Events

Arkansas is growing, and that growth brings tremendous opportunity for our state.

We’re seeing continued investment in manufacturing, technology, artificial intelligence, data centers and other industries that are creating jobs and strengthening our economy. But continued growth also brings increased demand for energy, and we need to be prepared to meet it.

That’s why the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce is hosting Powering Arkansas’s Future.

This one-day event will bring together leaders from across the business, energy and economic development communities to have an important conversation about Arkansas’s energy future. We’ll look at where we are today, where demand is headed and what it will take to ensure our state has the reliable, affordable energy needed to support both existing employers and future investment.

Arkansas is in a strong position to compete for new jobs and investment, but we have to plan for the growth we want to see. That means having the infrastructure, resources and long-term strategy in place to meet the needs of a growing economy.

Arkansas’s future is bright. The question is: Do we have the energy to power it?

Join us on October 20 and be part of the conversation.

Event Details:
Date: October 20, 2026

Cost: $125

Location: North Little Rock Event Center
120 N Main St.
North Little Rock, AR 72114

Our affiliated organization, Arkansas Institute for Performance Excellence, is hosting its annual Governor’s Quality Award ceremony this fall. Join us to celebrate the Arkansas organizations that are improving their competitiveness and resilience through the Governor’s Quality Award assessment. These organizations are to be commended for their commitment to their journey toward performance excellence.

Contact:
Trish Villines
501-804-7409
tvillines@arkansasstatechamber.com

For nearly a century, the State Chamber/AIA Annual Meeting has brought Arkansas’s business community together to recognize our progress and look ahead to what’s next.

On November 17, 2026, we’ll once again bring together business and industry leaders from across Arkansas for the State Chamber/AIA 98th Annual Meeting in Little Rock. It’s an opportunity to connect, reflect on the progress we’ve made and look ahead to the issues and opportunities that will shape Arkansas’s economic future.

We hope you’ll make plans to join us. Save the date — more details and registration information are coming soon.

For sponsorship opportunities, contact Bill Watson at bwatson@arkansasstatechamber.com.

Event Details:
State Chamber/AIA 98th Annual Meeting
November 17, 2026
Statehouse Convention Center – Wally Allen Ballroom
101 W. Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72201