Packhorse to Workhorse



You and Your Gazelle

Today's economy is in a state of flux with little certainty. One thing is for sure: that tomorrow's economic growth will be driven by new businesses. In fact, small businesses are particularly important to our economy because they will continue to add many new employees in the next year, while a number of major corporations are laying off their employees.

So what if one has a great idea and is looking to get into a larger marketplace with his/her company? The Arkansas Venture Forum's Venture Conference is for you! Don't wait -- entrepreneurs should make plans today to attend the 2008 Venture Conference on Wednesday, November 19, 2008, at the Peabody Hotel.

The Packhorse to Workhorse: You and Your Gazelle workshop is one of three panels that will help entrepreneurs identify and select the resources they will need to be successful. The workshop will include representatives from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, Arkansas Science and Technology Authority, Innovate Arkansas, and the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center, all of whom will discuss what their organizations offer to entrepreneurs and companies. Additionally, conference attendees will have the opportunity to network with other entrepreneurs, angel investors, and other service providers.

Josh Quittner, Consumer Technology Editor-at-Large for TIME Magazine, is the featured luncheon speaker. He will discuss trends he is seeing in the marketplace, as well as his view of where Arkansas is headed in its efforts to become an emerging 21st century growth economy.

Register today for the AVF Venture Conference on Wednesday, November 19, 2008. On-line registration is easy, just go to www.arkansasventureforum.com