We are pleased to announce that William Rockefeller, managing director of private banking at Bank OZK, has accepted a three-year appointment to our board of directors.
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What We Do
We work collaboratively with partners across sectors to solve problems and create opportunities.
Meet Here
Hold your next convening on our historic cattle ranch atop Petit Jean Mountain.
The Roustabout
The Roustabout, our new coffee shop, is a place for guests to relax and work together.
Our History
Learn about our nonprofit organization, funding, and partnership with the University of Arkansas System.
See the Rockefeller Ethic in Action
The Winthrop Rockefeller Institute is a nonprofit organization that believes valuing diversity of opinion, practicing collaborative problem solving, and engaging in respectful dialogue combine to create transformational change.
We call it the Rockefeller Ethic.
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Our mountaintop campus offers an unparalleled, productive space for groups of all sizes to do their best work. We can host intimate lunch meetings to conferences with 150+ attendees. We invite organizations to fill out the Conference Application and take the first step to your next best meeting.
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There must be a place where people can come together to do their best thinking and learning in a way that encourages all voices to contribute in search of solutions to tough issues. The Institute is that place — help us create transformational change in Arkansas and beyond.
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Lecture Series Returns March 17
Mark your calendars for March 16-17, 2026! Please join us for a special two-part event focused on agricultural trade, presented by the Winthrop Rockefeller Distinguished Lecture Series (WRDLS). The lecture series is designed to engage students, faculty, industry professionals, and policymakers from across the state and region whose work intersects with agriculture, trade, and international affairs.
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Joel Smith Leadership Award Winner: Sandy Coble
Sandy, a trusted leader for 27 years, is celebrated for her “can-do” attitude and sound advice. Grateful for her team, she credits her mother for instilling a strong work ethic. From humble beginnings in 1998 to guiding diverse teams today, Sandy exemplifies the Rockefeller Ethic, fostering progress and pride in every challenge.
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