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Tech Nebraska is searching for its next executive director

1 month ago | siliconprairienews.com | Stefanie Monge

Last week Tech Nebraska announced the departure of Executive Director Laurel Oetken. Oetken hinted that she will be staying in the Nebraska tech ecosystem, but has yet to announce her next role. Tech Nebraska is currently searching for Oetken’s replacement to continue the momentum that’s been building since its founding in 2023. Tech Nebraska is the state’s first technology industry trade association.
Bellevue University teams up with AWS Cloud Institute to launch cloud computing careers - Silicon Prairie News

2 months ago | siliconprairienews.com | Ben Goeser

Bellevue University is offering course credit hours toward a full degree to those completing their certification in cloud computing through Amazon Web Services’ AWS Cloud Institute. Leaders from both organizations see it as a way to train workers in needed skill sets.
Takeaways from 2025 Nebraska Women in Tech Summit - Silicon Prairie News

2 months ago | siliconprairienews.com | Ani Schutz

The 2025 Nebraska Women in Tech Summit was created to elevate women who work in technology in Nebraska. The one-day event was attended by around 250 people and included insights into AI and data security, discussions on career growth and authentic leadership, interactive panels and a resource fair.
Unicameral session update: Tech Nebraska backs business innovation, challenges AI constraints - Silicon Prairie News

Mar 8, 2025 | siliconprairienews.com | Ani Schutz

Tech Nebraska, the state’s first technology trade association, is keeping a close watch on 22 key bills in the 109th legislative session. From new AI regulations to cybersecurity liability protections, the organization says proposed measures could both spur innovation and pose risks to Nebraska’s tech ecosystem.
Omaha-based EdTech startup Alpaca awarded for addressing teachers’ workplace needs - Silicon Prairie News

Feb 13, 2025 | siliconprairienews.com | Ben Goeser

The Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) is an international conference dedicated to connecting educators with the latest EdTech solutions. Omaha startup Alpaca won three awards at the conference, including the Top EdTech Product Award.
‘It feels like science died’: Proposed federal funding slash leaves NU leaders, researchers reeling

Feb 12, 2025 | siliconprairienews.com | Jeremy Turley

The University of Nebraska would do less cutting-edge medical research, lay off employees and lose top scientists if deep federal cuts backed by President Donald Trump’s administration take effect, say university leaders. In interviews, NU President Dr. Jeffrey Gold and leaders at the University of Nebraska Medical Center portrayed the proposed cuts as a dark cloud hanging over local researchers and noted they would prove even more painful if coupled with potential state budget cuts.
Newsletter, Jan. 22 - Engler - Silicon Prairie News

Jan 22, 2025 | siliconprairienews.com | Stefanie Monge

What if you could turn a college idea into a thriving business before graduation? That’s what the Engler Agribusiness Entrepreneurship Program at UNL is helping students achieve. The Engler Enterprise Financing Program provides low-interest loans and hands-on business training, this initiative helps young entrepreneurs bring their dreams to life. Read more about the new program in the story on SPN.
Newsletter, Jan. 15 - LB100 - Silicon Prairie News

Jan 15, 2025 | siliconprairienews.com | Stefanie Monge

Tech Nebraska recently convened a group of technology leaders and policymakers in Lincoln to discuss efforts to support pro-business and pro-growth policies during the 109th Nebraska Unicameral Legislative Session. Tech Nebraska, founded in 2023 in partnership with the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is the state’s first technology trade association. Read more about Tech Nebraska’s plan for the upcoming year, including its newly-launched Tech Caucus.
Newsletter, Jan. 8 - Best of 2024 - Silicon Prairie News

Jan 8, 2025 | siliconprairienews.com | Stefanie Monge

In this week’s newsletter we’re taking one more look back at 2024. The most popular stories on SPN last year covered corporate innovation, preparing Nebraska’s workforce to compete in the innovation economy and startup funding announcements. Revisit highlights from the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem in Nebraska in the top 10 list on SPN.
Newsletter, Dec. 23 - Leaders React - Silicon Prairie News

Dec 23, 2024 | siliconprairienews.com | Stefanie Monge

Omaha recently found itself at the bottom of Technical.ly’s inaugural Map of Innovation Ecosystems rankings, earning a score of just 0.25 in the Technical.ly Innovation Index. Despite this low ranking, the city excelled in key areas like cost of living and economic mobility, signaling a strong foundation for future growth. In this follow-up story on the map, local leaders discuss Omaha’s strengths and challenges, and efforts to shape the city into a thriving innovation hub. Read the story on SPN.