UA Names Interim Economic Development Leader
The University of Arkansas in Fayetteville appoints David Snow as the interim vice chancellor for economic development. read more >
Tagged: Technology
FIS Selects 10 Startups for 2020 Fintech Accelerator Program
FIS of Jacksonville, Florida, and The Venture Center of Little Rock announces the 10 companies selected to participate in the 2020 FIS Fintech Accelerator program, which will take place completely online. read more >
Immerse Arkansas Picks Bone (Movers & Shakers)
Canisha Bone has been hired as the office manager at Immerse Arkansas in Little Rock. read more >
Remote Work: Pandemic & Beyond (Regina Young Commentary)
The COVID-19 pandemic has shown that technology has made remote work viable for positions previously considered not suitable for such arrangements. And many employees who were previously apprehensive about remote work have now embraced it. Will employers now consider making remote work permanent for such positions? read more >
Arkansas Industries Attempt to Divine The Post-Pandemic Future
Some, like the hospitality industry, are bracing for a long, slow return to pre-COVID vitality. Others, like the energy sector, see a quicker recovery after the early swoon. Some trends seem baked into expectations, like reliance on home-based employees and the technology they use. read more >
Pandemic-Infused Demand Puts Enviro Tech In 24-7 Mode
Making hand sanitizer is nothing new for Enviro Tech Chemical Services Inc. of Modesto, California. But three months ago, the product was swept up in an unexpected surge in popularity thanks to COVID-19. read more >
Technology Office Project Draws $16M Transaction (Real Deals)
An affiliate of Caprocq Core REIT purchased the four-story project in west Little Rock. read more >
Update: Court Approves Windstream’s Path Out of Bankruptcy as Private Company
Windstream Holdings Inc. of Little Rock announced late Thursday that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has approved its reorganization plan, which, when completed, will leave Arkansas with one fewer public company. read more >
AT&T Effort to Bring Higher-Speed Internet to Rural Arkansas
AT&T is doing its part to answer the call for more rural internet in the COVID-19 era, combining with the Federal Communications Commission to extend high-speed service to more than 41,000 rural homes and businesses in Arkansas. read more >
The Old Normal (Gwen Moritz Editor's Note)
Since I’m not at all sure any of us have a good grasp on how much our worlds will have been changed by the pandemic, I think of this week’s list as a final snapshot of the old normal that will be valuable when it comes time to document the new normal. read more >
Largest Private Companies List Gives Snapshot of Pre-Pandemic Normalcy
The 33rd annual list of the state’s largest private companies serves as a baseline for pre-pandemic revenue. read more >
Curtis Barnett Sees Silver Linings Around Coronavirus
As president and CEO of Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield, Curtis Barnett leads efforts to transform health care, seeking to make it more affordable and compassionate. read more >
The Generator Adds Adams (Movers & Shakers)
Kanesha Adams has joined The Generator in Pine Bluff. Adams will be the education programs coordinator. read more >
A-State's Jeong Recognized for Mechanical Engineering (Movers & Shakers)
Kwangkook “David” Jeong has been elected as a fellow at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. read more >
Namida Lab Partners with Heartland Pharmacy to Offer Antibody Tests
Namida Lab in Fayetteville has partnered with Heartland Pharmacy to offer its COVID-19 antibody testing to the public. read more >
Resource Guide: Financial Tools, Aid for Businesses Hurt by COVID-19
Arkansas Business is regularly updating this page with links and contact information for businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. read more >
Tracy Rosser Joins ARA Board
Tracy Rosser, executive vice president of operations at Transplace Inc., has joined the Arkansas Research Alliance Board of Trustees. read more >
UA Little Rock to Offer Cybersecurity Degree In Fall 2021
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will offer a new four-year cybersecurity degree in the Fall 2021 semester. read more >
Startup Junkie Launches Science Venture Studio
Startup Junkie Foundation launched its Science Venture Studio on Monday, to help startups apply for federal grant funding. read more >
Arkansas Cities Say Pandemic Losses of Revenue May Be Overstated
City leaders around Arkansas are holding their breath as business and social activities gradually restart after the initial shock of the coronavirus pandemic. read more >
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