Economic OpportUNITY Summit

The City of Little Rock hosted the 2023 Economic OpportUNITY Summit & Expo at the Willie Hinton Neighborhood Resource Center and Substation in Little Rock’s 12th St. corridor August 15th & 16th, 2023. This event provided a powerful platform for meaningful dialogue aimed at fostering collaboration and mutual growth between policymakers, business leaders, and the diverse talents in Little Rock.

The Summit featured interactive panels consisting of industry leaders, representatives from financial institutions, and local businesses. The discussions revolved around the importance of diversifying supply chains, strategies for economic inclusivity, and ways to foster sustainable and inclusive economic growth.

Trends & Insights

Check out the 2023 Economic OpportUNITY Summit panel discussions below. 

Small Diverse Businesses that have Successfully Scaled

Supplier Diversity Practices with BNSF Railway

Successful Joint Venture Highlight: A Conversation with Dexter Doyle and Jake Nabholz

Community Development Resources to Support Small Business & Economic Development

ALICE & Inclusive Economic Development

CDFIs & Access to Capital for Small Businesses

Creating an Equitable Economy