MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Bobby Webb of DeWitt
Posted on July 29th, 2024
An Arkansas County native and First Electric Cooperative member, Bobby Webb started his journey in making an impact at the young age of 16. Eager to go to work and contribute to his small community of DeWitt, Bobby began his career journey as a police officer.
During his time in law enforcement, he met a colleague who had background knowledge with pawn shops. This peaked Bobby’s interest in resale opportunities, leading him to sell most of his belongings and apply his earnings to open his own pawn shop in April of 2006. As his business grew, so did his ambition in challenging himself to do more. Bobby later expanded his career by launching his own car business, flipping houses, opening a sporting goods store, and even a tire and oil company. Although Bobby had success in these start-ups, he later decided to narrow his load down to greater expand Webb’s Sporting Goods which opened in September of 2011.
Located across the main intersection of DeWitt, Webb’s Sporting Goods, has reached customers in over 40 states. Webb’s Sporting Goods has become a staple stopping point for many hunters within the busy months of the fall and winter; all while continuing to provide everything outdoor needed for Arkansas County locals. Bobby makes it clear that this business would not be a success without his valued customers and family-felt staff.
Thriving to continue bettering his community, Bobby has provided a commitment to enhancing the small town of DeWitt. Bobby currently serves as acting President of the DeWitt Chamber of Commerce. He is also a 12-year Rotarian of the Rotary Club of DeWitt, where he has also served as president.
With years of commitment and hard work, there is no question that Bobby is one to chase a dream and make a difference.