Spark! is a small business pre-accelerator by The Venture Center, Little Rock Regional Chamber, Arvest Bank and ASBTDC that puts the right people, opportunities, and access in place for local entrepreneurs in Arkansas to grow their venture to the next level.  

Spark! empowers entrepreneurs through mentorship, group sessions, expert-led workshops, pitch refinement, and an opportunity to win thousands of dollars in a pitch contest. Click here for more information and to register.

Program Details:

• 10 Weeks

• September 29 – December 8

• Weekly group meeting every Wednesday 11:30 – 1:00

• Hybrid in-person/virtual model

• Focus on sales and marketing growth.

Interested? Spark! Participants must fulfill the following criteria:

• Be a full-time founder

• Company in business 1-5 years

• Verifiable revenue of between $25,000-$100,000

• Applications due September 21, 2021

• Central Arkansas businesses preferred