Dress for Success
On Tuesday, March 26th, we sponsored a table and attended a luncheon for the Dress for Success NWA
organization.
Single Parent Scholarship Fund
On Thursday, April 18th, eight representatives attended the Annual Corporate Luncheon
benefiting the Single Parent
Scholarship Fund of Benton County. Outdoor Cap sponsored a table to help enable
single parents to attain self-sufficiency through post-secondary education.
Saving GraceButterflies & Blooms
On Thursday, April 25th from 11:30 to 1:00, ten representatives attended the Saving Grace
Butterflies & Blooms luncheon. There were over 1,200 attendees, and Outdoor Cap
sponsored a table.
Bentonville Community Scholarship
Each year, Outdoor Cap awards a scholarship to a Bentonville High School or Bentonville West High School senior. This year, we selected Caroline Knight who will be attending the University of Washington to study Meteorology.
In addition to her academic achievements, Caroline impressed us with the following essay included in her scholarship application. Please join us in congratulating her!
I have been blessed to live my entire life in Bentonville. I am even more fortunate to be a third generation BHS graduate. However, my life hasn’t been without challenges as I was bullied in junior high and diagnosed with dyslexia in high school, a challenge I struggle with daily. Despite these difficulties, I have been lucky to have teachers who have accommodated my needs and encouraged me to take advantage of opportunities to be a mentor to others, to serve in our community and to aspire to a career in meteorology.
I never thought of myself as a leader, especially around my closest friends, who had such big personalities. However, being bullied in eighth grade really made me feel horrible about myself. Fortunately, my poor self-image also inspired me to strive to excel at competitive dance with the dream of one day being a part of the BHS varsity dance team. But, when I tried out my sophomore year, I didn’t make it, even though my friends did. I felt depressed and alone as never before, and I resolved to never feel that way again. I set a goal to work my hardest to get in position to make the team as a junior.
My hard work was rewarded as I made the squad as a junior. In fact, my coach told me she could tell I had worked harder than anyone to make the team. However, making the squad was just the beginning as the pressure to succeed made me doubt myself. But, I persevered and was rewarded, along with the entire team, with a state championship. Then, as a senior, my leadership was recognized by being selected as a co-captain. This was especially gratifying as it enabled me to mentor younger dancers who experienced the same pressure and doubt as I had, and, as with the prior year, we repeated as state champions.
While dance was primarily about me, even within the team context, it also gave me the opportunity to be involved with community-focused activities, such as second Street Pantry and the Bentonville Church of Christ Community Care Day. In each instance, while serving others, I was reminded of how fortunate I have been to have never known what it’s like to be without, as well as how important it is to help others whose circumstances are more challenging than mine.
My fascination with weather began as little girl when I was terrified by storms. However, in the fifth grade a tornado hit a home in our neighborhood and I knew I wanted to be a meteorologist. After that, I was consumed with The Weather Channel and liked doing my own weather research. Recently, I’ve interned with KNWA meteorologist, Dan Skoff, to learn what goes on behind the scenes, as well as in front of the camera. Last summer, I spent time at the National Weather Service in Tulsa, where I was able to witness hands-on research and application of meteorological science in real-life situations. All of which has made me very excited about studying meteorology at the University of Oklahoma.
I have spent 18 years growing up in Bentonville. I am looking forward to my upcoming venture in a new city and state and sharing my knowledge of the weather with others so they may better understand what is happening and how to respond. Who knows, I may even be able to calm the nerves of another youngster fearful of storms.
Employment
With locations in Arkansas, California, and Texas, we currently employ 419 people, but that number is always changing. Check out all of our employment updates for the month including new hires and open positions.
Promotions
We’re always working to help our team members grow in their current positions as well as advance to new roles and take on additional responsibilities. We’re proud to say two employees received promotions in April.
Kurt Evans
Kurt has accepted the position of Senior National Account Manager.
Michelle Mumford-Brown
Michelle has transitioned to the role of Production Design Lead in the Product Design department.
New Hires
Outdoor Cap is constantly growing, and our team members very quickly become our family. Check out our newest additions for the month of April.
Carl Cantrell
Carl has taken on the job of Material Handler/Lift Driver in our Pick Pack department.
Dayana Carbajal
Dayana has transitioned to the role of Customer Care Specialist on our Customer Care Team.
Clifton Craddick
Clifton has accepted the position of Assistant Sales Manager in Non-Retail Sales.
Samantha Farnsworth
Samantha has joined the Marketing Team as our new Staff Photographer as Dan Snow focuses more on JUNK’s photography needs.
Adam Hammock
Adam has joined our Embroidery team as a Machine Operator.
Juan Hernandez
Juan has joined our Embroidery team as a Machine Operator.
Stephanie Higgins
Stephanie has taken on the job of Patch Operator in our Domestic Patch department.
Elma Jimenez
Elma has taken on the job of Patch Operator in our Domestic Patch department.
Justina Miller
Justina has now taken on the job of Account Lead on the Custom Sales Team.
Joseph Turpin
Joseph has joined our Embroidery team as a Machine Operator.
Hannah Watkins
Hannah joins the Embroidery team as Quality Control/Trimmer.
Tenure
20 Years
- Susan Easley
- Valerie Hughey
Retirement
- Kent Nordquist
Open Positions
As of today (May 1, 2019), we’re currently working to fill the position listed below; please see our career page for more information.
- Human Resources/Accounting Assistant
- Embroidery Machine Operator (1st & 3rd Shifts)
- Material Handler
- Print/Press Operator – JUNK
- Production Sewer – JUNK (Days & Nights)
- Sewing Assistant – JUNK (Temporary)
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