Resources

The State Chamber/AIA’s 2025 Legislative Agenda outlines key priorities to drive Arkansas’s economic growth and competitiveness. It focuses on developing a skilled workforce, fostering a competitive tax environment, securing long-term infrastructure funding, and positioning the state as a leader in business attraction and retention. Crafted with input from issue-based committees and approved by our boards of directors, this agenda serves as a roadmap for legislative advocacy and scoring, guiding efforts to build a stronger future for Arkansas.

The Arkansas Competitiveness Redbook 2024, published by the State Chamber/AIA in partnership with the Washington Alliance for a Competitive Economy, provides valuable insights into the health of Arkansas’ business environment compared to that of other states. By consolidating critical economic indicators from across the United States, the Redbook helps us understand how Arkansas ranks nationally in key factors contributing to population and productivity—two essential determinants of economic success.

Discover the strategic vision for Arkansas’s economic future with Advantage Arkansas 2030. This comprehensive eight-year plan, developed by the State Chamber/AIA, outlines key initiatives and recommendations to enhance the state’s long-term competitiveness by 2030. The plan focuses on creating more jobs, attracting investment, and providing greater opportunities for all Arkansans.

The State Chamber/AIA’s 2023 Annual Report provides an overview of our key achievements, milestones, events, initiatives, and performance over the past year. Learn about the progress we made in advocating for pro-business policies, supporting economic development, and enhancing the competitiveness of Arkansas’ business environment.

Discover how you can elevate your brand and support our key initiatives through our 2025 Sponsorship Guide. This document outlines various sponsorship opportunities available with the State Chamber/AIA, helping you connect with influential business leaders across the state. Explore the benefits and find a sponsorship level that aligns with your goals.

The State Chamber/AIA has once again partnered with Arkansas Business Publishing Group to publish the State Chamber/AIA Mid-Year Report.

Check out this supplement to Arkansas Business to learn more about the recently graduated Leadership Arkansas Class XVIII, a summary of recent legislative activity, and an update from the State Chamber/AIA’s affiliated organizations.