COVID-19 Resources for Businesses and Employees

The Arkansas Economic Development Commission is committed to helping employers and employees navigate the economic effects of COVID-19.

Video: COVID-19 Update from Arkansas Secretary of Commerce Mike Preston

Mike Preston provides an update on resources available for businesses and workers who have been impacted by COVID-19.

Arkansas Department Of Commerce Begins Directing $10M For Rural Hospitals

The Arkansas Department of Commerce announced it will award $10-million to provide financial assistance to 27 rural hospitals in the state whose operations have been severely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

Arkansas manufacturers produce hand sanitizer to combat COVID-19

Two Arkansas companies are producing hand sanitizer that is in short-supply worldwide.

Arkansas Businesses Show Fortitude in the Face of Pandemic

Our state’s businesses and workers are responding to the realities of COVID-19.

Cynergy Cargo to locate in Crossett, create 70 new, fulltime positions

Cynergy Cargo will locate in Crossett, Arkansas, with plans create 70 new, fulltime positions.

Americo Vinyl & Fabric pivots to produce PPE

Americo Vinyl & Fabric is producing PPE for local hospitals in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Legacy of Economic Development in Arkansas

The Arkansas Economic Development Commission is proud celebrate Economic Development Week.

Video: COVID-19 Update from Arkansas Secretary of Commerce Mike Preston

Arkansas Department Of Commerce Begins Directing $10M For Rural Hospitals

Arkansas manufacturers produce hand sanitizer to combat COVID-19

Arkansas Businesses Show Fortitude in the Face of Pandemic

Cynergy Cargo to locate in Crossett, create 70 new, fulltime positions

Americo Vinyl & Fabric pivots to produce PPE

The Legacy of Economic Development in Arkansas

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. Industries highlighted include tech, food and beverage, metals, aerospace, logistics, and timber.

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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South Port Site - Port of Little Rock

Little Rock, AR

65 Acres

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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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COVID-19 no match for Hytrol’s culture of excellence

Colson rises to meet demand for medical equipment casters

Arkansas Inc. Podcast - Economic Development Week

The Legacy of Economic Development in Arkansas

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Ellis Fin Works & Machine innovates to limit community transmission

Video: COVID-19 Update from Arkansas Secretary of Commerce Mike Preston

Cynergy Cargo to locate in Crossett, create 70 new, fulltime positions

Arkansas Businesses Show Fortitude in the Face of Pandemic

Americo Vinyl & Fabric pivots to produce PPE

Arkansas Inc. Podcast - Secretary of Commerce Mike Preston on COVID-19 resources

Arkansas manufacturers produce hand sanitizer to combat COVID-19

A COVID-19 Update from Mike Preston, Secretary of Commerce

COVID-19 Resources for Businesses and Employees

Arkansas Inc. Podcast - Aerospace & Defense in Arkansas

Bank OZK's New HQ Built to Recruit, Retain Talent

How Arkansas is supporting Aerospace & Defense industry growth in 2020

Hytrol Conveyor Company: an Arkansas Success Story

Facebook launches Career Connections program in Arkansas

2020 ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator participants

ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator 2.0 kicks off at The Venture Center

Capitalizing on Momentum in 2020

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Companies with Offices Here. Arkansas is Home to Walmart, J.B. Hunt, Tyson, Windstream, Murphy Oil, and Dillard's.

THE FOREST OF THE FUTURE

The timber and paper industry is vital to the rural Arkansas economy. Arkansas produces over 18.9 million acres of timber each year. The state is looking to expand its role in the timber business, as the United States still has a great need for domestic timber. Go to the Arkansas Economic Development Commission website to learn more about Arkansan efforts in timber and how your company can get involved.