Marty Casteel

Operates as a bank holding company whose subsidiaries provide state-chartered banking services

Functions as a College/University

Operates as a not-for-profit organization that provides health care services

The Economic Development Alliance of Jefferson County is a not-for-profit organization formed in 1994 through the merger of the Pine Bluff Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Industrial Foundation. The organization is dedicated to promoting sustained economic growth and establishing Pine Bluff and White Hall as business communities. The non-profit company is based in Pine Bluff, AR. The alliance focuses on attracting and retaining industrial investment to create jobs, stimulate the local economy, and improve quality of life. It offers strategic advantages such as multimodal connectivity with major rail service, highway access, a public port facility with a foreign trade zone, and a regional airport. The county features affordable property and housing, a diverse industrial base in agriculture, manufacturing, and scientific research, and proximity to major markets. Key industrial sites include Jefferson Industrial Park and the Harbor Industrial District, supporting heavy industry with utilities and rail access. The alliance provides resources for businesses, including site selection assistance, workforce training, infrastructure information, and guidance on incentives. It highlights major employers such as Central Moloney, Tyson Foods, Saracen Casino Resort, and Jefferson Regional Medical Center. The organization supports regional partnerships, workforce development, and community leadership programs to foster civic engagement and professional growth. Recent economic development includes investments in energy, wood pellet production, and gaming, contributing to job creation and regional stability. The alliance collaborates with the Pine Bluff-Port Authority to manage industrial districts and ensure water transportation access. Allison J. H. Thompson has been the CEO of the company since 2019.

Operates as an organization that invests in strategic research talent recruitment and retention

Operates as a state chartered bank

SB-IM’s advisors work with their clients to get a clear understanding of their current portfolio of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, in relation to their long-term financial goals to develop a strategy customized for them. The firm develops a focused and diversified investment approach that aims to mitigate risk and maintain sustained growth to help clients fulfill the future they envision.

The Mortgage Bankers Association of Arkansas is a professional organization that supports the mortgage industry through leadership, education, advocacy, and ethical business practices. The private company is based in Memphis. It serves as a collective voice for mortgage professionals, promotes sound lending and homeownership access, and offers professional development opportunities such as certified mortgage banker and accredited mortgage professional designations. The association engages in advocacy to influence housing and mortgage-related legislation, fosters diversity and inclusion through scholarship programs, and supports families with critically ill or injured children by providing mortgage and rental assistance.