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ARise Featured Client: The LexMed Story
Democratizing justice in Social Security disability claims. In the heart of Northwest Arkansas, a groundbreaking legal tech startup is changing the landscape of Social Security disability claims. LexMed, founded by Nick Coleman and joined by Phillip Cannon, is...
The Blossoming Entrepreneurial Journey of Lindsay Neely, founder of Pink Fern
The world of entrepreneurship is filled with stories of passion, perseverance, and a willingness to step out of one's comfort zone. One such inspiring story comes from Lindsay Neely, founder of Pink Fern, a charming plant shop off College Avenue in Fayetteville, in a...
February Owner Spotlights
Rick West, Opines When browsing Walmart's online store, Rick West noticed a problem. Before an item could go live, the service required pre-seeded reviews. How would a new item get reviews, by just giving them away? This is what sparked him to create Opines....
The Importance of Diversity in Business
“Access to adequate capital remains a significant challenge for black-owned businesses” According to Forbes 8 out of every 10 black businesses fail within the first 18 months of starting. Diversity is important for fostering innovation, improving decision-making,...
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GETTING TECH SUPPORT: The Arkansas Governor’s Cup Partners with ARise to Empower Future Entrepreneurs
GETTING TECH SUPPORT: The Arkansas Governor’s Cup Partners with ARise to Empower Future Entrepreneurs Fayetteville and Little Rock, Ark.- August 29, 2024 - Arkansas Capital is excited to partner with Startup Junkie and its newest program ARise for the Governor's Cup...
Finalists Chosen for Arkansas Qualifier of Startup World Cup
Finalists Chosen for Arkansas Qualifier of Startup World Cup Startup Junkie, in partnership with Pegasus Ventures, is thrilled to announce the finalists for the Arkansas Regional Qualifier of the prestigious Startup World Cup. Set to take place on August 30 at the One...
UpStart Thrift Store Fuels Entrepreneurial Growth with Grants for Northwest Arkansas Startups
Farmington, AR | August 5th, 2024 - UpStart Thrift Store, operated by the Startup Junkie Foundation, has awarded grants to two outstanding local entrepreneurs through the UpStart Thrift Store Grant Program. This initiative underscores the store's commitment to...
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