Invest Nebraska

Invest Nebraska is a venture capital firm based in Lincoln, Nebraska, dedicated to supporting early-stage startups across various industries. As a nonprofit fund, it focuses on driving economic growth within Nebraska by investing in technology-driven companies that demonstrate a potential for scalability and local impact. Invest Nebraska has made significant strides in sectors like AgTech, life sciences, IoT, cloud services, and proprietary food technology, among others. Their portfolio reflects a commitment to fostering innovation in areas including healthcare, financial technology, and agriculture. The firm partners closely with state initiatives, including the Business Innovation Act, which provides capital for promising startups to scale within Nebraska. An average initial check size of $250k is typical, aimed at providing 12-18 months of runway. Recent collaborations, such as the Burlington Capital Ag-Venture Fund, show their strategic focus on strengthening AgTech innovation across the Midwest, bringing together local expertise and a global perspective to support agricultural startups. The leadership team, including CEO Dan Hoffman and Principal Ben Williamson, brings deep local expertise, facilitating connections between startups and a broader network of investors. Invest Nebraska values companies with a solid plan for in-state growth and a robust understanding of their market, making it a key player in developing Nebraska's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Entrepreneurs seeking investment are encouraged to demonstrate clear product-market fit, recurring revenue, and a commitment to leveraging Nebraska's unique economic landscape.