Arkansas Inc. Podcast

Arkansas Inc. Podcast

Welcome to the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, where we discuss the latest topics and trends in economic development with subject matter experts and influencers from across the nation and around the world. Presented by the Arkansas Economic Development Commission

Episodes

December 19, 2025 34 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, members of the AEDC Business Development team discuss economic development trends, notable Arkansas projects and wins, and other highlights from 2025.

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In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Origami Sake President and CEO Matt Bell discusses the origins of his company, why he chooses to do business in Arkansas, and what the future looks like for Origami Sake.

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October 13, 2025 49 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Secretary of Commerce Hugh McDonald, Patrick Howarth of ExxonMobil, and Jesse Edmondson of Standard Lithium discuss the lithium industry in Arkansas and the opportunities it presents for the state.

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September 15, 2025 29 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Central States Building Works President Jennifer Davis discusses the company's new facility in Springdale, doing business in Arkansas, and more.

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In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Amazon Senior Economic Development Manager Jessica Breaux discusses the new LIT3 logistics facility in Little Rock, highlights Amazon's overall investments in Arkansas, and discusses the impact the company has on the local workforce.

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July 1, 2025 35 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, film producer Nick Moceri discusses the making of the movie Sovereign, producing a film in Arkansas, and more.

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In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Secretary of Commerce Hugh McDonald and AEDC Executive Director Clint O'Neal discuss the 2025 Arkansas legislative session, the IMPACT legislative package, and the effect this will have on economic development in the Natural State.

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In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Elopak CEO Thomas Körmendi and Elopak Americas President Lionel Ettedgui discuss why they chose Little Rock for the company's new facility location and more.

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In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, AEDC highlights Economic Development Week in the Natural State, speaking with Matt Twyford, Shelby Fiegel, and Andrea Allen.

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In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, two AI company executives - Adfury.ai cofounder Eric Howerton and BOND.AI CEO Uday Akkaraju - discuss the growing AI sector, the technology industry in Arkansas, and why they do business in the Natural State.

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March 20, 2025 18 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Walmart Executive Vice President for Corporate Affairs and Corporate Real Estate Dan Bartlett discusses Walmart's mission, its New Home Office in Bentonville, and doing business in Arkansas.

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February 11, 2025 28 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, we look back at some of the highlights from 2024 episodes.

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December 19, 2024 42 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, members of the AEDC Business Development team discuss economic development trends, notable Arkansas projects and wins, and other highlights from 2024.

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December 5, 2024 38 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, three Arkansas economic developers discuss foreign direct investment and a recent trip to India and South Korea to promote the Natural State.

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October 22, 2024 37 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Esperanza Massana Crane talks with Grace Rains, Kristopher Adams and Danielle Chaney about resources and programs available to entrepreneurs in Arkansas. They discuss programs like ARise, 75Strong, and the Arkansas Business Resource Map.

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September 10, 2024 51 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, U.S. Congressman French Hill discusses his advocacy for Arkansas in Washington D.C., Arkansas' unique advantages, and why Arkansas is a global fintech leader.

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August 20, 2024 47 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Gearhead Outfitters owner Ted Herget discusses entrepreneurship, outdoor recreation, and doing business in Arkansas.

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In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, AEDC Executive Director Clint O'Neal interviews three Arkansas economic developers (Ellie Baker, Stephen Houserman, and Wilson Marseilles) for Economic Development Week.

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In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Big River Steel SVP and COO Dan Brown discusses the steel industry in northeast Arkansas, U.S. Steel's investment in the Natural State, and infrastructure.

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April 2, 2024 25 mins

In this episode of the Arkansas Inc. Podcast, Hugh McDonald, Clint O'Neal, and Olivia Womack discuss the highlights of the recent Arkansas trade mission to Japan and South Korea.

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