Central to NWA: A UCA Podcast

About Central to NWA: A UCA Podcast

Central to NWA: A UCA Podcast is the University of Central Arkansas’ official platform for deepening its presence and building relationships in Northwest Arkansas. Hosted by Paul Gatling, UCA’s Senior Director of Northwest Arkansas Engagement, the show connects alumni, business leaders, and community partners through interviews and relevant conversations. Some guests will be UCA graduates making an impact in the region. Others will include industry voices, institutional partners, campus leaders in Conway, and community leaders in Northwest Arkansas, all of whom are shaping this region from different perspectives. Each episode explores how leadership, workforce and education intersect in one of the country’s fastest-growing regions. The goal is straightforward: listen, connect and make sure UCA has a stronger, more visible presence in Northwest Arkansas. If you want to stay plugged into the people and ideas defining Northwest Arkansas, this is the channel.

Publisher

University of Central Arkansas

Category

business · education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Nov 2025

Latest episode

29 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

22 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2026

   Ep. 22 - Women in Aviation: Breaking Flight Barriers with Rhiannon Umfleet

   Becoming a certified pilot without prior experience requires raw grit and dedicated training. Rhiannon Umfleet joins the show to share her journey as the first female graduate of the UCA Aviation Academy. Transitioning from an engineering track to the cockpit, Rhiannon broke down the intensive training pipeline from chair flying mechanics to handling spatial disorientation during cloud instrument runs. Her experience offers a grounded look at handling early flight failures, building muscle me...

2. 

   15 Sept 2026

   Ep. 21 - Roots to Regional Impact: Driving Regional Success in Rogers

   Growth in Northwest Arkansas requires more than just physical infrastructure; it demands intentional relationship building. Paul Gatling sits down with Javier Hernandez, Director of Community Development at the Rogers Lowell Chamber, to discuss the intersection of civic leadership and regional momentum. Navigating the shift from a small town to a booming economic hub presents distinct obstacles for local families and small business owners. Hernandez shares how his background as a UCA alumnus...

3. 

   1 Sept 2026

   Ep. 20 - Deal Structure and Fractional Acquisitions with Kyle Reynolds

   Making high-stakes capital decisions demands rapid risk assessment without complete information. Kyle Reynolds, Managing Member at RBG Permian, LLC, explains how he navigates fast-paced transaction environments while acquiring fractional interests alongside major industry operators. This conversation uncovers the core mechanics of managing mineral rights, evaluating deal structures, and executing high-value resource transactions. Kyle breaks down the operational transition from corporate ener...

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

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