We are delighted to announce the upcoming 2023 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Global Trade, which recognizes exporting excellence among manufacturers and serves to inspire the exporting community. The awards will be presented during a gala dinner banquet on Friday, October 6, 2023, starting at 5:30PM at the DoubleTree Hotel, 424 W. Markham, in Little Rock. Many…
Sponsor the Governor’s Award
As a respected member of the Arkansas exporting community, ARDEC invites you to partner with us by sponsoring this gala dinner banquet. Recognition by the state and your community as well as other exporters is a key benefit of sponsorship. Other benefits include logo branding during the event, recognition on the ARDEC website, and tickets to the event,…
Current Webinars
Our online events can help you learn about exporting through virtual training and networking with trade experts. This training is made possible by a grant from Arkansas Manufacturing Solutions, a division of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. Our YouTube Channel provides recordings of all our previous webinars. Be sure to subscribe so that you are…
Current USCS Opportunities
Stay updated with the latest trends, trade policies, events, and market insights worldwide by signing up for industry-specific newsletters from USCS. Check out these trade missions and apply by the deadline. Learn more about the benefits of trade missions. You’ll get valuable support and connections in foreign markets. BCIU Agribusiness Mission to the Philippines September 28…
Newsletters & Articles
Each month, we publish a newsletter highlighting a few of our Members and their companies, along with links to that month’s events and a timely trade article. These newsletters and articles are archived here. If you would like to receive the newsletter in your inbox every month, sign up here. August 2023 Newsletter July 2023…
Need expert advice on international trade?
Just ask us! The Arkansas District Export Council offers free help to the business community. PRIVACY POLICY The Arkansas DEC is a private, non-profit organization that brings together experienced international business people with potential exporters to provide guidance and assistance in international markets. The DEC also works closely with the U.S. Commercial Service in Little…