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Four Nebraska innovators join Pipeline’s 2025 cohort
Four founders from Nebraska were selected to join the Kansas City-based Pipeline Entrepreneurs network. The program is designed to support high-growth entrepreneurs in the Midwest though a year-long series of training and ongoing mentorship.
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Gener8tor launches free career skills training and placement services in Omaha and Lincoln
The gener8tor Skills Accelerator Program is designed to support underemployed and unemployed individuals in mid-level careers with job preparation, exploration and placement assistance. The free program is self-paced and offered virtually. Applications are open through Monday, January 20.
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Recurring Startup Events Guide
The Nebraska startup ecosystem has a variety of organized events to bring entrepreneurs, experts, community members and resources together in one space. Here is a list of current weekly and monthly gatherings open to the public.
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Deadline extended for Nebraska talent recruitment funding proposals
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development extended the submission deadline to Friday, December 20 for communities, businesses and other organizations that want to propose creative ideas to strengthen Nebraska’s workforce.
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Five Things: Heartland Robotics and Automation Conference
Robotics and AI are reshaping industries and opening new opportunities. From precision farming to surgical innovations in space, the Heartland Robotics and Automation conference demonstrated the Midwest’s growing influence in technology and its commitment to fostering education and collaboration.
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Competing in the 10 Hour Challenge as a “non-technical” person
Is it possible to have an enjoyable experience — or perhaps even win — a hackathon if you’re “not a techinical person”? SPN reporter Ani Schutz and reporting intern Ben Goeser sought to answer that question at the 10 Hour Challenge during Silicon Prairie Startup Week.
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The winner of the 2024 SPSW Pitch Competition is…
FindU won the $10,000 Grand Prize and OMEDUS was selected as the people’s choice winner at the Silicon Prairie Startup Week Pitch Competition. Keep reading to see the top five finalists.
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The Combine partners with Nebraska Startup Academy to support AgTech founders
Nebraska Startup Academy and The Combine announce details of a new partnership to benefit Nebraska founders.
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1 Million Cups Omaha leadership change
1 Million Cups Omaha organizers stepped down on Wednesday and welcomed the next group of community members to take their place. The new team will continue to run the weekly event series to offer local entrepreneurs a space to connect and share resources.
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Applications open for 2025 LaunchLNK startup grants
The 2025 LaunchLNK grant application is open through Nov. 25. The Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development program will award six early-stage companies $20,000 in non-dilutive funding and an additional $15,000 in resources.