In this episode of the Leadership Corner Series, we sit down with Dianna Donahue-Holley, Founder, Editor, and Publisher of URBANE Magazine, the leading Black lifestyle magazine dedicated to Amplifying Black Arkansas.

As URBANE celebrates five years of showcasing the infinite treasures within Black Arkansas, Dianna shares the inspiration behind the publication, her journey as a founder and publisher, and the importance of creating space for Black stories to be told, celebrated, and preserved.

URBANE's mission reminds us that our communities are filled with stories worth telling, leaders worth celebrating, and accomplishments worth remembering.

Join us as we explore what it means to amplify Black Arkansas and build a lasting impact through media, culture, and storytelling.

"Here We Go Again! Fighting for Our Votes, Our Rights, Our Future" - Media Coverage & Public Perception panel

A virtual launch event and spotlight panel on Black Women in Media.

The session focused on the print industry, publishing challenges, representation, and shifting the media narrative.

Led locally by Debrah Mitchell and Brenda Stallings

Special Guests & Publishers: Jas Chyrel – Publisher of ML Community & Lifestyle Magazine, Dianna Donahue – Publisher of URBANE Magazine, and Stephanie Jackson – Publisher of Noire Magazine

Additional special appearances included Rhonda Aaron (CEO of Sister Friends).

Core Discussion & Themes:
- The Print Industry: Sharing the stories and business behind local Black-owned publications in Central Arkansas.
- Changing the Narrative: Addressing systemic underrepresentation and the ongoing challenges Black women face in media ownership and journalism.
- Community Visibility: Exploring how local platforms create growth, connection, and economic empowerment.

This multiple-day event is designed to inspire sophomores, juniors, and graduating seniors as they prepare for their future—and we would love for you to be a part of it.

At a Small Business Panel & Roundtable this week, students connected with local business leaders, heard firsthand about their journeys, and shared their own goals for the future, whether that’s employment, enlistment, enrollment, or entrepreneurship. These meaningful conversations are helping open doors to mentorships, internships, and career pathways right here in our community.

The purpose of this institute is to identify, recruit, and groom school-based leaders to assume leadership positions within the Little Rock School District. The leadership institute is framed around the revised LEADS standards for Arkansas educational leaders

Marketing & Communication (Branding Yourself) Workshop