Business Outlook:
Genesis Economic Development Group of Northwest Arkansas would like to provide you with some of our recent Economic Development projects in this area (2014-15). Project History:
Three years ago, Genesis started doing building rehabs on historic Emma Ave. in downtown Springdale, AR (with a 3,000 sq. Pharmacy and now the 15,000 sq. ft., Famous Hardware Building, aka “The Art Exchange” member of National Trade USA barter network. Today you can witness these viable changes as portrayed by the media in Springdale, AR. Most Recent Developments in the Historic Downtown District of Springdale, AR
1) In July, 2014, the Walton Family invests to rehab a city block (Ryan's property).
2) The Tyson Co. owns property downtown with plans to expand more office space here.
3) The historic Apollo Theater was sold in August of 2014 and is scheduled for rehab.
4) Recently, the Art Center of the Ozarks developed a Green Plan for a “public space”.
5) The Walking Trail which adjoins both Rogers & Fayetteville has a “new hub” in Springdale!
6) The City of Springdale has committed major funding for their Master Development Plan.
7) A multi-million dollar city park renovation is under construction at the Walking Trail Hub.
8) The Art Exchange (barter-business) now offers turn-key retail boutique spaces, which include the Artist’s Café, women’s clothing, a wellness center, a major Fine Art Gallery, special event space, and more…
