As a registered sonography and imaging professional, Darcy Pearson of Clarksville has performed ultrasounds for 10 years. In 2021, unhappy in the job ... Read More
Morrilton’s Krutz Is State’s Small Business Person of the Year
ASBTDC congratulates the 2022 Arkansas Small Business Person of the Year Jaim Krutz. Krutz is the majority owner of Big Cuppa, LLC in Morrilton and ... Read More
Millie’s Brings Taste of Home to Cave City
When people hear the name Cave City, the small city’s famous watermelons and its annual watermelon festival spring to mind. But another name that is ... Read More
Plastic Surgery Practice Gets Startup Help
The Kelamis Plastic Surgery Center in Fayetteville opened in early 2021 as a full-service plastic and reconstructive surgery practice. Dr. J. Alex ... Read More
New Cafe Owners Enter Marketplace
A cafe is Josh and Kelly Word’s new way to feed people. “I have always known how to cook. I come from a long line of fantastic home cooks on both ... Read More
Santos Starts Hound Town Dog Salon
Luisa Santos wanted to create a space for grooming "where dogs can be dogs." With the assistance of the Arkansas Small Business and Technology ... Read More
Through Exporting and E-Commerce, Five Star Jerky Sets Sights on Global Markets
Caribe Producers, Michael Hocklander’s Springdale-based company, formed an e-commerce export strategy for Five Star Jerky, the company’s international ... Read More
New Bakery in Downtown Hope Honors Family’s Mexican Heritage
As a child in Mexico, Estela Luna grew up making traditional Mexican sweet breads. She began to pursue a baking career in 2012 by experimenting in her ... Read More
Center Guidance Puts New Construction Company on Firm Financial Footing
Before a move from Omaha, Neb., to Northwest Arkansas, entrepreneur and builder Jeff Snow made the local ASBTDC his first stop, with financial ... Read More
Undeterred by Delays, Obstacles, Hot Springs Jeweler Opens Store
From engagement rings to birthstones, jewelry and milestones often go hand-in-hand. Shannon Branstetter is ready to help customers celebrate their ... Read More
After COVID Stress, Retooled Website Eases Communication for Salon and Spa Owner
When Christy Watson decided to open her salon and spa, Bella Magnolia, she brought a wide array of hair, massage, and skin care services to the ... Read More
After Marines, Couple Embraces Business Ownership
Matthew and April Fedrick of Ward own and operate Ape’s Housekeeping and Cleaning Services, LLC. The couple met in 2011 in Kabul, Afghanistan, ... Read More