Success Stories
Learn All Things Digital: Maria Elena Duron Headlining 2022 MarkeTech
Maria Elena Duron will return to Nebraska for the first time since 2018 to bring her wealth of knowledge in all aspects of digital initiatives for any sized business
GROW Nebraska Welcomes Two New Board Members and Several Officers
GROW Nebraska welcomes two new board members and several officers bringing with them more knowledge about Nebraska, and it’s economy.
The Joy of Gifting Local
Between reports of shipping delays, supply chain issues, and travel restrictions this year, it was clear that many people were worried about holiday shopping… but here at GROW Nebraska, we know that gifting local is the only option you never have to worry about!
GROW Nebraska Foundation launches Google Training Series in English and Spanish
The GROW Nebraska Foundation along with the Nebraska Enterprise Fund is thrilled to announce starting Wednesday, February 2, 2022, a monthly Google training series will be offered in English and Spanish. The trainings will be presented by certified Google Grow Your Business trainers Dave Meyer and Sixica Devine.
MarkeTech 2022 Request for Presentations
Request for Presentations are OPEN for the 2022 MarkeTech Conference Request for Presentations are OPEN for the 2022 MarkeTech Conference Kearney, Neb. – GROW Nebraska builds a compelling annual event called MarkeTech featuring speakers with a wide range of...
Senator Deb Fischer visits the GROW Nebraska Women’s Business Center
Senator Deb Fischer is committed to seeing small business owners receive access to the resources needed to not only keep their doors open, but to also help them grow! She has be a driving force in the GNWBC and continues to support it.
Little Town Gardens/Farmers Market 365
Little Town Gardens/Farmers Market 365 At GROW Nebraska, we love watching our members enjoy success while lifting up other entrepreneurs in the process. GROW member Little Town Gardens is doing exactly that with their Farmers Market 365 program. What began as...
Metro Omaha Women’s Business Center Holds Masquerade Ball and Auction
Metro Omaha Women’s Business Center Holds Masquerade Ball and Auction We’re excited to share information about the upcoming Masquerade Ball and Auction being held by the Metro Omaha Women’s Business Center (MOWBC) on Saturday, January 22, 2022 @ 5:30 pm - 11:30...
An Example in Service: Veteran Roofing
Originally founded in 2014 as Veterans 4 Veterans, and rebranded as Veteran Roofing & Construction in 2019, this company has spent the last seven years providing high-quality roofing and construction services to customers in central Nebraska.
GROW Nebraska Women’s business center hires Eden Butler as new client coordinator/office assistant
Eden Butler joined the GNWBC team on Oct. 12, bringing years of experience in both administration and marketing to the position.
Brownie Bar expanding with new location in West Omaha
When it was time to expand, how did Michael and Jim decide where the next location would be? They took it to Facebook and let the people decide.
BC Clark joins GROW Nebraska board as newest advisor
The GROW Nebraska Board of Directors is excited to welcome BC Clark, a longtime champion for small businesses in Nebraska, as its newest advisor.
Support local this holiday season with GROW Nebraska gift boxes
The GROW Nebraska Foundation is offering shoppers an easy way to make sure they’re supporting their state with customizable gift boxes.
Women entrepreneurs learn and network at GNWBC Sip & Learn events
As an organization, GROW Nebraska strives to be a useful business resource to the entrepreneurs in our state, and the Nebraska Women’s Business Center’s Sip & Learn events have been a fun, accessible addition to these efforts.
How HayBale Banners, LLC turned a Nebraska fixture into an innovative business model
By identifying an untapped need, and combining his creativity with the resources he had at hand, Rodney Keiser has managed to build a successful business that is both unique and relevant to our area: the Heartland of America.
The Refinery and From Nebraska Gift Shop work together to help women start their own small businesses
With The Refinery, Kelly has built a resource that not only provides education and assistance in the establishment and running of a small business, but also a support network for the women who are participating in this program.
Nebraska State Fair once-a-year opportunity for GROW members to get statewide exposure
“This event provides a great opportunity for our members to form new relationships and get exposure for their brands,” said GROW Nebraska CEO Janell Anderson Ehrke.
Beans & Steams Coffee House wins 2020 Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Customer Service Award
Beans & Steams is the winner of the 2020 Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Customer Service Award. But how did such a new business not only survive such a tough year, and also come out on top?
Gary’s QuickSteak named 2021 Best Local Product by Russ’s Market
Glenn Valley Foods received Russ’s Market’s Best Local Product Award for 2021.
NE Game & Parks Commission partners with GROW Nebraska members to create special centennial merchandise
When the Nebraska Game & Parks needed to find vendors to create promotional items for its 100th anniversary celebration, GROW Nebraska provided solutions.
GROW Nebraska, partnership with The Rustic Patch help young entrepreneur grow her business, Perfectly Pampered by Alyssa
Thanks to GROW Nebraska and the Rustic Patch, 13-year-old Alyssa is poised for success.
NBDC’s “Enlighten” Offers Training for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
Enlighten is a virtual library of training videos for entrepreneurs and small businesses across Nebraska.
Learn all about Making the Digital Pivot at MarkeTech 2021
GROW Nebraska’s 2021 MarkeTech Conference is set to be more timely than ever, with a theme aimed at tackling the digital adjustments all businesses were forced to make in 2020.
GROW Nebraska Women’s Business Center grand opening set for May 12
Nebraska’s entrepreneurial resource community has a brand-new member joining the group: the GROW Nebraska Women’s Business Center (GNWBC).
GROW Nebraska able to help 43 businesses in McCook, Alliance/Hemingford and Sidney thanks to USDA grant
Owners at small emerging businesses in rural western Nebraska towns have learned valuable marketing skills and expanded their online presence thanks to a USDA grant and GROW Nebraska trainings.
David McBee to headline MarkeTech 2021 as keynote speaker
David McBee is an author, trainer, and professional speaker who will deliver two keynote addresses during the conference July 15 at the Younes Conference Center in Kearney, NE.
GROW Nebraska’s retail partnerships with state agencies ‘a win-win’
“What’s been unbelievably great is that once we get someone to the Buy Nebraska site, they are exposed to all of the other GROW products,” Anderson Ehrke said. “We may have gotten an extra sale for Lucky Jerky in Holdrege or some other small business. Once we get them to the site, we have a chance to sell them something else.”
GROW Nebraska to kick off Training Tip Tuesdays April 6
GROW Nebraska to kick off Training Tip Tuesdays April 6 The GROW Nebraska Foundation and the new GROW Nebraska Women’s Business Center in Omaha are partnering with the University of Nebraska - Lincoln Center for Entrepreneurship to bring established or aspiring...
All Big Businesses Start Small: Fat Boy Natural BBQ
All Big Businesses Start Small: Fat Boy BBQ Microsoft and Apple started in garages, and Facebook started in a dorm room. Meanwhile, Dorothy Lynch started selling her famous salad dressing at a Legion Hall in St. Paul, Nebraska. Todd Booth began his successful...
All Big Businesses Start Small: Platte Valley Auto
All Big Businesses Start Small: Platte Valley Auto Microsoft and Apple started in garages, and Facebook started in a dorm room. Meanwhile, Dorothy Lynch started selling her famous salad dressing at a Legion Hall in St. Paul, Nebraska. Todd Booth began his...

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