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Newsletter, Jan. 29 – NaviSavi

NaviSavi is a Nebraska-based travel tech startup using user-generated videos to help travelers plan and book their trips. Founded in 2018 by Oxford native Sally Bunnell, the company has already earned global recognition.

Read more about NaviSavi to learn how user-generated content is redefining the travel industry.

Upcoming Events

  • You’re invited to the Building Startup Communities with Techstars virtual event on Thursday, January 30 and Thursday, February 6.
  • Join the attorneys at Baird Holm LLP for a free, three part virtual series on essential legal considerations for Small Business and Entrepreneurs on Tuesday, February 4, 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Engage with Ervin and Smith for a hands-on Lunch and Learn session on digital advertising strategies that actually work at Elevator in Omaha on Tuesday, February 4, 11 a.m to 1 p.m.
  • Join the VC Office Hours – Nebraska Startup Academy to network, co-work and answer founder and investor questions at Millwork Commons in Omaha on Wednesday, February 5, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
  • The upcoming free virtual cohort of University of Nebraska-Lincoln I-Corps – Introduction to Customer Discovery kicks off Thursday, February 13.

See more events on SPN »

ICYMI: Updates from around the ecosystem

  • The Greater Omaha Chamber launched its economic blueprint for 2025-27 to boost business and reverse a talent shortage. 
  • This week’s Prairie Portrait features Stacy Dam, co-founder and CEO of Set Your Sites.
  • A new enterprise financing program funds student entrepreneurs at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  • Nebraska companies, strapped for workers, face “mild concern to abject terror” as immigration crackdown begins, writes Flatwater Free Press
  • Ho-Chunk CEO says the company has done well over 30 years, but can do more, writes the Nebraska Examiner.

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Until next week!

Sincerely,

Ani Schutz, Reporter

Ani Schutz, Reporter

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