Wednesday, May 4, 2022, was a good day. As a 34-year veteran of state government in Arkansas, I’ve seen a little bit of everything. Some pretty, some not so pretty. Some good, some…. well, you get the picture. And I’ve…
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ICBA ThinkTECH Demo Day Showcases Top Fintech Startups
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe 2022 ICBA ThinkTECH Accelerator Demo Day on April 20 in Little Rock showcased some of the country’s top fintech startups. Hosted by the Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) and The Venture Center, in partnership with the state of…
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Investing in AAM: Sky-High Possibilities for Economic Growth
by Chad Causeyby Chad CauseyFinding new ways to move people and cargo safely, efficiently and affordably is not a simple task. But advanced air mobility, commonly known as AAM, is expected to help ease the burden. Right now, Arkansas — like the rest of…
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Wanted: Young Blood – Aging Workforce Remains A Concern for Arkansas Manufacturers
The aging workforce makes no exception when it comes to manufacturing in Arkansas, an industry very much in need of an influx of younger workers. Programs like Be Pro Be Proud from the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce; Career Watch,…
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Conway Native Trent Minner Announces Republican Bid for State Representative
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffRepublican Trent Minner, of Conway, has officially announced his candidacy for State Representative, District 72, which includes Faulkner County. Minner is described as a lifelong conservative, and currently serves as an assistant attorney general in the Public Protection Department where he…
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Farm Bureau to Host Summit Addressing Arkansas Internet Access on Sep. 8
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffArkansas Farm Bureau will host the Arkansas Connectivity Summit next week on Sept. 8, at the Hot Springs Convention Center. The event will focus on plans to improve high-speed broadband, and cellular connectivity in Arkansas. The summit will feature…
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AR Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Hires New Executive Director
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Arkansas Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities (the Council) based in Little Rock has hired Jon Taylor as its new executive director. The Council says the addition of Taylor to the role demonstrates a continued commitment to promoting integration, inclusion…
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Fintech Companies Bring Innovation to 2021 FIS Demo Day
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffHundreds of investors, bankers, fintech decision-makers and community leaders heard virtual technology demonstrations from ten fintech companies that participated in the 2021 FIS Accelerator Demo Day on Thursday. This year’s event concluded the sixth year of the FIS® Fintech Accelerator…
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Gov. Hutchinson Appoints Henderson to Arkansas Board of Education
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffGovernor Asa Hutchinson announced Thursday that he has appointed Randy Henderson of Blytheville to the Arkansas State Board of Education. Henderson is replacing Susan Chambers of Bella Vista. “Randy’s experience in education and leadership provides him with a vision for…
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Governor Hutchinson Joins AEDC Executives in Honoring Community Leaders
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffThe Arkansas Economic Developers & Chamber Executives (AEDCE) recognized Julie Allen, Katherine Holmstrom and Kimberly B. Dale during its 2021 Annual Conference award luncheon on Monday, Aug. 23, in Jonesboro. AEDCE awards recognize volunteer and professional economic developers and chamber…