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1 Million Cups - Lincoln
1 Million Cups Lincoln is a weekly event for local entrepreneurs to meet and present their startups to the thriving peer network of founders in our community.
1 Million Cups - Omaha
A Kauffman Labs program striving to engage entrepreneurs through a weekly educational and networking program.
3 Day Startup
3 Day Startup is an experiential entrepreneurship program where participants go through the initial stages of starting a business.
Accelerator Studio - NMotion
NMotion is Nebraska’s premier startup accelerator. We help founders launch new companies and accelerate the growth of existing companies through connections to mentors, customers, and investors in a compressed time schedule.
Agricultural Worker Rights Program - Legal Aid of Nebraska
The Agricultural Worker Rights Program helps agricultural workers in Nebraska assert their employment rights.
Aksarben Foundation
The Aksarben Foundation has been helping Heartland communities through grant awards, scholarships and leadership for over one-hundred and twenty years.
Aksarben Foundation Information
Phone: (402) 554-9600
Website
7101 Mercy Road, Suite 320
Omaha
, NE 68106
Alliance Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
America's SBDC
America’s SBDC represents America’s nationwide network of Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) – the most comprehensive small business assistance network in the United States and its territories.
America’s SBDC Information
Phone: (703) 764-9850
Website
8990 Burke Lake Road, 2nd Floor
Burke
, VA 22015
Annual Average Daily Traffic Counts - NebraskaMAP
NebraskaMAP is the public’s access to geospatial data in Nebraska. It is responsible for being the only authoritative clearinghouse for state government data.
Arapahoe Economic Development
Arapahoe’s community and economic development strategy involves the continued support of existing businesses and ongoing efforts to recruit new businesses and industries. The overall anticipated result of both efforts will be to continue to add business activity and jobs to the Arapahoe area.
Ashland Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Associated General Contractors of America - University of Nebraska Omaha Student Chapter
AGC is the largest and oldest national construction trade association in the United States.
Brandon Kreiling
Phone: (402) 554-7285
Website
Scott Campus, 1110 South 67th Street
Omaha
, NE 68182
Associated General Contractors of America - University of Nebraska Lincoln Chapter
AGC is the largest and oldest national construction trade association in the United States.
Atlas of Rural and Small-Town America - Economic Research Service (ERS) - USDA
The Atlas of Rural and Small-Town America is a web tool that provides statistics by broad categories of socioeconomic factors.
Attic - Center for Management of Information Technology (CMIT) - University of Nebraska Omaha
The Attic employs undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in web and mobile software development, to create technology solutions for university and community partners.
Auburn Development Council, Inc.
The Auburn Development Council, Inc. (ADC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose members are private and public
investors. Our mission is to promote and encourage economic growth and development in Auburn/Nemaha County.
Aurora Technology Center (ATC)
The Aurora Technology Center (ATC) is a dynamic environment for technology-dependent companies in the start-up and growth phase of development.
Barbara Weitz Community Engagement Center (CEC)
A one-of-a-kind place where UNO and community partner nonprofit organizations are housed and work together collaboratively.
Beatrice Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Beeso Studio
Beeso Studio partners with early stage tech startups to help them grow and succeed in the long run. We have an experienced leadership team and portfolio of startup partners that new partners can lean on from day one.
Beginning Farmer/Rancher Loan Program - Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA)
The NIFA Beginning Farmer/Rancher Program assists farmers and ranchers to obtain agricultural loans at interest rates generally lower than the conventional farm credit markets.
Bellevue University
Our learning programs combine mastery of deep, career-relevant knowledge and powerful professional skills, so you are prepared with tools for success.
Bio Nebraska
Bio Nebraska is a non-profit, membership-based trade association with a diversified membership including entities from all segments of the bio-ecosystem.
Biological Process Development Facility (BPDF) - University of Nebraska Lincoln
The Biological Process Development Facility (BPDF) at the University of Nebraska offers biopharmaceutical process development and biomanufacturing services that transition discoveries into early phase clinical trials.
Biological Process Development Facility
Phone: (402) 472-1983
Website
304 Othmer Hall
Lincoln
, NE 68588
Biotech Connector
With over 7,700 sq. ft. of well-equipped wet-lab space, we provide incubation and accelerator services to bioscience startups and high-growth biotech and research-based businesses.
Black Economic Alliance Entrepreneurs Fund - Black Economic Alliance Foundation
The Black Economic Alliance Foundation, in collaboration with Wells Fargo, launched the Black Economic Alliance Entrepreneurs Fund to accelerate the growth of Black entrepreneurs and business owners.
Black Economic Alliance Entrepreneurs Fund Information
Phone:
Website
700 13th Street NW
Washington
, DC 20005
Blacks in Technology - Omaha
The Omaha Chapter of Blacks In Technology, a global 501(c)(3) organization, represents all of Nebraska within the world’s largest community of Black tech professionals. We provide training, education, networking, & mentorship to the community.
Blair Public Library & Technology Center
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Blueprint - Nebraska 4-H Extension - Statewide
Dream. Design. Deliver. Through the Blueprint curriculum, HIGH SCHOOL youth will learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur and develop a dynamic business plan.
Boone County Development Agency, Inc.
Our mission is to help develop Boone County into a flourishing, prosperous, family-friendly, and united county.
BottomliNE - Nebraska Department of Economic Development
BottomliNE is a website that monitors metrics like workforce productivity, growth, diversity and more — measures that show the economic impact of everyday Nebraskans at work, in action, and moving the needle.
Emily Hasenauer
Phone: (402) 471-3769
Website
301 Centennial Mall South
4th Floor
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Box Butte Development Corporation
Box Butte Development Corporation, known locally as the BBDC, is a 501(c)4 not-for-profit organization formed to lead the economic development efforts in Box Butte County.
Bridgeport Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Buffett Early Childhood Institute at the University of Nebraska
The vision of the Buffett Early Childhood Institute is that Nebraska will become the best place in the nation to be a baby.
Buffett Early Childhood Institute
Phone: (402) 554-2924
Website
2111 South 67th Street
Suite 350
Omaha
, NE 68106
Bureau of Business Research - University of Nebraska Lincoln
The Bureau of Business Research is an economic and business research unit within the UNL College of Business which conducts research regarding the businesses environment and entrepreneurial conditions in regional and local economies.
Eric Thompson
Phone: (402) 472-3318
Website
523AA Hawks Hall, College of Business
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln
, NE 68588
Burlington Capital Ag-Venture
Ag-tech fund for the Midwest, by the Midwest. Working directly with producers to identify problems in the agriculture value chain and collaborate in developing innovative solutions.
Burwell Economic Development
The Burwell Economic Development Program was established in 2004 to create a program which retains jobs and makes existing businesses more competitive and profitable.
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - Metropolitan - Omaha
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
NBDC will help a business develop a business plan as well as detailed financial projections covering three years of operations, information that is essential for successful financing applications.
NBDC can also provide Exit & Succession Planning, as well as low-cost, high quality business valuation reports for small businesses with values from $100,000 to $10,000,000.
Tony Schultz
Phone: (402) 554-6633
Website
University of Nebraska Omaha
6708 Pine Street, Mammel Hall, Suite 200
Omaha
, NE 68182
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - North Panhandle - Chadron
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
NBDC will help a business develop a business plan as well as detailed financial projections covering three years of operations, information that is essential for successful financing applications.
NBDC can also provide Exit & Succession Planning, as well as low-cost, high quality business valuation reports for small businesses with values from $100,000 to $10,000,000.
Gary Dusek
Phone: (308) 432-6282
Website
1000 Main Street
Burkhiser Complex, Lower Level
Chadron
, NE 69337
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - Northeast - Norfolk
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
NBDC will help a business develop a business plan as well as detailed financial projections covering three years of operations, information that is essential for successful financing applications.
NBDC can also provide Exit & Succession Planning, as well as low-cost, high quality business valuation reports for small businesses with values from $100,000 to $10,000,000.
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - Northeast - Wayne
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
Loren Kucera
Phone: (402) 375-7575
Website
Wayne State College
Gardner Hall, 1111 Main Street
Wayne
, NE 68787
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - South Central - Kearney
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
Assistance includes business plan development and detailed financial projections covering three years of operations, information that is essential for successful financing applications. NBDC offers Exit & Succession Planning and low-cost, high quality business valuation reports for small businesses with values from $100,000 to $10,000,000.
Odee Ingersoll
Phone: (308) 865-8344
Website
1917 West 24th Street
UNK West Center Building, Room 127E
Kearney
, NE 68849
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - South Central - Grand Island
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
NBDC will help a business develop a business plan as well as detailed financial projections covering three years of operations, information that is essential for successful financing applications.
NBDC can also provide Exit & Succession Planning, as well as low-cost, high quality business valuation reports for small businesses with values from $100,000 to $10,000,000.
Sara Bennett
Phone: (308) 865-8931
Website
Grand Island Chamber of Commerce
309 West 2nd Street
Grand Island
, NE 68801
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - South Panhandle - Scottsbluff
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
NBDC will help a business develop a business plan as well as detailed financial projections covering three years of operations, information that is essential for successful financing applications.
NBDC can also provide Exit & Succession Planning, as well as low-cost, high quality business valuation reports for small businesses with values from $100,000 to $10,000,000.
Spencer Rien
Phone: (308) 635-7513
Website
Panhandle Research and Extension Center
4502 Avenue I, Room 108A
Scottsbluff
, NE 69361
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - Southeast - Lincoln
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
NBDC will help a business develop a business plan as well as detailed financial projections covering three years of operations, information that is essential for successful financing applications.
NBDC can also provide Exit & Succession Planning, as well as low-cost, high quality business valuation reports for small businesses with values from $100,000 to $10,000,000.
Craig Boesch
Phone: (402) 472-4092
Website
University of Nebraska Lincoln-College of Business Center for Entrepreneurship
730 North 14th Street, Suite 315
Lincoln
, NE 68588
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - West Central - McCook
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
NBDC will help a business develop a business plan as well as detailed financial projections covering three years of operations, information that is essential for successful financing applications.
NBDC can also provide Exit & Succession Planning, as well as low-cost, high quality business valuation reports for small businesses with values from $100,000 to $10,000,000.
Charlie McPherson
Phone: (308) 340-0422
Website
Keystone Business Center
402 Norris Avenue, Room 316
Mc Cook
, NE 69001
Business Assistance - Nebraska Business Development Center - West Central - North Platte
Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps strengthen Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. Certified consultants provide confidential, impartial business planning services for established and start-up businesses.
NBDC will help a business develop a business plan as well as detailed financial projections covering three years of operations, information that is essential for successful financing applications.
NBDC can also provide Exit & Succession Planning, as well as low-cost, high quality business valuation reports for small businesses with values from $100,000 to $10,000,000.
Charlie McPherson
Phone: (308) 340-0422
Website
Mid-Plains Community College
1101 Halligan Drive, Room 108A
North Platte
, NE 69101
Business Development Field Service - Nebraska Department of Economic Development - North Central Region
The Field Services Team is DED’s first point of contact for business owners, entrepreneurs, city and village officials and local developers who play an important role in economic growth.
Business Development Field Service - Nebraska Department of Economic Development - North Omaha
The Field Services Team is DED’s first point of contact for business owners, entrepreneurs, city and village officials and local developers who play an important role in economic growth.
Business Development Field Service - Nebraska Department of Economic Development - Northeast Region
The Field Services Team is DED’s first point of contact for business owners, entrepreneurs, city and village officials and local developers who play an important role in economic growth.
Business Development Field Service - Nebraska Department of Economic Development - South Central Region
The Field Services Team is DED’s first point of contact for business owners, entrepreneurs, city and village officials and local developers who play an important role in economic growth.
Business Development Field Service - Nebraska Department of Economic Development - Southeast Region
The Field Services Team is DED’s first point of contact for business owners, entrepreneurs, city and village officials and local developers who play an important role in economic growth.
Business Development Field Service - Nebraska Department of Economic Development - Southwest Region
The Field Services Team is DED’s first point of contact for business owners, entrepreneurs, city and village officials and local developers who play an important role in economic growth.
Business Development Field Service - Nebraska Department of Economic Development - Western Region
The Field Services Team is DED’s first point of contact for business owners, entrepreneurs, city and village officials and local developers who play an important role in economic growth.
Business Programs - USDA Rural Development - Kearney
USDA Rural Development Business Programs help to provide capital, equipment, space, job training, and entrepreneurial skills that can help to start and/or grow a business.
Business Programs - USDA Rural Development - Lincoln
USDA Rural Development Business Programs help to provide capital, equipment, space, job training, and entrepreneurial skills that can help to start and/or grow a business, as well as supporting the creation and preservation of quality jobs in rural areas.
Brant Richardson
Phone: (402) 437-5568
Website
100 Centennial Mall North
Suite 308
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Business Programs - USDA Rural Development - Norfolk
USDA Rural Development Business Programs help to provide capital, equipment, space, job training, and entrepreneurial skills that can help to start and/or grow a business, as well as supporting the creation and preservation of quality jobs in rural areas.
Bill Sheppard
Phone: (402) 371-5350 Ext: 104
Website
2601 Lakeridge Drive
Suite 2
Norfolk
, NE 68701
Business Programs - USDA Rural Development - Scottsbluff
USDA Rural Development Business Programs help to provide capital, equipment, space, job training, and entrepreneurial skills that can help to start and/or grow a business, as well as supporting the creation and preservation of quality jobs in rural areas.
Marla Marx
Phone: (308) 632-2195 Ext: 132
Website
818 Ferdinand Plaza, Suite B
Scottsbluff
, NE 69361
Business Retention & Expansion Program - Nebraska Department of Economic Development
The Department of Economic Development’s Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) Program allows discussion with existing businesses in Nebraska through personal interviews that provide important information on the local and state business climate. At the State level, data on investments, technology, jobs, markets, and workforce is used to shape economic development policy and program alignment.
Business Retention and Expansion Program - Twin Cities Development Association, Inc. (TCD)
Business Retention and Expansion Program assists with long-term planning, including identifying common issues and trends, strategic planning, and policy articulation. Twin Cities Development (TCD) is the economic development organization for the communities of Gering, Scotts Bluff County, Bayard, and Terrytown in Scotts Bluff County in Western Nebraska.
Business Retention and Expansion Program Information
Phone: (308) 632-2833
Website
1620 Broadway
Scottsbluff
, NE 69361
Business Services (Spanish) - Center for Rural Affairs
Center for Rural Affairs offers services in Spanish to small business owners, farmers, community leaders and more.
Business Services (Spanish) Information
Phone: (402) 687-2100
Website
145 Main Street, P.O. Box 136
Lyons
, NE 68038
Business Services - Heartland Workforce Solutions (HWS)
When you work with Heartland Workforce Solutions, our consultants evaluate your needs and gather the right information to help us discover how we can best serve your company or organization.
Business Services Division - Nebraska Secretary of State
The Nebraska Secretary of State has responsibilities over the following areas: elections, business registrations, occupational licensing, state rules and regulations, records management, international relations and youth civics programs.
Buy Fresh Buy Local Nebraska - Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) - University of Nebraska Lincoln
Buy Fresh Buy Local is a member-based marketing, promotion, and education program dedicated to increasing the market share for local foods in the state of Nebraska. All producers and businesses that support local agriculture are welcome to join.
BuySide Valuation - Nebraska Business Development Center - Kearney Center - Statewide
No-cost business valuation reports for potential small business buyers. Similar to our comprehensive reports, but more concise with basic narratives and supporting information. Appropriate for project exploration, buy-sell agreements, and in-house financing support for acquisition. Free to qualified potential buyers only.
Odee Ingersoll
Phone: (308) 865-8344
Website
University of Nebraska Kearney, 1917 West 24th Street
West Center Building, Room 127E
Kearney
, NE 68849
Career Services - University of Nebraska Lincoln
Career Services introduces you to students through recruiting options including job listings, resume books, career fairs, networking events, and connections to UNL colleges and academic programs.
Catalyst Program - Union Bank & Trust
Catalyst is UBT’s unique way of helping ideas and businesses move forward — encouraging entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses to create a spark in problem solving, collaboration, and planning. As an advisor, partner, and advocate, we’ll help connect you to the people, services, and financing that make things happen.
Center for Advanced and Emerging Technology (CAET) - Metropolitan Community College - Fort Omaha
Metropolitan Community College is a comprehensive, full-service public community college supported by the taxpayers of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties.
Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies (CALMIT) - Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) - University of Nebraska Lincoln
The Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies (CALMIT) is a recognized center-of-excellence for education and research in advanced land management information technologies. Our state-of-the-art instruments allow us to look beyond the surface to learn more about plant productivity and response to stress.
Center for Applied Psychological Services - University of Nebraska at Omaha
CAPS provides high quality research-based, legally defensible, and scientifically sound consulting services to local, public, and private organizations needing help in a variety of areas related to Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
Center for Biosecurity, Biopreparedness and Emerging Infectious Diseases - UNMC
The Center for Biosecurity, Biopreparedness, and Emerging Infectious Diseases (CBBEID) focuses on research, planning, training, exercises, and education related to public health and health care emergencies.
Center for Preparedness Education
Phone: (402) 552-2529
Website
984320 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha
, NE 68198
Center for Economic Education - Chadron State College
The Nebraska Council on Economic Education supports five Centers for Economic Education throughout the state. These centers work closely with and partner with educators in their regions to provide world-class economic and financial literacy education programs to K-12 students here in Nebraska.
Center for Economic Education - University of Nebraska at Omaha
The UNO Center for Economic Education improves the economic and financial literacy of current and future Nebraska and Western Iowa citizens by providing educational and training programs and materials for teachers of K-12 classes.
Center for Economic Education - University of Nebraska Kearney
We believe that students should develop economic ways of thinking and problem solving that they can use in their lives as consumers, savers, investors, members of the workforce, responsible citizens, and effective participants in a global economy.
Center for Economic Education - University of Nebraska Lincoln
The center serves as a teaching, research and service unit of the Department of Economics and the College of Business. The center is affiliated with the Nebraska Council on Economic Education. The Nebraska Council supports the work of the centers for economic education at Lincoln, Omaha, Kearney, Wayne and Chadron. The center is affiliated with the National Council on Economic Education and is part of the EconomicsAmerica network.
Center for Economic Education - Wayne State College
The Nebraska Council on Economic Education supports five Centers for Economic Education throughout the state. These centers work closely with and partner with educators in their regions to provide world-class economic and financial literacy education programs to K-12 students here in Nebraska.
Center for Entrepreneurship - University of Nebraska Lincoln
The Center for Entrepreneurship is built on the people who teach and learn here. Our vision for integrated learning involves students, faculty, alumni and community constituents working together to foster dynamic interactions that help students grow and future businesses succeed.
Center for Entrepreneurship
Phone: (402) 472-3353
Website
730 North 14th Street
PO Box 880405
Lincoln
, NE 68588
Center for Entrepreneurship and Rural Development - University of Nebraska Kearney
The Center for Entrepreneurship and Rural Development is an outreach center at the University of Nebraska at Kearney focusing on improving the economic landscape of central Nebraska through engaging relationships with students, area entrepreneurs and partner organizations and stakeholders.
Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising (CIEF) - University of Nebraska Omaha
The UNO Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising serves as a bridge between the entrepreneurs of tomorrow and the diverse entrepreneurial community in the Omaha, Nebraska area.
Center Representative
Phone: (402) 554-2706
Website
6708 Pine Street
Mammel Hall, Suite 303
Omaha
, NE 68182
Center for Professional Sales - College of Business Administration - University of Nebraska Omaha
The goal of the program is to introduce students to professional selling and help them develop basic sales skills. Sales roles reign as the #1 career entry point for most CBA students—meaning we all will need selling skills regardless of our title.
Center for Rural Affairs
We are unapologetically rural. We stand up for the small family farmer and rancher, new business owner, and rural communities. For more than 45 years, we’ve been a leading force engaging people to build a better rural future. We live this work. Welcome to our rural revolution.
Center for Rural Affairs Information
Phone: (402) 687-2100
Website
145 Main Street
PO Box 136
Lyons
, NE 68038
Center Sphere - Lincoln
Providing a network of local support for businesses through trusted, proven and profitable relationship building. Our vision is to be a catalyst for growth for individuals, businesses and non-profits within their communities.
Center Sphere - Omaha
Providing a network of local support for businesses through trusted, proven and profitable relationship building. Our vision is to be a catalyst for growth for individuals, businesses and non-profits within their communities.
Center Sphere - York
Providing a network of local support for businesses through trusted, proven and profitable relationship building. Our vision is to be a catalyst for growth for individuals, businesses and non-profits within their communities.
Central City Area Chamber of Commerce
Chambers of commerce act as catalysts for growth and prosperity for their communities. They provide critical networking opportunities for businesses at all stages.
Central City Economic Development
Central City has demonstrated exceptional capacity to combine resources to address needs and implement community goals; and maintains that capacity through the combination of organizations, community pride, and cooperative spirit. We invite you to become a part of something great!
Central City Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Central Community College - Columbus
Central Community College is a multi-campus community college serving a 25-county area in central Nebraska — approximately 14,000 square miles with a population of more than 300,000.
Central Community College - Grand Island
Central Community College is a multi-campus community college serving a 25-county area in central Nebraska — approximately 14,000 square miles with a population of more than 300,000.
Central Community College - Hastings
Central Community College is a multi-campus community college serving a 25-county area in central Nebraska — approximately 14,000 square miles with a population of more than 300,000.
Central Community College - Holdrege
Central Community College is a multi-campus community college serving a 25-county area in central Nebraska — approximately 14,000 square miles with a population of more than 300,000.
Central Community College - Kearney
Central Community College is a multi-campus community college serving a 25-county area in central Nebraska — approximately 14,000 square miles with a population of more than 300,000.
Central Community College - Lexington
Central Community College is a multi-campus community college serving a 25-county area in central Nebraska — approximately 14,000 square miles with a population of more than 300,000.
Central Community College - Ord
Central Community College is a multi-campus community college serving a 25-county area in central Nebraska — approximately 14,000 square miles with a population of more than 300,000.
Central Nebraska Economic Development District
CNEDD provides business, community, and economic development services to the following counties in Central Nebraska: Blaine, Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Custer, Garfield, Greeley, Holt, Keya Paha, Loup, Rock, Sherman, Valley and Wheeler.
Central Nebraska Housing and Economic Developers, Inc.
CNHED provides housing services for the following counties in Central Nebraska: Blaine, Boyd, Brown, Cherry, Custer, Garfield, Greeley, Holt, Keya Paha, Loup, Rock, Sherman, Valley and Wheeler.
Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health - UNMC
Our mission is to work with the agricultural community in the Central States and beyond, conducting research, intervention, education, and outreach activities, which aim to discover the mechanisms of injury and illness, and to develop, implement, and evaluate prevention strategies that measurably improve the health and safety of members of the agricultural community.
Chadron Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Chadron State College
Chadron State College, which was founded in 1911, is the only four-year, regionally-accredited college in the western half of Nebraska. As a public institution of higher education with its roots in teacher education, Chadron State takes pride in its accessibility and affordability. CSC offers bachelor’s degrees and master’s degrees through on-campus and online courses in a variety of fields of study.
Gary Dusek
Phone: (308) 432-6282
Website
1000 Main Street
Burkhiser Complex Lower Level
Chadron
, NE 69337
Chappell Community Development
The Vision of Chappell Community Development is to enhance the area, broaden and expand business growth and to improve the quality of life through collaborative efforts.
Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce
Chambers of commerce act as catalysts for growth and prosperity for their communities. They provide critical networking opportunities for businesses at all stages.
Child Care Licensing - Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
In Nebraska, anyone who provides child care to four or more children from different families must be licensed as a child care provider. There are five license types: Family Child Care Home I, Family Child Care Home II, Child Care Center, Preschool, and School-Age-Only Center.
Children's Services Licensing
Phone: (402) 471-6564
Website
301 Centennial Mall South
PO Box 94986
Lincoln
, NE 68509
Choose Healthy Here - Nebraska Extension - University of Nebraska Lincoln
Choose Healthy Here retailer support program – Nebraska Extension partners with community members and local businesses to help increase access to fresh, affordable, nutritious foods while building community demand and providing nutrition education.
Vanessa Wielenga
Phone: (402) 473-0361
Website
1700 North 35th Street
119C Leverton Hall
Lincoln
, NE 68503
City of Atkinson Economic Development
Atkinson’s community and economic development strategy involves building on our strengths to promote our existing industries and the retention of the jobs which support that business. The Atkinson Economic Development LB840 Program offers two options to assist current and new businesses – property improvement grants and low interest business loans.
City of Cambridge Economic Development
Cambridge Economic Development is here to help the businesses and residents of Cambridge, NE thrive as a community! Abundant with modern enterprise, this progressive community is in southwestern Nebraska with historic U.S. Route 6 & 34 passing through the heart of it.
Economic Development Director
Phone: (308) 697-3711
Website
722 Patterson Street
Cambridge
, NE 69022
City of Imperial Economic Development
Imperial is a progressive community home to genuine, hard working people committed to the community’s future and eager to welcome new businesses and industries into the community.
Economic Development Director
Phone: (308) 882-4368
Website
740 Court Street
PO Box 637
Imperial
, NE 69033
City of Kimball Economic Development
The general intent and goal of the Kimball Economic Development Program is to establish a sustainable and diversified economy for the citizens of Kimball, Nebraska.
City of Norfolk/Norfolk Area Economic Development Council
The City of Norfolk Economic Development Division and the Norfolk Area Economic Development Council is a collaborative effort between the City of Norfolk and Madison County that works to promote, facilitate, and cultivate economic development projects and initiatives in Madison County, Nebraska.
City of Scottsbluff Economic Development
The Economic Development Department is committed to helping you do business in Scottsbluff. Whether you need help with site selection, securing funding or managing your project, we’re here for you.
City of Sidney & Cheyenne County Economic Development
The City of Sidney is dedicated to creating a strong economic foundation for the community.
City of Superior - Economic Development
Superior is a community of approximately 2,000 people but the hub for a radius of 30 miles. Ideally located on the intersection of Nebraska Highway 14 and 8, it is only 22 miles west of U.S. Highway 81 and 60 miles south of Nebraska’s Interstate 80.
Closing Your Business in Nebraska - Nebraska Department of Revenue
Guidance is provided to current business owners seeking to close a business in Nebraska.
Closing Your Business Information
Phone: (402) 471-5729
Website
Nebraska State Office Building
301 Centennial Mall South
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Code Black
Code Black is a training and mentoring organization preparing the global majority for technology.
CoFound Grand Island
CoFound Grand Island is a startup collaborative focused on providing a space to foster shared working experience between founders who are actively working on high-scale potential projects.
College of Continuing & Professional Education (CPE) - Bellevue University
Whether you are seeking continuing education for your own career or your workforce, Bellevue University can fill the need with training and professional education services.
Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce is to enhance the economic well-being and quality of life in the Columbus Area.
Columbus Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Communities for Kids (C4K) - Nebraska Children and Families Foundation
The Communities for Kids (C4K) initiative was created in response to community requests for assistance with shortages of high-quality early care and education programs — shortages that both impact children’s optimal development and pose a challenge for communities hoping to attract and retain the viable workforce they need to thrive.
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - Northeast Region
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - East Central Region
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - Eastern Region
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - Northern Panhandle
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - Northern Region
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Jordan Grummert Rasmussen
Phone: (308) 346-4200
Website
250 South 8th Avenue
PO Box 638
Burwell
, NE 68823
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - Southeast Region
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - Southern Panhandle
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - Southern Region
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - Southwest Region
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - Statewide
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Marilyn Schlake
Phone: (402) 472-4138
Website
1625 Arbor Drive, Filley Hall (FYH) 58B
Lincoln
, NE 68583
Community Economic Development - Rural Prosperity Nebraska (RPN) - West Central Region
Rural Prosperity Nebraska harnesses boots-on-the-ground efforts of Nebraska Extension professionals working in six focus areas. Community Economic Development serves as one of the six pillars of focus.
Community Engagement Partnership Initiative (CEPI) - University of Nebraska Omaha
The University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) Community Engagement Partnership Initiative (CEPI) is a UNO student-developed tool that collects and showcases meaningful partnerships through individual projects.
Comprehensive Business Valuation - Nebraska Business Development Center - Grand Island Center - Statewide
Affordable comprehensive business valuation reports for lenders and sellers, certified and SBA-approved. These are robust reports with detailed company, financial, market, industry, GIS and valuation information. NBDC has provided professional valuation services throughout Nebraska since 2006.
Sara Bennett
Phone: (308) 382-9210
Website
Grand Island Chamber of Commerce
309 West 2nd Street
Grand Island
, NE 68801
Comprehensive Business Valuation - Nebraska Business Development Center - Kearney Center - Statewide
Affordable comprehensive business valuation reports for lenders and sellers, certified and SBA-approved. These are robust reports with detailed company, financial, market, industry, GIS and valuation information. NBDC has provided professional valuation services throughout Nebraska since 2006.
Odee Ingersoll
Phone: (308) 865-8344
Website
University of Nebraska Kearney, 1917 West 24th Street
West Center Building, Room 127E
Kearney
, NE 68849
Construction Contractors Tax Information - Nebraska Department of Revenue
For the Department of Revenue, a contractor may choose how they want to pay sales and use tax on the building materials they annex into real property. There are three options available to the contractor for the taxation of building materials. Information guides explaining each of these options are available on the main Construction Contractor page.
Construction Contractors Information
Phone: (402) 471-5729
Website
Nebraska State Office Building
301 Centennial Mall South
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Continuing Education/Noncredit Courses - Metropolitan Community College
Metropolitan Community College is a comprehensive, full-service public community college supported by the taxpayers of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties.
Contractor Registration - Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL)
The Department of Labor and the Department of Revenue share a combined Contractor Registration Database (Database) which serves unique purposes of each of these agencies. The Nebraska Contractor Registration Act requires contractors and subcontractors doing business in Nebraska to register in this Database.
Contractor Registration Information
Phone: (402) 471-2239
Website
550 South 16th Street
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Corporate and Business Filings/Searches - Business Services Division - Nebraska Secretary of State
The Nebraska Secretary of State has responsibilities over the following areas: elections, business registrations, occupational licensing, state rules and regulations, records management, international relations and youth civics programs.
Corporate and Business Filings Assistance
Phone: (402) 471-4079
Website
1201 N Street, Suite 120
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Corporate Learning Solutions – Bellevue University
We help companies and organizations build their leadership pipelines and develop innovative talent strategies with powerful metrics to back it up.
Cozad Development Corporation
Being located on the 100th Meridian puts Cozad on the United States’ 50 yard line. Interstate 80 and Union Pacific Railroad make this community easily accessible and a prime place for companies needing reliable transportation. Cozad is the headquarters to many global companies that got their start right here in the heartland.
Creative Production Lab (CPL) - University of Nebraska at Omaha
The Creative Production Lab is an open-access library service where patrons can receive one-on-one help to explore their creative interests and learn how to use cutting-edge hardware and software.
Cuming County Economic Development
Cuming County Economic Development is a county-wide economic development organization that works to create opportunities for businesses to start, grow, or move to Cuming County, Nebraska.
Customized Job Training - Nebraska Department of Economic Development
We want to ensure Nebraska’s workforce is prepared to meet the challenges of tomorrow. The Customized Job Training (CJT) grant program provides assistance for employee training to businesses that create or retain quality jobs in Nebraska.
Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute - University of Nebraska
The Robert B. Daugherty Water for Food Global Institute at the University of Nebraska was founded in 2010 by the Robert B. Daugherty Foundation to address the global challenge of achieving food security with less stress on water resources through improved water management in agricultural and food systems.
Nick Brozovic
Phone: (402) 472-5398
Website
Innovation Commons
2021 Transformation Drive
Lincoln
, NE 68583
Dawson Area Development
Dawson Area Development has a current focus of addressing workforce development issues through awareness, career and college readiness, training and facilitating connections between employers, schools and applicants. DAD has recently opened The Central Nebraska Training, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (TIE) Center which houses a collaborative co-working space, training/meeting area and a makerspace that doubles as a mobile STEM lab for seven local school districts.
Dawson Area Director
Phone: (308) 217-0005
Website
1501 Plum Creek Parkway, Suite 5
Lexington
, NE 68850
Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication (ALEC) - Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) - University of Nebraska Lincoln
The Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication builds sustainable human capacity through the land-grant mission of the University of Nebraska – Lincoln.
Design Studio - Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management - University of Nebraska Lincoln
Design Studio serves as a connection point between academia and industry, creating a unique opportunity for our partners to engage some of the brightest minds on campus and leverage the value of a Big 10 research institution. Each year Design Studio engages industry partners who provide complex problems for which our student teams develop software solutions using industry best practices in software engineering and business development.
Developing Youth Talent Initiative - Nebraska Department of Economic Development
The Developing Youth Talent Initiative (DYTI) creates collaboration between Nebraska businesses and public schools. The DYTI exposes students to careers in Manufacturing and Information Technology (IT) to support a youth talent pipeline for these industries in the state.
Disaster Education - Nebraska Extension
Nebraska Extension is committed to helping Nebraskans prepare for and recover from disasters.
Ashley Mueller
Phone: (402) 472-2561
Website
117 Human Science Building
East Campus
Lincoln
, NE 68583
Disaster Relief Project - Legal Aid of Nebraska
We build a network of volunteer attorneys across the state. These attorneys offer free legal assistance to victims of state-declared disasters.
Disaster Resource Center - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
The Disaster Resource Center provides information on how to prepare, recover and build long-term resilience during disasters and emergencies.
Division of Biomechanics and Research Development - University of Nebraska Omaha
Housed within the Center is the Machining and Prototyping Research Core. The Machining and Prototyping Research Core involves the use of three major facilities within the University of Nebraska at Omaha Biomechanics Research Building: The Machine Shop, Electronics Workshop, and the 3D Printing Laboratory.
Do Space
Do Space is a technology library open to everyone in Omaha. We provide free access to the latest software, devices, and ultra-fast internet. Our programs and events will provide the support you need to help make you future-ready.
Dundee Venture Capital
Dundee Venture Capital was established to fund entrepreneurs building tech startups in cities like Omaha. With 45 investments and $50M across two funds, the focus is on partnering early with talented tech entrepreneurs in underserved capital markets and working closely with them to build a better future.
Dundy County Chamber of Commerce and Development
Chambers of commerce act as catalysts for growth and prosperity for their communities. They provide critical networking opportunities for businesses at all stages.
e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
Formerly known as the Center for Rural Entrepreneurship, e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems helps communities and regions connect, learn, and share best practices for building sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems across North America.
Early Childhood Training Center - Nebraska Department of Education
The Early Childhood Training Center, part of the Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Early Childhood, provides the state leadership for the Early Learning Connection, Nebraska’s early childhood professional development system.
Early Childhood Training Center
Phone: (402) 557-6880
Website
6949 South 110th Street
La Vista
, NE 68128
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Central
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - High Plains
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Northern
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Omaha
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Panhandle
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Platte Valley
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Early Learning Connection (ELC) - Nebraska Department of Education - Southeast
Nebraska’s Early Learning Connection (ELC) is an integrated system of early childhood professional development. The ELC consists of a statewide hub at the Early Childhood Training Center and seven regional Early Learning Connection partnerships, along with other state and regional partners.
Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center - Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR)- University of Nebraska Lincoln
ENREC was created in 2016 to meet the diverse needs of Nebraska’s rural sector and its growing urban population through the integration of research efforts and valuable programming of Nebraska Extension. ENREC includes the Northeast and Southeast Extension Districts. A third district, the Metro Extension District, was developed to more fully meet the needs of our highly populated urban counties.
Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center
Phone: (402) 624-8037
Website
1071 County Road G
Ithaca
, NE 68033
ECHO Collective - The Refinery
ECHO Collective empowers communities through her opportunities. Our flagship program, The Refinery, provides refugee and immigrant women the opportunity to achieve economic independence and social capital through business education and professional mentorships.
eCommunities - Nebraska Extension
Nebraska Entrepreneurial or eCommunities Program. The E-Communities Program can work with communities in Nebraska for up to two years focusing on entrepreneur-led economic development. This program can help communities wanting to grow a more diverse and successful economy by assisting local entrepreneurial talent. This is a new Nebraska resource and we are looking for communities wanting to partner with us. E-Communities is a program of the University of Nebraska Extension’s Community Vitality Initiative.
Economic Development - Business Retention and Expansion - Omaha Public Power District (OPPD)
The OPPD Economic Development team assists businesses in a number of developmental areas. We can provide information on taxes, transportation, incentives, energy costs and a host of other factors.
Economic Development - Dawson Public Power District
Dawson PPD is committed to improving its communities and bringing new jobs and opportunities to the District’s service area. To accomplish this, Dawson PPD partners with some of the top organizations to provide services that help communities and businesses thrive.
Economic Development - Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) - Columbus
Our economic development team prepares and strengthens communities while focusing on business retention, expansion and attraction activities.
Economic Development - Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) - Lincoln
Our economic development team prepares and strengthens communities while focusing on business retention, expansion and attraction activities.
Economic Development - Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) - Norfolk
Our economic development team prepares and strengthens communities while focusing on business retention, expansion and attraction activities.
Economic Development - Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) - Ogallala
Our economic development team prepares and strengthens communities while focusing on business retention, expansion and attraction activities.
Economic Development - Omaha Public Power District (OPPD)
Our collaborative, innovative economic development team works with and for organizations to find the ideal combination of location, rates, and resources.
eKitchen – Food Entrepreneur Incubator - Twin Cities Development Association, Inc. (TCD)
The TCD kitchen is a food entrepreneur incubator. Created to nurture start-up food companies, the kitchen offers a quality commercial-grade space for food preparation, packaging, and marketing without the costs of a commercial location that may be a barrier for start-up companies. Twin Cities Development (TCD) is the economic development organization for the communities of Gering, Scotts Bluff County, Bayard, and Terrytown in Scotts Bluff County in Western Nebraska.
El Centro de las Américas
n the last 35 years, El Centro de las Américas has provided services in the areas of education, family support, youth empowerment, health, and general client support.
Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program - University of Nebraska Lincoln
The Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program’s mission is to embolden our people on the courageous pursuit of their purpose through the art and practice of entrepreneurship. The Engler Program exists to serve those who dare to forge their own paths, to go beyond the safety of the harbor, and to embrace the roller-coaster experience called entrepreneurship.
Tom Field
Phone: (402) 472-5643
Website
UNL East Campus
201AF Dinsdale Learning Commons
Lincoln
, NE 68583
Enlighten - Nebraska Business Development Center
Enlighten is a virtual library of training videos for entrepreneurs and small businesses across Nebraska. NBDC has partnered with local agencies and subject matter experts to develop training on a variety of topics and disciplines.
Entrepreneur & Community Coaching Network - Center for Rural Affairs
We are unapologetically rural. We stand up for the small family farmer and rancher, new business owner, and rural communities. For more than 45 years, we’ve been a leading force engaging people to build a better rural future. We live this work. Welcome to our rural revolution.
Entrepreneur and Business Startup Program - TCD eCenter - Twin Cities Development Association, Inc. (TCD)
The Twin Cities Development (TCD) eCenter assists existing and startup companies and entrepreneurs by providing resources and assistance in accessing various services. Twin Cities Development (TCD) is the economic development organization for the communities of Gering, Scotts Bluff County, Bayard, and Terrytown in Scotts Bluff County in Western Nebraska.
Entrepreneur Specialist Career Certificate - Metropolitan Community College
Metropolitan Community College is a comprehensive, full-service public community college supported by the taxpayers of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties.
Entrepreneurial Courses - University of Nebraska Omaha
The redesigned Innovation and Entrepreneurship undergraduate curriculum will equip UNO graduates to start and lead companies by developing the full set of skills required.
Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising
Phone: (402) 554-2706
Website
Mammel Hall, Suite 303
6708 Pine Street
Omaha
, NE 68182
Entrepreneurial Living Learning Community (ELLC) - University of Nebraska Omaha
A living learning community designed to support and inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs.
Entrepreneurs Education Collaborative (EEC)
EEC is a cooperative alliance of the Better Business Bureau, Catholic Charities, Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce’s Reach Initiative, Nebraska Enterprise Fund, Nebraska Business Development Center, U.S. Small Business Administration, SCORE Mentors of Omaha, Omaha Public Power District, and Business Ethics Alliance.
Entrepreneurship Center - Central Community College - Columbus
The Entrepreneurship Center is an integral part of the CCC Foundation and CCC. It is under the general direction of a board of directors and staffed by part-time directors. The Entrepreneurship Center partners with several local, state and federal development groups and organizations in providing services.
Entrepreneurship Center - Central Community College - Grand Island
The Entrepreneurship Center is an integral part of the CCC Foundation and CCC. It is under the general direction of a board of directors and staffed by part-time directors. The Entrepreneurship Center partners with several local, state and federal development groups and organizations in providing services.
Entrepreneurship Center - Central Community College - Hastings
The Entrepreneurship Center is an integral part of the CCC Foundation and CCC. It is under the general direction of a board of directors and staffed by part-time directors. The Entrepreneurship Center partners with several local, state and federal development groups and organizations in providing services.
Entrepreneurship Center - Central Community College - Kearney
The Entrepreneurship Center is an integral part of the CCC Foundation and CCC. It is under the general direction of a board of directors and staffed by part-time directors. The Entrepreneurship Center partners with several local, state and federal development groups and organizations in providing services.
Entrepreneurship Center - Southeast Community College - Lincoln
Southeast is a vibrant two-year public institution of higher education serving a primary area of 15 counties in southeast Nebraska: York, Fillmore, Thayer, Seward, Saline, Jefferson, Saunders, Lancaster, Gage, Cass, Johnson, Otoe, Pawnee, Nemaha and Richardson.
Entrepreneurship Courses - University of Nebraska Lincoln
Whether you are a first-year student or a business professional, you can benefit from entrepreneurship courses offered at every level. Experience theory and practice in and out of the classroom with respected faculty and successful business owners.
Entrepreneurship Investigation (ESI) - Nebraska Extension Entrepreneurship and Education - Statewide
EntrepreneurShip Investigation (ESI) is an exciting, interactive, and comprehensive curriculum project designed for youth, ages 10-19. ESI uses a variety of tools to help participants develop their entrepreneurial skills and find their business niche. Through exciting activities, case studies and current technology, participants are transformed into budding entrepreneurs!
Exit and Succession Planning - Nebraska Business Development Center - Grand Island Center - Statewide
Business exit or transition planning for business owners who want to begin executing an exit from their business. NBDC’s program doesn’t replace owner advisors. We make everything the owner and their advisors do more valuable.
Sara Bennett
Phone: (308) 382-9210
Website
Grand Island Chamber of Commerce
309 West 2nd Street
Grand Island
, NE 68801
Exit and Succession Planning - Nebraska Business Development Center - Kearney Center - Statewide
Business exit or transition planning for business owners who want to begin executing an exit from their business. NBDC’s program doesn’t replace owner advisors. We make everything the owner and their advisors do more valuable.
Odee Ingersoll
Phone: (308) 865-8344
Website
University of Nebraska at Kearney, 1917 West 24th Street
West Center Building, Room 127E
Kearney
, NE 68849
Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM)
The Export-Import Bank of the U.S. (EXIM) is the official export credit agency of the U.S supporting American created to support U.S. jobs through exports.
Fairbury Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Falls City Economic Development and Growth Enterprise, Inc. (EDGE)
Falls City EDGE is a 501(C)6 nonprofit/private corporation that encourages economic development and growth to improve the business conditions of the greater Falls City, Nebraska area.
Farm and Ranch Project - Legal Aid of Nebraska
Legal Aid of Nebraska’s Farm and Ranch Project offers free services to individuals and families throughout rural Nebraska, with a particular (though not exclusive) emphasis on agriculture.
Farm and Ranch Information
Phone: (800) 464-0258
Website
The Douglas Building
209 South 19th Street
Omaha
, NE 68102
Farm Service Agency - USDA - Nebraska
Farm Service Agency is equitably serving all farmers, ranchers, and agricultural partners through the delivery of effective, efficient agricultural programs for all Americans.
Farm/Ranch Succession and Transfer Education - Nebraska Extension
Help farms, ranches, businesses, and entrepreneurs improve skills for good family communications/relations, and emphasizing the importance of having a succession/transition plan.
Federal Fidelity Bond Program - Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL)
The Federal Fidelity Bonding Program is a unique hiring tool that provides employers insurance coverage for former offenders during the first six months of employment or job promotion.
Federal Fidelity Bond Information
Phone: (402) 471-9000
Website
550 South 16th Street
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Food Innovation Center - Nebraska Innovation Campus
The NIC Food Innovation Center is a 178,000 square-foot complex serving private/public partnerships. The center provides world-class facilities for the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Food Science and Technology Department and private companies in leased space. It features wet/dry lab research space, food grade/non-food grade pilot plant space, a state-of-the-art distance education classroom and office space.
Food Processing Center - Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) - University of Nebraska Lincoln
Food Processing Center is a multi-disciplinary resource for the food industry, providing a combination of consulting, educational, technical, and business development services. The Center provides a wide range of customizable services, all delivered in a confidential, price-competitive, and timely manner.
Foreign Labor Certification - Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL)
Prior to bringing foreign workers into the US, employers must file a labor certification application with the National Processing Center (NPC) in Chicago (temporary) or Atlanta (for permanent workers).
Forms and Fee Information - Business Services Division - Nebraska Secretary of State
The Nebraska Secretary of State has responsibilities over the following areas: elections, business registrations, occupational licensing, state rules and regulations, records management, international relations and youth civics programs.
FranNet of The Heartland
As franchise broker consultants, we provide Nebraskans education about the franchise world, assistance determining if franchise ownership is the right fit, and identify franchise businesses that offer the best opportunity for success.
Fremont Area Chamber of Commerce
Chambers of commerce act as catalysts for growth and prosperity for their communities. They provide critical networking opportunities for businesses at all stages.
Fuse Coworking
Our mission is to provide a space for a diverse community of Lincoln’s professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, remote workers, and startups to build, connect, collaborate, and create.
Gage Area Growth Enterprise (NGage)
Gage Area Growth Enterprise (NGage) is located in Gage County, Nebraska in the city of Beatrice. NGage is a county-wide economic development group.
Gateway Development Corporation - Washington County
Gateway Development was organized to help grow industry and commercial development in Washington County.
gBETA Lincoln - NMotion
gBETA is a program of nationally ranked startup accelerator gener8tor. gBETA is a free, seven-week accelerator for early-stage companies with local roots. Each program is capped at five teams, and requires no fees and no equity.
Global Market Finder - United States Census Bureau - Denver Regional Office
The Global Market Finder (GMF) is an interactive data visualization tool designed to help businesses learn more about products exported from the United States and their foreign destinations.
International Trade Desk
Phone: (800) 549-0595
Website
6950 West Jefferson Avenue
Suite 250
Denver
, CO 80235
Gothenburg Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce serving the city of Gothenburg and surrounding area.
Grand Island Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Great Plains ADA Center
The Great Plains ADA Center provides information, guidance and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act and related laws to our service region (Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska).
Great Plains ADA Center Information
Phone: (800) 949-4232
Website
100 Corporate Lake Drive
Columbia
, MO 65203
Great Plains Culinary Institute - Southeast Community College - Lincoln
Southeast is a vibrant two-year public institution of higher education serving a primary area of 15 counties in southeast Nebraska.
Greater Fremont Development Council
Fremont, Nebraska is a prosperous, strong and proud community with a fortunate proximity to Omaha, surrounded by the convergence of abundant natural resources, an enterprising spirit and Nebraska values, so you and your business can easily connect to what matters to you. The Greater Fremont Development Council is dedicated to economic development and economic growth throughout our local area.
Greater Omaha Chamber
Chambers of commerce act as catalysts for growth and prosperity for their communities. They provide critical networking opportunities for businesses at all stages.
Greater Omaha WorkLab
Greater Omaha WorkLab (GrOW) is the newest operating member in the Worklab Innovations national nonprofit network that brings together businesses and community resources to enact new ideas and spread solutions.
Gretna Area Chamber of Commerce
We are your business partner in the Gretna School District. Our mission is to CHAMPION business growth by promoting and supporting our members and community as a whole. If you are located in 68028 or 68136, let us help you "Grow with Gretna!"
GROW Nebraska Foundation
We are a nonprofit educational organization, providing marketing and training to individuals and small business owners across Nebraska.
Hartington Economic Development Corporation
The mission of the Hartington Economic Development Corporation is to provide proactive leadership and vision for the City of Hartington that results in perpetuating short and long term sustainable economic growth through job and business growth, a competitive wage scale, suitable housing, a stable population, and fosters and preserves a high quality of life for all citizens.
Economic Development Coordinator
Phone: (402) 254-6357
Website
107 West State Street
Hartington
, NE 68739
Hastings College
Founded in 1882, Hastings College is a private, four-year, residential institution affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA).
Hastings Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Highlander Accelerator
The Accelerator is a community building + space aimed to transform all who enter. An impressive number of organizations are housed within the building and work to connect the community through education, engagement and enrichment.
Highlander Accelerator Information
Phone: (402) 906-5518
Website
2112 North 30th Street
Omaha
, NE 68131
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Nebraska
Chambers of commerce act as catalysts for growth and prosperity for their communities. They provide critical networking opportunities for businesses at all stages.
HoChunk Community Capital, Inc.
Native CDFI [Community Development Financial Institution] serving the Winnebago reservation and adjacent counties with business lending and technical assistance to drive economic development.
Holland Computing Center - University of Nebraska Lincoln
Computing, consulting, training, and data services at UNL and UNO.
Hruska Memorial Library - David City
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Husker Venture Fund
A distinguished, hands-on investment experience for students to foster relationships in the startup community, engage with Nebraska and Midwest entrepreneurial opportunities, and fund home-grown innovative ideas and solutions.
iEXCEL - University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC)
The Interprofessional Experiential Center for Enduring Learning (iEXCEL) program is based on a transformative model for healthcare education, training and research using experiential learning through a wide range of simulation and visualization technologies.
Independent Cattlemen of Nebraska (ICON)
Our mission is to represent independent cattle producers, standing together without the influence of other industry sectors while securing a viable livelihood for present and future generations.
Industrial Agricultural Products Center - Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR)- University of Nebraska Lincoln
The Center’s mission is to improve the agricultural economy by developing new uses for biological materials: agricultural crops and residues, forestry residues, industrial residues, and food waste.
Industry Relations - UNL Office of Research & Economic Development
Industry Relations works with companies of all sizes and UNL faculty & staff to advance public-private partnerships that involve UNL with a focus on research collaborations.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center - Western Nebraska Community College - Sidney
The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center helps entrepreneurs start new businesses in the Cheyenne County area.
Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) - University of Nebraska Lincoln
In the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) we are all about people, and the food, water and natural resources that sustain them.
Insurtech on the Silicon Prairie
A conference bringing national experts, companies and regulators to Nebraska with a focus on the rapidly changing insurance landscape and technology.
Insurtech on the Silicon Prairie Information
Phone: (402) 471-2201
Website
1135 M Street #300
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Intern Nebraska - Nebraska Department of Economic Development
The Intern Nebraska program provides grants to businesses and non-profits who want to create new internships in the state.
International Trade Program - Nebraska Business Development Center
We work with small businesses who are keen on exploring global opportunities. We assist in identifying global markets and market entry strategies.
Eswari Kalugasalam
Phone: (402) 554-6268
Website
University of Nebraska Omaha, 6708 Pine Street, Mammel Hall 200
Omaha
, NE 68182
INVENTURE Day - Nebraska 4-H Extension - Statewide
During the entrepreneurial field day – INVENTURE Day – students familiarize themselves with local businesses and business owners, and identify potential entrepreneurial careers.
Invest Nebraska
Invest Nebraska provides operational assistance and seed capital, develops entrepreneurial/innovation ecosystems, and collaborates with public and private partners across the state to create jobs and ensure prosperity.
Jacht Ad Agency
We’re award-winning. We’re driven. We’re students. Jacht is an advertising agency with a youthful edge that creates strategic and fresh work for our clients.
Jack J. Huck Continuing Education Center - Southeast Community College - Lincoln
Southeast is a vibrant two-year public institution of higher education serving a primary area of 15 counties in southeast Nebraska.
Kaneko - UNO Creativity Library
The KANEKO-UNO Library is a unique space for study, research, and investigation that seeks to inspire people to expand their awareness and knowledge in an atmosphere of flexible learning and creativity.
Kearney Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Keep Local Alive - Omaha
KLA is a social movement to impact local businesses.
Kimball Public Library
Kimball Public Library enriches our community by encouraging and supporting lifelong literacy and learning through free and open access to books, cultural activities and technology. We are proud to include the Kimball Makerspace for the community.
Kitchen Council
We provide access to a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen, educational resources, a member community, events, mentorship and more.
Labor Law - Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL)
The Nebraska Department of Labor (NDOL) provides information related to labor law topics, such as worker rights and state and federal compliance.
Latino Small Business Program - Nebraska Extension - University of Nebraska Lincoln
The Latino Small Business Program offers educational programs for entrepreneurs, business counseling, connections and networking.
Launch LNK
If you’re a startup who wants to build and grow your company in Lincoln, Nebraska, you may be eligible for a spot in this innovative catalyst program.
Christina Oldfather
Phone: (402) 436-2374
Website
3 Landmark Centre
1128 Lincoln Mall, Suite 100
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Dixon County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Lancaster County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Adams County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Cedar County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Dawes County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Dodge County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Douglas-Sarpy County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Holt County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Red Willow County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Scotts Bluff County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Seward County
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Learning Child - Early Childhood Development - Nebraska Extension - Statewide
The Learning Child team with Nebraska Extension supports adults who play a role in young children’s lives providing information and resources about early child development. Adults play a significant role in setting the stage for young children’s lifelong learning, discovery, and success. The Learning Child team is committed to working with you to support the development of young children in your care.
Leon S. McGoogan Health Sciences Library - University of Nebraska Medical Center - Omaha
The Leon S. McGoogan Health Sciences Library, as one of the nation’s major health science libraries, serves the information needs of UNMC students, faculty, and staff, as well as licensed Nebraska health professionals and residents of the state.
Libraries - University of Nebraska Lincoln
University Libraries advances the mission of the University by teaching students to become critical information-users and knowledge creators; through the creation, delivery, curation, and preservation of information resources; through collaborative partnerships in research and creative activities; by advocating for equitable access to information; and by creating diverse and inclusive learning environments.
License and Inspection Portal - One Stop Portal- State of Nebraska
This new portal houses state licensing and inspection services in a one-stop shop. It is a part of our mission to deliver a more effective, more efficient, and more customer-friendly experience for you as we work together to grow Nebraska.
Licensing - Division of Public Health/Licensure Unit - Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
The Department of Health and Human Services team contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives,” provides the motivation to make a difference.
DHHS Licensing Information
Phone: (402) 471-2115
Website
Nebraska State Office Building, 301 Centennial Mall South, 1st Floor
Lincoln
, NE 68508
Lied Pierce Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Lied Scottsbluff Public Library
Public libraries are learning centers that provide information for residents to meet their personal, educational, and professional needs, including access to print materials, internet, and technology. A makerspace is available to create and learn.
Lincoln Chamber of Commerce
Chambers of commerce act as catalysts for growth and prosperity for their communities. They provide critical networking opportunities for businesses at all stages.
Lincoln Entrepreneur Network
This event series brings together free service organizations and business owners in one space to learn and connect in a casual atmosphere. This event is brought to you in partnership with the Center for Rural Affairs and Turbine Flats.
Katie Hundt
Phone:
2124 Y Street
Lincoln
, NE 68503
