Arkansas Small Business and Technology Resource Center

https://sbtdc.uark.edu/

The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center at the University of Arkansas helps small businesses thrive. We provide one-on-one confidential consulting and guidance to support enterprising Arkansans in the Northwest Arkansas region. We also offer affordable workshops to help you gain the knowledge and skills that you need to succeed.

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SCORE of Northwest Arkansas (Service Core of Retired Executives)

 https://northwestarkansas.score.org/

Northwest Arkansas SCORE, Chapter 511 provides free and confidential small business counseling by consultants with plenty of real life experience. Business Consulting/Mentoring Services provided on a broad spectrum of business topics for existing or start-up businesses and entrepreneurs. All of SCORE’s counselor/mentors are volunteers from all areas of the business world. 

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NWACC Business and Professional Development

https://www.nwacc.edu/workforce/businessandprofessional/customizedtraining.aspx

NWACC provides customized in-person and online employee training that's designed for your business's unique workforce needs. 

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Arkansas SBA District Office

https://www.sba.gov/offices/district/ar/little-rock

Federal government agency that helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. The SBA provides loans, counseling, and other services to small business owners.

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Startup Junkie

https://www.startupjunkie.org/

Startup Junkie supports, inspires, and educates entrepreneurs and innovators by providing no-cost, one-on-one consulting; events, workshops and programs; and access to capital and talent. Provides access to entrepreneurial resources and providing strategic support to any individuals seeking to establish or grow their business. 

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Proquest Entrepreneurship Database (Provided by the Arkansas State Library)

https://www.proquest.com/entrepreneurship/index?accountid=41449&cb=1644958846

Designed for entrepreneurs wanting quick access to the latest information on business topics, quick access to useful toolkits, and recommendations from experts in Editor’s Picks.

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