Connecting Investors with Promising Tech Startups
Meet Arkansas startups with high growth potential and help drive technological growth in Arkansas with ARise.
Connecting Startups to Capital
ARise is an AEDC program that transforms Arkansas’s most innovative ideas into thriving, high-tech businesses. Our mission is to empower tech and tech-enabled ventures across the state, providing them with the necessary tools, resources, and guidance to scale and create high-wage employment opportunities.
At ARise, we connect investors like you with startups that need funding to bring their visionary ideas to life. We aim to generate world-class technological innovation throughout Arkansas by cultivating statewide collaboration and educating investors.
Find the Right Venture
ARise offers a program that connects innovative startups with the right investors seeking high-potential ventures. We bring together foudners and investors to collaborate, improving access to funding and ultimately driving the growth of Arkansas’s tech ecosystem. By partnering with ARise, you gain access to a selection of startups looking to raise capital, backed by our comprehensive support and mentorship programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
ARise focuses on tech and tech-enabled startups with high growth potential. We work with a diverse range of companies, ensuring a broad spectrum of investment opportunities.
Yes, ARise facilitates networking events and pitch sessions where you can meet and interact with startup founders, learn about their vision, and ask questions.
We offer comprehensive support, including mentorship, access to accelerators, business plan development, and connections to industry experts. This helps startups build a solid foundation for growth and success.
An angel investor provides their own money for a startup in its early stages in exchange for ownership equity in the company. You invest in an idea you love and receive benefits when the company succeeds.
Angel Investing Groups in Arkansas
Ark Angel Alliance (Statewide)
412 Angels (Northwest Arkansas)
Cadron Capital Partners (Regional)
Connect with the Future of Arkansas Innovation
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