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May Investor’s Corner – FNBO
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...
Two Leadership Skills: Coaching & Parenting
Guest blog post from MindSet When looking to identify potential leaders, two important skill sets are coaching and parenting. If you have someone within your organization who is a great coach and demonstrates exceptional parenting skills, they are...
The Ultimate ‘Current’ Movement: Help Us Reimagine the Riverfront.
It’s your turn to dream BIG, let your imagination flow and impact the conversation.
Just Keep Goin’ On
My Chamber career began on Feb. 1st – and they’ve kept me busy.
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.
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 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...