One on One
Consultations
Our One-on-one Consultations are typically 30 minutes long and can be done in-person at the Arnold Innovation Center or on the phone. They are casual and friendly, but often have transformative impact as our team helps you navigate resources and overcome barriers in your business.
Step one
Make sure you’ve filled out the Onboarding form
Step two
That’s it! You’re all set to schedule your one-on-one
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Jeff Standridge, Managing Director
Jeff is your choice for consulting on general business, specializing in financials, venture capital, growth strategies, leadership, and M&A
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Grace Rains, Executive Director
Grace provides general consulting from getting a business started to growing an existing business, specializing in growth strategies, access to capital, marketing, business development, and team development
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Mallory Watson, Marketing Manager
Mallory, specializing in marketing, outreach, graphic design, and event planning, can help small business owners amplify their brand’s success and creativity
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Ericka Gutierrez, Director of Operations
Ericka offers services in both English and Spanish — with a focus on general business consulting, Kiva loans, and startup guidance
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Drew | runs multiple businesses
Drew, a lifelong entrepreneur, serves as a great resource for assistance with business strategy, process improvement, marketing, and leadership
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Jimmy | networking guru
Jimmy is a pro at helping business owners network, finding business resources, identifying branding, and also serves as a general business consultant
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Beau | legal expert
Beau is your legal guru, with his consultations consisting of general advisement on estate planning, probate, civil litigation, corporate/transactional law, and general property practice
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Lori | amazing at everything
Lori calls herself a “professional networker” in the Conway area, as she has connected through her experience in multiple career fields. She can assist entrepreneurs with marketing, sales, financing, networking, and mentorship
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Jakob | marketing genius
Jakob’s 20-year marketing career suits him well to assist individuals with marketing strategy, ideal customer profile development, unique value proposition development, and offer creation
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Ron | builds businesses
Ron is the entrepreneurial maestro, orchestrating success through executive coaching, Lean Canvas Development, startup guidance, and global know-how
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Michelle | all about finances
Michelle, your financial compass, expertly navigating taxes, financing, entity selection, and Quickbooks, with over two decades of CPA experience
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Tim | government contracting
Navigate Government Contracting with Tim, an expert in Small Business Certification and SAM registration, showcasing a remarkable career in the USAF with key Arkansas positions
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Kenny | leadership, sales & finance
Kenny can help elevate your leadership skills and financial well-being, offering expert guidance in Leadership Development, Financial Planning, Sales, and Personal Finance, cultivated through a rich career experience
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Melanie | loans and business banking
Melanie, your financial guide, specializing in SBA & Commercial Loans, Business Banking, and Management, with 6 years of industry expertise and a strong commitment to community involvement