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Nebraska Business Development Center Welcomes Two New Colleagues

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John Hamilton (left) and Kevin Thompson (right)

OMaha – Nebraska business owners and entrepreneurs have access to new areas of no-cost expertise through the addition of John Hamilton and Kevin Thompson to the Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) team. Their roles will enhance NBDC’s mission to support businesses and entrepreneurs across Nebraska through business consulting services.

John Hamilton joins NBDC as a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Consultant. With extensive experience in business development and financial analysis, Hamilton will specialize in assisting businesses applying for Nebraska Small Business Assistance Act (NSBAA) grants. Prior to NBDC, Hamilton was an independent consultant, helping executives develop strategy and identify opportunities to cut costs and improve efficiency.

“I’m eager to support Nebraska’s small businesses by providing them with the tools and guidance needed for sustainable growth,” said Hamilton. “NBDC plays a crucial role in fostering business success, and I look forward to being a part of that impact.”

Tony Schultz, State Director of the SBDC program, highlighted the value of Hamilton’s experience. “The NSBAA grant has been a boon for small business owners in this state. Adding John to our team – especially with his prior consulting background – will ensure that those pursuing funding put their best foot forward on their applications, improving their chance of being selected,” he said. “John’s work will be another avenue for NBDC to help small businesses start and grow.”

Kevin Thompson has been hired as an Innovation & Technology Consultant, where he will support businesses in navigating the complexities of technology commercialization and SBIR/STTR grant applications. As a Certified Financial Planner Professional and co-founder of Art Attacks, Kevin brings an understanding of both traditional business frameworks and innovative startup methodologies.

“I’m excited to work with Nebraska’s innovators, helping them access the resources and collaborations they need to launch and succeed,” said Thompson. “It’s an exciting time to be in the innovation field in Nebraska with so many entrepreneurs with products that can fundamentally improve sectors such as healthcare, defense, and agriculture.”

Josh Nichol-Caddy, Director of Innovation & Technology at NBDC, emphasized the value of adding Thompson to the team. “Innovation is on the rise in Nebraska,” he said. “Kevin has been part of this ecosystem for years and knows how to navigate it from the perspective of a business owner. That skillset, paired with his financial expertise, is going to be invaluable for the innovation ecosystem here.”

Hamilton and Thompson will be based at NBDC’s Omaha office and will serve clients across the state.

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The Nebraska Business Development Center (NBDC) helps Nebraska businesses start, grow and develop, by strengthening Nebraska businesses for a healthy economy and prosperous communities. NBDC is a University of Nebraska at Omaha center that provides confidential consulting business development services across Nebraska to entrepreneurs and business owners for the life cycle of their business. NBDC partners with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska at Kearney, Wayne State College, and Chadron State College to deliver its services statewide. The U.S. Small Business Administration and other federal, state, and private organizations support NBDC. The Nebraska APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense. Visit nbdc.unomaha.edu for more information.


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