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406: Building Ventures Through Outdoor Recreation with Phil Shellhammer and Zoe Rose

Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Caleb Talley and Daniel Koonce are joined by Phill Shellhammer and Zoe Rose Maddox from the Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program (GORP) to discuss the newly launched Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator and how it’s changing the entrepreneurial landscape in northwest Arkansas and beyond. Phil kicks off the conversation

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Empowering Outdoor Rec Entrepreneurs Across Arkansas

Empowering Outdoor Rec Entrepreneurs Across Arkansas Are you an outdoor recreation entrepreneur looking to innovate, grow, and make an impact? Startup Junkie has partnered with the Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program (GORP) to provide no-cost consulting and technical assistance to entrepreneurs like you in and around Arkansas’ outdoor recreation hubs. This collaboration is designed to help

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Everything You Need to Know About the IdeaFame Pitch Competition

Everything You Need to Know About the IdeaFame Pitch Competition Get ready for an electrifying showcase of innovation, entrepreneurship, and bold new ideas! The IdeaFame Pitch Competition is a fast-paced, high-energy event where entrepreneurs, innovators, and dreamers have just 60 seconds to share their big idea for a chance to win cash prizes and gain

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Startup Junkie Foundation Partners with SLS Community to Launch Groundbreaking Neurodiversity Workforce Study in NWA

Startup Junkie Foundation Partners with SLS Community to Launch Groundbreaking Neurodiversity Workforce Study in NWA Startup Junkie Foundation Partners with SLS Community to Launch Groundbreaking Neurodiversity Workforce Study in NWA Northwest Arkansas | February 14th – The Startup Junkie Foundation is proud to announce an exciting new initiative in collaboration with SLS Community to explore

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407: Exploring Lithium’s Impact on Regional Economies and Clean Energy

Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, we dive into the electrifying world of lithium, renewable energy innovations, and its impact on the economy. Hosts Caleb Talley and Jeff Amerine are joined by guests Florence Meaders, program manager of the Lithium Regional Innovation Cluster (LRIC) and Matt Newman and Aviram Hadash from Brightmerge, who explore

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Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator Announces Inaugural Cohort of International Startups

Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator Announces Inaugural Cohort of International Startups BENTONVILLE, Arkansas USA (February 27, 2025) – The Arkansas Global Cycling Accelerator (AGCA) has selected 10 innovative companies from a broad pool of international applicants. These companies represent the cutting edge of cycling technology and innovation, from performance analytics platforms to e-bikes and custom manufacturing. “We

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A Platform for Visionaries: the Ideafame Pitch Competition

A Platform for Visionaries: the Ideafame Pitch Competition Last Thursday night, 30 bold entrepreneurs took the stage at the Arkansas Razorback Basketball Performance Center in front of a packed audience, each with just 60 seconds to pitch their business idea and compete for funding. The IdeaFame Pitch Competition highlighted the drive and ingenuity fueling Northwest

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Startup Junkie Foundation a Finalist in 2025 Arkansas Business of the Year Awards

Startup Junkie Foundation a Finalist in 2025 Arkansas Business of the Year Awards Up for Nonprofit Organization of the Year Award in Wednesday’s Ceremony FAYETTEVILLE, ARK. — Startup Junkie Foundation is proud to announce its recognition as a finalist for the Nonprofit Organization of the Year in the 2025 Arkansas Business of the Year Awards.

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408: Innovating Men’s Fashion with AI-Driven Styling with Anya Cheng

Summary In this episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Caleb Talley and Harrison Kitson connect with Anya Cheng, the founder of Taelor, a men’s clothing service that uses AI technology. The discussion starts with Anya detailing her journey from working in big tech companies like Meta and eBay to founding Taelor, inspired by her own wardrobe

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