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The Venture Center Picks 10 Startups for New Banking Solutions Accelerator

The Venture Center, in partnership with the Arkansas Bankers Association, has announced the 10 companies selected for the inaugural Arkansas Banking Solutions Accelerator. The 12-week accelerator will provide the startups and growth-stage companies with hands-on training to address the latest technology challenges facing Arkansas banks and their customers. The program aims to introduce commercially ready solutions […]

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Venture Center Arkansas Banking Solutions Accelerator Event

The Little Rock Venture Center welcomed bankers, investors and entrepreneurs to this Arkansas Banking Solutions Accelerator event. Supported by the Arkansas Bankers Association as well as the State of Arkansas, the afternoon offered an opportunity for networking and collaboration. Guests enjoyed camaraderie as well as remarks from Arkansas Economic Development Commission Executive Director Clint O’Neal.

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412: Crafting Compelling Brand Stories in the Competitive Design World with EO Space

Summary In this engaging episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Daniel Koonce, Jeff Amerine, and Harrison Kitson sit down with John Ferrante, the co-founder of EO Space, a design studio based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. John shares insightful stories about his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the importance of building unique offerings and maintaining strong relationships with clients. He

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411: Building a Hole-in-One Business: The Journey of Birdie and Brews

Summary In this engaging episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Caleb Talley and Daniel Koonce dive into the innovative world of Birdie and Brews, an indoor golf lounge in Northwest Arkansas. They are joined by Tyler and Shania Watkins, co-founders of this unique establishment that blends the thrill of indoor sports with a welcoming lounge atmosphere.

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410: Turning Pinball and Cocktails Into a Unique NWA Experience with Bo Counts

  Summary In this engaging episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Daniel Koonce, Harrison Kitson, and Jeff Amerine welcome back Bo Counts, the founder of Pinpoint Fayetteville. Bo returns to discuss the fascinating niche he’s carved out with Pinpoint, Arkansas’s only barcade that uniquely blends retro pinball games with craft cocktails. Delving into his journey,

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