Lincoln Business Beat

Contradicting Outlooks with Counterintuitive Indicators. Some data looks good (stock markets up), and some data doesn't look good (bankruptcies and/or small-business stress). Lincoln and Mark discuss it on this edition of the Lincoln Business Beat

Lynne McNally CEO and Lori Thomas COO with Nebraska Horsemen join host Jim Ballard and Mark Vail for an in-depth discussion about WarHorse Casino's status, the amount of economic activity generated, tax receipts and more. Also, an update on two ballot initiatives for on-line gambling or more.

Lincoln and Mark discuss the 2026 LIBA Celebration of Free Enterprise and then transition to the economic realities facing business and government.

Host Jim Ballard along with Mark Vail welcome Nebraska State Senators Carolyn Bosn and Beau Ballard for a discussion on the 109th Session of the Nebraska Legislature - 2nd Session -

Host Jim Ballard welcomes John Rood with Nebraska Digital to this edition of the Lincoln Business Beat. Founded in 2002, Nebraska Digital helps small business with web development, mobile sites, marketing and social media.

Host Jim Ballard in this week. Jim & Mark welcome Adam Kroft with Red Thread - redthreadads.com - The discussion ranges from marketing to AI in business, AI in small business and other fun topics.

The Hidden Truth About the Power (Consumption) of AI

Workforce Development is talked about frequently. Guest Dawn Buell with NATS Detasseling discusses her work to employ young men and women in a worthwhile effort. And Rowan Handley, a detassler for several years shares his experiences and insight in this edition of the Lincoln Business Beat.

Kent Rogert, lobbyist wiith Jensen-Rogert Associates joins guest host Jim Ballard and Mark to discuss the 2026 Legislature. Rogert, a former Senator, has been a lobbyist for 20-years and brings insight into this year's session.

Daine Patton, Founder and CEO of Bats to Rats Wildlife Control and Prevention, is the special guest on this edition of Lincoln Business Beat. Daine is a speaker and co-author of the "Stand on the Shoulders of Giants" series. He was recognized with the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics.