Nebraska’s Human Advantage
Nebraska’s Human Advantage is the latest installment of the Go Big Future series, focusing on how we can empower Nebraskans, modernize the state’s workforce and build the community infrastructure needed to thrive over the next decade. From practical AI integration to solving critical childcare and housing shortages, read on to catch up on the key takeaways from the first-ever virtual event in the series.
Our Big Engagement Opportunity
Oct 15, 2026 at 10:00 am
Artificial intelligence could be integral to how we design modern work across industries. Brian Zimmer, Co-Owner and Chief Strategy Officer at Don’t Panic Labs, challenges Nebraska leaders to see artificial intelligence as an opportunity. Rather than using AI only to automate routine tasks, he encourages leaders to think bigger: How could AI eliminate the most frustrating parts of an employee’s day? How could AI unlock untapped opportunities or open up whole new industries? By designing AI systems around human needs like autonomy, mastery, and purpose, Nebraska businesses can strengthen employee engagement while making work more meaningful. Zimmer also highlights Nebraska’s opportunity to lead by applying AI to the state’s existing strengths in agriculture, healthcare, and manufacturing.
