Northwest Arkansas Council
Onward FX Launches Next Venture Capital Event
The next event in the Onward FX cycle will invite venture firms worth more than $7 billion to northwest Arkansas. read more >
Arkansas Tech Migration Gains Steam as More Startups Relocate
Another win for the Arkansas startup scene includes several companies relocating to the Natural State. read more >
New Programs Seek to Close Gap in Arkansas Startup Funding
Early-stage investment in the state plunged 62% in 2024. But behind the grim numbers, a quiet push is underway to change the trajectory. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Study Shows Where Arkansas Startups Are Growing and Where Funding Gaps Remain
The report found that early equity rounds have declined meaningfully, but founders have been resilient. read more >
Leadership, Legacy, and a Little Football at Northwest Arkansas Council Annual Meeting
University of Arkansas Chancellor Charles Robinson took a moment at the meeting to address a Razorback coach rumor. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Startups, Investors Convene at Onward FX Venture Capital Summit
More than 800 startups applied to attend the Onward FX summit in Little Rock last week, with 100 chosen to participate. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Miles Stephens and Bill Dillard III Talk Strategy and Innovation at Onward FX Panel
Two of Arkansas' biggest legacy companies are focused on empowering employees, building trust and pursuing long-term value. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
Collaboration Is Northwest Arkansas’ Secret Weapon for Growth, Consultant Says
A site selection professional said it's time for the region to promote itself more aggressively. read more >
by Marty Cook -
A Life Well Lived (Editorial)
In demonstrating the power of collaboration, Uvalde Lindsey helped remake northwest Arkansas. read more >
![Pea Ridge Mayor Nathan See: “You’ve got to keep up with growth.” [michael woods]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250609_Nathan_See_009_opt-300x194.jpg)
Northwest Arkansas Cities Join Forces to Manage Growth
As northwest Arkansas adds dozens of residents a day, cities like Pea Ridge and Centerton are joining regional efforts to tackle wastewater, housing and infrastructure challenges. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Northwest Arkansas by the Numbers, Shooting Up
The region is growing by 266 people per week, with Centerton and Pea Ridge leading the state in population growth. read more >
Heartland Whole Health Institute Opens in Bentonville
The 85,000-SF structure is designed to facilitate connections between art, nature, architecture, education and wellness on the Crystal Bridges Campus. read more >
Southern Bancorp, UAMS, Conway Corp Highlight Promotions & New Hires (Movers & Shakers)
This week’s Movers & Shakers highlights key promotions, new hires, and board appointments across Arkansas in banking, health care, law, and more. read more >
Walmart AMP Posts Record-Breaking Season, Boosts Northwest Arkansas Economy
In 2024, pop star Chappell Roan set an attendance record, Benson Boone set a new mark for ticket sales, and Post Malone put on the venue’s highest-grossing show ever. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
New Appointments at Grand Savings Bank, Stephens Insurance, ASU-Beebe & More (Movers & Shakers)
Key Arkansas appointments include Aubrey Blackmon’s Agriculture Hall of Fame induction, Laura Landreaux as State Chamber chair, and leadership changes in banking, energy, health care, and more. read more >
Stefanie Pawluk on Advancing Value-Based Care & Improving Care in Northwest Arkansas
Pawluk joined the Northwest Arkansas Council after three years as policy director of the Heartland Whole Health Institute. read more >
Appointments & Awards Announced at Lexicon, SAU, Arkansas Farm Bureau & More (Movers & Shakers)
New leadership across Arkansas: Randi Strode at Lexicon, Connie Wilson at SAU and Stefanie Pawluk at NWA Council. read more >
![Philip Taldo: “If I could just do half of what [Farmer] has done, when I get to that point, I’ll be happy.” [PHOTO provided]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Philip_Taldo_opt-e1734648423208-300x194.jpg)
Philip Taldo Elected Chairman of the Arkansas Highway Commission (Super Mover)
Taldo succeeds Alec Farmer, who announced that he is stepping down as chairman at the end of the year. read more >
Northwest Arkansas Council Names Stefanie Pawluk as Executive Director of Health Care Transformation
The former Heartland Whole Health Institute policy director will lead implementation of Vision 2030, focusing on improving regional health care access, reducing outmigration for specialty care and advancing value-based care initiatives. read more >
Trading Up: Arkansas Looks to Expand Workforce Training with Lottery-Funded Scholarships
Arkansas voters overwhelmingly approved using lottery funds for vocational scholarships, enhancing workforce development in high-demand trades. read more >
by Marty Cook -
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