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Legislative Update – March 5, 2025
We are now more than a third of the way through the Legislative session. This phase of session involves the start of the budget process, the final month of hearings and the initial batch of floor bills moving through the three rounds of debate. Additionally, with the...
Brag Bird offers virtual sales and leadership training to Chamber members
Announcing the Chamber’s newest benefit program to Chamber members: Brag Bird. Brag Bird is a virtual sales and leadership education program created for users to have on-demand streaming access to educational content that will help them generate leads and crush their...
Greater Omaha Chamber Announces ‘Class 47’
OMAHA, Neb., July 17, 2024 – The Greater Omaha Chamber today announced Leadership Omaha Class 47, following a rigorous selection process and continuing a four-decades-plus tradition of cohort-based leadership development. “This is an exciting time for these leaders,...
July Investor’s Corner – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
For more than 85 years, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) has provided peace of mind by focusing on the health needs of Nebraskans. As part of a nationwide association, Blue Cross and Blue Shield represents the nation’s largest and most experienced...
July Business of the Month – Massih Law
Even before he put his name on the door, John Massih knew what he wanted his law firm to be. Believing that legal knowledge and expertise are the baseline, he focuses on giving his clients more. And that more is service. “We do what we say we are going to do, every...
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,...
2024 Business Hall Of Fame Inductees – Constance Ryan
Constance RyanConstance Ryan's journey is a testament to the power of passion, innovation, and community impact. Armed with a medical technology degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Connie embarked on a remarkable career that would lead her to the...
2024 Business Hall Of Fame Inductees – Sid Meridith
Sid MeridithSid Meridith is from Boone, Nebraska, where his parents owned a small general merchandise store. From a young age, he learned the importance of customer satisfaction in a small business. After starting his education in a one-room schoolhouse and finishing...
2024 Business Hall Of Fame Inductees – Lance M. Fritz
Lance M. FritzLance M. Fritz served as Union Pacific's chairman, president, and chief executive officer from 2015 until his retirement in 2023, culminating a distinguished 23-year career with the railroad. Today, he continues to contribute to the company as a special...
2024 Business Hall Of Fame Inductees – Mickey, C.L., & Jim Landen
Mickey, C.L., & Jim LandenThe Landen family has a storied legacy in the banking industry and their communities. Leading this legacy are Clarence L. “C.L.” Landen, III, and James E. “Jim” Landen, Sr., at the helm of Security National Bank. Founded in 1964 by their...
Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce Names Alec Gorynski as Senior Vice President of Economic Development
OMAHA, NE - The Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce announced today the selection of Alec Gorynski as its new senior vice president of economic development. “Alec is the economic development leader we’ve been looking for,” said Heath Mello, president and CEO of the...