HOW IT ALL STARTED

Arkansas quality

it’s all in the family!

Locally owned companies are the lifeblood of a community, representing a rich tapestry of entrepreneurship and innovation. This is something that Tom and Robin Lundstrum know all too well. From a local franchise to rental property, Tom and Robin have been serial entrepreneurs across Northwest Arkansas for over 35 years.

AQ was a brand that our family just couldn’t see leave Northwest Arkansas. So, we came together to bring it back to life and can’t wait for you to join in with us!

Passing on the entrepreneurship gene, Tom and Robin’s daughter, Gracie, and her husband, Jacob, recently moved back to NWA to partner on several new business ventures.

We have called NWA home for over 45 years. We can’t imagine raising our family and starting new businesses anywhere else.

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Meet the team

Tom Lundstrum

Not only have Tom and Robin been in NWA for 45 years, Tom even had his bachelor party at AQ! His favorite AQ dish is chicken over the coals, sweet potato casserole and rolls.
Robin Lundstrum

Just like Tom, Robin has been in NWA for 45 years! Her favorite AQ dishes is chicken parmesan and of course, she loves the hot rolls!
Gracie Lively

Gracie grew up in Springdale and just recently moved back with her husband and three kids. Her favorite food is the chicken over the coals!
Jacob Lively

Growing up in Camden, Jacob remembers family trips to NWA with always stopping at AQ. His favorite dish…you guessed it, chicken over the coals!