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Midwest Entrepreneurship Conference

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2026 Midwest Entrepreneurship Conference (MWEC)

April 10, 2026

Location: Venues at the Granary

During the Midwest Entrepreneurship Conference, hundreds of college students and young professionals meet in Omaha for a day of inspiring speakers, diverse panels and professional development opportunities.

Learn more about MWEC at mwecomaha.com

To receive information on how to purchase tickets and enter the pitch contest complete this short form.

For questions about the conference, please contact UNO CIEF at entrepreneurship@unomaha.edu or 402.554.3605

MWEC is coordinated by UNO’s Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Franchising.

Speaker and Judge Application

Interested in speaking at the Midwest Entrepreneurship Conference? Or know someone you think would be great? Send in an application to be a possible speaker!

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Why attend MWEC?

“The power of the conference lies in the speakers’ incredible successes. Students leave energized and empowered with new ideas about the impact that innovative thinking and entrepreneurial action can have on their lives and in their communities.”

—Dale Eesley, director of CIEF and associate professor of entrepreneurship

Network with 200+ students from across the midwest, pitch your pre or post revenue startup, and hear from nationally renowned foudners - all in one day!

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