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2024 Business Hall Of Fame Inductees – Joan H. Squires
Joan H. SquiresJoan H. Squires is the President of Omaha Performing Arts (O-pa), an organization she started over 20 years ago. Today, O-pa is the largest arts organization in Nebraska, managing the Orpheum Theater, Holland Performing Arts Center, Steelhouse Omaha,...
Our Collective Momentum
Folks,It appears that Autumn has just arrived and thanks to your good work, our momentum shows no signs of slowing. We have continued to aggressively pursue regional expansion projects, recruit new employers to the market and catalyze companies through a...
Prepare to be Challenged by This Year’s Renowned Keynote Speaker
Economic Outlook Luncheon 2019We put a tremendous amount of thought, each year, into choosing the keynote speaker for our annual Economic Outlook Luncheon, a chance for us to share and think about “big ideas” related to economic growth in Greater Omaha. We...
October Small Business of the Month: Kugler Vision
For a small ophthalmology practice, Kugler Vision is making a big impression – internationally-recognized as a center of excellence in the field of vision correction and well-known regionally for its uniquely holistic approach to patient care. “One thing...
Chamber Announces 2020 Board
Members of the Greater Omaha Chamber Board of Directors invest their time, resources and expertise to support the Chamber, its members and mission – to increase business, investment and employment in Greater Omaha. The 2019 Board Nominating Committee announces the...
Google “The Power of Partnership”
Attracting large-scale data centers to Greater Omaha has long been one of our key economic targets – and we’ve been hitting one bullseye after another.
A positive impact on the community – and your image!
Put your best business foot forward by hosting a Chamber event in 2020. Partnering with us as an event host is a great way to introduce or re-introduce your company to Greater Omaha’s movers and shakers. We’ll bring as many as 100+ area professionals to...
E-Day 2019: Encouraging Engineering Students to Grow Their Careers Right Here
“We want our engineering students to know that no matter where they come from, there are opportunities to have a fruitful engineering career right here in Nebraska. These types of touchpoints with industry are so valuable and add to the personal experiences our students receive,” said Jen Skidmore, director of student development for the College of Engineering.
September Small Business of the Month: Red Branch Media
It may call itself “the sweetest little marketing agency in the world,” but Red Branch Media makes some hardcore promises:“Whatever the goal is, we'll smash it. Whatever the hurdle, we'll jump over it. No matter the industry, we'll conquer it.”Full-service...
Ready, Set, Grow: Omaha Executive Institute Class 2019 Set to Accelerate Learning, Leading
Leaders are learners, and this year’s 2019 Omaha Executive Institute (OEI) Class is no exception.A program for new-to-Omaha senior-level executives, OEI is equal parts selective and inclusive, and offers a comprehensive overview of Greater Omaha –...
A Conversation with Hunter Huggins, 2020 HIRE Co-chair
A Conversation with Hunter Huggins, senior HR specialist, Mutual of Omaha and 2020 HIRE Co-chair Q: What resonated with you about this year’s HIRE Conference?A: “My time on the HIRE Conference committee has been amazing. The team focuses on attendees and...