Arkansas Ranked #3 for Food Processing in the United States

Arkansas is the third-highest ranked state for food processing, according to a 2021 Business Facilities report.

Arkansas Ranks 2nd for Most Pandemic-Proof Small Businesses

Arkansas was recently ranked no. 2 for states with the most pandemic-proof small businesses.

MEC Expands Heber Springs Facility, Adds 70 New Jobs

Mayville Engineering Company will be expanding its capacity in Heber Springs and adding 70 new jobs at the Cleburne County facility.

Welcome Home to Arkansas

Arkansas is a ‘Land of Opportunity’ with plenty of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and a robust business climate.

Trex Company Announces Plans for Third U.S. Production Site

Trex Company, a composite decking and railing manufacturing leader, has selected Little Rock for its third U.S. production site.

Arning Companies to Open Facility in Clarksville, Create 125 New Jobs

Arning Companies has announced plans to open a facility in Clarksville, investing over $5 million and creating 125 new jobs over five years.

Arkansas Leads the Way in Fintech

In recent years, Arkansas has become increasingly prominent in the fintech space, attracting some of the top talent in the field to our state.

Vexus Boats Expands in Flippin

Vexus Boats is investing $4.2 million to expand its manufacturing operation in Flippin and increasing its workforce by 50 full-time employees.

Arkansas Ranks 2nd for Most Pandemic-Proof Small Businesses

MEC Expands Heber Springs Facility, Adds 70 New Jobs

Welcome Home to Arkansas

Trex Company Announces Plans for Third U.S. Production Site

Arning Companies to Open Facility in Clarksville, Create 125 New Jobs

Arkansas Leads the Way in Fintech

Vexus Boats Expands in Flippin

Why Arkansas?

This high-energy video showcases multiple business leaders talking about why being in Arkansas is good for business, not only for their organization but also for their employees.

ARKANSAS BUILDING & SITES DATABASE

Arkansas' transportation network and central U.S. location define the state as a strategic distribution center. Midway between Mexico City and Montreal, Arkansas offers a valuable distribution advantage.

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Jonesboro Industrial Sites B & C

Jonesboro, AR

153 Acres

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Newport Industrial Site

Newport, AR

98 Acres

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Russellville East End Industrial Site

Russellville, AR

60 Acres

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Paragould South Industrial Site

Paragould, AR

79 Acres

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Crossett Industrial Park East Site

Crossett, AR

34 Acres

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You're in good company

AEDC's mission is to create economic opportunity by attracting higher paying jobs, expanding and diversifying our state and local economies, increasing incomes and investment, and generating positive growth throughout Arkansas. Here are some examples of businesses that are thriving!

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