Research Center to Host Quarterly Business Analysis

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Center for Business and Economic Research in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas is partnering with the Northwest Arkansas Chambers of Commerce to host the Quarterly Business Analysis breakfast on Friday, Oct. 15. The breakfast event will be held at 6:45 a.m. at the Fayetteville Clarion at 1255 S. Shiloh Dr.

Kathy Deck, director of the Center for Business and Economic Research, will present a program that provides statistical highlights from the third quarter of 2010, key economic trends, and short- and long-term issues facing the regional and state economy.

"Northwest Arkansas continues to outperform most of the rest of the country and the state in terms of economic activity. Crucial policy decisions are happening in regional governments and businesses that will have a long-lasting impact. Having good information at hand is more important than ever to achieving long-lasting economic success,” said Deck.

The primary purpose of the Quarterly Business Analysis program is to build networks of leaders from business, academic and governmental sectors in the region. The goal is solid and sustainable economic development in Arkansas.

"The Quarterly Business Analysis program is designed to help our community leaders make better informed decisions," said Deck.

The program will last for approximately 75 minutes including time for question and answer. The cost for the Quarterly Business Analysis program and breakfast is $35. Preregistration by Wednesday, Oct. 13, is required. Reservations can be made online for the breakfast at http://cber.uark.edu/ or by calling 479-575-4151.