Arthur Orduña
Venture Center Launches $10M Investment Fund
The fund focuses on Arkansas-based, technology-driven companies that are expected to generate great economic benefit to the state and region. read more >
Mimi San Pedro to Retire as Chief Strategy Officer of The Venture Center
During her tenure, the Little Rock nonprofit has expanded its reach in the national fintech space and enhanced minority programming and mentorship opportunities. read more >
US Lawmakers Talk Fintech, Entrepreneurship & AI at Hearing in Little Rock
U.S. Rep. French Hill of Arkansas joined other members of the House Financial Services Committee and representatives from the banking and financial technology sector in Arkansas on Friday at The […] read more >
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Venture Center, SBA Arkansas Partner to Help Entrepreneurs
The alliance will help connect current and aspiring small business owners to resources and programs to improve opportunities and expand small business development in the state. read more >
The Venture Center Hosting Startup Competition in April
Entrepreneurs will develop business ideas for technology solutions in a number of sectors, including health, agriculture and education. read more >
Venture Center’s Arthur Orduña Hopes to Make Arkansas a Leader in Entrepreneurship
Orduña became executive director of The Venture Center, a nonprofit entrepreneurial support organization, in January. read more >
Venture Center Names Arthur Orduña Next Executive Director
He's currently the chief innovation officer at Little Rock investment firm Circumference Group. read more >
Jeff Fox’s Circumference Group Launches Venture Studio
It's focused on identifying and investing in startups dedicated to long-term success. read more >