Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Arkansas Fashion School …
Yesterday, I had the privilege of attending the celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Arkansas Fashion School. What a wonderful evening to congratulate graduating emerging designers and also recognize 40 years of business leadership and community service by Jamileh Kamran.
Along the Historic 40 year museum-like display I saw photos, news articles, designer dresses (even one worn by Hillary Clinton) reminding me of the determined, passionate spirit of this wonderful lady. On a personal level, there was a 1999 Proclamation I signed while I was Mayor declaring a certain day as JAMILEH KAMRAN DAY in the City of Little Rock.
As mentioned in the proclamation, Jamileh has dedicated her life giving back to her community, to her family and to her adopted Country. She has given to numerous non-profits such as AIDS foundation, Cancer Society and now to the Arkansas Fashion School helping young emerging designers follow their dreams.
As I write this today, I declare … JAMILEH KAMRAN, YOU ARE MY HERO!!
PS: It was great to be with Harry Thomason and Craig O’Neill. Craig is another person who never tires of giving back and serving others.
One other mention … the tie I’m wearing was designed and made by Jamileh.
Jim Dailey 
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