Nebraska Business Development Center

Nebraska Business Development Center With offices across the state, NBDC consultants help Nebraska businesses start, grow, and develop.

Experienced certified consultants provide confidential, impartial consulting services and educational opportunities for established and start up businesses, as well as researchers, entrepreneurs and professionals. Contact NBDC for help with lean management, government contracting, export assistance, small business loans, federal grants, sustainability, and more.

08/25/2026

Welcome to the NBDC team! 👏

We're thrilled to introduce two new team members who will be supporting Nebraska businesses while gaining hands-on experience beyond the classroom.

Chisom Anyaegbunam joins the Nebraska APEX Accelerator as a Graduate Assistant and is studying Data Science with a concentration in Business at University of Nebraska at Omaha.

"I'm most excited about the opportunity to connect Nebraska entrepreneurs with resources that will support the state's economic development and strengthen local communities."

Harley Le joins NBDC as an SBDC Student Worker and is studying Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting, Business Finance, Banking & Financial Markets, and Investment Science & Portfolio Management, plus a minor in Management Information Systems.

"I'm most excited about gaining hands-on consulting experience and helping small businesses develop and grow."

We're so excited to have them on the team and look forward to the impact they'll make for Nebraska's entrepreneurs and small businesses.

👇 Join us in giving Chisom and Harley a warm welcome!

Big congratulations to Chuck Beck! 🎉While attending the 2026 National APEX Accelerator Alliance - NAPEX National Confere...
08/20/2026

Big congratulations to Chuck Beck! 🎉

While attending the 2026 National APEX Accelerator Alliance - NAPEX National Conference, Chuck was honored with the NAPEX Outstanding Member Achievement Award!

We are grateful for Chuck's commitment to helping Nebraska businesses succeed and are proud to see his work recognized on the nation stage.

💜 A food trailer found on Facebook Marketplace became a thriving Chadron business.That's how The Wandering Lilac began. ...
08/18/2026

💜 A food trailer found on Facebook Marketplace became a thriving Chadron business.

That's how The Wandering Lilac began.

After moving to Nebraska for college, Rylee Greiman saw a gap in the market for healthy food options and decided to meet the need. With the support from family, her community, and NBDC, Rylee grew The Wandering Lilac from food trailer to storefront in downtown Chadron.

Even better? The business is named after Rylee's grandmothers who taught her the value of hard work, optimism, and perseverance.

👉 Read The Wandering Lilac's full story: https://www.unomaha.edu/nebraska-business-development-center/news/2026/08/wandering-lilac.php

Family businesses aren't just businessesThey are livelihoods, legacies, and often a source of pride when passed on to th...
07/24/2026

Family businesses aren't just businesses

They are livelihoods, legacies, and often a source of pride when passed on to the next generation.

But here's the thing many owners don't realize: a successful family business transition often takes 5-10 years of planning.

In his latest Omaha Magazine guest column, NBDC's Odee Ingersoll shares practical advice on preparing your business, successors, and family for the future.

- Start planning early
- Prepare future leaders
- Strengthen the business financially
- Protect family relationships along the way

Read the full column below 👇

When your mom tells you, "Just do it." You just do it 🫡That encouragement sparked the beginning of The Vine, Jennifer Pr...
07/21/2026

When your mom tells you, "Just do it." You just do it 🫡

That encouragement sparked the beginning of The Vine, Jennifer Prince's specialty plant shop, which opened it's doors in April 2026 in North Platte's Historic Canteen District.

"Jennifer transformed a personal passion into a business that is already making an impact in downtown North Platte," said Moraine Davis-Magnuson.

🌱 Keep reading Jennifer's story and all cool things The Vine is doing. Link in the comments below 👇

07/17/2026

👋 University of Nebraska at Omaha graduate students - we're hiring!

Join the APEX Accelerator team at NBDC and gain hands-on experience helping Nebraska businesses navigate government contracting opportunities.

As an APEX Graduate Assistant, you'll:
- Work alongside business consultants across Nebraska
- Support small businesses pursuing federal, state, and local contracts
- Conduct research and market analysis
- Build valuable consulting and client-facing experience

📍Mammel Hall
⏰ 20 hours/week
💰 Monthly stipend

Applicants must be current UNO master's students or enrolled in the UNO master's program for Fall '26

Interested? DM us for the link to apply!

✨ Behind every successful project is someone helping keep the wheels turning, and for SourceLink Nebraska this spring, t...
07/15/2026

✨ Behind every successful project is someone helping keep the wheels turning, and for SourceLink Nebraska this spring, that was Sam Williams!

This spring, Sam joined NBDC as a SourceLink Nebraska intern and quickly became a key asset to our team. Her primary project was taking the lead on our three-part 'Pop-Up & Profit' workshop series.

As NBDC North Omaha Operations Director and SourceLink Nebraska Lead Navigator, Brandi OMalley-Tarpley, shared: "Sam’s leadership, work ethic, and authentic connection with our community made a meaningful impact on both our team and the entrepreneurs we serve."

Thank you Sam for your hard work and dedication. We can't wait to see what's next for you! 🫶

Today we recognize Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States. We honor this important moment ...
06/19/2026

Today we recognize Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States.

We honor this important moment in our nation’s history and reflect on its lasting significance.

🖤 ❤️ 💚

A conference dedicated to driving Nebraska businesses forward? Sign us up! ✋ Last week, our team joined fellow economic ...
06/16/2026

A conference dedicated to driving Nebraska businesses forward? Sign us up! ✋

Last week, our team joined fellow economic developers at the Nebraska Economic Developers Association (NEDA) Conference! The week was jam packed with educational sessions, impactful connections, and lasting partnerships.

Thank you NEDA and Kearney for hosting us! 👏

When Bret Wade founded BW Lawn Sprinklers in 1994, he started with little more than an old pickup truck, decades of irri...
06/10/2026

When Bret Wade founded BW Lawn Sprinklers in 1994, he started with little more than an old pickup truck, decades of irrigation experience, and a relentless work ethic. Over the next thirty years, Wade built more than a lawn sprinkler company. He built relationships.

In working with SBDC's Consultant, Elyse Whittemore, BW Lawn Sprinklers now looks forward to carrying a 30-year legacy forward.

👉 Read BW Lawn Sprinkler's full story: https://www.unomaha.edu/nebraska-business-development-center/news/2026/06/bw-sprinklers.php

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