From a technology standpoint, there are good things going on all over the state. Arkansas is one of the largest biomass producers in the country.

The future in (agricultural) bio-tech is extremely promising for the south and east part of Arkansas. Paper mills (that are failing economically) have new markets for making ethanol from wood products.

We really need strength to broaden out to our other research institutions, and it's happening.

If connectedness is the chief difference between rural and urban areas, then broadband technology and other communication technology goals rise to the top of the list.

In the technology area, we are still pioneering leading technology. We wanted a rich field of potential employees to choose among.

General Reimer is recognized as the force that brought modernization to the Army though the application of information technology. We are truly honored to have General Reimer join our Board of Directors. With an extensive and honorary career in the military, General Reimer will provide great insight towards two of our key focus areas, Defense Transformation and Homeland Defense.