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Legislative Update – May 2, 2023
Today is day 70 of the Legislature’s session. That leaves 21 meeting days to complete an ambitious agenda. Though proceedings have been slowed by filibustering, progress has been made. In the last two weeks, five bills have received final approval, and 14 are in line...
Greater Omaha Chamber Statement on Legislative Activity in Nebraska Unicameral
Contact Information:Greater Omaha ChamberBrandon Pappas; VP Marketing and [email protected] Release Date: April 25, 2023 Greater Omaha Chamber Statement on Legislative Activity in Nebraska Unicameral The Greater Omaha Chamber has issued...
2023 Business Excellence Award Winners
In 2023, keeping local businesses strong means supporting them through intentional and thoughtful consumer choices. It requires a shift in mindset from seeking convenience and low prices to prioritizing the long-term sustainability and vitality of the community. Local...
Small Business Of The Month – April 2023 – Chastain-Otis Insurance Agency
For Chastain-Otis Insurance Agency, there’s no real secret to their 100 years in business. It requires hard work, compassionate employees, more than a bit of luck, and outstanding service that places their customers at the heart of everything they do. “We know the...
Growing Home: From Brain Drain to Brain Gain
Brain drain. For the last decade or so, two words have caused considerable heartburn for midwestern cities and towns. And while there has been a ferocious push recently to combat this gut-wrenching trend, the problem is still very relevant. According to the Economist:...
Small Business of the Month- March 2023: SecretPenguin
Truth be told, “SecretPenguin,” is arguably one of the coolest business names in Omaha. But what does it mean? “I used to hide ‘secret penguins’ in my artwork when I was bored drawing still lifes in high school,” said Dave Nelson, founder, creative director, and...
Small Business of the Month- February 2023: Custom Blinds & Design
"Sherri Tafoya started Custom Blinds & Design 22 years ago and has helped bring new light into countless homes,”said Jim Korff, Area Sales and Marketing Manager. “With industry-best Hunter-Douglas window coverings and our own standard of excellence, we go above...
Inside Leadership Omaha’s Best Class Ever: Class 45
Leadership Omaha is one of the longest running professional development programs at the Greater Omaha Chamber. Since 1978, participants have immersed themselves in a 10-month learning experience focused on molding them into more effective community leaders. This year,...
Outstanding Members and Volunteers to Be Celebrated at Annual Meeting
Throughout 2022, Chamber members and volunteers have pitched in to help keep our community moving forward. That’s why we’re celebrating their positive impact at the 2023 Annual Meeting in January at CHI Health Center Omaha. This event will feature a panel discussion,...
Small Business of the Month – January 2023: McGill Law, PC LLO
Jodie McGill founded McGill Law, P.C., L.L.O. in 2011 so she could build a family law firm that allowed her to combine her passions, skills, and expertise to help more people in the Omaha community. Originally from Omaha and a graduate of Creighton Law School, Jodie...
Small Business of the Month – December 2022: Masimore, Magnuson & Associates, P.C.
At Masimore, Magnuson & Associates, P.C., they place a premium on customer service and professional development for their employees. “We believe in the value of relationships,” said Rodney Anderson, managing shareholder of MMA. “We view every client relationship...