Local Links OUR Supporting Team Members and Economic Development Resources In Nebraska, we are fortunate to have a strong back-up team to assist us in our economic development efforts. They are available to help on several levels. These members include:
State:
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) is the official lead economic development agency for Nebraska. DED’s emphasis is growing and diversifying the state’s “economic base,” bringing new dollars into the state. http://www.neded.org/
Starting a business? Check out http://www.neded.org/content/view/89/162/
Looking to see how it can be more advantageous to operate your business in Nebraska? Check out:
NEDCO specializes in long-term loans with fixed favorable interest rates and low down payments. By offering these loans, they strive to assist growing businesses and improve the overall economic conditions in Nebraska. The main contact for SBA504 loans. http://www.nedcoloans.org/
Regional:
I2E Club: Southeast Nebraska has launched an Inventors, Investors and Entrepreneurs Club (I2E Club).The club focuses on building an entrepreneurial culture in Southeast Nebraska. The I2E Club is designed to foster innovation while providing individuals of all ages with the opportunity to pursue their passion in a supportive and helpful environment. http://www.i2eclub.org
Rural Enterprise Assistance Program (REAP) http://www.cfra.org/reap/home REAP can help you create a business plan, research potential markets and marketing ideas, discuss management issues with experienced business specialists, and apply for a small business loan.
Southeast Nebraska Development District: The Southeast Nebraska Development District (SENDD) is a voluntary association of counties and municipalities. They offer financing for businesses through their Intermediary Revolving loan fund. Call for details: 402.475.2560. http://www.senddonline.com/
Local:
City of Nebraska City
www.NebraskaCity.com
Otoe County
http://www.co.otoe.ne.us/
Nebraska City Tourism & Commerce, Inc.
www.NebraskaCity.com
Links to additional Resources:
Bureau of Business Research
Business Information Center-SCORE
Congressman Jeff Fortenberry
Internal Revenue Service
Nebraska Business Development Center
Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Nebraska Business Toolkit
Nebraska Council on Economic Education
Nebraska Department of Revenue
Nebraska Department of Roads
NebraskaEdge Program
Nebraska Energy Office
Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA)
Nebraska Job Opportunities
Nebraska Rural Development (USDA)
Nebraska Tourism
Nebraska State Fire Marshal
Nebraska Department of Environmental Quality
Nebraska Workforce Development
Nemaha Natural Resources District
Nebraska Environmental Trust
Small Business Administration (SBA)
Small Business Administration (SBAM)
Social Security Administration
University of Nebraska Center for Applied Innovation
University of Nebraska Center for Entrepreneurship
University of Nebraska Center for Public Affairs Research
University of Nebraska Center for Rural Research & Development
University of Nebraska Food Processing Center
US Census Bureau
US Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration (EDA)
US Department of Commerce
US Department of Labor
US Senator Ben Nelson
USDA Rural Financing Programs