Tech Nebraska

05/28/2026

This month’s Advisory Board Spotlight features Cesile Johnson, CTO of Core Bank. Cesile is an accomplished technology executive with more than three decades of experience leading digital transformation, infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, cloud strategy, automation and enterprise technology initiatives.

Throughout her career, she has built a reputation for transforming complex legacy environments into scalable, resilient platforms while developing high-performing technology and product delivery teams. Her leadership and industry impact have earned national recognition, including the 2021 Supply & Demand Chain Executive Women in Supply Chain Award and IBM’s Global Team Leader – GTS Award.

Passionate about the future of innovation in Nebraska, Cesile brings a practical, business-focused perspective on how emerging technologies like enterprise AI can strengthen organizations, workforce development and long-term economic growth across the state.

Read Cesile’s insights in this month’s Advisory Board Spotlight Q&A ⬇️

05/27/2026

Technology is reshaping every sector of Nebraska’s economy — from energy to agriculture.

Join Tech Nebraska on June 30 for our Q2 Tech Talk featuring Jeremy Reinoehl, CIO of Tenaska, and David Tomlinson, CIO of Scoular, two technology leaders helping modernize complex organizations through digital transformation, operational innovation and data strategy.

This candid conversation will explore what it actually takes to lead technology transformation inside legacy-driven industries — and what lessons apply across Nebraska’s broader business community.

📍 Indian Creek Experience - Golf Course | Elkhorn, Nebraska
🖥️ Livestream option available
🎟️ Free to attend

Schedule
• 3:30 p.m. – Registration
• 4:00 p.m. – Tech Talk
• 5:00 p.m. – Reception

Register today:
Attend In Person: https://tech-nebraska.circle.so/c/tech-nebraska-events/tech-talk-featuring-jeremy-reinoehl-cio-tenaska-and-david-tomlinson-cio-scoular-939a4b1f-9393-4f15-93cc-506416809b85

Attend Via Livestream: https://tech-nebraska.circle.so/c/tech-nebraska-events/tech-talk-featuring-jeremy-reinoehl-cio-tenaska-and-david-tomlinson-cio-scoular-fe7c5d

05/25/2026

Wishing Nebraska communities a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we reflect with gratitude and remembrance.

05/01/2026

Tech Nebraska is building momentum across the state — and April’s Pulse newsletter highlights the progress.

From a strong legislative session shaping AI and data policy to growing infrastructure that supports innovation, there’s a lot happening. We’re also excited to welcome our newest corporate member: Improving, and spotlight Advisory Board leader Rob Wiebusch.

Plus, don’t miss what’s ahead — including our upcoming Tech Talk and Built Here Microsummit in Norfolk.
Read the full April Pulse newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/9832a70d85d7/welcome-to-the-pulse-a-monthly-newsletter-from-tech-nebraska-65683

04/30/2026

Something exciting is coming to Norfolk this summer 👇

On July 21, Tech Nebraska is hosting its first-ever Built Here Microsummit—bringing together local and regional leaders to talk about how technology is shaping industries across our region, from agriculture and manufacturing to infrastructure and beyond.
We’re building a great lineup of speakers and conversations you won’t want to miss.

👉 Register now: https://web.nechamber.com/atlas/events/tech-nebraska-microsummit-built-here-norfolk-805/details
Interested in sponsoring or getting involved? Reach out to Emily Allen at [email protected].

04/01/2026

A lot is happening across Nebraska’s tech community — and we’ve pulled it all together in our March Pulse newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/a59c3a74bf30/welcome-to-the-pulse-a-monthly-newsletter-from-tech-nebraska-64471

March's highlights include:

✔️ Updates from the Legislature on AI, energy, and digital policy
✔️ A recap of our first Tech Talk of 2026
✔️ A new Advisory Board Spotlight series featuring Nebraska tech leaders, starting with Katie Curtis, CIO, Great Plains Communications
✔️ New members joining the Tech Nebraska community
✔️ Upcoming events across the state, including our Built Here Microsummits this summer

If you want to stay connected to what’s happening in Nebraska’s technology ecosystem, this is a great place to start.
📬 Subscribe to receive future updates:
https://technologynebraska.com/

03/24/2026

We’re excited for our first Tech Nebraska Tech Talk of 2026 — and while in-person seats are full, you can still join us from anywhere.

March 27 livestream registration is still open. Livestream begins at 8:30 a.m. CT: https://lnkd.in/g2TCPZ5Z

Join us for a conversation with Rahul Jalali (Union Pacific RR) and Daragh Mahon (Werner Enterprises) as they explore how technology is transforming even the most traditional industries.

From AI to real-time data to improving customer experience, this discussion will highlight what modern technology leadership looks like — and what it means for Nebraska businesses.

No matter where you are in the state, you can be part of it.

02/25/2026

At the Nebraska Chamber Foundation’s GO Big Launch Event, Emily Allen, Executive Director, Tech Nebraska, reminded the room that every company in Nebraska is already a technology company.

Going big means aligning policy, workforce, and infrastructure so businesses across every industry can grow, compete, and innovate with confidence — and Tech Nebraska is proud to be part of that work statewide.

Emily accompanied fellow forum panelists Dan Hoffman, CEO, Invest Nebraska and Sarah Pillen, Co-CEO, Pillen Family Farms.

02/18/2026

We’re excited to welcome several new organizations to the Tech Nebraska Advisory Board!
Please join us in welcoming leaders from:

Amazon.com — Tim Ehlert, Senior Manager, State and Local Policy
Arbor Bank — James Brouhard, CTO
Core Bank — Cesile Johnson, Chief Technology Officer
Don't Panic Labs — Brian Zimmer, Co-Owner & Chief Strategy & Product Officer
Gradera — Anil Srinivasan, Co-Founder & Chief Commercial Officer
Olsson — Jered Morris, EVP, Technology & Innovation
Scott Data Center — Rob Wiebusch, Head of Sales

Thank you for your leadership and commitment — we’re grateful to have you involved!

You can see our full Tech Nebraska leadership team here:
https://technologynebraska.com/meet-the-team/

Meet Our Team Email: [email protected]  Executive Director Emily Allen Emily Allen serves as the Executive Director of Tech Nebraska, where she’s actively shaping the future of Nebraska’s tech ecosystem. With a decade-plus of experience in brand strategy, communications, policy, and partne...

02/13/2026

Our first 2026 Tech Talk will feature Rahul Jalali, EVP & CIO of Union Pacific RR, in discussion with Daragh Mahon, EVP & CIO of Werner Enterprises.

Friday, March 27 at 8:00 a.m.

They’ll share insights on technology leadership, innovation, and digital transformation in industries that keep our economy moving.

In-person capacity is limited
In recognition that these conversations matter statewide, a livestream option is being finalized to ensure leaders across Nebraska can participate, regardless of location.

Register now to reserve your in-person or livestream spot: https://web.nechamber.com/atlas/events/794/details

We’d love to see you there!