Business Retention & Expansion Program (BRE)
Nebraska Department of Economic Development's BRE Program gathers and analyzes business data to inform strategies for sustaining and growing Nebraska businesses.
Funder: Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Due Dates: Rolling
Funding Amounts: Not specified; program provides engagement and data support rather than direct funding awards.
Summary: Supports Nebraska businesses and policymakers by facilitating direct engagement and collecting data to inform economic development strategies.
Description
The Business Retention & Expansion Program (BRE), administered by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development, is designed to support the growth and sustainability of existing businesses throughout Nebraska. The program engages directly with business leaders via personal interviews to gather insights on the business climate, investments, technology, workforce, and other key factors. The collected data helps inform state and local economic development policies, identify business challenges and opportunities, and guide long-term strategic planning for communities and economic development professionals. BRE also provides a structured platform for recording business executives’ perceptions to inform improvement strategies for businesses, educators, and policymakers.
