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Don't Panic Labs: New Faces, New Roles, Same Great Vision

Nebraska, USASaturday, November 1, 2025
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Major Promotions Following Nebraska Global Buyout

Don't Panic Labs has recently reshuffled its leadership team, promoting six key figures to new roles. This move comes after the company's successful buyout of Nebraska Global in 2022, which gave the team full control over its future.

Leadership Changes

  • Doug Durham: One of the co-founders, stepping back from daily operations but will still offer strategic advice. He's been with the company since 2010 and has been instrumental in shaping its culture.

  • Bill Udell: Now a Managing Partner and Chief Operating Officer. He's been with the company since 2014 and will focus on building a strong company culture and developing leaders.

  • Brian Zimmer: Now the Chief Strategy Officer in addition to his role as Chief Product Officer. He's been with the company since 2010 and has helped launch over 60 startups and products, working with more than 750 organizations.

  • Lori McCarthy: Now the Chief Delivery Officer. She joined in 2011 and will ensure the company's projects deliver real value while keeping partners happy and the team sustainable.

  • Chad Michel: Now the Chief Technology Officer. He's been with the company since 2010 and has been a major part of creating the software engineering framework for over 200 successful products.

  • Andy Unterseher: Now the Chief Engineer. He's been with the company since 2011 and will oversee the integration of development roles and ensure products are built to last.

About Don't Panic Labs

Founded in 2010, Don't Panic Labs helps turn innovators' ideas into reality through product management, design, and software engineering. The company supports entrepreneurs and development teams in navigating the complex world of software.

With these new roles, the leadership team is ready to take on new challenges and continue to innovate.

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