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Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center

Here to help you start or grow a business in Arkansas

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You're The Boss

Ready, Start, Grow

Whether you are dreaming of entrepreneurship or already an owner, when you're ready, let's plan together for your next phase.

I'M READY!

What's Next

For Your Business?

What does the "new normal" look like for your business after COVID-19? ASBTDC is here to help.

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You've Come

To The Right Place

We assist small businesses in any industry at any stage of development. Sign up for access to our business consulting services, events, and resources.

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Our Clients Outperform

Other Arkansas Businesses

Businesses assisted by ASBTDC create more jobs and increase sales more than the average business in the state.

See Our Results

What is the ASBTDC?

We are your go-to resource for help starting or growing a business in Arkansas.

Our centers assist all types of for-profit businesses, from home-based to high-tech. Receive one-to-one confidential consulting and cutting-edge market research at no charge, or expand your expertise through our affordable educational events.

We Can Help You…

Start
A Business

New to business ownership?

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Grow
Your Business

Ready to expand or solidify your business?

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Develop a
Tech-Based Business

Have an idea or technology with commercial potential?

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Get one-to-one confidential guidance and market research specifically tailored to your venture. Check out how we can help your business today.

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Build your skills and knowledge. Take part in our live events or webinars to learn more about running and growing a business.

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Our Clients

Click on the photos to read their stories.

Secret Nook Coffee & Books
Brent and Tracy CryderSouthern Tail Brewing
Pea Ridge Urgent Care
Bliss Cupcakes Cafe
Wishfluence
Lexi Vaughn, owner and operator of Salon Lex, stands beside a barber chair in her salonSalon Lex
Isaac Traylor3-I Pressure Washing and Detail
Lil LionsLil Lions Daycare
The Croissanterie
Little T's mini golf courseLittle T’s Mini Golf & More
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ASBTDC Results

2022

3350


ARKANSANS SERVED

$102M


CAPITAL OBTAINED

8511


JOBS SUPPORTED

202


BUSINESSES STARTED

96%


CLIENT SATISFACTION

Client-reported data attributable to assistance received from the ASBTDC

News

  • Find Your Funder at New Lender Quick-Connect Event May 7 in Little Rock

    Small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking funding will have a unique opportunity to pitch their projects at Lender Quick-Connect: Find...

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  • Accelerator Opens to Applications from Health Tech Innovators

    Applications are open for the 2025 Lab2Launch Accelerator for Arkansas researchers and early-stage companies. Offered by the Arkansas Small Business...

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  • Brooks Receives State Star Honor

    Mary Beth Brooks of Fayetteville was honored as 2024 State Star at the 45th annual America’s SBDC Conference held in...

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  • America’s SBDC Names Meadors to Top 40 Under 40 for 2024

    One of the top 40 Under 40 young professionals in the national network of Small Business Development Centers is Florence...

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  • 3 New Members Join Advisory Board

    The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center is pleased to welcome three new members to its State Advisory Board....

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  • At Delta Dreams, Unlock How to Fund Your Business Idea

    Free Forums in Helena and Stuttgart Offer East Arkansas Entrepreneurs Expert Advice Financial pros from around Arkansas will share how and...

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  • Award Winners Reflect ASBTDC’s Commitment to Excellence

    To celebrate the achievements and contributions of the ASBTDC network, State Director Laura Fine presented Employee Excellence Awards to top performers during the...

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  • America’s Seed Fund Road Tour Coming to Little Rock

    Entrepreneurs Working on High-Tech, High-Impact Ideas Invited to Explore $4 Billion Funding Program The America’s Seed Fund 2024 Road Tour...

    Read More
  • State Star Brandon Horvath Recognized in Nashville

    Brandon Horvath is the 2023 State Star for Arkansas. State Stars from across the nation were honored at the America’s...

    Read More
  • Find Your Funder at New Lender Quick-Connect Event May 7 in Little Rock

    Small business owners and entrepreneurs seeking funding will have a unique opportunity to pitch their projects at Lender Quick-Connect: Find...

    Read More
  • Accelerator Opens to Applications from Health Tech Innovators

    Applications are open for the 2025 Lab2Launch Accelerator for Arkansas researchers and early-stage companies. Offered by the Arkansas Small Business...

    Read More
  • Brooks Receives State Star Honor

    Mary Beth Brooks of Fayetteville was honored as 2024 State Star at the 45th annual America’s SBDC Conference held in...

    Read More
  • America’s SBDC Names Meadors to Top 40 Under 40 for 2024

    One of the top 40 Under 40 young professionals in the national network of Small Business Development Centers is Florence...

    Read More
  • 3 New Members Join Advisory Board

    The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center is pleased to welcome three new members to its State Advisory Board....

    Read More
  • At Delta Dreams, Unlock How to Fund Your Business Idea

    Free Forums in Helena and Stuttgart Offer East Arkansas Entrepreneurs Expert Advice Financial pros from around Arkansas will share how and...

    Read More
  • Award Winners Reflect ASBTDC’s Commitment to Excellence

    To celebrate the achievements and contributions of the ASBTDC network, State Director Laura Fine presented Employee Excellence Awards to top performers during the...

    Read More
  • America’s Seed Fund Road Tour Coming to Little Rock

    Entrepreneurs Working on High-Tech, High-Impact Ideas Invited to Explore $4 Billion Funding Program The America’s Seed Fund 2024 Road Tour...

    Read More
  • State Star Brandon Horvath Recognized in Nashville

    Brandon Horvath is the 2023 State Star for Arkansas. State Stars from across the nation were honored at the America’s...

    Read More

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The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration through a partnership with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock College of Business, Health, and Human Services and other institutions of higher education.

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The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration through a partnership with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock College of Business, Health, and Human Services and other institutions of higher education.

All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA. All ASBTDC programs are extended to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Language assistance services are available for limited English proficient individuals. Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.

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