Staff

Interim Executive Director
402.471.2941
ben.rhodes@nebraska.gov

Ben Rhodes is currently serving as the Interim Executive Director of the NEB. While the search for a permanent director proceeds, Ben also continues to serve in his prior role of Ethanol Program Manager, overseeing the NEB's research and technical projects as well as contributing to policy and market development efforts.

Ben joined the NEB staff in 2022 and holds a B.A. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He is currently pursuing his MBA at the same institution.

Marketing & Finance Manager
402.471.2941
amber.rucker@nebraska.gov

Contact Amber for general inquiries; industry statistics; grants, budget and finances; marketing spending, and communications, media, promotions and event requests.

Amber joined the NEB staff in 2016 and holds a journalism and public relations degree from Northwest Missouri State University, and a Master of Arts in grant writing, management and evaluation from Concordia University Chicago.