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Students Crack Codes at Venture Center’s 2021 JOLT Cyber Challenge
by AMP Staff October 20, 2021
by AMP Staff October 20, 2021
The Venture Center’s 2021 JOLT Cyber Challenge concluded on Sunday for student teams who came from across the state to compete for cash, prizes, and cyber skills bragging rights. The Venture Center is an Arkansas-based Entrepreneurial Support Organization (ESO) that…
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Venture Center’s New Program, Jolt.ed, Focuses on Cybersecurity, Problem Solving
by Tyler Hale September 28, 2020
by Tyler Hale September 28, 2020
Cybersecurity is more critical than ever. So much of our lives and businesses are connected via the web, making the need for reliable security paramount. Throughout the month of October, the Venture Center will be offering a new program designed…
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Wienerschnitzel Signs Major Development Deal in Arkansas January 23, 2022
The “World’s Largest Hot Dog Chain” plans to build 20 Wienerschnitzel restaurants throughout Arkansas over the next 12 years, beginning with three stores in Northwest Arkansas to jump start the development schedule with with Tejas Dogs LLC. “With personal roots… The post Wienerschnitzel Signs Major Development Deal in Arkansas appeared first on AMP.
Governor Hutchinson Reports Active Covid Cases Surpassing 100k, Hospital Capacity Expansions January 21, 2022
At his weekly news briefing on Friday, Governor Asa Hutchinson announced the new numbers for COVID-19 as of Friday with Arkansas surpassing over 100k active cases in the state. This means over 3 percent of the population is currently an… The post Governor Hutchinson Reports Active Covid Cases Surpassing 100k, Hospital Capacity Expansions appeared first […]
4th & 25: The 33-Year Streak Has Ended, and That’s OK January 21, 2022
On Jan. 7, 1989, the world was a much different place. The Berlin wall still stood, neither George Bush had yet served in the office of the Presidency, the average price of gas was still less than a dollar per… The post 4th & 25: The 33-Year Streak Has Ended, and That’s OK appeared first […]
Bank OZK Releases Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Earnings January 21, 2022
Bank OZK released results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2021 on Thursday. Highlights include: Strong Net Income. Bank officials said the $149.8 million of net income for the fourth quarter was among its best ever, and the… The post Bank OZK Releases Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Earnings appeared first on […]
Nominate A Business for Recognition in AMP’s 2022 Diversity in the Workplace Awards January 21, 2022
It’s our differences that make us unique, and this uniqueness makes us stronger. For the month of September, Arkansas Money & Politics is recognizing those companies that have embraced diversity in their workplace. This diversity takes many forms, some of… The post Nominate A Business for Recognition in AMP’s 2022 Diversity in the Workplace Awards […]
SPOTLIGHT ON SMALL BUSINESS: Good Eatin’ served on a platter in Little Rock January 21, 2022
Michelle Hill spent decades working in corporate marketing and advertising, but never felt truly fulfilled until a layoff in 2019 from a cable TV company gave her the opportunity to consider what she truly wanted out of life. Drawing on… The post SPOTLIGHT ON SMALL BUSINESS: Good Eatin’ served on a platter in Little Rock […]
Four Arkansas Projects Receive Over $26M in Water, Wastewater Funding January 21, 2022
The Arkansas Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Commission approved $26,463,899 for four water and wastewater projects throughout the state on Jan. 19. White River Regional Irrigation District, located between Lonoke and Brinkley in Prairie County, received a $26,084,076 loan from… The post Four Arkansas Projects Receive Over $26M in Water, Wastewater Funding appeared first on […]
UA Pine Bluff Receives $500k Gift from Anonymous Donor January 20, 2022
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) announced Thursday it is the recipient of an anonymous $500,000 donation to support its students pursuing a college degree, the second such gift to UAPB this academic year. The university received a donation… The post UA Pine Bluff Receives $500k Gift from Anonymous Donor appeared first on AMP.
UAMS Accepting Applications for Pathways Academy for K-12 Students January 20, 2022
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is now accepting applications from K-12 students for the Pathways Academy program. Pathways Academy is an educational and community engagement program focused on preparing low-income students… The post UAMS Accepting Applications for Pathways Academy for K-12 Students appeared first on AMP.
Westrock Ortho Forms NIL Partnership with Razorback Au’Diese Toney January 20, 2022
Westrock Orthodontics, a clinic affiliated with Rock Dental Brands, has secured its first Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) partnership with college basketball player Au’Diese Toney. The partnership was formed in light of the law passed in July 2021 allowing NCAA… The post Westrock Ortho Forms NIL Partnership with Razorback Au’Diese Toney appeared first on AMP.