NEBRASKAland Days has been a summer tradition for generations, but behind the concerts, rodeo, and community celebrations is a year-round effort to keep one of Nebraska’s most iconic events thriving. Today, Executive Director of NEBRASKAland Days, Bob Lantis, joins the team to discuss the balancing act of preserving tradition while embracing change. He provides an inside look at what it takes to keep NEBRASKAland Days moving forward and going strong. Whether you're a lifelong attendee or experiencing it for the first time, you'll gain a new appreciation for the people and planning behind the celebration.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

🎵 Favorite Concerts: Memorable NEBRASKAland Days performances

🤠 Tradition & Growth: Preserving history while evolving

🎤 This Year's Lineup: New artists and fan experiences

🐂 Rodeo Changes: New stock contractor and improvements

🤝 Community Support: Volunteers, sponsors, and partnerships

📈 Economic Impact: Benefits beyond the festival grounds

Asking For a Friend Segment: We break down how nonprofits should handle money differently from personal or business finances. You’ll learn practical safeguards like dual controls, outside CPAs, fraud prevention with your bank, and choosing financially savvy board members to protect every donated dollar.

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