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December Small Business of the Month: Heartland Steel
"We hope to change the way we build houses in the world." At the heart of Omaha stands a business that is reshaping the construction landscape – Heartland Steel, the first Cold Roll Steel Manufacturer in the city and surrounding area. Specializing in the production of...
LB 586: Sexual Orientation Anti-Discrimination Nebraska State Legislature Testimony
Just over a year ago, Clark Lauritzen, then-Chairman of the Chamber Board, testified at the Nebraska State Capitol in favor of LB 586, a measure that would forbid firings because of someone’s sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
With the measure up for consideration again this year, we thought it appropriate to share Clark’s remarks and re-iterate why we support this measure so crucial to talent recruitment in our state.
“Civically, socially, business-wise – all reasons that I’m part of President’s Club.”
By: Tim Riewer Vice president, Bank of Nebraska; President’s Club volunteer since 2009 and a consistent top producer I am quietly competitive by nature. I have some sales skills and a general like for people, and I have consumed sufficient Chamber Kool-Aid to believe...
Offutt Deserves Protecting
For a person like me, who has never lived near a military town, it is a near constant reminder that the Omaha area has a unique asset nearby: Offutt Air Force Base.
Our Kim Sellmeyer: brand crusader, peacekeeper… able to chase mounted police down in small bounds.
Her 10 year anniversary with the Chamber – what has she learned? What mistakes have been made?
Passing LB 586 is the right thing to do. Contact your senators now.
LB 586 prevents someone from being fired based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Omaha Business Hall of Fame Inductee: Gary Gates – The Power of Curiosity
Unshakeable curiosity, steadfast loyalty and supportive family – they are the catalysts for one powerful legacy. Wayne “Gary” Gates retired from Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) in 2015, capping an almost 43-year career that saw him rise from...
Designing, Building, Leading and Leaving a Legacy
You know their names. Get to know their incredible backstories. 2016 Omaha Business Hall of Fame Honorees: Irving Dana Jr. (1926-1998): A Legacy by Design Gary Gates: The Power of Curiosity Fred Jr. and Kim Hawkins: Building on a Solid Foundation John J. "Jack"...
Omaha Business Hall of Fame Inductees: Fred Jr. and Kenneth “Kim” Hawkins – Building on a Solid Foundation
They have spent their lives constructing a lasting and expansive legacy – one bridge and highway, school and commercial building at a time. “Fred developed an ad a few years back that kind of typifies our impact on Omaha. The sense of it was, ‘You...
Unspeakables
Guest blog post from MindSet In the world of Harry Potter, Unspeakables refer to Ministry of Magic employees who work in the Department of Mysteries. Little is known about their workplace or the specific jobs done by these wizards or witches as employees of this...
The “WIFM”? Inspiration, hope and cheesecake.
I’ve been attending and covering Chamber gatherings for years – as a long-time member and a local writer. What’s in it for me?