Events at this location

At this in-person workshop, learn about cash flow basics for your business, including working capital management, calculating and closing the financial gap, cash forecasting, and more.

Presenter: Carl Norris, Norris CFO

This in-person interactive workshop is for those using or planning to use the cloud-based version of QuickBooks (Simple Start, Essentials, Online Plus or Advanced). Topics build from navigation and company set-up to reconciling accounts, handling revenue, accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank feeds, inventory, customizing reports and more.

A computer and take-home workbook are provided. Event provides 6 hours CPE.

Presenter: Ronda Hawkins, ATU ASBTDC

At this in-person event, using the “To the Point” business plan outline, learn how to put together a plan that will help define the details of your business and that can be presented to lenders and investors. 

Presenter: Ronda Hawkins, ATU ASBTDC

Special thanks to our 2024 Mission Co-Sponsors: Centennial Bank, Union Bank, First State Bank, Simmons Bank, Arvest Bank, and First Security Bank

Are you thinking about a loan to start, expand, or better manage your business? Join us at this in-person event to learn about financing options and interact with our panel of lenders who specialize in commercial and SBA-guaranteed loans. 

Speakers: 

• Ryan Panariso, Arvest Bank
• Cody Crowell, Centennial Bank
• Itzel Sims, First Security Bank
• Ian Bryan, First State Bank

Moderator: Christian Pennington, Small Business Administration Arkansas District Office 

Special thanks to our 2024 Mission Co-Sponsors: Centennial Bank, Union Bank, First State Bank, Simmons Bank, Arvest Bank, and First Security Bank.

This in-person class is for businesses interested in selling products/services to government entities. We will be joined by an expert from Arkansas APEX Accelerator, who will discuss the 8(a) Business Development certification and nine-year business development program and the Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) self-certification available through the SBA.

Presenter: Kimberly Randle, Arkansas APEX Accelerator counselor

Special thanks to Arkansas APEX Accelerator and our 2024 Mission Co-Sponsors: Centennial Bank, Union Bank, First State Bank, Simmons Bank, Arvest Bank, and First Security Bank.