Rock It Lab

10/13/2026

Thinking about starting a business, but not quite sure where to begin? Join us tomorrow for Starting a Business in 15 Steps, a practical Lunch & Learn with Jantel Stamps!

We’ll walk through the business launch process and help turn what can feel overwhelming into clear, manageable steps.

TOMORROW, Wednesday, October 14th
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Rock It! Lab

Lunch is on us!

Register here:

This new Bank of America Business resource, How to Start a Business in 15 Steps takes a deeper dive specifically into the business launch process.. Event starts at October 14, 2026 11:30 AM CDT

10/07/2026

Calling all sweet treat lovers!

Our new Startup Cafe vendor Chocolate Spoon Bake Shoppe will be having an opening celebration this Saturday while the River Shop is open 10am - 3pm!

Stop by for cool tunes by DJ Vinny Vinn and grab some cake too!

09/28/2026

Good news! We’ve extended the application deadline for the ninth Rock It! Lab Business Incubator cohort.

Applications are now due this Friday, October 2.

If you’re ready to strengthen your business with guidance, training, mentorship, and a supportive community, there’s still time to apply!

Apply today at https://rockitlab.org

09/24/2026

We’re so excited to welcome Molly Irani to Little Rock for a special conversation at the Six Bridges Book Festival!

Molly is the cofounder and chief culture officer of the James Beard Award-winning Chai Pani Restaurant Group and the author of Service Ready. She brings a warm, people-centered approach to business - one rooted in creating places where employees feel valued, customers feel cared for, and genuine hospitality becomes part of the culture.

We especially hope our food-based entrepreneurs will join us, but this conversation is for anyone interested in building a business with heart, intention, and staying power.

Next Thursday, October 1
12–1 p.m.
Rock It! Lab, 120 River Market Ave.
Moderated by Rock It! Lab’s Leah Patterson

We would love to see you there!

Register here: https://events.cals.org/event/17323983

09/23/2026

Huge thanks to Cassandra Kidd and the U.S. Bank team for sharing their expert insights at our Lunch & Learn on building credit and money protection last week. We’re also so grateful to the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center for partnering with us to bring this valuable session to our community!

09/18/2026

There's still time to apply for the Rock It! Lab Incubator program fall cohort! We've extended the application deadline to Friday, September 25. If you haven't gotten your application in yet, you've got a little more time, but don't delay.

Apply today!
www.rockitlab.org

09/16/2026

Happening tomorrow at Rock It! Lab!

Join us for How to Build and Protect Your Money, a practical Lunch & Learn with Cassandra Kidd, Business Access Advisor at U.S. Bank.

Learn how to manage debt and financial obligations while building and maintaining a healthier personal credit history - important knowledge for every entrepreneur.

TOMORROW, Thursday, September 17th
12–1 p.m.
Rock It! Lab
120 River Market Avenue

Lunch is provided with your RSVP, so register today!

https://events.cals.org/event/17312460

09/15/2026

Chocolate Spoon Bake Shoppe had a great first week as the Rock It Lab StartUp Cafe's newest business!

She'll be back tomorrow and ready to offer up more sweet treats!

Hours:
WED - FRI, 11am-3pm
SAT, 10am-3pm

09/14/2026

Join us during the Six Bridges Book Festival for an inspiring conversation with Molly Irani, cofounder and chief culture officer of the James Beard Award-winning Chai Pani Restaurant Group and author of Service Ready!

Molly will share lessons from building a thriving restaurant group, creating an exceptional workplace culture, and using hospitality as both a business strategy and a way of caring for people.

Rock It! Lab specifically requested this entrepreneurial conversation, and we especially encourage our food-based businesses to attend, though business owners in every industry will find plenty of inspiration and practical insight.

The conversation will be moderated by our own Leah Patterson.

Thursday, October 1
12–1 p.m.
CALS Main Library

Learn more and register:
https://events.cals.org/event/17323983

09/08/2026

Tomorrow's the day!