economic development
Little Rock Area Sets Employment Record, Sees Economic Growth
The Little Rock Metropolitan Area has reached unprecedented employment levels, setting a new record for the number of people employed across the region.
by Chloe McGehee -
Investments in roads, bridges and water infrastructure must be a key priority and include developing new and coordinated transit systems.
Governor Sanders on Education, Economic Growth & Arkansas’ Future
The Republican governor reflects on Arkansas' progress in education, workforce training, tax cuts, and broadband, aiming to attract businesses and grow the economy. read more >
Arkansas’ Future Depends on Engineering (Kim LaScola Needy Commentary)
Increasing Arkansas’ engineering workforce is critical for economic success. read more >
by Kim LaScola Needy -
The LR Port & Jobs (Editorial)
The Port of Little Rock is infrastructure that not only works, but that attracts jobs. read more >
Economic Development Leaders Discuss Mississippi County Growth
Economic development leaders throughout Mississippi County gathered Tuesday for a mayor’s summit focused on future growth in the region. read more >
Cushman & Wakefield Sage Partners Announces New Hires (Movers & Shakers)
Brad Freeman has been hired as managing director of property management and Sara Whitlock has been hired as director of lease administration. read more >
Walkable Downtowns Drive Economic Development
Places where people feel safe and comfortable walking are places where businesses can thrive. read more >
by ABPG Staff -
The Impact of Arkansas’ Waterways (Cassandra Caldwell Commentary)
Arkansas’ five commercially navigable rivers are vital to businesses across the state and nation. read more >
by Cassandra Caldwell -
Arkansas Bank Commissioner Elected Secretary of the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (Movers & Shakers)
Susannah Marshall is the Arkansas bank commissioner. read more >
High Demand Foreseen for State’s New $10M Site Development Program
The program seeks to accelerate economic development efforts that communities have already started, and with multiple ways to match the funding, the AEDC hopes to reach sites across the state. read more >
by Cooper Gant -
Riceland Elects 3 New Board Members (Movers & Shakers)
Britt Allmon, Curtis Fox and Cole Hicks have all been elected to the board. read more >
The Path to a Redevelopment Vision (Lisa Ferrell Commentary)
Progress north of the river offers lessons for downtown Little Rock revitalization. read more >
by Lisa Ferrell -
Megan Markham Hired as VP, Marketing at the Little Rock Regional Chamber (Movers & Shakers)
She previously served as foundation relations manager at Conway Regional Health System. read more >
Shane Knight Named President & CEO of the Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce (Super Mover)
Knight previously was deputy director of the Southeast Arkansas Economic Development District. read more >
Reading The Future: Economic Development (40 Years of Arkansas Business)
Investments in roads, bridges and water infrastructure must be a key priority and include developing new and coordinated transit systems. read more >
by George Waldon -
Empowering the Delta (Abe Hudson Commentary)
By supporting grassroots efforts, we can narrow the racial wealth gap and foster inclusive growth. read more >
by Abe Hudson -
Arkansas Pharmacists Association Names Michael Morrison as Senior Adviser (Movers & Shakers)
He previously served as the deputy communications director and director of visual media for the Arkansas attorney general’s office. read more >
Eclipse Economics: Arkansas Expects Tourism Boom on the Horizon
To calculate how many eclipse chasers will be looking skyward in Arkansas at 1:45 p.m. on Monday, April 8, economists and tourism officials started by looking backward. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Final 13.4 Miles of Delta Heritage Trail Within Sight
The most expensive section of the trail so far is under contract with work poised to begin in Desha County. read more >
by George Waldon -
2 Promoted at Conway Corp (Movers & Shakers)
Jeff Crownover will serve as telecommunications systems senior engineering tech, and Kody Miller chief plant officer of the Tupelo Bayou Wastewater Treatment Plant. read more >
Paul Harvel: Mission Accomplished (Editorial)
Paul Harvel, who led chambers of commerce throughout Arkansas, left an enduring legacy. read more >
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