After mastering the dos and don’ts of starting a business, it’s time to focus on growth. To enjoy the benefits of expanding your business, you need to ... Read More
Memory Book Maker Focuses on Future
Maria Rosa Baquero Ehrenberg of Little Rock thought she was making a short trip to the Dominican Republic. She expected to celebrate a family birthday ... Read More
SAU Student Starts Hippie Drip
Entrepreneurship Major Puts Lessons Into Practice While learning about business at Southern Arkansas University, Jaci Tucker decided to start a ... Read More
Grounded Celebrates Grand Opening
The sound of steam from an espresso machine and the smell of freshly ground coffee beans bring a sense of nostalgia and comfort. For the ... Read More
How to Find Your Target Market
In-store or online, substantial traffic with a low conversion rate often points to an obvious but fixable problem: you simply aren’t attracting the ... Read More
Holiday Marketing Webinars Help Businesses Prepare for Most Wonderful Time of Year
Thanksgiving weekend traditionally kicks off the holiday shopping season, but businesses that want to attract more holiday shoppers this year can ... Read More
Cooper Brings Bungee Fitness to NWA
Inspired by mesmerizing TikTok videos, Kayleigh Cooper decided to bring bungee fitness to Fayetteville, opening Elevate Bungee Fitness in Fiesta ... Read More
Allen Purchases Hot Springs Village Paper
Jennifer Allen acquired the Hot Springs Village Voice in February 2021, returning the weekly newspaper to local ownership. “I’ve always had ... Read More
Re-evaluate Your Plan for the Future of Your Business
While facing a disaster is nothing new for small businesses, the coronavirus pandemic has taught us that we really weren’t as prepared as we thought. ... Read More
How Do I Get Financing to Start a Business?
Like most new entrepreneurs, you may be thinking, “How do I get capital to start a business?” or “How much money do I need to start my business?” ... Read More
PPP and New Web Capabilities Propel Rural Manufacturer in 51st Year
Ludwig, Inc. in rural Waldo, Ark., manufactures and sells floral foams. In operation since 1970, the company supplies the floral industry with foam ... Read More
Single Mom Achieves Business Ownership
Racheal Calderon opened Lola’s Blessed Bean in Greenwood with the assistance of the ASBTDC at Arkansas Tech University. The coffee shop opened March ... Read More