2026 Bio Innovations North America
The Nebraska Public Power District’s (NPPD) Economic Development team partners closely with growing bio‑based companies, helping them identify the sites/buildings, infrastructure, and energy solutions needed to scale innovation in Nebraska. Their specialists bring deep industry knowledge, a commitment to reliable and affordable power, and a collaborative approach to supporting new investments across the state.
Contact Us
Brian Vasa
Senior Economic Development Consultant
bkvasa@nppd.com
Office: (308) 284-8820
Toll-Free: (800) 580-5022
Cellular: (308) 289-0382
Jonathan Jank, CEcD
Economic Development Consultant
jmjank@nppd.com
Cellular: (402) 570-8020
Lyndsy Jenness, CEcD
Economic Development Consultant
lrjenne@nppd.com
Cellular: (402) 580-1492
Nicole Sedlacek, CEcD
Economic Development Manager
njsedla@nppd.com
Office: (402) 563-5534
Cellular: (402) 340-0190
Sara Groteluschen
Economic Development Specialist
smgrote@nppd.com
Office: (402) 563-5537
Cellular: (402) 920-0806
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Why Nebraska?
- Strategic Location: Centrally located in the U.S., Nebraska offers easy access to major markets, suppliers, and customers, reducing distribution costs.
- Pro-Business Policies: Nebraska’s business-friendly regulatory environment includes tax incentives, grants, and a streamlined permitting process, fostering growth and innovation.
- Skilled Workforce: The state boasts a well-educated and diverse workforce with a strong work ethic and adaptability, making it an ideal location for various industries.
- Low Operating Costs: Nebraska’s low cost of living and competitive business operating costs result in increased profitability and a higher quality of life for employees.
- Infrastructure: With an extensive network of highways, railways, and access to major shipping routes, Nebraska facilitates efficient transportation of goods across the country.
- Innovation and R&D: The state’s commitment to research and development is evident through collaborations between academia, industry, and government, fostering innovation.
- Energy Resources: Abundant and affordable energy sources, including renewable options, provide a cost-effective advantage for businesses in Nebraska.
- Agribusiness Hub: Nebraska’s robust agriculture sector provides a steady supply of raw materials and a foundation for related industries, such as food processing.
- Quality of Life: The state’s safe communities, excellent healthcare, top-tier education, and recreational opportunities contribute to a high quality of life for residents.
- Proximity to Universities: Access to renowned research universities and community colleges offers a continuous pool of skilled talent and opportunities for partnerships.
- Business Support Networks: Nebraska’s active chambers of commerce, industry associations, and economic development agencies collaborate to provide support and resources to businesses.
Site Selection
Searching for a site is no easy task.
- An Experienced Economic Development Team: Our Economic Development Consultants have a combined 75 years of experience at the local, state and electric utility level. They understand our communities, have important connections to government, business and industry groups, and have a myriad of experience ushering projects to the state.
- Community and Site Knowledge: We live and work in the communities we serve and have an intricate knowledge of the places we represent. We can help you find a community and site that will fit the needs of your project.
- Data-Driven Insight: We know how important a talented workforce is to your success. We can provide data and insights about our workforce and demographics that help you narrow your search for the perfect site. We also can provide industry and supply chain analytics that further illustrate how you can be successful in Nebraska.
- Site Ready Assistance: We know the importance of finding a shovel-ready site. That’s why we offer matching grant dollars to the communities we serve so they can complete the necessary due diligence items to ensure their site is ready to market. This reduces the risk to your company and increases speed to market.
- Site Visit Coordination: We can coordinate with local, regional and state partners to coordinate your on-site visit. Because of our vast connections, we can help ensure the right people are around the table to discuss your project.
- Energy Expertise: We know that electric cost and reliability are critical considerations. We can connect you with the right rates, engineering and distribution team members to ensure we can meet your energy needs in the timeframe you need.
Featured Properties
Seeking a shovel-ready site? Look no further than our Featured Properties. These high-quality locations are ready for your business to relocate or expand.
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LOIS is an online portal designed to market properties with advanced search capabilities, making it easy to find anything from manufacturing to commercial real estate sites. This portal helps site selectors quickly assess whether a location matches their client's project needs.