Arkansas – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the appointment of Randy Lawson to the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees. Lawson will fill the seat previously held by Tommy Boyer, who recently passed away. His term will expire on March 1, 2027.
“Randy is a champion for Arkansas education, a great businessman, and a lifelong Razorback,” said Governor Sanders. “I am honored to have him serve on the University of Arkansas’ Board of Trustees and continue his decades of service to our state. He is a close friend, and I know he will help my administration spearhead our plans to make Arkansas’ higher education system better and more accessible to all.”
Lawson expressed gratitude for the appointment, emphasizing his lifelong connection to the University of Arkansas. “I am truly honored that Governor Sanders offered me the opportunity to serve my alma mater on the Board of Trustees.
I have been a Razorback my entire life and look forward to continuing to support my university. I am also looking forward to working with the current Board of Trustees and the entire leadership team at the U of A system to further the mission and strive for excellence in everything,” he said.
Lawson is a well-established entrepreneur engaged in energy development, real estate, and venture capital investment. He founded the Lawco Energy Group in 1985 and later expanded his business ventures into real estate and technology-driven investment strategies. His companies focus on utilizing cutting-edge technologies to mitigate risk and enhance success.
With his appointment, Lawson joins the University of Arkansas Board of Trustees at a pivotal time, bringing extensive business experience and a strong commitment to advancing higher education in the state.