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For more information:Lou Ann Nisbett President and CEO 510 Main Street P.O. Box 5069 Pine Bluff, AR 71611 p: (870) 535-0110 f: (870) 535-1643 nisbett@pinebluffchamber.com |
About The Alliance Services The Alliance provides a wide range of services, some of which are outlined below. The list provided here is not exhaustive but is intended to suggest a range of services available. Requests for additional services are welcomed and will be met within the limits of legal, human and fiscal limitations. INFORMATION: It has been said that information is power. The Alliance strives to be a one-stop information center for all clients. The staff regularly conducts research in order to maintain current, factual information, which will be of value to all clients. Special research projects may be undertaken to respond to client requests for additional data. Among the resources immediately available are: Staff Consultation. The professional staff of The Alliance is available to meet with clients upon request. The staff is well versed in identifying information resources required by most clients and may be able to provide guidance necessary to obtain the specific data required. Economic Development Library. A collection of books, reference works, periodicals and data files is maintained at the Pine Bluff Briefing Center. In addition, two computers with direct Internet access and business resource information are available. Clients are welcome to utilize these resources for independent research. Publications. The Alliance publishes the following for client use: Analysis of Available Labor. The Alliance routinely publishes results of labor surveys or an analysis of characteristics of applicants for pre-employment training programs. Such publications can only present a "snapshot" of a portion of the available labor force at a specific point in time; nevertheless, generalizations can be drawn concerning typical labor-market characteristics. Upon request, special analyses of current labor availability may be possible. Directory of Manufacturers. Updated throughout the year, this directory provides listings of manufacturing concerns in the Pine Bluff area both alphabetically and by North American Industry Classification System numbers indicating the type of goods a firm manufactures or processes. Pine Bluff Resources. A comprehensive presentation of factual information relating to the community, financial, human and physical resources of Pine Bluff, this publication addresses questions most often posed by clients and is subject to continual revision. Wage and Fringe Benefit Survey. This survey of Pine Bluff manufacturers provides a comprehensive overview of prevailing wage rates in the area and fringe benefits provided. Data are carefully compiled to avoid disclosure of proprietary information and to protect the confidentiality of each company's response to the survey. FACILITIES: Many clients are seeking facilities in the Pine Bluff area for initial location or for expansion. The Alliance staff is prepared to assist in the selection process in order to assure that client needs are met. Buildings. A registry is maintained of existing buildings within the service area that are available for lease or for sale. Additional research will be conducted if necessary. Appointments may be arranged through The Alliance for personal inspection of the properties without revealing company or personal identity. Sites. The Alliance represents two of Arkansas' premier industrial neighborhoods: The Harbor Industrial District and Jefferson Industrial Park. In addition, files are maintained on other commercial/industrial properties available throughout the area. The Alliance may secure an assignable option for a selected site in order to protect the confidentiality of the client company's interest until all arrangements have been completed. FINANCE: The Alliance does not have capital resources available to handle business and industrial finance. However, the staff maintains a liaison network with potential grant-making entities, investors, commercial lenders, investment bankers, revenue bond counselors and underwriters, venture capitalists, and other sources of industrial finance. Staff is available to meet in confidence with clients. PINE BLUFF BRIEFING CENTER: A briefing center has been developed at The Alliance offices, including a conference area with seating for up to 70 and state-of-the-art, audio-visual equipment. Smaller meeting facilities and guest offices have also been developed. With advanced scheduling, these facilities may be utilized for general or confidential client meetings. BUSINESS FORUMS: The staff monitors changes in regulatory requirements and proposed legislative actions that may affect clients. The Alliance also sponsors forums to bring pertinent, factual information to area employers. LEADERSHIP LIAISON: Community and economic development are vitally important to all citizens of Pine Bluff and their leaders. The creation of employment opportunity is the top priority for our region and state. The Alliance provides an interface between clients and top leadership at local and state levels. Excellent relationships are maintained with public agencies at all levels and with the Arkansas congressional and legislative delegations. When appropriate, appointments or introductions can be made to assist in meeting client needs. MEDIA RELATIONS: The Alliance enjoys an excellent relationship with the print and electronic news media of the area. The staff is available to assist clients in media relations. OMBUDSMANSHIP: As a tax-exempt non-profit corporation, The Alliance is also non-partisan and does not engage in political activity of any sort. However, in the interest of assisting its clients, The Alliance may undertake educational efforts in order to make legislators and/or governmental personnel at all levels aware of factual information. When appropriate, members of The Alliance staff may intercede with governmental agencies on behalf of client companies. PERSONNEL RECRUITING/RETENTION: Marketing materials produced by The Alliance for the attraction of new business and industry to the community are often useful to employers for personnel recruiting. Members of the staff or Community Marketing Committee can assist in community orientation efforts for prospective employees. TAX INCENTIVES: State tax incentive information is maintained in Alliance files. The staff is available to meet with clients to review incentives and to assist in obtaining maximum benefits afforded by law. TRAINING: As technology advances and the industrial workplace becomes more complex, there is a growing requirement for both training and re-training of the labor force. The Alliance identifies resources and monitors programs that are available in both the public and private sectors. The staff is available to discuss the alternative ways and means of meeting the demand for industrial training. TRANSPORTATION: Transportation is the vital link between manufacturing or distribution facilities and their suppliers and customers. The cost and efficiency of transportation has a direct impact on operating profits. To assist its clients, The Alliance can arrange access to highly skilled professional transportation consultants who are fully familiar with local capabilities. |
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