Welcome to Lincoln

Lincoln, Nebraska

Lincoln is in the middle of it all. Located in the southeast corner of the state, about 50 miles southwest of Omaha.

A new cityscape communicates a thriving economy, expansion of new business, influx of talent and endless opportunity.

Lincoln is sweeping top national rankings which are validating its success, yet its charming character and modesty still rings true.

Be a part of the movement, experience the excitement and enjoy all that Lincoln has to offer.

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Rich in people, resources and opportunities

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Work-life balance

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Lincoln by the Numbers

Population

Lincoln's population has grown

Graphic showing percentages of graduates in Lincoln versus the U.S. average

Education

Percent high school graduate or higher: U.S. 83.2%, Lincoln 94.1%

Percent Bachelor's Degree or Higher: U.S. 32.5%, Lincoln 36.7%

Unemployment

Lincoln's unemployment rates are 2.8%

Non-farm employment

2000: 163,700

2017: 191,700

The Lincoln Buzz

Nebraska Native Returns as Managing Director of NMotion

Applications Open for NMotion Venture Residency and Accelerator Studio

Nationally ranked startup accelerator gener8tor has hired Nebraska native Scott Henderson as a managing director to be based in Lincoln. He will spearhead the NMotion Studio Accelerator and gBETA Lincoln program while serving as the local conduit between the Nebraska startup ecosystem and the broader gener8tor network.

Remembering Pat Haverty

With a very heavy heart, the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development shares the news that our vice president, Pat Haverty, passed away late last week. Finding the words to appropriately express the significance of this loss to our organization and our Chamber family is extremely difficult.

NMotion, gener8tor Expand Partnership

Building Startups from Scratch

Startup accelerators NMotion and gener8tor have announced an expanded partnership that includes the launch of the NMotion Accelerator Studio in Fall 2020 and the continuation of the gBETA Lincoln pre-accelerator program.

The NMotion Accelerator Studio will solicit applications from individuals and teams (“Co-Founders”) with the goal selecting five teams to each build a startup from scratch.

Success Continues at Second Drive-Thru Career Fair

The continued challenges surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the workforce have forced employers and jobseekers across the country to create innovative solutions. One of those solutions not only continues to connect people with jobs but also provides a blueprint for other communities to emulate across the country.

EmployLNK, the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development and other local partners hosted their 2nd Drive-Thru Career Fair on July 14.

LPED Welcomes 'Get Nebraska Growing' Initiative

LINCOLN, Neb., June 12 – The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development are encouraged by today’s announcement by Governor Ricketts to help Nebraska’s economy recover from the COVID-19 pandemic through the ‘Get Nebraska Growing’ initiative.

LPED Connects Lincoln, Innovation Campus to Canadian Electronics Company

A Canadian company, JCA Electronics, has become the newest partner at Nebraska Innovation Campus, Dan Duncan, NIC’s executive director, announced May 21.

JCA develops advanced technology solutions for mobile machines and is emerging as a leader in technology solutions that enable advanced precision agriculture and autonomous applications.

Preparing for MyTern

Going Virtual in 2020!

In its fourth year, our MyTern program from the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development seeks to show interns at area companies how life in Lincoln might look for them if they stick around and decide to start their careers here.

This spring and summer, the MyTern program will invite hundreds of interns to participate in a variety of activities that focus on networking and exploring what Lincoln has to offer.

Career Fair Postponement

We regret to postpone the EmployLNK and Center for People in Need Career Fair scheduled for March 26...

Coronavirus Resources

We urge you to be prepared and stay up-to-date with current information about the coronavirus. Check out some helpful resources and healthy habits all in one place!

Lincoln, Omaha Young Professionals Gather at State Capitol, Support LB 627 Passage

Over 80 members of the Lincoln Young Professionals Group and Greater Omaha Chamber Young Professionals attended YP Day at the Capitol on Thursday, February 6.

The sold-out event provided the chance for the young professionals to obtain foundational information about political parties, the function of local government and the history of the capitol.