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The Largest Tax Cut in Arkansas History

 December 15, 2021

Arkansas has passed the largest income tax cut in the state’s history.

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Fintech Cohort Announced for Fourth Annual ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator in Little Rock, Arkansas

 December 01, 2021

Eleven fintech companies have been selected to participate in the fourth annual ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator program.

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UAMS a Healthy Competitor in the Race to Recruit Talent to The Natural State

 November 30, 2021

Each month, the Arkansas Inc. Podcast invites state and national leaders to discuss the most pressing economic development topics.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: UAMS Chancellor Dr. Cam Patterson

 November 18, 2021

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, AEDC Deputy Director Clint O'Neal talks with UAMS Chancellor Dr. Cam Patterson about economic developmen...

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EPSCoR Division Awards $792K in Research Seed Grants to Arkansas Universities

 November 12, 2021

AEDC's EPSCoR Division has awarded approximately $792,000 to researchers at seven Arkansas universities.

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Welcome Home to Arkansas

 November 03, 2021

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

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Celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week in Arkansas

 November 01, 2021

During Global Entrepreneurship Week, Arkansas will be celebrating entrepreneurs with a range of events, trainings, and networking opportunities.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: Gov. Asa Hutchinson

 October 18, 2021

In the latest episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson talks with Secretary of Commerce Mike Preston about economic deve...

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Aerospace and Aviation Soar in Arkansas

 October 11, 2021

The aerospace and aviation industry plays a major role in Arkansas’ economy. Across Arkansas, aerospace manufacturers produce aircraft and related pro...

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Arkansas Leads the Way in Fintech

 October 05, 2021

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

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Two Arkansas Entrepreneur Support Organizations Receive SBA Funding

 October 05, 2021

Two Arkansas entrepreneurship support organizations have received funding as part of the 2021 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition (GAFC).

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Highlighting Arkansas Industry on National Manufacturing Day

 October 01, 2021

Every day, manufacturing companies are hard at work in Arkansas, producing vital goods and materials that help power the global economy.

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Arkansas Inc. Podcast: Growing Small Business and Entrepreneurship in Arkansas

 September 23, 2021

Katherine Andrews and Jeff Standridge discuss small business and entrepreneurship on the latest episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast.

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Woman-Owned Small Businesses Are Rising in Arkansas

 September 14, 2021

Starting in fall 2021, Woman Rise, a new mentorship program, will pair woman entrepreneurs in Arkansas with seasoned leaders to help grow their busine...

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Nineteen Arkansas Companies Make 2021 Inc. 5000 List

 August 26, 2021

Nineteen Arkansas companies recently made Inc. Magazine’s list of the fastest-growing companies in the United States.

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Supporting Minority and Women-Owned Businesses in Arkansas

 August 10, 2021

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. podcast, our guests discuss minority and women-owned businesses in the state.

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Arkansas Ranked #3 for Food Processing in the United States

 August 05, 2021

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

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National Small Business Week 2021 Virtual Summit to be Held September 13-15

 August 03, 2021

The U.S. Small Business Administration will hold a virtual National Small Business Week summit in September.

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Arkansas Ranks 2nd for Most Pandemic-Proof Small Businesses

 July 07, 2021

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

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