Arkansas Economic Development Commission |
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About Arkansas Economic Development Commission |
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Centered between Canada and Mexico, and located in the middle of the United States, Arkansas is strategically placed to reach tens of millions of people easily and cost efficiently. Our unemployment rate consistently ranks below the national average, and 44 campuses of higher learning result in an educated workforce enriched by long-term training and primed for 21st Century challenges.On any given day in Arkansas, we're curating the world's largest private database and operating one of the nation's largest truckload carriers, while commanding the world's dominant retail empire. Home to six Fortune 500 companies and more than 141 international corporations, Arkansas is an industry melting pot from which one success builds on another.The more you know Arkansas, the better the opportunity for your business. We invite you to explore more about our state and its potential for you.
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SD: AR: Amazon to Open Supply Chain Facilities
Development News | December 23, 2020
Amazon is opening its first-ever South Dakota supply chain facility in Sioux Falls, as well as a distribution center in North Little Rock, Ark. more >>
AR: West Memphis, Entergy Arkansas Launch Campaign to Promote I-40 Megasite
Development News | November 10, 2020
The City of West Memphis and Entergy Arkansas have partnered to launch “Mega Plans, Mega Site” to promote the West Memphis I-40 megasite. more >>

Arkansas is Ready for Business
Article | July 29, 2020
In Arkansas, every business is essential. Arkansas is a business-friendly state with an abundance of resources to help businesses succeed,... more >>
AR: Amazon to Open Major Fulfillment Center, Creating 1,000+ Jobs
Development News | July 10, 2020
Amazon is opening a fulfillment center and a delivery station in Little Rock. The 825,000-sq.-ft. facility is expected to create more than 1,000... more >>
AR: Walmart to Open State-of-the-At Health Center in Springdale, Ark.
Development News | June 29, 2020
Walmart is opening its fourth Walmart Health Center, this time in Springdale, Ark. The company has three health centers in Georgia. more >>