Select Lincoln | Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development

Select Lincoln | Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development | Making all the difference for business Lincoln is a city on the move.

The Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development (LPED) is a collaboration between the city and over 100 private partners focusing on job growth, entrepreneurship, business expansion and talent. Job growth and business expansion are critical components of a vibrant and thriving community. The growth of Lincoln is on the skyline, in the voices of its entrepreneurs and in the spirit of its people. I

ncredible things are ahead for this growing city. Due to its expansion of new business, influx of talent and economically sound environment, Lincoln offers endless opportunities for success. Join the Partnership today for a better tomorrow.

Check out this feature in Expansion Solutions Magazine on our Lincoln FastTrack Certified Sites! 🌟 Read more here 🔗 http...
04/29/2026

Check out this feature in Expansion Solutions Magazine on our Lincoln FastTrack Certified Sites! 🌟
Read more here 🔗 https://ow.ly/66n550YQIjT

The Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development was recently highlighted in Business Facilities for our newest program,...
04/27/2026

The Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development was recently highlighted in Business Facilities for our newest program, Lincoln FastTrack Certified Sites! 🎉

Lauren Obermier, Director of Business Development for LPED, was featured in the article, sharing: “Companies don’t have time to wait on uncertainty. Lincoln’s FastTrack Site certification puts in the work up front. When a project is ready to move, our sites are too. It’s about removing barriers and making the decision to choose Lincoln that much easier.”

This recognition showcases Lincoln’s commitment to growth, site readiness, and making our community a top choice for new investment and expansion.

Continue reading here ⤵
https://businessfacilities.com/infrastructure-incentives-update-april-24-2026/ #

Learn more about Lincoln FastTrack ⤵
https://www.selectlincoln.org/lincoln-fasttrack

New BusinessLNK Podcast! 🎙️Luke Peltz, Vice President of the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development (LPED), sat do...
04/23/2026

New BusinessLNK Podcast! 🎙️

Luke Peltz, Vice President of the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development (LPED), sat down with Anne Brandt, Executive Director of Lincoln Littles, to talk about the impact Lincoln Littles is making right here in our community.

They dive into the Family-Friendly Workplace Certification Program, a collaboration between Lincoln Littles and LPED, which is crucial for working families and local employers alike. From how the program works to why businesses are eager to be part of it, this conversation highlights the power of supporting families in the workplace.

As of April 2026, 39 workplaces have already earned certification! 🎉

To listen to the full episode ⤵
https://www.lcoc.com/podcast/detail/13508305-anne-20brandt-20with-20lincoln-20littles

The following is a statement from Jason Ball, President and CEO of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and the Lincoln Partn...
04/20/2026

The following is a statement from Jason Ball, President and CEO of the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development, regarding the US Customs and Border Protection’s launch of an online refund portal for importers, which opens today, April 20th, 2026.

US Customs and Border Protection 🔗 https://ow.ly/AJk550YMNEy
Online refund portal 🔗 https://ow.ly/K4Ok50YMNEv
More details from the US Chamber of Commerce 🔗 https://ow.ly/tNxL50YMNEA
Listen to our April 7th response here 🔗 https://ow.ly/756350YMNEz

Yesterday, we celebrated the additional 26 local organizations that have been certified as a Lincoln Family-Friendly Wor...
04/17/2026

Yesterday, we celebrated the additional 26 local organizations that have been certified as a Lincoln Family-Friendly Workplace! 🎉

These employers have shown a strong commitment to supporting working families with young children by implementing family-friendly policies and prioritizing early childhood well-being, helping make Lincoln an even better place to live, work, and play.

Those recognized at this event are: Arbor Day Foundation, Assurity, BCom, Belmont Community Center, Black Hills Energy, Charter Title & Escrow, Children’s Nebraska, Civic Nebraska, Dimensions Educational Research Foundation, Family Service Lincoln, Google, Las Abejitas Bilingual Education Center, Lincoln Children’s Museum, Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska, Lutz, Monolith Resources LLC, NEBCO, Inc., Nebraska Investment Finance Authority, Nebraska Wesleyan University, NRC Health, Olsson, Schwisow Construction, Speedway Motors, Speedway Properties, Union Bank & Trust and University of Nebraska Foundation.

The Lincoln Family-Friendly Workplace Certification Program is a partnership with the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development and Lincoln Littles. To learn more and apply ➡ https://www.selectlincoln.org/lincoln-family-friendly-workplace-certification

EmployLNK invites you to join our upcoming OpportunityLNK Expo! 🎉This traditional career fair connects job seekers with ...
04/06/2026

EmployLNK invites you to join our upcoming OpportunityLNK Expo! 🎉

This traditional career fair connects job seekers with local employers actively hiring, as well as community organizations that support job seekers and families right here in Lincoln.

Come ready to make meaningful connections and explore new opportunities!

📅 Tuesday, April 28
⏰ 10 AM – 1 PM
📍 F Street Community Center | 1225 F Street

Get prepared by checking out our Career Fair Readiness Guide ⤵
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:3d80d061-e04f-424c-9c5f-1f209cc572c9

04/01/2026

Lincoln continues to shine! ✨

We’re proud to be named a Top 100 Best Place to Live in 2026, a reflection of the people, places and opportunities that make our community so special.

Discover what makes Lincoln the place to be 👉 placetobelnk.com

Learn more about Lincoln's Top 100 placement 👉 https://livability.com/ne/lincoln/?top-100=2026

🚀 Join us at the 2026 Inside Outside Innovation Summit! 🤖💫📅 April 13, 2026 | Sheldon Museum of Art, Lincoln, NEConnect, ...
03/05/2026

🚀 Join us at the 2026 Inside Outside Innovation Summit! 🤖💫
📅 April 13, 2026 | Sheldon Museum of Art, Lincoln, NE
Connect, collaborate and get inspired with builders, makers, movers, founders and creators from across the Midwest who are driving innovation forward!
What’s happening at IO 2026:
💥 10+ keynote talks, networking and peer collaboration
💥 Gallery of Innovation featuring 100+ early-stage ventures and projects
This fast-paced summit is all about practical innovation tactics, emerging technologies and actionable startup strategies!
🎟️ Grab your tickets now & save $100 with code STARTUPLNK ➡️ https://io2026.com/

We are thrilled to announce our 2026 LaunchLNK cohort! 🚀🎉Through the LaunchLNK Grant Program, $20,000 nondilutive grants...
03/04/2026

We are thrilled to announce our 2026 LaunchLNK cohort! 🚀🎉

Through the LaunchLNK Grant Program, $20,000 nondilutive grants are being awarded to six high-growth startups establishing or expanding their operations in Lincoln:

🌟 DineU
🌟 Doomsun
🌟 GrazeStat
🌟 Kimto
🌟 MicroFarm OS
🌟 Rheam Medical

Selected from 63 applications through an extensive two-round review process, this year’s cohort represents a dynamic mix of industries and sectors — showcasing the strength and momentum of Lincoln’s growing startup ecosystem.

Read more about LaunchLNK and meet the 2026 recipients 🔗 https://www.selectlincoln.org/lincoln/news/view/LaunchLNK-2026

03/02/2026

We’re excited to announce the relaunch of www.placetobelnk.com! 🎉

This refreshed resource hub is designed to showcase why Lincoln truly is the place to be. Connecting students, job seekers and newcomers to career opportunities, networking resources and the experiences that make our community stand out.

In today’s competitive talent landscape, attracting and retaining talent is more important than ever. www.placetobelnk.com helps tell Lincoln’s story by highlighting not just jobs, but the vibrant community and quality of life that make professionals want to stay and grow here.

Explore the new platform and see how it’s helping Lincoln attract and retain top talent ➡️ www.placetobelnk.com

What a great feature on the Lincoln-based software company,  CompanyCam! 🎉 Read how CompanyCam built AI‑powered tools fo...
02/27/2026

What a great feature on the Lincoln-based software company, CompanyCam! 🎉 Read how CompanyCam built AI‑powered tools for construction pros and became a major milestone for the Midwest tech scene.
Read the full feature here ⬇️

When his Midwest startup launched, founder Luke Hansen had modest expectations for success, he said. Hansen was focused on building a sustainable business, not a billion-dollar company.“ The immediate goal was like, ‘Can we make enough that we’re just not losing money every month, paying ourse...

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