Conference aims to boost entrepreneurship in Nebraska
Lincoln, Nebraska, July 18, 2025 — The fourth annual Nebraska Small Business Conference is coming to Grand Island, Lincoln and Omaha in August. Focused on entrepreneurship education, the conference will be held in English and Spanish and caters to new entrepreneurs through seasoned business owners.
Centered on this year’s theme, “Adaptation, Innovation, Evolution,” keynote speakers, industry experts and successful entrepreneurs will share personal experiences, innovative strategies and creative tools to help strengthen and grow Nebraska businesses. Attendees can also network with other entrepreneurs.
“After four years, this conference is now an event that many of Nebraska’s entrepreneurs look forward to,” said Sandra Barrera, the Rural Prosperity Nebraska Extension educator coordinating the conference. “Our theme, ‘Adaptation, Innovation, Evolution,’ is about preparing for the future of business starting now. We adapt to change, innovate with purpose and evolve as leaders and entrepreneurs. This conference is a launchpad to build a stronger, more resilient and visionary tomorrow for Nebraska’s entrepreneurial community.”
A goal of the conference is to address the unique challenges and opportunities Nebraska’s entrepreneurs face, while sharing insight and applications for continued success. Social media trends, marketing and loan applications are among the session topics.
Between sessions, attendees can visit an exhibitor hall and explore products and services from local businesses and organizations that cater to entrepreneurs.
The conference is organized through Rural Prosperity Nebraska’s Small Business Program, which provides business development guidance to immigrant entrepreneurs interested in creating their own businesses in Nebraska. Through educational courses and trainings, the program equips entrepreneurs and business owners with knowledge for each step of the business-creation process.
This year, the conference will take place in three locations, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
> Grand Island, Hall County Extension Office, 3180 U.S. Highway 34, Aug. 2
> Lincoln, City Campus, Nebraska Union, Centennial Room, 1400 R St., Aug. 9
> Omaha, The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 2825 Y St., Aug. 16
For more information on the Nebraska Small Business Program, visit the Rural Prosperity Nebraska website.
To register, click here.