The University of Arkansas at Little Rock named Aaron Huntley as executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Institute (AEDI).
As executive director, Huntley will lead AEDI’s research, outreach, and engagement efforts focused on strengthening Arkansas’ economy through data-driven insights, policy support, and collaborate on with public and private-sector partners.
Founded in 1955, AEDI and its predecessor organizations have served as an economic development research and engagement resource within the University of Arkansas system, supporting community, business, and government stakeholders across Arkansas…