The Greater Omaha Chamber, in collaboration with the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Center for Public Affairs Research, is conducting a survey to collect your insights on living and working in the Greater Omaha Region. Our goal is to pinpoint areas of excellence and potential growth. Your voice is crucial. The information we gather will directly influence our strategies at the Greater Omaha Chamber, particularly within our Young Professionals Program and CODE Program. By sharing your honest feedback, you’re playing an essential role in fostering Omaha’s continued success. The insights gaine ..read more

While Direct Design & Fabrication (DD&F) is well-known in the manufacturing industry, people on the street may not know much about it. As a business-to-business company, DD&F manufactures and markets its products and services to other businesses, not the general public. We took this opportunity to find out more from Donald Volentine, previous owner and division director. Before being acquired by Direct Companies earlier this year, Direct Design & Fabrication was known as New Covenant Consulting (NCC). Founded in 2014 and located in Council Bluffs, the company is a full-serv ..read more

This month, the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce spoke with David Cota, Executive Vice President, Banking at FNBO. FNBO is one of the largest privately held banks in the U.S. with over $30 billion in assets and 5,000 employees. After being in business for more than 165 years, most people in Omaha are familiar with the brand, which also has banking offices in Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota, Texas and Wyoming.  “We have a great history, but an even better future ahead of us,” said David Cota, Executive Vice President, Banking at FNBO. He explains that FNBO is excited to in ..read more

The Greater Omaha Chamber and Premier Bank are ready to honor businesses that contribute to our community’s enrichment, across categories such as leadership, innovation, and philanthropy. Their dedication ensures Greater Omaha flourishes as a more vibrant place to live, work, and enjoy. In 2024, bolstering the resilience of local businesses depends on conscientious consumer choices. This involves shifting focus from mere convenience and low prices to safeguarding the long-term sustainability and vitality of our community. These businesses must adapt to changing consumer preferences by embra ..read more

In the bustling heart of Omaha, Mutual of Omaha stands as an enduring pillar of the community. Established in 1909, this Fortune 500 organization has not only weathered the test of time but has flourished, offering a diverse array of insurance and financial products to individuals, businesses, and groups across the United States. As a mutual company, Mutual of Omaha is structured, owned by its policyholders and steadfastly committed to delivering exceptional service. At the core of Mutual of Omaha’s identity lies a profound mission: to safeguard what matters most to its customers and empower t ..read more

In the heart of Omaha, over 1,400 passionate young professionals converged for an extraordinary journey of discovery and transformation. Against the backdrop of “A Future for Everyone,” the YP Summit soared to new heights, fueling the collective imagination and propelling us towards a brighter tomorrow. At the core of the YP Summit was the celebration of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Through meaningful dialogues and authentic connections, attendees embraced the power of unity, recognizing that true progress is achieved when everyone has a seat at the table. Together, we shattered ba ..read more

The final days of the legislative session are always known for a few things: long agendas, late nights, frantic compromise discussions, and lots of crazy turns, frequently about things that seem to come out of nowhere.  We’ve seen all of those things in the waning days of the 2024 session, and with only four scheduled session days left, we haven’t seen the last of anything yet. Senators have been in a rush to finish as many of the outstanding priority bills as they can that remain for discussion, hence the long agendas and late nights.  At the end of last week, Speaker ..read more

The Legislature is hitting the home stretch in the 2024 session. While there are only 14 working days left, in real time that stretches out to almost four more weeks. Senators began working into the evening and late nights on Mondays and are scheduled to do so approximately three nights per week for the remainder of the session. Generally, this means adjourning somewhere around 9PM every night, although progress on the day’s agenda can sometimes vary their closing times. Time is running short to finish consideration of the all the priority bills for the year. Speaker John Arch has noted that a ..read more

“On behalf of the Greater Omaha Chamber, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to board member UNMC Chancellor Jeff Gold on his appointment as the priority candidate for the University of Nebraska System presidency. Dr. Gold’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence will usher in a transformative era for the University, further enriching our academic and local communities. As a former university colleague of Dr. Gold’s, I know his love for the University and Nebraska is foundational to who he is as a person and the critical work that lies ahead. The Chamber looks f ..read more

OMAHA, NE – The Greater Omaha Chamber, the region’s leading business membership organization, is excited to announce that its GrOW program has become an independent entity, now named The Work Lab Inc. This transition aims to enhance the program’s impact on the community by providing focused support to partner companies and their employees. The Work Lab Inc. offers a unique service model, including on-site WorkLife Coaches, to assist employees with personal and career-related challenges. This approach not only supports individual growth but also addresses workforce development needs, contributi ..read more