Contact
Office:
University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture
Cooperative Extension Service
2301 S. University Avenue
Little Rock, AR 72204
Phone: 501-671-2390
Email: apex@uada.edu
Satellite Offices:
North West Arkansas Community College (NWACC)
One College Drive
Bentonville, AR 72712
Phone: 501-671-2305
Phone: 501-671-2390


APEX Accelerator News & Success Stories
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July Arkansas APEX Accelerator Newsletter
- Success Story: Empowerark Career and Education Center, LLC
- Tip of the Month
- News You Can Use
- Recommended Readings
- Upcoming APEX Accelerator Events & Office Hours
- FREE Govology Webinar Offerings
- Resources: Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and
Foreign Ownership, Control, and Influence (FOCI)
Arkansas APEXAccelerator SUCCESS STORY-Empowerak
When Kamesha Lindsey, owner of Empowerark Career and Education Center, LLC required a comprehensive introduction to local, state and federal contracting, she became an Arkansas APEX Accelerator client in January 2025. In May, Lindsey signed a contract with Arkansas Rehabilitative Services, under the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services.
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Partnering with Industry
Watch the video below to learn about opportunities to participate as a DLA supplier. For more information, visit www.dla.mil/SmallBusiness/
Venture Publication
Check out the 2023 Venture. This publication provides tips for current and prospective small business owners. It includes the stories of entrepreneurs like Jonesboro's Brittany Scott (who appears on the cover) and advice on starting and scaling a small business. The Venture publication is produced by Arkansas Business Publishing Group. Ask your Arkansas APEX Accelerator Procurement Counselor for a free printed copy next time you meet them in person.