We have grown from the small region that fostered Fortune No. 1 to an area rife with thought leaders and innovators. Northwest Arkansas has seven times the U.S. average of headquarters and management employees in its workforce, home to over 1,400 Walmart suppliers and neighboring headquarters like J.B. Hunt, Tyson Foods, George’s Poultry and Simmons.
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Anchored by enterprises like Intel, IBM, Google, Microsoft, Hewlett Packard, Oracle and Walmart, the annual NWA Tech Summit attracts 3,500 attendees, includes a Startup Alley and delivers discussion about innovation at the intersection of business and technology, women in technology, and medtech.

The Heartland Summit showcases the exciting innovation happening between the coasts, sparking the frank conversations about the challenges the region is facing and building networks to sustain economic growth to power problem solving across the country.

This event has grown into a premier opportunity for women at all stages of their careers to convene and connect. A quarterly series of conversations, led by C-suite level women, BWC Assemble is designed to inspire, empower, and motivate.

An annual luncheon that brings together national and international experts to discuss the economic outlook for Arkansas, the nation and the world—drawing more than 1,200 business and community leaders.
A regional resource to help students, educators, and employers find a perfect career match through their skills and education in Northwest Arkansas. Explore career options, support, training programs, and assessment tools designed to help find a career path.
TALENT RECRUITMENT
We aim to advocate on behalf of all those who have an expressed interest in relocating to the area. Towards this end, we actively share talent leads with employers and recruiters throughout the region. If you would like us to share your interest with employers, please join our talent network.
BUSINESS RECRUITMENT
Invest NWA provides the data needed to assist company owners and site selectors who are interested in doing business in Northwest Arkansas.

Established in 1990 by Sam Walton, Don Tyson, J.B. Hunt and other business leaders, the Northwest Arkansas Council is a private, nonprofit organization working to advance job opportunities, talent recruitment, physical infrastructure and quality of life in the region. Most of the Council’s more than 100 members are companies, including Walmart, Tyson Foods, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc, Simmons Foods and George’s, Inc.
The Northwest Arkansas National Airport is vital to the region’s long-term economic success, and it’s Northwest Arkansas residents’ gateway to the world. The region’s companies rely on XNA in a big way as the airport makes it possible for Walmart, Tyson Foods, J.B. Hunt Transport Services and so many others to operate across the U.S. and all over the globe.
The FareFlight NWA program assists business and leisure travelers and encourages them to prioritize XNA over other airports. FareFlight NWA wants to help local travelers identify the best, most affordable flights.Â

Home to three Fortune 500 companies and an R1 university, Northwest Arkansas is well-positioned to be a significant player in the innovation economy, emerging as a hotspot for startups. NWA is the 2nd best Metro Area for Minority Entrepreneurs, creating a hub of economic and creative growth in the middle of the American Heartland.
Located in Fayetteville, Startup Junkie exists to empower innovators and entrepreneurs by educating, inspiring, and supporting entrepreneurs and innovators with accessible, no-cost consulting, workshops, programs, and more. With robust, professional, and curated programs that help get startups up and running, Startup Junkie offers a wide range of opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Endeavor NWA was launched in March 2019 as the sixth U.S. affiliate of Endeavor. Established in 1997, Endeavor selects, mentors, and supports high-growth entrepreneurs in 37 countries and 8 U.S. markets—driving job creation, wealth creation, and inspiration into underserved, growth markets globally.
Arkansas Small Business and Tech Development Centers provide resources for those starting a business, growing a business, or developing a startup. ASBTDC centers assist all types of for-profit businesses, from home-based to high-tech, offering one-on-one consultations and cutting-edge market research at no charge.
Through Kiva Northwest Arkansas, members of the community can sign up to lend money to local entrepreneurs. Loans granted through Kiva are made up of five to 20 initial local contributions of as little as $25 before launching to the national community, where a borrower can access up to $10,000. These loans are offered to those who have difficulty securing traditional loans and are offered at zero percent interest with no fees. The process requires no credit score, collateral pledges or U.S. citizenship documentation.
The idea for Ledger was first formed as a way to meet the community’s growing demand for flexible, modern workplaces. It soon became clear Downtown Bentonville needed space not just for companies but for the community as well. Find out how the Ledger is making it happen.Â

Located in Fayetteville, CenterSpace is a co-working space from Startup Junkie offering desks, conference rooms, and tech resources at no cost.

Likewise is a collaborative workspace located in Fayetteville, designed to engage the community in both work & play. With flexible spaces, plentiful resources, and conscious design, Likewise is a comforting space for community members to recharge and work together.

CoFounder is a coworking community located on the ground floor of the Founders Plaza in the Pinnacle Hills District of Rogers, Arkansas, providing innovative, affordable office solutions for remote workers, entrepreneurs, small businesses, freelancers, corporate professionals, and everyone in-between.

Located in Bentonville, CAST offers savvy, serene workspaces with options for start-ups, creatives, entrepreneurs, and established businesses. Designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and productivity, CAST caters to the diverse needs of the community in NWA.


A regional resource to help students, educators, and employers find a perfect career match through their skills and education in Northwest Arkansas. Explore career options, support, training programs, and assessment tools designed to help find a career path.
TALENT RECRUITMENT
We aim to advocate on behalf of all those who have an expressed interest in relocating to the area. Towards this end, we actively share talent leads with employers and recruiters throughout the region. If you would like us to share your interest with employers, please join our talent network.
BUSINESS RECRUITMENT

Invest NWA provides the data needed to assist company owners and site selectors who are interested in doing business in Northwest Arkansas.

Established in 1990 by Sam Walton, Don Tyson, J.B. Hunt and other business leaders, the Northwest Arkansas Council is a private, nonprofit organization working to advance job opportunities, talent recruitment, physical infrastructure and quality of life in the region. Most of the Council’s more than 100 members are companies, including Walmart, Tyson Foods, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc, Simmons Foods and George’s, Inc.

The Northwest Arkansas National Airport is vital to the region’s long-term economic success, and it’s Northwest Arkansas residents’ gateway to the world. The region’s companies rely on XNA in a big way as the airport makes it possible for Walmart, Tyson Foods, J.B. Hunt Transport Services and so many others to operate across the U.S. and all over the globe.
The FareFlight NWA program assists business and leisure travelers and encourages them to prioritize XNA over other airports. FareFlight NWA wants to help local travelers identify the best, most affordable flights.Â

Home to three Fortune 500 companies and an R1 university, Northwest Arkansas is well-positioned to be a significant player in the innovation economy, emerging as a hotspot for startups. NWA is the 2nd best Metro Area for Minority Entrepreneurs, creating a hub of economic and creative growth in the middle of the American Heartland.

Located in Fayetteville, Startup Junkie exists to empower innovators and entrepreneurs by educating, inspiring, and supporting entrepreneurs and innovators with accessible, no-cost consulting, workshops, programs, and more. With robust, professional, and curated programs that help get startups up and running, Startup Junkie offers a wide range of opportunities for entrepreneurs.

Endeavor NWA was launched in March 2019 as the sixth U.S. affiliate of Endeavor. Established in 1997, Endeavor selects, mentors, and supports high-growth entrepreneurs in 37 countries and 8 U.S. markets—driving job creation, wealth creation, and inspiration into underserved, growth markets globally.

Arkansas Small Business and Tech Development Centers provide resources for those starting a business, growing a business, or developing a startup. ASBTDC centers assist all types of for-profit businesses, from home-based to high-tech, offering one-on-one consultations and cutting-edge market research at no charge.

The idea for Ledger was first formed as a way to meet the community’s growing demand for flexible, modern workplaces. It soon became clear Downtown Bentonville needed space not just for companies but for the community as well. Find out how the Ledger is making it happen.Â

Located in Fayetteville, CenterSpace is a co-working space from Startup Junkie offering desks, conference rooms, and tech resources at no cost.

Likewise is a collaborative workspace located in Fayetteville, designed to engage the community in both work & play. With flexible spaces, plentiful resources, and conscious design, Likewise is a comforting space for community members to recharge and work together.

CoFounder is a coworking community located on the ground floor of the Founders Plaza in the Pinnacle Hills District of Rogers, Arkansas, providing innovative, affordable office solutions for remote workers, entrepreneurs, small businesses, freelancers, corporate professionals, and everyone in-between.

Located in Bentonville, CAST offers savvy, serene workspaces with options for start-ups, creatives, entrepreneurs, and established businesses. Designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and productivity, CAST caters to the diverse needs of the community in NWA.
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