In partnership with Arkansas Small Business Administration, the accelerator program will provide entrepreneurial tools, mentorship and resources to five Northwest Arkansas, five Central Arkansas veterans
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Mar. 4, 2025) – Ten Arkansas-based small businesses, owned and operated by U.S. military veterans, are participating in the second annual cohort for the Veteran-Owned Small Business Accelerator (VOSB).
This statewide initiative accelerates the growth of Arkansas businesses founded by U.S. military veterans and veteran spouses, providing them with tailored resources for business growth and success. With support from the Walton Family Foundation and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, the program will support five Northwest Arkansas companies and five Central Arkansas companies.
Daniel Schutte, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at The Venture Center shared, “We’re excited to announce this group of veteran-owned businesses as part of our second accelerator cohort. With half of the companies based in Northwest Arkansas, this program highlights the accelerator’s commitment to a Statewide role in fostering veteran entrepreneurship. These veteran entrepreneurs exemplify the determination, ingenuity, and leadership that define those who have served our country.”
The following companies are among the 2025 VOSB cohort:
Compassionately Connected for Veterans, Inc. – Empowering veterans and their families through compassionate support to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
Reczealient – Recreation-based solutions for military resiliency and recruiting.
In-Touch Fragrances – Customized perfumes, colognes, and skin care products to unleash your senses based in Jacksonville, AR.
ESA Lawncare & Landscaping, LLC – Transforming outdoor spaces with expert care.
Seaton Heat N’ Air – Full Service HVAC company based in Sherwood offering prompt services to get your family back to comfort.
Northwest Arkansas Sheet Metal – A commercial contractor, fabricating and installing HVAC ductwork systems, and industrial welding based in Northwest Arkansas.
NICE – A team of creatives collaborating to provide high quality, affordable photography and videography services.
Alpha Echo – Enabling fast and smart decisions on real estate assets in all timelines; crisis response, property acquisition/improvement and multi-year management.
Weekender Management – Full-service short-term rental investment and management company, maximizing returns for property owners while syndicating and managing high-performing rental investments to generate passive income for investors.
URBYNYTE – Transforms bike racks into secure, data-rich mobility hubs—providing convenient parking for riders while revealing critical insights on active transportation to help cities reduce emissions and optimize infrastructure.
“The SBA Arkansas District Office remains dedicated to empowering our nation’s veterans on their entrepreneurial journeys,” said Jerry Talbert, Deputy District Director of the SBA Arkansas District Office. “This accelerator reflects our commitment to equipping veteran-owned businesses with the tools, mentorship, and support they need to achieve long-term success.”
For more information about the Veteran-Owned Small Business Accelerator, please visit the program’s page on venturecenter.co.
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