Avanza Arkansas Announces Inaugural VIDA Awards to Honor Leaders Across Arkansas. Presenting Sponsor: First Community Bank | Keynote Speaker: Rodrigo Domínguez-Villegas, Ph.D. (UCLA)
Little Rock, AR — Avanza Arkansas is proud to announce the inaugural VIDA Awards – Voices Inspiring Diverse Arkansas, a statewide recognition event honoring leaders whose work strengthens communities, advances equity, and inspires positive change across Arkansas.
The VIDA Awards will take place on May 6, 2026, at the Clinton Presidential Center in Little Rock. The event will bring together community leaders, nonprofit partners, educators, business professionals, and public servants from across the state.
The awards will recognize 10 outstanding leaders across three age-based categories:
Three honorees in their 30s
Three honorees in their 40s
Three honorees over 50
An additional special surprise honoree will be revealed during the ceremony.
Nominations open January 12, 2026, and individuals may nominate themselves or others. Individual tickets and corporate tables are now available.
