Experiences, Mentorship, Resources and Real Support to Move your Business Forward
The Nebraska Entrepreneurship Accelerator is a cohort-based program designed for students who are actively building or growing a business. Open to students from any major, the program provides individualized support, curated resources and a strong community to help founders make meaningful progress.
Students in the Accelerator don’t just learn about entrepreneurship, they actively practice it. Through mentorship, hands-on experiences and structured accountability, participants develop both their ventures and their leadership capacity.
Check back for application dates for the 2027-28 cohort
Program Benefits
$1,000 Scholarship
Students receive a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of their commitment to the program and their entrepreneurial growth.
Funds are dispersed in $500 increments after each semester of satisfactory program completion.
Exclusive Access to Resources
Members gain access to curated tools, funding opportunities and campus resources designed to support business development and growth.
Tailored Mentorship and Coaching
Each student receives individualized guidance aligned with their business stage, goals and challenges, providing consistent support as they grow their venture.
A Community of Student Founders
Students join a cohort of driven entrepreneurs who provide accountability, collaboration and support throughout the program.
Earn Academic Credit for Participating
Students enroll in ENTR 451, and have the option to earn 3 credits while actively working on and advancing their business.
Workshops and Venture Development Support
Participants engage in workshops and receive expert guidance in key areas such as marketing, finance, legal and growth strategy.
The Accelerator Program is built for the students who:
- Are actively building or growing a business
- Want consistent mentorship and accountability
- Are ready to take action and make measurable progress
- Want to develop as both founders and leaders
- Value being part of a driven, supportive community
To apply, students must:
- Be a University of Nebraska–Lincoln student, sophomore standing or
above - Actively working on a business or venture
Acceptance is limited to ensure a high-quality, individualized experience.
2026-27 Cohort
Kouther Al-Ghanemi
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Accounting and Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation)
Business Name: Gather & Grace Events
Aidan Amelio
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Civil Engineering
Business Name: Muster Point
Brock Anderson
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Advertising & Public Relations and Sports Media & Communication
Business Name: Officiator, Inc.
Gannett Bishop
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Computer Science and Management
Business Name: Snipit
Emanuela Casadei
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Business Analytics and Marketing
Business Name: Kempt
Noelle Dadian
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2029
Major: Clifton Builders Management
Business Name: SeamLess
Roman DiDomenico
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2029
Major: Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation)
Business Name: Prestige Auto Detailing
Alan Estrada-Morales
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Computer Science and Mathematics
Business Name: GreekLifts
Nina Glick
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Accounting and Software Engineering
Business Name: Snipit
Ruby Gutzmann
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Computer Science, Data Science and Mathematics
Business Name: Snipit
John Jacobson
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Economics and Finance
Business Name: MajorMove
Makenna Jolley
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Computer Science and Management
Business Name: Snipit
Darian Kauk
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation)
Caleb Kelly
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Computer Science, Data Science, Finance, Mathematics and Physics
Business Name: SnipIt
Chelsea Mahloch
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2029
Major: Clifton Builders Management
Business Name: Charmed by Chels
Ava McNair
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation)
Business Name: Ava E Cakery and MixSpace Kitchen Co
Adam Messman
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Actuarial Science
Business Name: Kempt
Gus Neary
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2029
Major: Agribusiness
Business Name: Mongo Specialty Cleaners
Karter Otte
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Agribusiness
Business Name: Pickup Lines Striping
Mack Peterson
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2029
Major: Finance
Business Name: PIND Golf
Tanisha Phulari
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Computer Science and Data Science
Business Name: SnipIt
Jett Smeal
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2029
Major: Business Analytics, Computer Science and Finance
Business Name: PIND Golf
Mason Tyerman
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Clifton Builders Management
Business Name: Workitect
Madeline Vesey
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation)
Business Name: Simply Madeline
2025-26 Cohort
Hajer Al-eid
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Clifton Builders Management
Business Name: Aleidphoto
Larkin Barry
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Marketing
Business Name: Valerie's
Cecilia Beckerbauer
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) and Computer Science
Business Name: Connect with Tech
Alexa Carter
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Communications
Business Name: Rising Rolls Baking Company
Victor Chan
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Business Name: PROTO
Zorte Edo
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Marketing
Business Name: Destined
Ryan Flatley
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Data Science and Mathematics
Business Name: DineU
Landen Fogle
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Computer Science and Finance
Business Name: DineU
Logan Greeno
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Fisheries and Wildlife
Business Name: Revived Bait Co.
Preston Guenthner
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Marketing
Business Name: Rezz
Lance Jones
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Agricultural Economics and Animal Science
Business Name: Eco-Wrap
Blake Kahler
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Marketing
Business Name: OverUndr
Andreas Katsaounis
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Business Administration
Business Name: Alpha Omega Pickleball
Nathan Lockman
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: PGA Golf Management
Business Name: The Birdie Shot
Bernardo Lopes
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Economics
Business Name: Mirtes
Kenny Morales
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Software Engineering
Business Name: FindU
Wilson Overfield
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Computer Science
Business Name: FindU
Max Petersen
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Marketing
Business Name: VNTGCOWBOY
Mohanendra Siddha
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Computer Science
Business Name: Chitraka
Mia Siner
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Accounting, Computer Science and Finance
Business Name: Creevo
Patrick Stolinski
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Civil Engineering
Business Name: PROTO
Taylor Streich
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2025
Major: Clifton Builders Management
Business Name: Concussion Compass
Joseph Weinberger
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Clifton Builders Management
Business Name: J&D Lake Services LLC
Fritz Wolfram
Anticipated Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Chemical Engineering
Business Name: Wolfram Chemical and Manufacturing Corporation
2024-25 Cohort
Meet the Mentors
Mentors in the Entrepreneurship Accelerator are experienced entrepreneurs, investors and industry professionals who volunteer their time to support student founders. They provide honest feedback, ask thoughtful questions and help students navigate challenges as they build and grow their ventures.
Bill Champion
Founder, Venel
Breck Collingsworth
Former CEO, Resort Lifestyle Communities
Brennan Costello
Director / The Combine, Invest Nebraska
Bart Dillashaw
Attorney, Michael Best & Friedrich
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Mike Dunlap
Executive Chairman, Nelnet
Todd Graeve
CEO,Board and Owner, Loving Cup
Kristina Hill
Co-Founder, HomeShield Roofing & Exteriors and Shield Building Group
Janna Ronert
Founder, Image Skin Care
Kendall Warnock
Owner, A1 Automotive
Tom Welter
COO, Empower Brands
Paul Wenke
President, Sterline Development Group, LTD.
John Wirtz
Executive Advisor, Hudl
Contact
Center for Entrepreneurship
entrepreneurship@unl.edu
HLH 315
402-472-3353