The Ozark Foundation is a charitable foundation in Northwest Arkansas that partners with like-minded organizations to position Arkansas as a leading outdoor recreation destination by creating fun and healthy outdoor experiences for people of all ages and from all corners of the community.

Connect

We believe that creating healthy and welcoming outdoor experiences shapes the soul of a community. We are committed to bringing a variety of events to the region while breaking down any barriers that limit participation.

Compete

We attract, support and create a diversity of competitive events that highlight the Ozark region as a premier outdoor recreation destination.

Conserve

We are dedicated to a sustainable future; championing eco-conscious initiatives and fostering a community where environmental responsibility is promoted and practiced. From event planning to daily operations, we are prioritizing green practices, promoting conservation, reducing our ecological footprint and inspiring others to join us in nurturing the beauty of the Ozarks for generations to come.

Our mission is to honor and celebrate the natural beauty of the Ozarks while elevating the region to be a better place to live, work and play, with a particular focus on removing barriers to access. This is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors, a hard working staff and a legion of volunteers who fiercely believe in our community

Meet The Team

Board Of Directors

Ann Bordelon

Chairwoman of the Board Executive Vice Chancellor, Finance & Administration, University of Arkansas
Jenn Dice

Board Member
President & CEO, PeopleForBikes
Kevin Igli

Board Member
Tyson Foods, Retired
Meredith Miller

Board Member
Road Sports Marketing Specialist, Shimano North America
Gary Vernon

Board Member
Senior Program Officer, Walton Personal Philanthropy Group
Christiane Pheil

Board Member
Senior Director of Marketing, Red Bull North America
Nick Gowen

Board Member
VP of Operations, J.B. Hunt Transport Services
Dave Guggina

Board Member
EVP of Supply Chain Operations, Walmart, Inc.
Dan Bartlett

Board Member
EVP of Corporate Affairs, Walmart, Inc.
Philip Sigsworth

Foundation Secretary
Senior Director of Corporate FP&A, Tyson Foods
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