The Venture Center and the Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce are seeking startups ready to ignite economic development in Central Arkansas.
The organizations are accepting applications for Spark, a pre-accelerator program that will deliver mentorship, publicity and subject-matter expertise to small businesses over a virtual platform.
Information on program qualifications and applications are available at www.venturecenter.co/spark
The 2020 Spark program will accept up to 10 startups to participate in the 10-week virtual boot camp. Participants will gain critical business skills in areas including business pitches, media, legal and funding.
"We co-created this program to give small businesses a targeted opportunity to receive real-time assessments, mentoring and strategies to boost their traction and growth," said Jay Chesshir, president and chief executive officer of the Little Rock Regional Chamber.