The Greater Omaha Chamber announced on Thursday that regional capital investment exceeded $1.4 billion in 2018, bolstered by economic development projects that included 33 new-to-market companies and business expansions.
The investment total includes capital investments, angel capital, new-to-market businesses and additional six-county accomplishments.
More than 101 startups, fueled by angel/venture capital investment in excess of $145 million, also contributed to 2018 achievements.
The investment totals can be found in the Greater Omaha Chamber’s annual report.
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“Collaborative work is about the power of ‘we,’ about creating successful outcomes together,” said David G. Brown, president and CEO, Greater Omaha Chamber, adding “engaging partners to make a difference.”
Omaha was named the 2018 “Best New City for College Grads to Start Their Careers” by Zip Recruiter, and Fortune called it the No. 5 “City Where Employees are the Happiest.”
Additional annual report data indicated the region’s multi-partner REACH initiative, a multi-faceted program designed to connect small and emerging businesses with business education, technical assistance and capital, facilitated 26 startups; while the region’s largest two-state food incubator, Kitchen Council, launched, offering members access to a fully equipped commercial kitchen and a foothold in the new food economy.
