kim preston, interim Center for Rural Affairs Women's Business Center director, [email protected], 402.687.2100 ext. 1008; o Rea Landholm, gerente de marketing y comunicaciones de marca, [email protected], 402.687.2100 extensión 1025
Lyons, Neb. - Kim Preston, of Lyons, Nebraska, has been appointed interim director of the Center for Rural Affairs Women’s Business Center.
The Women’s Business Center organizes training events for rural entrepreneurs throughout Nebraska. Events focus on online marketing, Quickbooks training, business plan basics, tax tips, and more.
“Kim tiene las habilidades y la pasión para liderar nuestro trabajo ayudando a mujeres emprendedoras en la zona rural de Nebraska”, dijo Brian Depew, director ejecutivo del Centro de Asuntos Rurales.
In 1999, Preston started her career with the Center for Rural Affairs in the policy and research program. In 2013, she became the administrative assistant for the Center’s small business program.
“I have a wide view of business development with my ‘behind the scenes’ perspective,” said Preston. “This has allowed me an intimate look at both the ups and downs of small businesses, and hopefully the knowledge to help businesses replicate the ups and avoid the downs.”
Preston will coordinate with partner organizations to provide training and technical assistance opportunities to borrowers and prospective borrowers; assist business specialists in developing individualized technical assistance plans and provide guidance on implementation; and develop relationships with borrowers and potential borrowers.
"Tengo muchas ganas de reunirme y trabajar más directamente con los propietarios de empresas y posibles propietarios de empresas", dijo Preston. "Estoy emocionado de aplicar mucho de lo que he aprendido en los últimos cinco años en un entorno práctico".
The interim director steps in for Monica Braun, of Seward, who recently retired after 12 years as Women’s Business Center director and 16 years with the Center for Rural Affairs.
