The Secretary of State is the repository for corporate and business filings in Arkansas. When an entity wants to do business in Arkansas they interact with the Secretary of State. This interaction needs to result in a positive experience.

Pat O'Brien will strive to make online filing and research as convenient as possible for businesses. In addition, citizens wishing to hold businesses accountable deserve easy access to corporate records. Pat wants to make these records easily searchable much the same way that a google search works. This transparent approach leads to accountability in business and corporate functions.

Pat O'Brien wants to be an ambassador on behalf of the State of Arkansas. There are many trade shows and other opportunities wherein Arkansas needs representation to the global business community. The Secretary of State can be an effective advocate for business development in Arkansas. Pat has a background in business and is eager to market Arkansas to the rest of the country and world. A state of the art website will also act as a billboard for the great things happening in Arkansas.

Pat O'Brien wants the Legislature to consider adopting laws that would make Arkansas a magnet for incorporations and capital. Other states, such as Nevada, have utilized techniques that have brought investment into their state. Critics will argue that this will be difficult and it will. However, we will not know how successful we could be until we try.

Learn more about the Secretary of State's role in Business and Commercial Services here: http://www.sosweb.state.ar.us/corp_ucc.html