Omaha, NE – Millwork Commons is pleased to announce that Google Fiber will be bringing their first Nebraska office to the Ashton Building. The Millwork Commons area is growing quickly, establishing itself as Omaha’s hub for tech, art, design, and community activation. With more than 70 companies and nonprofits located in the neighborhood, Google Fiber, will be a welcome addition advancing the growth of the innovation and technology sectors.
“Google Fiber is a company with a tremendous reputation and track record,” said Paul Smith, Founding Principal of PGSA. “The decision to locate Nebraska’s first Google Fiber office in Millwork Commons is a testament to the work we’ve done over the past several years to create a neighborhood dedicated to supporting innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. We are excited to see the impact that Google will have across our city in the months and years to come.”
“We are thrilled to be a part of the amazing energy focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, arts & creativity in the Millwork Commons neighborhood,” said Rachel Merlo, Head of Government & Community Affairs, Central Region, Google Fiber. “There is a lot going on at Millwork Commons – from all of the local food and beverage options to many innovative companies and start-ups to organizations serving the entire Omaha community, we believe that Millwork Commons was a great fit for us and will help us connect with the community.”
In 2022, Google Fiber kicked off the expansion of their fiber-to-the-home network to Omaha, NE. Construction to lay the fiber network started in the summer of 2023, and began serving customers in the city last month. While building their network, Google Fiber is eager to develop their main office in Millwork Commons which they expect to start this spring. Initial designs have already been approved.
Millwork Commons is known for inspiring and supporting the work of innovators and creators. Located on approximately 50 acres near 13th & Nicholas Streets in Omaha, the neighborhood is a blend of historic buildings and new construction intended to strengthen Omaha’s urban core and offer a uniquely vibrant and inclusive place for the city. The development is led by PGSA, an investment firm focused on strategic partnerships and real estate investments in urban Omaha. For more information, visit www.millworkcommons.com or connect on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
For media inquiries or further information, please contact Jeff Slobotski at jslobotski@pgsallc.com regarding Millwork Commons or gfiber-pr@google.com regarding Google Fiber.
