Young Innovators Conference
Nebraska Enterprise Fund - Highlander Accelerator - Omaha 2112 N 30th Street, OmahaExecutive Leadership Roundtable: Advancing Women in Tech
First National Bank Tower 1601 Dodge Street, OmahaUNO: PKFEA Speed Networking & Panel Discussion
Peter Kiewit Institute 1110 South 67th Street, OmahaMicrobusiness Classes – Catholic Charities of Omaha Microbusiness and Asset Development Program
Catholic Charities Juan Diego Center - Omaha 5211 South 31st Street, Omaha1 Million Cups – Omaha
The Ashton Building at Millwork Commons - Omaha 1229 Millwork Ave, OmahaVC Office Hours – Hosted by Nebraska Startup Academy
The Dock at Millwork Commons - Omaha 1229 Millwork Ave, OmahaWeekly Perk Networking Coffee Group – Columbus
Parkway Plaza - Columbus 4471 41st Avenue, ColumbusBanker, Accountant, Insurance, Legal (B.A.I.L) – Open Office Hours
GROW Nebraska Women's Business Center - Omaha 5752 Ames Ave, OmahaOpen Coffee at Crescent Moon
Crescent Moon Haymarket - Lincoln - 140 North 8th Street 140 N 8th Street, LincolnFocus Suites Perk Up Thursday – SCC Entrepreneurship Center
Focus Suites - SCC Entrepreneurship Center – Lincoln 301 South 68th Street Place, LincolnB.A.I.L. – Banker, Accountant, Insurance, Legal (Hastings)
First Street Brewing Company - Hastings 119 North Saint Joseph Avenue, HastingsBreakthrough Weekend – UNO Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising
UNO - Mammel Hall - Omaha 6708 Pine Street, OmahaBoots to Business | Reboot
University of Nebraska at Omaha - 6203 S. University Drive 6203 S. University Drive, Omaha +1 moreFounders & Friends Weekly Happy Hour @ Bierhaus – Lincoln
Bierhaus Maisschaler in the Haymarket - Lincoln 151 North 8th Street, LincolnBreakthrough Weekend – UNO Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising
UNO - Mammel Hall - Omaha 6708 Pine Street, OmahaBreakthrough Weekend – UNO Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising
UNO - Mammel Hall - Omaha 6708 Pine Street, OmahaWeek of Events
Bio Innovations Midwest 2024
Bio Innovations Midwest 2024
Bio Innovations Midwest is the only event committed to driving the growth of biomanufacturing in the region. With a focus on pre-arranged 1-2-1 commercial meetings, attendees will be able to make meaningful connections with the right people. This format connects and generates deal flow between bio developers, producers, global brands, buyers, investors, financiers, suppliers, and […]
Breakthrough Weekend – UNO Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising
Breakthrough Weekend – UNO Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising
Join highly innovative and motivated people for a weekend of building, networking, and fun. Breakthrough Weekend is hosted by the Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. At this event, you will learn the first steps in starting a business, connect with community members, and compete for cash prizes. […]
More Founders Bootcamp – Executive Summaries
More Founders Bootcamp – Executive Summaries
Have you ever wondered… *What does it take to launch a high-growth startup? *What is venture capital and is it right for you? *How do you ring the register with customers? *Why are executive summaries and pitch decks so darn important but often overlooked? You can learn the answers to these questions and more at […]
Monday Makers Meetup @Turbine Flats
Monday Makers Meetup @Turbine Flats
MakeShift is a community space for makers, tinkerers, and D.I.Y-ers of all ages to self-educate, create, and collaborate. Join the weekly meet-up to collaborate with other makers, show off what you've made, and get advice on how to make something better. No sign-up is needed, stop in anytime!
Young Innovators Conference
Young Innovators Conference
Get ready to be inspired by the brightest young minds at our upcoming conference! Join us for a day filled with innovative ideas, engaging workshops, and networking opportunities with fellow young innovators. Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the latest trends in technology and business, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this […]
Tracking Your Business Using Spreadsheets
Tracking Your Business Using Spreadsheets
Are you struggling to keep track of your business data? Do you want to learn how to organize and analyze your data more efficiently? In this webinar, you will learn: • How best to use spreadsheets to manually track essential business transactions • Understand the need for separating your personal and business transactions for tax […]
Onboarding and Member SEO Page Training
Onboarding and Member SEO Page Training
Agenda: We will show you how to update your organization information. We will go through how to best take advantage of your GROW Membership and how to update your member SEO page. (This page will pull up in Google Searches)
Food Safety Lunch Hour | Practical Aspects of HACCP Plan Development and Implementation
Food Safety Lunch Hour | Practical Aspects of HACCP Plan Development and Implementation
This series of webinars will provide a refresher of each of the seven HACCP principles as well as practical aspects for the successful design and implementation of HACCP plans, with an emphasis on small and medium food operations. There are no pre-requisites to attend these webinars, but HACCP training within the last five years is […]
Winning Federal Construction Contracts (2024 Update)
Winning Federal Construction Contracts (2024 Update)
The federal construction market presents significant opportunities for small businesses, with nearly 50% of work in many states contracted directly to them. In this webinar, you will learn how to assess the market size in your state and gain insights into navigating this lucrative yet complex marketplace. Topics covered include: Key differences between the federal […]
Strategies for Rural Small Business Growth & Expansion
Strategies for Rural Small Business Growth & Expansion
Rural small and medium sized businesses are an integral part of local economies and communities and essential to our nation’s prosperity. They generate employment, create wealth that stays in the community, and contribute to both economic andleadership development. No and low-cost resources available to rural businesses include: Business planning assistance Support for accessing working capital to support domestic and/or foreign sales A grant program that can help open or expandglobal marketopportunities Customized market research Credit guarantees to encourage financing of commercial exports of U.S. agricultural products Website globalization
Executive Leadership Roundtable: Advancing Women in Tech
Executive Leadership Roundtable: Advancing Women in Tech
Register at: Sign-up and join us at our next Women in Technology of the Heartland event! This month, we are excited to present an “Executive Leadership Roundtable: Advancing Women in Tech,” sponsored and hosted by FNBO, on September 24, from 5 - 7 pm CT. Our theme for this event will highlight diverse perspectives from top executives who are leading […]
UNO: PKFEA Speed Networking & Panel Discussion
UNO: PKFEA Speed Networking & Panel Discussion
Join us for an exciting evening of Speed Networking & Panel Discussion, hosted by the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) and the Peter Kiewit Foundation Engineering Academy (PKFEA) on September 24th, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This event is specifically designed for engineering students enrolled in the Peter Kiewit Foundation Engineering Academy. It […]
Microbusiness Classes – Catholic Charities of Omaha Microbusiness and Asset Development Program
Microbusiness Classes – Catholic Charities of Omaha Microbusiness and Asset Development Program
To help entrepreneurs learn and master the fundamentals of business ownership, we provide a 40 hour, 16-class course. The course is presented in English and Spanish and guides entrepreneurs through business start-up, launch, and growth. This includes in-depth guidance on writing a business plan – a foundational document for business owners. Course Cost: $200 (please […]
1 Million Cups – Lincoln
1 Million Cups – Lincoln
1 Million Cups is a free, weekly community event that connects, educates, and empowers local entrepreneurs within a nationwide movement. Join us every Wednesday morning! Every week, entrepreneurs present business ideas to the local community and learn how those around them can support their business in its growth. Your local 1 Million Cups (1MC) community […]
1 Million Cups – Omaha
1 Million Cups – Omaha
1 Million Cups is a free, weekly community event that connects, educates, and empowers local entrepreneurs within a nationwide movement. Join us every Wednesday morning! Every week, entrepreneurs present business ideas to the local community and learn how those around them can support their business in its growth. Your local 1 Million Cups (1MC) community […]
VC Office Hours – Hosted by Nebraska Startup Academy
VC Office Hours – Hosted by Nebraska Startup Academy
Following every 1 Million Cups, stay for VC Office Hours at the long table in the Dock, 9 am – 12 pm. A touchpoint for founders and investors to talk shop with NE Startup Academy for resources, feedback, input, and connections.
Weekly Perk Networking Coffee Group – Columbus
Weekly Perk Networking Coffee Group – Columbus
Each week features a new topic, conversation, free gourmet coffee, latte, tea, water, and laughs! We will feature new speakers and topics weekly and grow our personal and professional networks! All are welcome (kiddos too – we have cocoa for them!). Suggestions, topics, thoughts, opinions, and new ideas are welcome, so spread the word near […]
1 Million Cups – Norfolk
1 Million Cups – Norfolk
1 Million Cups is a free, weekly community event that connects, educates, and empowers local entrepreneurs within a nationwide movement. Join us every Wednesday morning! Every week, entrepreneurs present business ideas to the local community and learn how those around them can support their business in its growth. Your local 1 Million Cups (1MC) community […]
Coffee Call with NBDC
Coffee Call with NBDC
Norfolk-area friends! Interested in learning all the ways you can take advantage of NBDC's no-cost business services? Join us for Coffee Call with the Norfolk Area Chamber on September 25. We'll walk you through our programs and be on hand to chat and answer any of your questions.
Banker, Accountant, Insurance, Legal (B.A.I.L) – Open Office Hours
Banker, Accountant, Insurance, Legal (B.A.I.L) – Open Office Hours
Nebraska’s entrepreneurs can now access a free opportunity for business development guidance from seasoned professionals. Assembling your BAIL Team is an integral component of business expansion. Connect with our team of specialists to obtain valuable business insights and explore the range of available services, all at your convenience. Banker – Business Bankers will be here […]
Empowering Veteran Business Owners: Navigating Entrepreneurship
Empowering Veteran Business Owners: Navigating Entrepreneurship
Are you a Military Service Member, Veteran of any era, National Guard or Reserve Member, Military Spouse, or Military Family Member? Are you interested in programs specifically created to help you succeed as a military or military-connected business owner? Join the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office and the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) Nebraska and Iowa, which serves […]
Success Mindset Mastery
Success Mindset Mastery
Do you ever feel like you aren’t getting the results you want even though you are smart, hard working, and good at what you do? Many times people are held back by unconscious patterns or beliefs they aren’t even aware of. In this workshop you will learn: Three sources of mental blocks: When you identify where […]
Loans, Grants and Other Funding Options for Hispanic-Owned Businesses
Loans, Grants and Other Funding Options for Hispanic-Owned Businesses
Hispanic-owned businesses are among the fastest-growing entrepreneurs in the United States. However, accessing capital remains a significant challenge for Hispanic entrepreneurs. In this webinar, business funding expert Hannah Fernandez will break down the loans, grants and alternative funding options available to Hispanic-owned businesses and help you identify which option(s) is best for you. You will […]
Seasonal SEO Mastery: Boost Your Holiday Sales
Seasonal SEO Mastery: Boost Your Holiday Sales
Small business owner, are you ready to make your mark this holiday season? Join our upcoming GoDaddy webinar, "Seasonal SEO Mastery: Boost Your Holiday Sales," and discover how to leverage SEO to outshine your competition. In this insightful session, we'll delve into: The Role and Benefits of Seasonal SEO: Understand how seasonal SEO can give […]
Federal Laboratory Consortium – Impacts and Benefits of Working with Federal Laboratories
Federal Laboratory Consortium – Impacts and Benefits of Working with Federal Laboratories
Your local APEX Accelerator and the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX) are excited to announce the upcoming Federal Laboratory Consortium webinar on the Impacts and Benefits of Working with Federal Laboratories. The Federal Laboratory Consortium (FLC), a nationwide network of more than 300 federal laboratories, provides strategies and opportunities for accelerating the development of federal […]
Ten Things to Do Before Applying for a Business Loan
Ten Things to Do Before Applying for a Business Loan
Are you planning to apply for a business loan? In this workshop, we will provide you with valuable insights and information on the essential steps you need to take before applying for a business loan. Here is what you can expect to learn: Bring all documentation of profit and loss statements: We will guide you on […]
How to Start a Non-Profit
How to Start a Non-Profit
Discover the various types of non-profits and how to start one, including: • Get an overview of the key steps for state and federal filings, IRS and business license applications and time frames. • Essential Board makeup and functions • How much time and money initial formation can take • Lots of valuable resources
Open Coffee at Crescent Moon
Open Coffee at Crescent Moon
Join the startup community in Lincoln, Nebraska every Thursday from 8-9:30 am CT @ Crescent Moon. This casual get-together every Thursday morning is an opportunity to share coffee, stories, insights, questions, and connections with fellow entrepreneurs, developers, designers, investors, and folks interested in building a better startup community. Come for a cup of coffee and […]
Get on the Bus for Peer to Peer with Plainview
Get on the Bus for Peer to Peer with Plainview
Want to get ideas on how to build your community regarding growth and development? Join us on the bus to Plainview for some new and innovative ideas! RSVP as soon as you can!!! Learn how Plainview leveraged their planning process to build community capacity, welcome new businesses, secure grant funding and grow the community. Travel […]
Idea Pub: Morning Edition
Idea Pub: Morning Edition
Morning Edition is a networking event aimed at helping UNMC innovators and entrepreneurs connect and collaborate with colleagues and experts from the local venture capital and startup community. Sponsored and hosted by UNMC's technology transfer and commercialization office, UNeMed, the event is free and open to all. Complimentary coffee and doughnuts will be provided on […]
QuickBooks Online
QuickBooks Online
Do you approach bookkeeping like going to the Dentist, such as . . . it's not your favorite task, it’s easy to put off, and it's less painful when done on a regular basis? Lisa Peterson will take a practical tour of what is most important for small business owners when it comes to their finances, and […]
Focus Suites Perk Up Thursday – SCC Entrepreneurship Center
Focus Suites Perk Up Thursday – SCC Entrepreneurship Center
Join us on Thursdays at 10 a.m. for relaxed networking and our Spotlight Speaker who shares real stories about their experiences and entrepreneurial journey. These stories include why an entrepreneur got started, what they learned along the way, and what keeps them perked up and passionate about what they do! Attend in-person or Zoom with Focus Suites Perk Up Thursday coffee events to […]
Discover SourceLink Nebraska: Support to Start or Grow Your Business – September Virtual Session
Discover SourceLink Nebraska: Support to Start or Grow Your Business – September Virtual Session
Join us for an overview and tour of SourceLink Nebraska. Powered by the Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) located within UNO’s College of Business Administration, our statewide program connects entrepreneurs and business owners to entrepreneurial and business development resources. Whether you’re just starting or making plans to grow, SourceLink Nebraska provides the tools and connections […]
Turn your Google Business Profile into a Sales-Driving Channel
Turn your Google Business Profile into a Sales-Driving Channel
In this workshop, you will learn practical tips that will help turn people who find you on Google Search and Maps into new customers with a free Business Profile for your storefront or service area. Optimizing your Google profile has proved to drive more traffic, leads and sales to your local business. This workshop is […]
Step-by-Step Email Marketing Guide For Your Business
Step-by-Step Email Marketing Guide For Your Business
Research says that for every $1 spent on E-Mail marketing, there is an average $44 return on investment. But to see a large return on investment, you need to understand the basics of email marketing. In this webinar, marketing expert Patty Ross will teach you the basics of email marketing and techniques to help you […]
The Sales Process
The Sales Process
Learn about refining the sales process, with a big emphasis on understanding customer needs and offering the right solutions. Mike will walk through key steps like pre-call planning, needs assessment, and how to close deals effectively. He will talk about how building strong client relationships and leveraging referrals can really take your sales to the […]
Sarpy Chamber Business After Hours
Sarpy Chamber Business After Hours
Come join the Sarpy Chamber for a Business After Hours hosted by the Knights Event Center! Enjoy a beverage and snack while networking with the Sarpy County business community.
Modus Coworking Quarterly Educational Panel
Modus Coworking Quarterly Educational Panel
Join us for a new event here at Modus Coworking! We are hosting quarterly educational panels to offer valuable information to entreprenuers and small business owners. The event starts at 5pm and we will provide drinks while we network at the beginning. Speakers will begin at 5:30pm and then open up to Q&A at the […]
B.A.I.L. – Banker, Accountant, Insurance, Legal (Hastings)
B.A.I.L. – Banker, Accountant, Insurance, Legal (Hastings)
Every entrepreneur needs a strong foundation for their business. Key professionals to include are a banker, accountant, insurance advisor, and legal expert. Our panel will share their knowledge, wisdom, and experiences from their respective industries. This event is a great opportunity to connect with experts in these fields, share insights, and build valuable relationships. Don't […]
Girls Night – Columbus
Boots to Business | Reboot
Boots to Business | Reboot
Boots to Business | Reboot assists anyone interested in exploring business ownership or other self-employment opportunities by leading participants through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and providing foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan.
Customer Discover & Value Proposition – UNO Regional Cohort
Customer Discover & Value Proposition – UNO Regional Cohort
Enroll in this free 5-week online course to engage in an experiential learning process centered around customer discovery. The course is specifically designed to equip teams with the necessary skills to effectively design products and services that offer tangible benefits to customers. By participating in this course, teams will gain valuable insights that can be […]
Founders & Friends Weekly Happy Hour @ Bierhaus – Lincoln
Founders & Friends Weekly Happy Hour @ Bierhaus – Lincoln
Join us for a weekly social for innovation and startup community folks. Inspired by the German Stammtisch, friends congregate at a regular happy hour to be social. Great place for serendipitous connections. Open a tab under "Founders.” Join the invite list with an email address - email Kathy [email protected]
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