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06.29.07

LITTLE ROCK — Blake Rutherford, Director of Public Affairs for Stone Ward, was named to the Arkansas Business “Forty Under Forty” in the publication’s June 25 edition.

“Forty Under Forty” is a list of forty young business and professional leaders from across the state chosen by Arkansas Business for their accomplishments and achievements in their field.

Rutherford joined Stone Ward in September 2006 as the Director of Public Affairs. With almost a decade of experience, he offers insight on public policy, issues management, and strategic counsel required to meet the complex needs of Stone Ward’s clients.

Rutherford is a graduate of Middlebury College and the University of Arkansas School of Law. Before joining Stone Ward, he served as an attorney with Wright Lindsey & Jennings LLP. Rutherford is a member of the Central High School 50th anniversary Commission and the American, Arkansas and Pulaski County bar associations. Stone Ward is headquartered in the River Market District in downtown Little Rock with an additional office in Chicago. Larry Stone is CEO and Executive Creative Director and Millie Ward is President.