Spark!:
Spark! Gala 2025
Date & Time:
November 4 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Location:
Museum of Discovery
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Spark!
Event Details
“Spark! Igniting a Passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math” is the Museum of Discovery’s signature fundraising event!
Spark! is a unique event with hands-on science activities, great food and drinks and a premier silent auction. At Spark! we recognize “Spark! Stars,” Arkansans with successful careers in STEM fields. Our interactive museum is the perfect venue for a fun, casual evening. All proceeds directly support the Museum of Discovery.
Our 2025 Spark Co-Chairs are:
Charley Swann- James, House, Swann & Downing, P.A.
Jeff Swann- Enfra Solutions
Our 2025 Spark Stars are:
Corey Alderdice – AR School for Mathematics, Sciences & the Arts, Executive Director
Bobby Brown – President & CEO, Interstate Signways
Monsignor Lawrence Frederick (aka Fr. Fred) – Catholic High School, Physics & Religion teacher
Martie North Hamilton – Cadence Bank, SVP, Director of Community Development & Engagement, Emerging Markets
Dr. John Kind – CTEH, Principal Toxicologist
Allie Laborde – Stephens Group, Managing Director, Business Development
Nicci Tiner – Garver, Vice President, Transportation Planning & Traffic Team
Lauren Waldrip – AR Advanced Energy Association, Executive Director