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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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Arkansas Aerospace Industry Takes Flight at Paris Air Show

 July 24, 2023

Arkansas highlighted its thriving aerospace and defense industry at the 2023 Paris Air Show.

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EDA Tech Hubs: Tips for Arkansas Proposers

 July 18, 2023

The U.S. Economic Development Administration has released a notice of funding opportunity for the Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs program.

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AEDC Blog Ranked #9 on Top Economic Development Blogs List

 June 29, 2023

AEDC's blog has been ranked as the #9 economic development blog to follow by FeedSpot.

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Growing the Aerospace and Defense Industry in Arkansas

 June 15, 2023

Companies considering an expansion in Arkansas will find a thriving aerospace and defense industry that is poised for continued growth.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: 2023 Economic Development Roundtable

 June 15, 2023

In this episode, three economic developers participate in a roundtable to discuss economic development in Arkansas.

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Arkansas Ranked #5 for Inbound Movers in 2022-23

 June 01, 2023

Arkansas had the fifth highest rate of inbound movers in 2022, according to the latest HireAHelper U.S. Migration Report.

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Little Rock Area Named a Top Logistics Hub in U.S.

 June 01, 2023

The Little Rock metropolitan area has been named a top U.S. logistics hub by Business Facilities.

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Arkansas Aerospace Companies Map

 April 25, 2023

The Arkansas Aerospace Companies Map spotlights some of the aerospace and defense companies operating in Arkansas.

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2023 Matchmaking Event Creates Economic Opportunities for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses

 April 18, 2023

The 2023 Annual Matchmaking Event allows minority and women-owned businesses to pitch their goods and services to public and private sector buyers.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: Secretary of Commerce Hugh McDonald

 April 17, 2023

Secretary of Commerce Hugh McDonald highlights Arkansas' strengths and strategic priorities in this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast.

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Arkansas Named #1 in Nation for Opportunity Share for Entrepreneurs

 April 13, 2023

Arkansas had the highest opportunity share for entrepreneurs, according to the latest Kauffman Foundation report.

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How the CHIPS Act Can Impact Arkansas

 April 04, 2023

With the CHIPS Act, Arkansas has an opportunity to make a significant impact on the U.S. semiconductor supply chain.

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Arkansas Ranked #7 for Most Micropolitan Projects in 2022

 March 23, 2023

Arkansas was ranked among the top 10 states for the highest number of micropolitan projects in 2022.

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Arkansas: Land of Opportunity for Entrepreneurs

 March 21, 2023

Arkansas has the highest "opportunity share" for new entrepreneurs in the United States, according to a recent study.

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Future Fit Graduates First Class Through Local Detention Center

 March 08, 2023

Future Fit graduated its first class of program participants at the Pulaski County Regional Detention Center.

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