David Powell, Powell Funeral Home, Coroner

Mr. Powell is the 2016 Searcy Regional Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board. He is also the past president of the Bald Knob Rotary Club, Vice President of Arkansas Funeral Association, past Chair of the Arkansas Funeral Directors and Embalmers Board and is a member of the Arkansas Bureau Board. He enjoys watching sports, boating and skiing.

The advice Mr. Powell gives to the incoming board members is, "Get involved."

Frank Faust, First Security Bank, President of the Trust and Wealth Management Group

Mr. Faust was raised in Arkansas, and after graduating from U of A School of Law in 1990 and successful work as a lawyer, he started with First Security Bank in the Trust Department in 1996 where he is now President of the Trust & Wealth Management Group. He and his wife Teri have two children, Whitten and William, and they enjoy traveling and the outdoors.

Mr. Faust says to the incoming board members, “The time and energy you put in as a board member will pay dividends for our city's continued success. Being a board member isn’t only about attending meetings, it’s about being a leader and helping the chamber attract and retain successful businesses and develop economic growth. Leading by example, contributing your time and talents, and being present at chamber and civic events will show others how they too can participate, and help everyone connect with the City of Searcy’s success.”