Provalus Announces Expansion to Walnut Ridge, AR, Creating Up To 200 New Jobs in Lawrence County

September 3, 2024

Today the Arkansas Economic Development Commission announced the expansion of Provalus into Walnut Ridge, AR. Our first site in Arkansas, Provalus expects to create up to 200 new jobs in Lawrence County over the next five years.

"Expanding into Arkansas is a milestone moment for Provalus as we continue our mission to bring transformative opportunities to rural America,” said Mike Keogh, President of Provalus. “This new site will allow us to tap into the incredible talent that Arkansas has to offer, creating jobs that will drive both local and regional economic growth. We are committed to investing in the community and are excited to see how our presence here will foster innovation and development. Walnut Ridge is a perfect fit for Provalus, and we look forward to working with local leaders and residents while making a lasting, positive impact."

Read the official release from the State of Arkansas here.

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