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FREE VIRTUAL EEC LUNCH AND LEARN?? Learn from Prashnna Ghimire, Artificial Intelligence Specialist with over six years of research experience and industry practice across international markets as he shares how AI applications and data-driven approaches can be implemented to business operations for better outcomes and efficiency. Perfect for entrepreneurs and growth-focused professionals ?? ?? March 11, 2025 ?? 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST Register now ?? https://bit.ly/MarchEEC #eec2025 #EntrepreneursEducationCollaborative #Entrepreneurship #NebraskaEntrepreneurs Omaha Human Rights and Relations Greater Omaha Chamber SourceLink Nebraska Nebraska Business Development Center Nebraska Enterprise Fund Catholic Charities Omaha Omaha Public Power District SCORE Mentors Business Ethics Alliance GROW Nebraska Women's Business Center Center for Rural Affairs GROW Nebraska MCL Construction FranNet Alejandra Jimenez Travis Blakely Mallory Cranwell Scott Asmus Brandi OMalley-Tarpley Kiley Phelps, MBA Alan Martinez, MBA Carlos Garzon James Caraway II James A. Reiff Melissa G. Aaron Davis Blake Martin, CFE Jessica Schaaf Winsley Durand III EDMP Ryan C.

?? Attention Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners in Norfolk and Surrounding Communities! ?? Looking for expert guidance to start or grow your business? SourceLink Nebraska is hosting open office hours at the Norfolk Area Chamber on Tuesday, March 4th, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – and walk-ins are welcome! ?? Need help with funding? ?? Looking for marketing or business planning support? ?? Have legal, tax, or workforce questions? SourceLink Nebraska will connect you with subject matter experts to help with whatever your business needs! Whether you live in Norfolk, Madison, Battle Creek, Stanton, Pierce, Wayne, or beyond, this is a great opportunity to access valuable business resources. ?? Where? Norfolk Area Chamber ?? When? Tuesday, March 4th | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM ? Walk-ins welcome – no appointment needed! To help us better serve you, please let us know if you’re planning to meet with us! Pre-register here: https://lnkd.in/gv5TUXeJ Tag a fellow business owner who should stop by! Let’s build stronger businesses together! ???? Nebraska Business Development Center Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce Norfolk Area Economic Development Council Intersect Coworking and Incubator Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast GROW Nebraska Entrepreneur's Education Collaborative

?? New Curriculum: Raising a Seed Round ?? Fundraising as an early-stage founder isn’t about fitting into set rounds — it’s about securing the right capital to reach key milestones. The early stages can be confusing without a roadmap, so, in this module, we've outlined a common Midwest startup path, tips for tracking investor conversations, fundraise timelines, and more: ?? Round Names Matter Less Than You Think – Focus on fundraising strategy and key milestones over labels like F&F, pre-seed, or seed. ?? Creating a Fundraising Timeline – Fundraising takes time; expect 50–150+ meetings to close a round. ?? Investor Targeting & Follow-Ups – Build momentum with strategic outreach and consistent updates. ?? Structuring Your Fundraise – Midwest startups often raise in stages, with one option being to use SAFEs early on to secure capital and build traction. Now available on the Nebraska Startup Academy platform. More details in the comments below ??

?? Supporting Local Business in Scottsbluff! ?? One of my favorite stops, when I’m in Scottsbluff/Gering, is Cappuccino and Company—nothing beats a great cup of coffee before sitting down with local entrepreneurs and business owners to talk about starting and growing businesses. If you’re thinking about launching or expanding your business, I’d love to chat! Stop by the Scottsbluff/Gering United Chamber of Commerce today (2/26) or tomorrow (2/27) between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM and ask for Scott. Let’s talk about ideas, opportunities, and making things happen! ???? To register, please visit https://lnkd.in/gYkUpv7D #ShopLocal #ScottsbluffBusiness #Entrepreneurship #LetsTalkBusiness Nebraska Business Development Center SCOTTSBLUFF-GERING UNITED CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Twin Cities Development GROW Nebraska City of Scottsbluff, Nebraska - Government

Entrepreneurs & Business Owners—We’re Here to Help! Looking for guidance on starting or growing your business? SourceLink Nebraska is offering free resource coaching to help you navigate the path to success. ?? Where: Scottsbluff/Gering United Chamber of Commerce ?? When: February 25th, 26th, and 27th ? Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Meet with Scott Asmus, Program Director of SourceLink Nebraska, during open office hours to discuss your entrepreneurial and business needs. Whether you're exploring a business idea, expanding an existing business, or looking for connections to valuable business resources, we’re here to support you. No appointment necessary—just stop by and let’s talk about your business goals! To register, please visit, https://lnkd.in/gYkUpv7D #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessSupport #NebraskaBusiness #BusinessGrowth #SourceLinkNebraska SCOTTSBLUFF-GERING UNITED CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Nebraska Business Development Center City of Scottsbluff, Nebraska - Government Twin Cities Development GROW Nebraska Nebraska Extension Jordan Diedrich Jodi Lewellen

Join us for an insightful Lunch & Learn on Tuesday, Mar. 4th from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm at Elevator. Discover 'Small Biz, Big Protection: Insurance Made Simple' with experts Matt Boulay and Zach Dettmer from Gallagher. ?? Lunch is provided—reserve your spot today at https://lnkd.in/dYpupM2T #SmallBusiness #InsuranceTips #LunchAndLearn

??Come see us during the Twin Cities Development Association's Business Connect Week, beginning February 24. Come meet with Scott Asmus of NBDC's SourceLink Nebraska program to connect with hundreds of Nebraska resources. “Yes, we have a virtual presence, but we’re looking for ways to enter the community and provide personalized support as well,” says Asmus. "The team at SourceLink Nebraska will often directly reach out to resource providers that we recommend to business owners. Instead of only sharing resources, we help build connections." https://hubs.ly/Q0360g0T0

The University of Nebraska Medical Center is developing a 30-acre district designed to facilitate the growth of research and innovation. The EDGE District will allow entrepreneurs, investors and inventors to collaborate in areas such as health-related research, digital health, smart device technologies and related field—fostering innovation in the health care sector. Learn more: https://ow.ly/cmZA50V3aL1

A huge thank you to SCORE Mentors and its incredible team for recognizing the Greater Omaha Chamber’s REACH program and the work we do during their Mentor Recognition Dinner last week. It was truly an honor to be surrounded by such dedicated and inspiring individuals. Thank you Janell Anderson Ehrke with GROW Nebraska Women's Business Center for sharing your program’s mission and exploring ways we can work together to better support the communities we serve. I appreciate the insight and collaboration! I’m excited for the opportunity to collaborate and support businesses across the Omaha metro and beyond. Here’s to a continued partnership and to finding new ways to grow together! Cheers to the impact we’ll continue making! Allan Hale, Makayla Leiting, Scott Asmus #Collaboration #SmallBusinessSuccess #REACHProgram

SourceLink Nebraska is hitting the road and offering open office hours for resource coaching from February 25th through February 27th at the Scottsbluff/Gering United Chamber of Commerce. If you are starting or growing a business in the Scottsbluff/Gering area, stop in and get connected! Also, SourceLink Nebraska will be available at the Business Resource Fair hosted by Twin Cities Development on Monday, February 24th. If you have not registered for this event, please see the link below. To register for open office hours, please visit https://lnkd.in/gYkUpv7D To register for the Business Resource Fair, please visit https://lnkd.in/gnJQa4QA Nebraska Business Development Center SCOTTSBLUFF-GERING UNITED CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Twin Cities Development City of Scottsbluff, Nebraska - Government