Arkansas Money & Politics Black Owned Business Spotlights

By AMP Staff

The Natural State is full of extraordinary businesses, and with Black History Month upon us, there is no better time to shine a spotlight on the amazing Black-owned businesses that help make our state great.

In 2021, the United States Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy released its Small Business Profile. This report totaled 23,141 Black-owned businesses in the state, with 641 operating with employees and 22,500 of these businesses operating without.

In the following section, Arkansas Money & Politics will be sharing several features on Black businesses throughout the state. From culinary delights to fashion and education, Arkansas is home to many businesses that cater to every possible client and customer need. This year, the following businesses will be highlighted: The Design Group, BlackOwned NWA & Black Paper Party, Southern Pasta Twist, Certified Pies, Gilmer’s Learning Solutions, Korto Momolu, Delta Dirt Distillery and B. Watts Photography.