Fifty-six entrepreneurs and industry leaders from across Arkansas are participating in the 2025 VCWoman Achieve program, an innovative statewide mentorship opportunity organized by The Venture Center in Little Rock. Read More
The Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC) has awarded $2 million in funding to 11 Arkansas-based accelerator programs through the Arkansas Business and Technology Accelerator Grant Program. Read More
The Venture Center, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration's Arkansas District Office and with support from the Walton Family Foundation and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC), is accepting applications for its second annual Veteran-Owned Small Business Accelerator. Read More
The Venture Center, in partnership with the Arkansas Bankers Association, hosted the inaugural Arkansas Banking Solutions Accelerator Demo Day on Thursday at The Hall in Little Rock. The event featured nine fintech startups presenting innovative solutions aimed at advancing banking services for consumers and businesses. Read More
BioVentures LLC., in partnership with The Venture Center, is accepting applications for the 2025 Arkansas Collaborative for Technological and Innovative Venture Equality (ACTIVE). In its second year, this initiative aims to enhance health outcomes throughout Arkansas, creating a supportive environment for the growth of innovative ideas and entrepreneurs. Read More
The Venture Center, in partnership with the Arkansas Bankers Association, has announced the ten companies selected for the inaugural Arkansas Banking Solutions Accelerator (ABSA). Read More
