Dave Enke
Board Member, Downtown Lincoln Association
Event Committee Chair & Membership Committee
Owner, Happy Dog Boarding & Training
About Dave
Dave Enke is a Lincoln small business owner, entrepreneur, and community advocate who brings a hands-on approach to supporting local businesses and creating opportunities that bring people together.
Dave is the owner of Happy Dog Boarding & Training, a Lincoln-based business specializing in personalized dog boarding and professional training services. His business focuses on providing dogs with individualized care in a comfortable environment, along with training programs that include obedience, recall, leash manners, and behavior modification.
As a local entrepreneur, Dave understands firsthand the challenges of building and growing a small business. He believes strong communities are built when business owners get involved, support one another, and are willing to contribute their time and resources to making their community better.
Dave has demonstrated that commitment through his involvement with the DLA, local events, and community initiatives throughout Lincoln.
Serving Downtown Lincoln
As a member of the Downtown Lincoln Association Board of Directors and Chair of the Event Committee, Dave helps lead the planning and development of events designed to bring residents and visitors into Downtown Lincoln.
Dave also serves on the Membership Committee, where he helps connect with local businesses, strengthen relationships with DLA members, and encourage greater participation in the organization.
He brings an entrepreneurial and growth-focused perspective to the DLA's events and membership efforts. Dave believes community events should not only create memorable experiences, but also provide opportunities to showcase Downtown Lincoln, increase foot traffic, support local businesses, and demonstrate what the DLA can accomplish when businesses and community partners work together.
His leadership includes working with fellow board members, volunteers, businesses, community organizations, and partners to develop events and identify new opportunities for the downtown community.
Dave is also a strong supporter of local causes and believes in giving back. Whether contributing his time, resources, or ideas, he is willing to step in and help when the community needs support.
For Dave, serving on the DLA Board is about building momentum, creating opportunities for local businesses, and bringing people together to experience everything Lincoln has to offer.
At a Glance
DLA Role: Board Member
Committee Leadership: Event Committee Chair
Committee: Membership Committee
Business: Happy Dog Boarding & Training
