Economic Development Resources
People. Data. Resouces. We are here to help.
The Chamber’s Member Business Concierge Services connect existing and prospective businesses with the people, data, and resources they need to grow. Whether you’re launching a new venture, expanding operations, or exploring Fayetteville for the first time, these tools and partnerships provide the insight and support to help you make confident, strategic decisions.
Member Business Concierge Services
The Chamber provides technical economic development assistance and access to high-level data, analytics, and professional connections.
Our services include:
Economic and Employment Data & Analysis
Demographic and Consumer Data & Analysis
Economic Impact Analysis
Business Location Support
Business
Visitation Programming
Business & Industry Retention Programming
Workforce Development & Talent Pipeline Support
Custom Analysis. Personal Introductions.
Need custom analysis or introductions to local, regional, or state partners?
Our Economic Development team—led by Mark Goodman, CEcD, Director of Economic Development—provides direct, one-on-one support to help your business grow and succeed.
Data & Resource Library
Access trusted data and research tools to help guide business decisions and understand Fayetteville’s economic landscape. These sources are continually updated to provide the most current insights available.
Explore real-time county, regional, and state-level data through the Arkansas State Chamber.
Arkanstats
Explore real-time county, regional, and state-level data through ArkanStats, the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce’s data portal focused on “Data Driving Arkansas.” It provides clear, accessible economic, workforce, and demographic insights to support informed business and policy decisions across the state.
AR Small Business and Technology Development Center
The ASBTDC affiliated with the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, is located in downtown Fayetteville in the Hathcock Building.
Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District
We serve as an important link between the private and public sectors. Together we work to advance economic and development in NWA.
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
We work with businesses and communities to create opportunities, making Arkansas the natural choice for success.
Northwest Arkansas Council
Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest-growing economies in the country, with three Fortune 500 companies that call it home, plus numerous businesses and startups eager to build their teams and infrastructures.
Arkansas World Trade Center
Arkansas offers the world exceptional opportunities and the World Trade Center Arkansas is dedicated to growing trade for the state by delivering services, global connections and export development programs to Arkansas businesses.
US Census: Fayetteville
The data.census.gov profile for Fayetteville, Arkansas is the official U.S. Census Bureau page that compiles key demographic, economic, and housing statistics for the city, such as population estimates, age, income and household data. It provides customizable census data and estimates that help users explore Fayetteville’s community characteristics and trends.
Fayetteville Department of Economic Development
The Economic Development Department is here to help foster equitable economic growth throughout Fayetteville. They offer a range of services.
Additional NWA Council Resources
Finding NWA – Showcasing the people, places, and culture that make Northwest Arkansas an incredible place to live and work.
Invest NWA – A platform connecting investors and entrepreneurs to high-growth regional opportunities.
Startup NWA – A hub for founders, startups, and innovators driving the region’s entrepreneurial growth.
Careers NWA – Student, employment, employer, and educator resources supporting the regional workforce.
