A Home Away From Home

“From its embrace of art and stewardship of community, to refined gastronomy and a strong connection to nature, this new American town inspires a feeling that you can’t quite put your finger on,” a newspaper portrayed in a recent article.

The type of people you will find in this town is unmatched as well. One of the community’s newest denizens, Scott Nemec, shares that, “It feels like only one out of every 10 people you meet was actually raised in Arkansas, yet everybody embraces Bentonville as their home.” Nemec was drawn to the town by a job opportunity as a national team leader of category management at Hormel Foods, but now appreciates the warmth of community in his new home.

Even though the population breaks the 40,000 mark, the sense of community is unending. Bentonville is an incredible example of a town that continually gives back. Part of this trend is because of the influence the Wal-Mart business has. A businesses started by the Walton family in the town in 1950, the company has set the trend for other businesses to follow. The Hormel Foods sales office in Bentonville participates regularly in community events, charity fundraisers and community service activities.