Director of Business Recruitment and International for the State of Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Joined June 2018
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I recently participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for CLAAS Manufacturing’s new Research and Development Center in West Omaha!
This nearly 45,000-square-foot facility represents a $10 million investment in Nebraska’s future and reinforces our state’s position as a national leader in agriculture and agricultural innovation.
Investments like these strengthen our economy, create opportunities, and demonstrate why Nebraska continues to be a great place to do business.
The Good Life is open for business!
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The NioCorp mining project in Johnson County is a game-changer for Nebraska and America. 🇺🇸
This $2 billion investment will create new opportunities, strengthen our economy, and help secure America’s supply of critical minerals.
The Good Life is open for business!
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This is huge — American critical mineral independence!
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🚨 ANOTHER WIN FOR AMERICAN FERTILIZER 🇺🇸
Project Meadowlark in Gothenburg, Nebraska — a $1+ BILLION domestic fertilizer manufacturing project — has been added to the FAST-41 Transparency Dashboard, helping provide greater certainty and accountability as it moves through federal permitting. It is the first manufacturing project ever added under this FAST-41 transparency authority.
This project will help put American-made fertilizer in the hands of farmers across the Corn Belt, strengthen our domestic fertilizer supply chain, and reduce reliance on foreign sources.
Under @POTUS, we are cutting through permitting barriers and bringing critical agricultural manufacturing back to American soil.
More American fertilizer.
More reliable supply.
More security for American farmers.
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The 2026 Governor’s Summit has officially wrapped up!
It was a successful two days in Kearney as Nebraskans of all ages came together to share ideas and find new ways to grow our great state.
We heard from Husker Athletic Director Troy Dannen and Nebraska Men’s Basketball Coach Fred Hoiberg about what it means to lead and how we can best set ourselves up for success in business, education, and beyond.
Thank you to everyone who made the trip to Kearney to be part of this year’s Summit! I know many are leaving having learned something new, made valuable connections, and some even found a new career opportunity.
Thank you for helping make the 2026 Governor’s Summit a success!
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The 2026 Governor’s Summit is underway! We have a full house this morning and tons of energy in the room.
Excited for a great day of conversations, connections, and opportunities. Nebraska is open for business!
#GoodLifeGreatBusiness
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ICYMI: Last Thursday, we had the privilege of welcoming Czech President Petr Pavel to Nebraska!
Nebraska has deep Czech roots, and the strong relationship between our state and the Czech Republic continues to benefit our communities, economy, and shared culture. It was an honor to host President Pavel in the Good Life!
In a joint appearance Thursday, Nebraska Governor @TeamPillen and Czech President @prezidentpavel shared how their experiences in the other's homes have inspired them, and laid a foundation for future collaborations.
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A wonderful welcome from Governor Jim Pillen of Nebraska @jim_pillen (@TeamPillen) and Mayor Roger Chrans of Wilber, the Czech Capital of the USA. Thank you both for your generous hospitality and for championing the friendship between Nebraska and the Czech Republic!
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It was an honor to host President of the Czech Republic Petr Pavel yesterday right here in Nebraska.
We celebrated the rich history we share while continuing to strengthen the economic and cultural ties between Nebraska and the Czech Republic.
Nebraska has one of the largest populations of Czech heritage per capita in the United States, and those deep roots have helped shape the character of our state. It was a privilege to celebrate that shared heritage and the enduring friendship between our people.
Learn More ➡️ governor.nebraska.gov/czech-…
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Česká studia na univerzitě v Lincolnu mají téměř 120letou tradici a dodnes posilují vztahy mezi Českem a Nebraskou. Potěšilo mě, že zájem o náš jazyk i kulturu je tu stále živý.
I proto mě na této cestě doprovázeli zástupci českých vysokých škol. S vedením univerzity jsme jednali o tom, jak na tuto společnou historii navázat další spoluprací a výměnnými pobyty, které otevřou dveře našim i americkým studentům.
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Málokdy se dojímám, ale ve Wilberu, který nese oficiální titul českého hlavního města USA, to nešlo jinak.
Vidět děti i celé generace krajanů, jak s hrdostí nosí české kroje, zpívají naše písničky a drží české tradice stále živé, pro mě byl jeden z nejhezčích zážitků celé cesty.
Děkuji za vřelé přivítání, které mi připomnělo, jak živá a opečovávaná může být česká kultura i daleko od domova.
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Great night in London celebrating the Transatlantic Beef partnership! Honored to have Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen join USMEF & FAS London to highlight Nebraska’s legacy of quality beef. With the new 13,000 MT zero-duty quota, the future is bright for U.S. beef & pork in the UK!
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Nebraska beef is the best on earth — and I’m proud to build relationships and create opportunities for our ranchers to sell their beef around the world.
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Thank you to the early adopters of the Product of USA label, THE new standard for meat, poultry and egg products derived from animals exclusively born, raised, harvested, and processed in the U.S. 🇺🇸
Join the movement and proudly display the label on your American-made products! ➡️ productofusa.gov
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“God bless Nebraska Beef. God bless our ranchers. God bless the USA!”
Nebraska beef is leading the way.
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I’m so excited to welcome one of the very first adopters from Nebraska Beef! They are proud members of the Product of USA First Adopters!🇺🇸🥩
Emilie flew in fresh from Omaha this morning with a suitcase full of true 100% American beef. Born here. Raised here. Harvested here. Processed right here in the United States.
When Americans see this label, there’s no more guessing just real confidence they’re getting the real thing and supporting our ranchers who do it right.
Huge thanks to Nebraska Beef for stepping up EARLY and leading the way as a First Adopter. This is radical transparency in action!
God bless Nebraska Beef. God bless our ranchers. God bless the USA!❤️
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USDA’s DUS Bekkering joined the U.S. ethanol industry at the opening of a gas station featuring U.S. E20 ethanol, unveiled a U.S. wheat quality seal for flour and bakery products, and toured Liwayway Marketing Corporation, which uses 🇺🇸ingredients! #AgTrade
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Powering global markets from the heartland. 🇺🇸🌱
While visiting agribusiness Scoular in Nebraska, U/S Lindberg saw how U.S. grain, feed, & biofuels reach customers worldwide.
Strong domestic demand + fair trade rules = more exports, more growth, more wins for American #ag!
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Thanks to @POTUS Nebraska beef has landed in the UK! 🇺🇸🥩
U/S Lindberg met with Greater Omaha Packing who exports to 70 countries and only sells beef that is:
Born
Raised
Harvested
Processed in the U.S.
They plan to utilize the Product of the USA label!
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Educating and building America’s workforce — right here in Nebraska. 🇺🇸
Honored to show @EDSecMcMahon the work our community colleges are doing to invest in future generations.
