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Targeting the Firearms and Ammunition Industry at SHOT Show

 January 23, 2024

The Arkansas Economic Development Commission is attending the 2024 SHOT Show to promote the firearms and ammunition industry in Arkansas.

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Arkansas Named #1 State for Workforce Development in South Central Region

 January 19, 2024

Site Selection magazine named Arkansas as the top state in the South Central region for workforce development.

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Download the Arkansas Firearms and Ammunition Industry Map

 January 19, 2024

Arkansas has a wide range of firearms and ammunition companies operating in the state.

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Firearms and Ammunition Companies Shoot to New Heights in Arkansas

 January 19, 2024

In Arkansas, the firearms and ammunition industry is thriving due to a great business climate, favorable public policy, and acceptance of the industry...

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: AEDC Year in Review - 2023

 December 20, 2023

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, the AEDC Business Development team discusses the economic development highlights and wins of 2023.

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Companies Represent Arkansas' Aerospace Industry at 2023 NBAA Convention

 November 29, 2023

Arkansas companies represented the state's aerospace and aviation industry during the 2023 NBAA-BACE convention.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: Westrock Coffee CEO and Co-Founder Scott Ford

 November 27, 2023

Westrock Coffee Co-Founder and CEO Scott Ford shares why and how he started the company and why entrepreneurs thrive in Arkansas.

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Arkansas Ranked #3 Least Expensive State to Start a New Business

 November 15, 2023

According to a new study from SimplifyLLC, Arkansas is the third-least expensive state in the nation to launch a new business.

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Promoting Arkansas at the 2023 Hansang Korean Expo

 October 12, 2023

AEDC will be promoting Arkansas as a great place to do business at the Hansang expo, the largest Korean business convention in the world.

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Celebrating Manufacturing Day in Arkansas

 October 05, 2023

Manufacturing plays a major role in Arkansas' economy, accounting for 14.75% of the state's total gross product in 2021.

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Lower Taxes Mean Bigger Advantage for Arkansas

 September 20, 2023

Arkansas has cut taxes again in 2023, which will make our state more competitive than ever.

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Unleash Your Potential with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

 September 05, 2023

Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions will be offering an exclusive Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Course.

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Arkansas Receives 2023 Silver Shovel Award for Continued Economic Growth

 August 23, 2023

Arkansas received a Silver Shovel Award from Area Development magazine for its economic development efforts.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: RelateCare COO Eibhlín Payne

 August 23, 2023

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, RelateCare COO Eibhlín Payne highlights the labor force in Arkansas and why it made sense for her compan...

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Arkansas Ranked #1 for Commercial Drone Readiness in U.S.

 August 18, 2023

The Mercatus Center ranked Arkansas as the top state for commercial drone readiness.

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Two Events Highlight Arkansas’ Thriving Aerospace and Defense Industry

 August 15, 2023

Arkansas is a leader in the aerospace and defense industry, and two upcoming events will be spotlighting this thriving sector.

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AcreTrader CEO Carter Malloy Builds Successful Tech Company in Arkansas

 August 09, 2023

Technology entrepreneur Carter Malloy has built and is operating his farmland investment platform AcreTrader in Arkansas.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: AcreTrader Founder and CEO Carter Malloy

 August 03, 2023

AcreTrader founder and CEO Carter Malloy discusses his growing tech company and the advantages of doing business in Arkansas.

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Delta Dirt Distillery Co-Founder Returns Home, Finds Success in Arkansas

 July 24, 2023

Delta Dirt Distillery co-founder Harvey Williams has found success with his small business in Helena-West Helena, Arkansas.

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