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ICBA 2022 ThinkTECH Accelerator Program Launches
by AMP Staff January 12, 2022
by AMP Staff January 12, 2022
The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), in partnership with The Venture Center and the State of Arkansas, has unveiled its fourth annual ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator cohort. The latest fintech cohort in this global fintech accelerator supports ICBA’s mission to…
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Forge Institute Launches Cybersecurity Program for Small Businesses
by AMP Staff January 11, 2022
by AMP Staff January 11, 2022
Forge Institute of Little Rock has launched a new program designed to give small and mid-sized businesses valuable cyber and information security guidance. The unique program, “Ask a CISO,” makes available a variety of experts and security leaders to answer…
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Edafio Technology Closes on Investment with Boston Private Equity Firm
by AMP Staff January 3, 2022
by AMP Staff January 3, 2022
Arkansas IT company Edafio has partnered with Boston-based private equity firm M/C Partners on a strategic investment that will provide Edafio with opportunities for growth, such as enhanced service capabilities and regional expansion. Edafio Technology Partners, founded in 1999 as…
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Northwest Arkansas’ AMBOTS Receives $1 Million Small Business Award
by AMP Staff December 16, 2021
by AMP Staff December 16, 2021
AMBOTS, a Northwest Arkansas autonomous manufacturing technology startup, was recently awarded a $1 million Small Business Innovation Research Phase II Award from the National Science Foundation. AMBOTS stands for Autonomous Mobile roBOTS and Advanced Manufacturing roBOTS. The grant will enable…
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Northwest Arkansas Startup Earns $256,000 Small Business Award
by AMP Staff December 15, 2021
by AMP Staff December 15, 2021
A company started by University of Arkansas researchers has been awarded a $256,000 Small Business Innovation Research Grant. SIEV Technologies, a catalytic membrane reactor design company, received the grant from the National Science Foundation to develop technology that improves biofuel…
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Arkansas Research Alliance Expands Academy of Scholars and Fellows
by AMP Staff December 9, 2021
by AMP Staff December 9, 2021
Arkansas Research Alliance celebrated Tuesday the addition of two new ARA Scholars and six ARA Fellows to its ARA Academy of Scholars and Fellows. The Arkansas Research Alliance operates as a public-private partnership and invests in research to stimulate innovation,…
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UA Little Rock to Host Community Coding Day Dec. 4
by Angelita Faller December 3, 2021
by Angelita Faller December 3, 2021
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will host a free Community Coding Day on Saturday, Dec. 4, to encourage members of the community to learn more about computer science education and innovations in Arkansas. The event will be held…
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UA Little Rock, UAPB Partner with Forge, Acxiom on Major Cyber Initiative
by AMP Staff December 1, 2021
by AMP Staff December 1, 2021
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and the Forge Institute announced Wednesday a collaboration to establish the Consortium for Cyber Innovation (CCI) to develop and align cyber education, and grow applied research…
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Arkansas Electric Co-op Amps Up Cyber Defense with Forge Institute
by AMP Staff November 29, 2021
by AMP Staff November 29, 2021
In light of recent high-profile cyber attacks across the nation, the Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation is taking proactive measures to protect its digital network and power resources. AECC believes recent cyber attacks prove that the United States’ power grid could…
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Walmart Launches Drone Delivery Operation in Northwest Arkansas
by AMP Staff November 23, 2021
by AMP Staff November 23, 2021
Walmart has partnered with drone services company, DroneUp, LLC, to conduct the first multi-site commercial drone delivery operations. Walmart invested in the Virginia-based drone company in June 2021 after realizing it could offer customers a faster delivery option, with deliveries…
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UAMS Ranked Top 10 in Nation for Brain Surgery by Healthgrades January 15, 2022
A new analysis by Healthgrades shows the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences ranks among the top 10 percent of hospitals nationwide for cranial neurosurgery. Healthgrades, a resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems, awarded UAMS a 2022 Cranial… The post UAMS Ranked Top 10 in Nation for Brain Surgery by Healthgrades appeared first […]
Generations Bank Names Torres as Siloam Springs Market President January 14, 2022
Generations Bank has promoted Randy Torres to Market President for the Siloam Springs market. In his new role, Torres will oversee operations, lending and deposit relationships growth, and community involvement for the Siloam Springs market. “Randy is a longtime resident of the Siloam… The post Generations Bank Names Torres as Siloam Springs Market President appeared first on AMP.
Republican RJ Hawk Hits Fundraising Milestone for House District 81 Campaign January 14, 2022
The campaign to elect RJ Hawk for District 81 State Representative raised more than $16,000 for the month of December, according to the official filing with the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office. Republican RJ Hawk announced his campaign for the… The post Republican RJ Hawk Hits Fundraising Milestone for House District 81 Campaign appeared first […]
Arkansas Heart Hospital Launches State’s First Post-COVID Pulmonary Rehab Program January 14, 2022
Arkansas Heart Hospital is launching the state’s first post-COVID pulmonary rehabilitation program. The comprehensive outpatient treatment, offered through Strong Hearts Rehabilitation Center, will serve qualifying individuals experiencing symptoms for at least four weeks. It will be one of five medical… The post Arkansas Heart Hospital Launches State’s First Post-COVID Pulmonary Rehab Program appeared first on […]
Davenport, Lambe Join Southern Bancorp Leadership Team January 14, 2022
Southern Bancorp added two new members to its leadership team. Kenya Davenport joins the CDFI as the organization’s Chief of Staff, and Will Lambe joins as Chief Strategy Officer. “I’m excited to welcome both Kenya and Will to Southern Bancorp’s leadership… The post Davenport, Lambe Join Southern Bancorp Leadership Team appeared first on AMP.
Republican Business Owner Walter Burgess Announces Candidacy for House District 81 January 14, 2022
Small-business owner Walter Burgess has announced his candidacy for House District 81 in the Arkansas State House of Representatives, which includes portions of Saline County. Burgess is the co-owner and vice president of sales & engineering at Power Technology, Inc.… The post Republican Business Owner Walter Burgess Announces Candidacy for House District 81 appeared first […]
Construction on 135 MW Conway Solar Project Set to Begin in March January 13, 2022
Solar energy company Lightsource bp has closed on a $533 million multi-project financing package and will soon mobilize construction on its 135 megawatt (dc) Conway Solar project located near Happy, Arkansas, approximately 55 miles northeast of Little Rock. Lightsource bp… The post Construction on 135 MW Conway Solar Project Set to Begin in March appeared […]
U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Covid Vaccine Mandate for Large Businesses January 13, 2022
The Supreme Court on Thursday blocked the Biden administration’s proposed requirement that employees at large businesses either be vaccinated against Covid-19, or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job. The justices heard arguments on the challenges last… The post U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Covid Vaccine Mandate for Large Businesses appeared first on […]
Dillard’s Surpasses $15.3M in Donations to Ronald McDonald Charities Thanks to Christmas Cookbook Sales January 13, 2022
Dillard’s, Inc. announced Thursday morning that it will make a significant contribution to local Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Chapters, bringing its total support of the charity over 27 years to over $15.3 million. This year’s $180,000 donation was made… The post Dillard’s Surpasses $15.3M in Donations to Ronald McDonald Charities Thanks to Christmas Cookbook […]
Op-Ed: New Year, New Hope for Rural America in the Fight Against COVID January 12, 2022
A New Year rings in and the COVID pandemic is still with us. Pandemic fatigue is understandable at this point. But the loss of more than 824,000 Americans to date and the arrival of a new, more transmissible variant, should… The post Op-Ed: New Year, New Hope for Rural America in the Fight Against COVID […]

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