I’m going to share with you a few under-the-radar nuggets of Arkansas business that make me smile. Just 12 months ago, I called the Arkansas entrepreneurship scene desolate and depressing… what a difference a year makes!

The dedication ceremony is scheduled for 1 p.m., and special guests will include Chancellor David Gearhart and AEDC Director Maria Haley. IA’s own Techpreneur himself, Jeff Amerine, will be there as well.

Another University of Arkansas startup, another prestigious business-plan competition win, another NASDAQ bell ringing. More international prestige for Arkansas entrepreneurs.