The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center at Arkansas State University will host the Smart Growth Accelerator, a series of four online sessions that provide planning, marketing, cash flow and financing strategies to existing businesses.
Ten businesses will be selected to participate and will develop strategic growth plans during the session. The program is for businesses located in either Craighead, Crittenden, or Mississippi counties.
“The Smart Growth Accelerator is an excellent investment of time for Northeast Arkansas small businesses seeking to grow. It’s a unique opportunity to learn from multiple experts, network with other small businesses, and connect to resources that can support you over the life of your business,” says Laura Fine, ASBTDC State Director.
Businesses must have been open for one to five years, have at least one employee in addition to the owner and be organized as for-profit.
The spring cohort starts May 4, and there is no cost to participate. Sessions will be held via Zoom 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The project is funded by a Portable Assistance Grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Smart Growth launched in 2020. In the first two years, — NEA businesses completed strategic growth plans through the accelerator.
To apply or obtain more information, go to asbtdc.org/smart-growth. For questions, contact the ASBTDC at A-State at (870) 972-3517.