2024 News Release Archive
From Law Enforcement to Candle Entrepreneur: The Story of Love Ewe Candles' Rapid Rise
October 23, 2024Jenna Thayer launched Love Ewe Candles in her hometown of Glenvil, a company built on hand-poured, all-natural soy candles.
Emmy Nomination Further Recognizes Creative Work of Digital Moxie Studio
October 16, 2024Towne and Digital Moxie Studio are receiving accolades and recognition for their video and film productions.
Values, Exceptional Service Keep Hill Bros. on the Road
September 16, 2024Hill Bros, a company that provides dry van and refrigerated trucking services to a wide variety of customers, has been able to distinguish themselves through exceptional service.
Daycos Keeps Payment Processes Moving For Global Transportation Companies
September 11, 2024Known today as Daycos and situated since 1980 in Norfolk, Neb., the company provides transportation revenue solutions from full-service billing services to self-billing software.
Score the World’s Largest Customer at Meet the Buyers Event
September 03, 2024Meet the Buyers is an event that allows Nebraska businesses to connect directly with buyers at government agencies.
DARO Systems Aims to Prevent Swine Disease Outbreaks Through Whole-Herd, Multi-Pathogen Surveillance
August 07, 2024DARO Systems Founder Kristen Bernhard is solving one of the livestock industry's biggest challenges: eliminating the threat of outbreaks that can devastate herds and cost billions.
Nebraska Innovation Labs Serves Entrepreneurs, Builds Tech Workforce to Help Nurture Ecosystem
July 17, 2024Just as with the entrepreneurs it helps to find success, Nebraska Innovation Labs has taken an idea and developed it into a resource for business hopefuls, and opportunities for young tech talent in the state.
Serving as Real-World Business Consultants Takes NBDC Graduate Assistants Beyond the Classroom
July 11, 2024Ghaith Al Saifi, Samiat Ajao, and Ola Babalola are graduate students using their skills to make an impact on real businesses in Nebraska.
Local Art Plug Connects Artists and Musicians With Audiences Eager to Support Creativity
July 10, 2024Xavier Jackson, founder of Local Art Plug, has found a creative way to promote local artists and musicians by connecting them digitally and physically with audiences eager to support their work.
Aster’s Foods and Smokehouse in Sidney Serves Tradition, Quality on Every Plate
June 25, 2024A chef for 16 years, dietitian for nearly a decade, and an award-winning barbeque pitmaster for more than eight years, Ivory Scott has a resume as rich as the BBQ sauces he makes and bottles at Aster's Foods.
Business Law Professor, Attorney, Bringing Business Expertise to Northern Panhandle Region
June 18, 2024Nicholas Fisher has been named the Center Director for the North Panhandle Region of Nebraska's SBDC program.
e3 Initiative Aims to Build Local Economy Ecosystems
May 29, 2024SourceLink Nebraska partners with organizations like Cheyenne County's e3 initiative, connecting business owners and entrepreneurs to the resources they need.
Nebraska Enterprise Fund Fuels New Businesses Through Development Services and Financing
May 29, 2024The Nebraska Enterprise Fund has been providing capital, training, mentoring and technical assistance to support entrepreneurs and new businesses for more than 30 years and continues to expand its product offerings and services to small business owners across the state.
Innovation & Technology Program Connects Entrepreneurs with Opportunities
May 29, 2024NBDC's Innovation and Technology Program helps Nebraska entrepreneurs connect to the funding, resources, and networks they need to commercialize their innovative products and services.
Bluestem Biosciences’ Renewable Chemicals Aim to Benefit the Environment, Ag Industry
May 28, 2024Bluestem Biosciences is creating a more sustainable future by developing chemicals from micro-organisms instead of oil.
Nebraska APEX Accelerator Program Puts Government Opportunities Front and Center
May 28, 2024The Nebraska APEX Accelerator provides no-cost support to help businesses navigate the world of government contracting.
Al’s Old House Repairs Restores Beauty, History with Next 100 Years in Mind
May 28, 2024Armando "Al" Leal's company, Al's Old House Repairs, specializes in restoring historic buildings to their original beauty.
Prescription Pyro Sparks Second Company Whose Mission is Wildfire Prevention
May 16, 2024The proven need for wildfire suppression and prevention services offered by Prescription Pyro, LLC, is prompting founder and owner Bob Harrold of Broken Bow to launch a second company dedicated to prevention through the removal of woody encroachment. These efforts led Harrold to being named the 2023 NBDC Government Contractor of the Year.
With Nebraska SBDC, it’s One-on-One, Not One-and-Done
May 16, 2024NBDC's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Consultants offer support for the entire life of your business, whether you're just getting started, ready to grow, or are ready to transition to the next generation of ownership.
Patty’s Childcare Centers Fill a Growing Need
May 16, 2024Gloria Patricia Avalos is the owner of Patty's Childcare Centers in Papillion and Omaha. She is NBDC's 2023 Champion of Small Business.
Benjamin Benton Providing No-Cost Business Consulting as New NBDC Northeast Center Director
April 29, 2024Benjamin Benton has been named the new Northeast Nebraska Center Director for the Small Business Development Center program of the Nebraska Business Development Center
Oneway Network Security & Construction Solutions, Es La Empresa de redes y seguridad informática en Grand Island construyendo reputación con atención al detalle
April 17, 2024Un negocio que comenzó en el garaje del propietario es ahora una próspera firma de servicios de Tecnología de la Información (TI) que está haciendo crecer su lista de clientes satisfechos y dando a los profesionales de TI una oportunidad de empleo dentro de la comunidad de Grand Island.
Government Contracting Opportunities Have a Dynamic Impact on Winnebago Tribe
April 17, 2024The success of Blue Sky Dynamic Group in securing government contracts is building the nationwide reputation of its subsidiaries – Dynamic Systems, Inc. and Prairie Ridge Solutions – and benefitting the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska.
Grand Island IT Networking and Security Firm Building Reputation on Attention to Detail
April 17, 2024A business that began in the Rick Aguilera's garage is now a busy Information Technology services firm growing its list of satisfied customers and giving IT professionals an opportunity for employment within the Grand Island community.
Family Room App Eases the Stress, Uncertainty Families Can Face in a Hospital Experience
April 05, 2024Family Room, co-founded by Dr. Breanna Hetland and Greg Nelson, is a user-friendly way to alleviate the stress and confusion of these hospital situations.
Governor Pillen and the Nebraska Business Development Center Recognize Business Award Winners
March 27, 2024Governor Jim Pillen, Nebraska Economic Development Director K.C. Belitz, and Executive Dan Curran announced the 2023 NBDC Business Award Winners and released NBDC's annual economic impact numbers.
International Women’s Day Puts Spotlight on Nebraska’s Women-Owned Businesses
February 29, 2024International Women’s Day is on March 8. NBDC is celebrating the significant contributions of women-owned businesses in Nebraska.
Nebraska APEX Accelerator Part of "One-Stop" Office Hours for Business Owners
February 27, 2024The Nebraska APEX Accelerator, in partnership with other resource organizations, will participate in Banker, Accounting, Insurance, Legal (B.A.I.L.) Open Office Hours in Omaha.
Service, Unique ‘Tasting Card’ Concept Tap into Sales at Bottles & Barrels, LLC
February 02, 2024The opportunity to “try it before you buy it” is drawing cheers from a growing list of customers at Bottles & Barrels, LLC, a year-old business in the Elkhorn area featuring a wide array of beers, wines and spirits available for sampling.
Family-Owned Sidetracks Liquor in Gordon Supports Organizations that Enrich Community
January 08, 2024A family-owned liquor store in Gordon, Neb., has become a popular destination for area residents and a welcome source of support for community events, schools and other local organizations.
Embolden Network Links Entrepreneurial Spirits Through Monthly Networking, Educational Events
January 02, 2024Entrepreneurs helping other entrepreneurs is the idea behind the Embolden Network, a vibrant organization founded by two small business owners, Dayana Hurtado and Alejandra Valdez.
A-Team Cleaning Takes the Time to Tackle the Grime
January 02, 2024Ashley Graham is the founder of A-Team Cleaning, a Lincoln company that offers residential and commercial cleaning.