What is it:
Piece by Piece with the UNeTech Institute isn’t your typical conference—it’s a dynamic, participant-driven experience designed to grow Omaha’s investment community in new and exciting ways.
Set for May 1, 2025, at The Catalyst, this one-day event brings together current investors, aspiring investors, and those who may not yet see themselves as investors but have all the right instincts.
By blending structured panels with open roundtable discussions, we’re creating an environment where attendees don’t just listen but actively shape the conversation.
Whether you’re an experienced investor or just curious about startup investing, this summit provides a space to learn, collaborate, and build lasting connections.
Attendees engaged in small group discussion throughout the day.
Photo by Mike Machian
Panelists Taylor Korensky, Doug Miller, Jonelle Tempero, Sheila Fields and moderators Stephanie Kidd and Stephen Hug speak at Piece by Piece, May 1, 2025. Photo by Mike Machian
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At its core, the summit is a commitment to breaking down barriers and expanding access to startup investing, particularly in med-tech and university-affiliated ventures.
We know that investing can seem exclusive or intimidating, so we’re making it more accessible—from a community bulletin board where attendees can post their thoughts, questions, and ideas in real-time, to participant driven roundtable discussions.
The summit’s interactive features ensure that no great idea gets lost and allow for organic conversations to take shape throughout the day.
We hope this format will create powerful discussions that lead to real action.
If you’re looking for a fresh approach to investment networking—one that values authenticity, collaboration, and direct engagement—join us at the Catalyst on May 1, 2025.
Gallery of Images from Piece by Piece
Photos by Mike Machian
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