Join Adrienne Elrod for a timely discussion on The Current Political Environment. As someone who has served at the highest levels on the past three presidential campaigns, Adrienne Elrod is uniquely positioned to provide expert analysis on the current political environment, President Trump's grip on the GOP, and how Democrats will rebuild, rebrand, and chart a path forward.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, September 25th 2025
Time: Lunch served at 11:30 AM | Lecture begins at 12:00 PM
Location: Copper Grill, Little Rock
About Adrienne Elrod
A native of Siloam Springs, Elrod has built a
distinguished career in politics and strategic
communications. She began her journey with an internship in
the Clinton White House and has since served in key leadership roles
on multiple presidential campaigns. Most notably, she was
the Director of Strategic Communications for Hillary for
America and later served as Biden for President’s Director of
Surrogate Strategy and Operations during the 2020 general
election. Following President Biden’s election, Elrod was appointed
Director of Talent and External Affairs for the Biden Inaugural
Committee, where she played a pivotal role in shaping an inclusive
and widely praised inauguration event.
Most recently, Elrod served as Senior Advisor to the
Kamala Harris for President campaign. She is also a regular
contributor to NBC and MSNBC, where she provides political
analysis informed by over two decades of experience.
Outside of politics, she works with corporate, political, and
nonprofit clients as President of Elrod Strategies, helping them
navigate the complexities of Washington and the media landscape.
Throughout her career, Elrod has been a champion for women in
politics, emphasizing resilience, determination, and the power of
storytelling to drive meaningful change.
About the Arkansas Times Lecture Series
Our monthly speaker series brings newsmakers, policymakers, and seasoned political observers together for a behind-the-scenes look at the most pressing issues facing Arkansas. These lunch lectures raise money for the Arkansas Times Investigative Journalism Project. 100% of the proceeds will support expanding our newsroom, ensuring our capacity to hold leaders accountable and keep Arkansans informed.
With a shifting political landscape and critical decisions looming, the need for in-depth, unbiased reporting has never been greater. Your support enables us to grow our staff and strengthen our investigative capacity, making the Arkansas Times a vital journalistic watchdog.
In-person tickets are $100 and include lunch in the private dining room at the Copper Grill. Attendance is capped at 75, and previous events have sold out—so please don’t wait to secure your seat. Doors open at 11:30, and the Copper Grill buffet begins immediately afterward. The guest speaker will start shortly before noon, followed by a Q&A session. We will wrap up by 1 p.m. Virtual tickets are $50, providing you with Zoom access to the event and the opportunity to stay informed, no matter where you are.
