Lt. Gov. Kelly Announces Winners of 2nd Annual New Venture Competition
1 Feb 2025
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Lieutenant Governor Joe Kelly awarded prizes to three teams of aspiring college entrepreneurs through the 2nd Annual Nebraska Governor’s New Venture Competition. Awardees were announced during Thursday’s Nebraska Business Hall of Fame banquet at the Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel. Ten teams were selected as semi-finalists. The winners, prize amounts, and a description of each project follow:
First Place: Golden Garden Compost, UNO, $20,000 prize
Golden Garden Compost creates premium organic compost for home gardeners using efficient production and innovative marketing to maximize profits.
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