09/03/2026Steve Ruark Brings Unconventional Path, Manufacturing Perspective to Advisory BoardSteve Ruark, Engineering and Technology Leader for Georgia-Pacific’s Dixie facility in Fort Smith, brings an unconventional path to his newest role as a member of the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith’s Advanced Manufacturing Board of Advisors.Tina Alvey DaleBusiness and IndustryCommunityFeaturedMan wearing a safety vest and safety glasses standing in front of full pallets in a warehouseSteve Ruark’s career might have been more of bee trail than straight line, but that expertise is invaluable in his role on the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith’s Advanced Manufacturing Board of Advisors.2026-09