Left to Right: Will Ford, Scott, Ford, Joe T. Ford, Sam Ford, Joseph Ford. Photo by Chris Davis Through the wall of windows flanking one side of his modest office at Westrock Coffee headquarters in Little Rock, Joe T. Ford…
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Walton College of Business Launches Product Innovation Program
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe University of Arkansas has launched a Master of Science in product innovation through its Department of Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Venture Innovation (SEVI) through the Sam M. Walton College of Business. The curriculum will be overseen by Taryn Mead, a…
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All in the Family: Shayla Copas Lifestyle Adds Familiar Face as COO
by Dwain Hebdaby Dwain HebdaShayla Copas Lifestyle has grown from a single idea into a thriving collection of national lifestyle brands. Built by its namesake, the venture has blossomed into five branded startups leading Copas, a well-known Little Rock entrepreneur, author and style agent,…
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Op-Ed: Despite Volatility, Many Businesses Flourish During Pandemic
by Brittany Roeby Brittany RoeAs we have rounded the corner past the anniversary of the start of the pandemic – I still remember thinking, “Oh, we’ll all get a nice two weeks off to relax, and then it’s back to the grind” – it’s…
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Free Business Accelerator Program Starting Up in Northwest Arkansas
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleEntrepreneurship for All (EforAll) is launching a free business accelerator aimed at Northwest Arkansas companies. The accelerator will also be offered through a Spanish-language program. This year-long accelerator is receiving financial backing from the Walton Family Foundation. This is EforAll’s…
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Walmart Opens 2021 Open Call Event for Entrepreneurs with U.S. Made Products
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleWalmart is calling entrepreneurs for the opportunity to pitch their products to Walmart buyers. The world’s largest retailer is launching its eighth annual Open Call, which will enable entrepreneurs to pitch to Walmart buyers on June 30 in virtual meetings.…
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Venture Noire Launching New Program Aimed at Advancing Local Black-Owned Businesses
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleWith a new $1.3 million grant, Venture Noire will be launching a new program designed to advance Black-owned businesses in key industries. The new program, In The Black, will provide eight-week courses to minority entrepreneurs with an aim of addressing…
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With Holiday Grant Program, Venture Center Plans Big Impact on One Local Small Business
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleRunning a small business can be a high-wire act, navigating the challenges of everyday operations alongside the bigger-picture issues of the day. Small business owners and entrepreneurs walk the razor-edge between success and failure on any given day, and that…
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Op-Ed: Arkansas Comes Together for Entrepreneurs
by Grace Rainsby Grace RainsRegionality has been top of mind for me lately. Regionality, defined as an arrangement or ordering in regions, often becomes a roadblock for change, advancement and innovation. The part that bothers me most is the ‘ordering’ portion – the thought…
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With $125K Grant, ASBTDC Plans More Services for Arkansas Entrepreneurs
by Tyler Haleby Tyler HaleThe U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has awarded a $125,000 grant to the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC) at the University of Little Rock. The grant will be utilized to help Arkansas companies applying for Small Business…