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. Organized by Arkansas Business, this celebrated awards program honors outstanding businesses and nonprofit organizations across the state that have demonstrated exceptional impact, resilience, and growth.

The annual Arkansas Business of the Year Awards will honor finalists and winners during a ceremony on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock. Finalists were chosen by an independent panel of judges, who evaluated nominees based on their ability to adapt through challenging economic times, exceed industry norms in performance, and significantly contribute to their communities and the state.

“We are incredibly honored to be recognized as a finalist. This nomination reflects the hard work and dedication of our team and their commitment to serving our entrepreneurial community,” said Caleb Talley, executive director of Startup Junkie Foundation. “It’s a testament to our mission of empowering Arkansas entrepreneurs and small business owners to pursue their dreams.”

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Startup Junkie Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs in Northwest Arkansas and beyond. The foundation provides expert resources, workshops, mentorship, and programming to help individuals and businesses build, grow, and scale their ventures. Through these efforts, they aim to foster economic growth, job creation, and innovation across the region and state.

Event Information

Finalists and winners will be celebrated at the 2025 Arkansas Business of the Year Awards Ceremony:

• Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
• Time: 7–9 p.m.
• Location: Statehouse Convention Center, Little Rock

For more details about the awards program, sponsorships, or tickets, visit Arkansas Business of the Year.

Startup Junkie Foundation stands alongside an impressive list of nonprofit finalists, including Holy Sews Inc., Morgan Nick Foundation, Special Olympics Arkansas, and Women’s Foundation of Arkansas.

To learn more about Startup Junkie Foundation and its work, visit www.startupjunkie.org.

Contacto de prensa:

Caleb Talley

Executive Director at Startup Junkie

Caleb@startupjunkie.org