Hastings Economic Development Corporation

11/03/2026

🇺🇸 Building a Stronger Hastings, Together! 🏭

Throughout October, we celebrated Manufacturing Month by recognizing the businesses, employees, and industry leaders who help fuel economic growth and create opportunities throughout Hastings.

🗳️ As we turn the calendar to November, today marks another important opportunity to help shape our community's future: Election Day!

⚙️ Just as our local manufacturers play an important role in developing Hastings' economy, civic engagement plays an important role and we encourage residents to make their voices heard and participate in today's General Election.

💻 Want to learn more about the candidates running for Hastings City Council? Visit the 2026 Hastings Chamber Election Headquarters for candidate conversations and other election resources.

https://www.hastingschamber.com/2026-election-headquarters/

10/26/2026

We want to give a HUGE thank you to all the local manufacturers, businesses, and community members who participated in this month's facility tours and Business After Hours events!

We've had the opportunity to go behind the scenes, learn more about the incredible work happening right here in Hastings, and highlight the people and businesses that play a vital part in strengthening our local economy.

Thank you to the organizations that opened their doors, shared their expertise, and gave our community a firsthand look at their operations!

10/21/2026

TOMORROW - Join us for a special opportunity to go behind the scenes at Thermo King and connect with fellow professionals at Business After Hours! We’re celebrating the manufacturers, innovation, and businesses that help keep our community growing.

📅 Thursday, October 22 | 4–7 PM
📍 Thermo King | 1800 Centennial Ave.
🔹 Facility Tour: 4–5 PM
🔹 Business After Hours: 5–7 PM

👉 Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/icgYM1y5en

And don’t miss our Friday Coffee this week!

☕ Friday, October 23 | 9 AM
📍 Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce
Join us for a conversation with Simeon Berns, CEO of Ezekiel Solutions, on how AI can benefit businesses and manufacturing.

👉 Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=aCM3Zw2BB0GgF94b1Vi0bKJweT1FYUlAqnyIHaimRchUMUxKV1dWTlpHSVlLWlNWWUFBSDlYT0pNNy4u&route=shorturl

We hope to see you there as we continue celebrating Manufacturing Month in Hastings!

10/19/2026

As we continue celebrating Manufacturing Month, we're proud to highlight local businesses like Drake Tool & Design that contribute to our community through innovation, skilled craftsmanship, and industry expertise.

Thank you to Drake Tool & Design for opening their doors and giving the public a firsthand look at the work happening right here in Hastings!

10/19/2026

🏭 Manufacturing Month continues in Hastings!

We’re keeping the momentum going with two exciting events this week celebrating local manufacturing, innovation, and business growth. Check out the events and register!

🔹 Thursday, Oct. 22 | 4–7 PM
📍 Thermo King | 1800 Centennial Ave.
🕰️ Join us for a facility tour and special Business After Hours: https://bit.ly/4sgbxNw

🔹 Friday, Oct. 23 | 9 AM
📍 Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce
☕ Friday Coffee featuring Simeon Berns, CEO of Ezekiel Solutions, discussing how AI can benefit businesses and manufacturing: https://bit.ly/3WiZ0g9

10/15/2026

🔧 TODAY! Join us for the Drake Tool & Design Manufacturing Month Tour and Business After Hours!

Celebrate Manufacturing Month with a behind-the-scenes look at one of Hastings’ manufacturers and see firsthand the strength, innovation, and craftsmanship driving our local manufacturing industry!

📅 Today, Thursday, October 15

🏭 Manufacturing Tour: 4:00 PM (registration required)
🔗 Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/iczzvXaaKe

🤝 Business After Hours: 5:00–7:00 PM (open to everyone!)

Come explore local manufacturing, connect with fellow community members, and celebrate the businesses that help keep Hastings growing. We hope to see you there! 🎉

📲 Check out all of our Manufacturing Month events:
https://www.hastingsedc.com/manufacturing-month/

10/12/2026

🌟 Hastings, Nebraska, is making headlines internationally!

🇬🇧 We’re excited to share that Hastings is featured in the Summer 2026 issue of FDI Alliance International, a UK-connected publication that showcases economic development and investment opportunities to site selectors and CEOs across Europe and the United Kingdom!

🏙️ Written by our Director of Marketing & Promotions, Jose Perez, the two-page feature takes an in-depth look at the partnerships, industries, and investments shaping our community’s economic future.

👏🏻 Thank you to Executive Director Shannon Landauer, CEcD, and the entire Hastings Economic Development Corporation team for their leadership and continued efforts to promote Hastings as a destination for business growth and investment.

📖 Click the link below to read the full feature on pages 82–83!

https://online.anyflip.com/bnxu/qylk/mobile/index.html =82

10/12/2026

🔧 THIS THURSDAY! Join us for the Drake Tool & Design Manufacturing Month Tour and Business After Hours!

Get a behind-the-scenes look at one of Hastings’ manufacturers and see firsthand the strength and innovation driving our local manufacturing industry!

📅 Thursday, October 15
🏭 Manufacturing Tour: 4:00 PM (registration required)
- Tour Registration Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/iczzvXaaKe
🤝 Business After Hours: 5:00–7:00 PM (open to everyone!)

Come explore local manufacturing, connect with fellow community members, and celebrate the businesses that help keep Hastings growing. We hope to see you there! 🎉

Check Out All of Our Manufacturing Month Events Here: https://www.hastingsedc.com/manufacturing-month/

10/08/2026

⚡🔥 This week, we’re celebrating Public Power Week and Public Natural Gas Week!

It’s easy to take for granted the incredible local asset we have in Hastings Utilities, a utility that is locally owned, locally operated, and dedicated to serving our community.

But what does local ownership mean for Hastings? It can mean competitive rates, reliable service, quicker response times during outages, and local decision-making that keeps our community’s needs at the forefront.

Most importantly, it means having dedicated utility employees working every day to provide our community with safe, reliable, and affordable power and natural gas.

We are proud to recognize and celebrate the hardworking men and women at Hastings Utilities who help keep our community running and contribute to the quality of life we enjoy in Hastings. 💙

Thank you for keeping Hastings powered! ⚡

10/08/2026

Manufacturing drives economic growth in Hastings!

We're proud to celebrate Manufacturing Month and recognize the businesses and hardworking individuals who strengthen our local economy. Thank you to Mayor Jay Beckby for officially proclaiming October as Manufacturing Month in Hastings last week!

We’re excited to kick off Manufacturing Month in Hastings! Mayor Jay Becky officially presented a proclamation recognizing October as Manufacturing Month in Hastings, Nebraska.

Manufacturing plays an important role in our local economy, providing jobs, supporting families, and helping drive innovation and growth in our community.

Throughout October, we’ll be celebrating the manufacturers, employees, and businesses that help make Hastings a strong place to work, live, and grow.