Board of Directors
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Sporting Arkansas is guided by a committed Board of Directors, composed of community leaders, parents, and soccer enthusiasts who share a common goal: to advance youth soccer in Northwest Arkansas. Our board members bring diverse perspectives and expertise, ensuring the club remains aligned with our mission and values.
Current Board Members
- Lance O’Daniel, Senior Director – Transportation, J.B. Hunt (President)
- Blake Jackson, Vice President – Global Communications, Walmart (Vice President)
- Jeff Oldt, Chief Business Officer, Scott Family Amazeum (Treasurer)
- Bobby Lorimer, Vice President – Operations, Textbook Brokers
- Erin Martin, Director – Category Leadership, The Kraft Heinz Company
As a Board, we greatly value what our club members and community members have to say. For questions, concerns, ideas, or feedback, please email board@sportingarkansas.com.
Please allow up to 3-5 business days for us to process your feedback and provide an equally valuable response or resolution.
Interested in Making a Larger Impact? Join the Board!
The Board is a very active group of volunteers who wear multiple hats and are not afraid to roll up their sleeves – or roll water off of fields! If you are interested in learning more about what we do and what we are about, please feel free to reach out to any of the current board members. You are also welcome to join a virtual meeting on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm.
We are currently looking for members who have expertise in the following areas:
- Legal
- Fundraising
- Facilities and Maintenance
Please complete and email the Sporting Arkansas Board Application to board@sportingarkansas.com to be considered for an open position.
Items for Discussion
Should you have something that requires addressing by the Board or that needs to be added to the meeting agenda, we ask that you email us at board@sportingarkansas.com at least 1 week prior to the next meeting date.
