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Kearney, Nebraska

Center for Entrepreneurship & Rural Development (CERD) – UNK

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West Center – #E127, 1917 W 24th St

Programs

What This Hub Offers

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Business Consultations

Coaching/Consulting focused on University Community

Free one-on-one business consultations for UNK students. CERD office helps refine ideas, tackle business challenges, and move ventures forward.

Startup Studio

Accelerator focused on University Community

Immersive UNK startup cohort (up to 8 students/year) featuring tours of Nebraska entrepreneurs, a mentorship program, collaboration meetings, and business consultations. $500 program fee.

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