Aug 9, 2021 | Cycling, Employment
This fall, students at NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) and Minneapolis Community & Technical College can study bikes. The Bicycle Assembly and Repair Technician Certificate program — being offered at both schools for the first time — is an accelerated, two-semester program designed to prepare students for employment in the bicycle retail industry. Over the course of a year, students will learn a wealth of new skills, including extensive bicycle repair and service work, bicycle assembly, service department management and business.
Aug 2, 2021 | Community, Employment, New Ventures and Investments
The folks at Heartland Forward describe their organization as a “think and do tank” rather than just a think tank. Established with Walton money in 2019 to foster economic growth in the middle of the country, it focuses on innovation, human capital, entrepreneurship, and health and wellness.
Jul 13, 2021 | Community, Employment, Lifestyle
Northwest Arkansas has ranked as one of the top four places to live in the United States according to U.S. News and World Report. The region tallied a 7.3 overall score placing fourth in the country just ahead of Austin, Texas; and Colorado Springs, Colo.
Jun 28, 2021 | Art, Aviation, Community, Cycling, Employment, Hospitality, Lifestyle, New Ventures and Investments, Outdoor and Recreation Investments
The brothers think Arkansas has a chance to be viewed as the “Colorado of middle America”–a place with abundant outdoor recreational and job opportunities, minus the high cost of living on the West Coast or East Coast.
May 26, 2021 | Community, Employment, New Ventures and Investments
“We are working to take Northwest Arkansas to new heights by focusing on investments, businesses, and brands to drive this catalytic change in the region and in all of Arkansas,” said Runway CEO Chad Yoes. “Positive change comes by taking action and making an effort, and that is what we aspire to do every day.”
May 21, 2021 | Community, Employment, Lifestyle
Bentonville, Arkansas, business leaders are hoping the rise of working from home will help diversify their economy. FOX Business’ Connell McShane with more.
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