Economic Development
Why invest in Lincoln County?
Economic development is about people.
Opportunity isn't created by geography alone. It's created by people willing to work together.
North Platte has always been a community that shows up—from welcoming millions of servicemen and women through the North Platte Canteen to building partnerships that help today's businesses grow. Our greatest competitive advantage isn't just our location at the crossroads of America, although that is a strong perk. It's the collaborative spirit that continues to shape our future.
Working with our public and private partners, we are able to connect individuals to those people who can help access the information needed to make thoughtful decisions.
From entrepreneurs who are ready to launch a start up business like Hide Park Apparel or ConnectIT to the multi-million dollar processing facilities such as Sustainable Beef.
Each business, is unique.
Dreams and aspirations shift as markets change. We work with individuals and corporations through city permitting, processes, and more.
Companies and individuals choose North Platte not only because of our location—but because they find partners committed to helping them succeed.
Nebraska is Open for Business
Source: Governor Jim Pillen, July 6, 2026- New Report Indicates Why Nebraska Is Open For Business, https://governor.nebraska.gov/gov-pillen-new-report-indicates-why-nebraska-open-business
Why Businesses Choose North Platte
Connected
Transportation.
Rail.
Interstate.
Fiber.
Collaborative
Public-private partnerships.
Problem solving.
Accessible leadership.
Capable
Skilled workforce.
Education.
Entrepreneurship.
Committed
Long-term investment.
Quality of life.
Infrastructure.
Let's Start the Conversation.
Economic development isn't just about finding land or buildings. It's about finding the right community and the right partners.
Whether you're expanding an existing business, relocating operations, or exploring future opportunities, we'd love to learn about your goals and help you navigate what's possible in North Platte and Lincoln County.
Brandon Jones- Chair, Beveridge Inc.
Tanner Pettera, HUB International
Megan McGown, Great Plains Health
Matt Pederson, Pederson Law Office
Mayor Brandon Kelliher, City of North Platte
Joe Hewgley, Lincoln County
Ivan Mitchell, Great Plains Health
Cory Johanson, NebraskaLand Bank
Troy Brandt, First Interstate Bank
Brent Burklund, TC Engineering
Marcy Hunter, Western Nebraska Bank
Noah Harvey, Dayspring Bank
Clarine Eickhoff, Wilkinson Development
Rob Star, Birdwood Beef
Mark Oettinger, Walmart D.C.
Vern Ehlers, Hershey State Bank
Leland Poppe, Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation
Sarah Talbott, representing Chamber Hostesses
Lisa Burke, Visit North Platte
Gary Person, President/CEO
Cassie Condon, VP of Operations
Layne Groseth, City of North Platte Administrator
