SBA has published a press release highlighting the significant increase in the volume of sba-backed loans. The agency credits the loan incentives … [Read more...] about SBA-Backed Loans in FY2011 Surpass Highest Volume in Agency’s History
UA Startup Mentor Carol Reeves Recognized by Fortune
Carol Reeves, the woman behind the success of business-plan competition teams from the University of Arkansas, has been recognized by Fortune as one … [Read more...] about UA Startup Mentor Carol Reeves Recognized by Fortune
Renovations Taking Place at Arkansas Baptist College
A groundbreaking was held today at Arkansas Baptist College in Little Rock to kick off the renovation and expansion to be completed at the college … [Read more...] about Renovations Taking Place at Arkansas Baptist College
Delta Conference Center to Open in Desha County
Heartland Renaissance Fund announced today that it is financing a new business and community center, lodge, and clay shooting recreational complex in … [Read more...] about Delta Conference Center to Open in Desha County
Small Businesses in the Delta are Receiving More Startup Loan Assistance
An economic study released has shown that the amount of small business loans made to businesses in the Delta have increased dramatically. The study, … [Read more...] about Small Businesses in the Delta are Receiving More Startup Loan Assistance
The SBA Lending Arena is Changing
Many sources are reporting that the face of SBA lending is changing. The Orange County Register reports that more and more large banks are veering … [Read more...] about The SBA Lending Arena is Changing
SBA’s July Web Chat Will Focus on Home-Based Businesses
Bob Wright will be hosting next week's SBA web chat focused on providing advice for home-based businesses. The chat will be held at noon on Thursday, … [Read more...] about SBA’s July Web Chat Will Focus on Home-Based Businesses
Open Avenues Builds New Headquarters With Assistance of New Market Tax Credits
Open Avenues, a 501(c) that fosters independent living and work skills for disabled adults, has constructed a new headquarters in Rogers, AR with the … [Read more...] about Open Avenues Builds New Headquarters With Assistance of New Market Tax Credits
NMTC Program may be Overhauled
The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service have proposed a set of changes to the New Markets Tax Credit program to encourage more money … [Read more...] about NMTC Program may be Overhauled
Advantage Loan Initiatives from the SBA
In an effort to stimulate economic growth and job creation in underserved communities, the SBA introduced two new initiatives this past February. The … [Read more...] about Advantage Loan Initiatives from the SBA
Beckmann Volmer Plans New Facility in Osceola, Arkansas
The German based manufacturer, Beckmann Volmer, is set to open its new $10 million dollar facility located in Osceola, Arkansas next spring. The … [Read more...] about Beckmann Volmer Plans New Facility in Osceola, Arkansas
John Brown University Sweeps Tri-State Undergraduate Finals
John Brown University swept the Undergraduate Finals in the fourth-annual Donald W. Reynolds Governor's Cup Tri-State business plan competition in Las … [Read more...] about John Brown University Sweeps Tri-State Undergraduate Finals
