AEDC's "Why Arkansas?" video showcases executives from Stephens, Dillard's Inc., Walmart, Apptegy, SIG SAUER, Inc., and Fiocchi of America discussing why operating in Arkansas is good for business. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/g9m235m7
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Government Administration
Little Rock, Arkansas 20,469 followers
Creating positive growth throughout #Arkansas. Helping businesses develop, expand or relocate.
About us
The mission of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission 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. Arkansas is a pro-business environment that operates leaner and faster through a streamlined state government designed to act decisively on corporate interests. Led by a governor who operates like a CEO, the state delivers nimble solutions that companies need to efficiently expand and thrive in a competitive global economy. The state’s five homegrown Fortune 500 companies are proof that Arkansas has what you need to grow your business. The five companies – Dillard’s, JB Hunt, Murphy USA, Tyson Foods, and Walmart – represent five different industry sectors and demonstrate Arkansas’s diverse economy. Come join this amazing venture we call “Arkansas Inc.” and see how doing business in Arkansas can put you in good company. Connect with our business development team at www.arkansasedc.com/connect.
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http://arkansasedc.com
External link for Arkansas Economic Development Commission
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Little Rock, Arkansas
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1955
- Specialties
- Economic Development, Business Incentives, Tax Incentives, Corporate Relocation, Foreign Direct Investment, Business Retention & Expansion, Minority & Women Owned Business Enterprises, Community Development Grants, Business Development, Business Finance, Film, Rural Services, Workforce Training, Military, Aerospace & Defense, Food & Beverage, Fintech, Timber, Forestry, and Metals
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1 Commerce Way
Suite 601
Little Rock, Arkansas 72202, US
Employees at Arkansas Economic Development Commission
Updates
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Check out the latest episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast to learn more about the major economic development wins that happened in the Natural State in 2024. On the latest episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, AEDC Executive Director Clint O'Neal, CEcD joined members of AEDC's Business Development team (Olivia W., Bethany Duncan, Raven Johnson, Richard Eberle, Regan Pugh, Cam Napier, Alicia McCloria, and Steve Jones) to discuss economic development wins and highlights from 2024. Listen to the podcast here: Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eR-UXhyV Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eQi2yrPW
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Arkansas was the top state for inbound movers in 2024 according to Atlas Van Lines. The company named Arkansas as the no. 1 state for inbound movers on its 2024 Migration Patterns Study.
Arkansas Named No. 1 State for Inbound Movers in 2024
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Arkansas is on an economic development winning streak. In 2024, Arkansas has secured wins in all corners of the state, bringing new investment and jobs to the Natural State. AEDC Executive Director Clint O'Neal, CEcD spoke with KATV's Kaelin Clay to highlight the major economic development milestones in Arkansas from the past year.
Arkansas celebrates economic growth milestones in 2024
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Check out the December edition of the Arkansas Inc. Newsletter to find out the latest economic development news and trends in the Natural State.
December 2024 Newsletter
Arkansas Economic Development Commission on LinkedIn
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Arkansas Economic Development Commission reposted this
Concerned about your supply chain in 2025? Join us to talk about how you can optimize for success! https://conta.cc/3OQX1sr Rudy Ortiz MBA, CGBP, CTC Doug Gardner, BSIE, MBA Tyler Hale Keith Gammill, GPCC Jonathan Bricker
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The Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) has awarded $2 million in funding to 11 Arkansas-based accelerator programs through the Arkansas Business and Technology Accelerator Grant Program. The Arkansas Business and Technology Accelerator Grant Program is administered by AEDC’s Small Business and Entrepreneurship Development Division and is designed to create high-skill, high-wage jobs by encouraging the development of technological products and services. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ePywjZp4 Startup Junkie | Conductor | The Venture Center | Forge Institute | University of Arkansas' Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation | Winrock International | Plug and Play Tech Center | Endeavor Heartland | Esperanza Massana Crane | Bob Kucheravy | Laura Kingrey
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Check out the new edition of the Food and Beverage Digest newsletter to see the latest news and developments in Arkansas' food and beverage industry.
Arkansas Inc. Food & Beverage Digest: 4Q 2024
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Arkansas Economic Development Commission reposted this
It was an honor to join LRockRx this morning as they held the grand opening for their new compounding pharmacy facility in Little Rock. This facility will create up to 100 new jobs over the next few years as they do important work in the healthcare space. Congratulations to the LRockRx team on this milestone! In particular- congratulations to Roxanne Novak and James Hendren on the announcement. Thanks to everyone who played a role in this project - Jay Chesshir, Jack Thomas and the Little Rock Regional Chamber, and Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. Our team at the Arkansas Economic Development Commission was proud to be a part of the project and be a part of the grand opening event.
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