Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce News and Events

Exhibitors, Organizers Tout Rewards of Buy the Big O! Show

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:10:25 GMT

The Buy the Big O! Show is an unrivaled networking opportunity that's been paying off for Omaha businesses for two decades.

One-stop for Business Resources

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 19:57:16 GMT

The Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership helps existing businesses navigate the world of incentives, find the right employees, and much more.

Exhibit or Attend: Midwest Franchise Seminar

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:04:22 GMT

Franchise opportunities abound! Exhibit at or attend the Midwest Franchise Seminar to get information on becoming a franchisee or franchising your existing business concept.

Omaha Executive Institute Class Announced

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:01:27 GMT

On Aug. 24, senior level executives, and their spouses, who are new to their positions or the community began learning about Omaha's challenges and opportunities at Omaha Executive Institute.

Visit from Novozymes' Executive Management Team

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 15:00:43 GMT

The Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership hopes that a recent visit from the Novozymes' executive management team will lead to another economic development project.

Return on Your Chamber Investment

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:51:44 GMT

Your Chamber membership helps fuel the success of Omaha's business climate and we'll prove it. Check out the Chamber's 2010 2nd quarter report.

Midwest Franchise Seminar Slated for Nov. 12

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 15:38:39 GMT

Franchise opportunities abound! Exhibit at or attend the Midwest Franchise Seminar on Nov. 12, from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at UNO.

Attend Buy the Big O! Show Exhibitor Training

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:08:50 GMT

Make the Buy the Big O! Show profitable. Attend Exhibitor Training on Aug. 26, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Omaha Convention Center, 3321 S. 72nd St.

Nominations Being Accepted for Chamber Board

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:38:59 GMT

The nomination process for the Chamber's 2011 board of directors is underway.

Chamber Academy: Implement a Social Media Strategy - Sept. 8, 2010

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT

Build a successful social media strategy and maximize results. Mike Losee, senior marketing manager for Snitily Carr, will help you develop compelling content, products and conversations. Use social media to create an active dialogue with your customers to build brand value and drive more sales!

Determine your social media objective
Check your tech - what tools do you need?
Implement best practices

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Prosper Omaha - Small Business Insights - Sept. 15, 2010

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT

Participate in a spirited panel discussion focusing on the lessons learned from other small business owners who have already tackled complex issues and gone on to develop successful operations.

Reap the benefits of the panel's experience. Hear about their challenges and their successes. Understand what has worked for them and what hasn't. They will tell it like it is, and through their experience you will learn how to make more money, reduce costs and save time.

The panel of experts includes:

Pat Corrigan, ACCESSbank
John Barnhart, Barnhart Press
Kraig Kirchmann, Two Men and a Truck

Moderator: Dan Pogge, Mail Marketing

Cost is $20 per person and includes continental breakfast.

View excerpts from a previous Prosper Omaha - Small Business Insights event.

Networking 101 - After the Handshake - Sept. 16, 2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Do you love networking? Or do you hate it? Either way, you will want to attend this session. From Chamber events to anytime you are with a group of people, networking opportunities are endless - get the most from each of these opportunities. Attend Networking 101 to guarantee your networking skills are top notch. This session will benefit the office team, the sales team or the management team!

Sessions are $25 per person and must be paid in advance. Facilitated by Bridget Lynch, director of member services.

Check out the 101 sessions, Customer Service 101, Cooling a Hot Situation, Sales 101, Sales for the Non- | Salesperson and Marketing 101, How to Market Through the Chamber.

For groups of 15 to 500, this program can be held at your location and customized to fit your specific needs. For more information contact Lynch.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Rush Hour Connections: The Institute for the Culinary Arts - Sept. 21, 2010

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 05:00:00 GMT

End your workday productively - renew professional relationships and build new ones! Connections and business happen over appetizers and beverages.

This come-and-go-as-you-please event offers you, and your fellow Chamber members, time for effective networking. Where else can you go where you have the opportunity to meet 10, 20, 50 or even 150 professionals in two hours?

There will be a special breakout session specifically for those who are involved in national or international sales. Exchange ideas, ask questions, share emerging industry updates and best practices during a 15-minute small group session at 4:30 p.m.

Cost is $10 per person if paid in advance or $15 at the door, if space is available.

The Institute for Culinary Arts is located on the Metropolitan Community College Fort Omaha Campus, 32nd Street and Sorensen Parkway. Find building #22 on the campus map.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Greater Omaha Young Professionals: Breakfast with a CEO - Sept. 22, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Converse with Omaha leaders. Network with your peers. Learn, connect and get involved. After attending Breakfast with a CEO at Methodist Women's Hospital Medical Office Building, you can check out the adjoining Women's Hospital. View directions to the medical office building. The meeting will be in Sharp and Picotte rooms.

Participating CEOs:

Pam Hernandez, executive vice president of operations, Woodmen of the World
Sue Korth, vice president and COO, Methodist Women's Hospital
Lori Foerster, president, Crane Coffee

The cost to attend is $20 and includes breakfast.

Chamber Academy: 10 Essential Leadership Behaviors - Sept. 22, 2010

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT

Are you the best leader you could be? Dan Sedor of Leadership Resources will help you answer that question. Discuss the 10 essential leadership behaviors and how those behaviors (or lack of them) impact your ability to lead yourself and your team toward success.

Learn the importance of leadership in achieving long-term success
Identify the 10 essential leadership behaviors
Create an action plan to improve your personal leadership

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Member Orientation - Sept. 23, 2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Want to get involved in the Chamber, but don't know where to start? Plan to attend Member Orientation and find out how you and all your employees can benefit from your membership. New business connections await you as well.

There is no charge for this event.

For groups of 15 or more, this program can be held at your location and customized to fit your specific needs. For more information contact Bridget Lynch, director of member services.

Member Orientation is presented by

Sales 101 - Sales for the Non-Salesperson - Sept. 23, 2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Why do people buy? What adds value to your product or service? What causes people to upgrade? If you have products or services that others might need, you are a salesperson and this session is for you. In Sales 101 you'll learn the basics you can use today!

This event is $25 per person and must be paid in advance. Facilitated by Bridget Lynch, director of member services.

Check out the 101 sessions, Customer Service 101, Cooling a Hot Situation, Networking 101, After the | Handshake and Marketing 101, How to Market Through the Chamber.

For groups of 15 to 500, this program can be held at your location and customized to fit your specific needs. Contact Lynch for more information.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Greater Omaha Young Professionals: Nebraska Beef, Wine and Cheese Tasting at Ak-Sar-Ben's River City Rodeo - Sept. 23, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Join the Greater Omaha Young Professionals at Ak-Sar-Ben's River City Rodeo (ARCR) for the 2nd Annual Nebraska Beef, Wine and Cheese tasting event presented by PAYLESS Office Products and the Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Foundation.

Sample freshly prepared beef recipes, compliments of the Nebraska Beef Council, and gourmet cheeses and award-winning Nebraska wines from vineyards throughout the area. Enjoy relaxing music and engage with other young professionals, state senators and community members. Attendees will take home a complimentary commemorative ARCR wine charm.

After the event, plan to stay for all of the rodeo action of the Justin Boots Championships during the world's second largest rodeo.

Proper ID is required to receive your event wristband. Parking is available in Qwest Center Omaha parking lots for $8.

Event partners:

PAYLESS Office Products
Greater Omaha Young Professionals
Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Foundation
Nebraska Beef Council
Nebraska Winery and Grape Growers Association

Tickets are $10 if paid in advance and $15 at the door, if space is available.

Coffee & Contacts: Holiday Bright Lights - Sept. 28, 2010

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 05:00:00 GMT

See holiday decorations and make new professional connections on your way to work! What a winning combo! Stop by Holiday Bright Lights new showroom just northwest of Blair High Road and I-680. You'll leave with lots of possibilities — possible new clients as well as possible new holiday decorations!

Cost is $5 per person if paid in advance or $10 at the door, if space is available.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Application Deadline: Present During Spring Chamber Academy - Oct. 1, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Do you have a topic that you are passionate about? Something that would benefit other Chamber members?

Apply to facilitate a Chamber Academy session during the January - June series by Friday, Oct. 1. View more details and complete the application.

Read more about the benefits of being a presenter.

Presenter Guidelines
Chamber Academy was created to provide an easy and reliable way for Chamber members to get advice, learn concepts and garner information on a variety of important topics. To ensure quality programming, the Chamber has implemented guidelines for each presenter.

We are looking for a variety of topics applicable to diverse areas of business, from marketing to human resources and many topics in between. Sales related topics are always in demand.

Presenter(s) must be current members of the Chamber.
Chamber Academy sessions are educational, non-commercial forums. A speaker cannot use the Chamber Academy speaking engagement as an opportunity to promote their own product or service.
Presenter(s) will be limited to one session every twelve months.
Presenter(s) must refrain from statements or comments that can be deemed offensive, or anything less than professional.
Presenter(s) must possess the expertise, ability and skills to cover the subject matter to the Chamber's diverse audience.
Proposed session must be clearly defined including learning objectives and what attendees can expect to take away from the session.
Proposed session must be balanced to serve a variety of knowledge and skill levels.

Chamber Academy: Why Smart Employees Underperform - Oct. 6, 2010

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT

We've all been there. The candidate has the experience, qualifications, relevant work history and aced the interview process. Today your hire isn't a good fit. While your candidate seemed impressive during the hiring process, he or she is underperforming today. Nikki Ellison, SPHR, president of HR Initiatives, LLC, will teach you how to:

Avoid seven common hazards
Uncover three keys to understanding why some employees perform at extraordinary levels and others don't
Learn four primary factors that harm relationships among co-workers

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Buy the Big O! Show - Oct. 13, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

The Buy the Big O! Show is the region's largest and most prestigious business-to-business trade show.

The Show brings approximately 400 exhibiting businesses and more than 6,000 people together in one day. This is proof that one-stop networking and marketing happen at Omaha's largest B2B gathering.

Find out more at BuyTheBigOShow.com.

This event is for business professionals. Please no luggage carts, strollers or children under 18.

Chamber Academy: Branding and Marketing Your Small Business Today - Oct. 13, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Learn the elements of successful branding and marketing for your small business. Business is driven by your marketing package, which includes corporate identification, purchased marketing tactics, relations with content creators and connectors and, most importantly, the customer experience you offer. Discover how to combine these elements to drive business results.

Corey Meyer with Bozell will lead this session.

No registration necessary. Entrance is free with a Buy the Big O! Show ticket, available at BuyTheBigOShow.com. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Buy the Big O! Show Procurement Meetings - Oct. 13, 2010

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Business-to-business. Finding the right people to do business with is what the Buy the Big O! Show is all about. To encourage member-to-member purchasing, a portion of the Buy the Big O! Show floor will be reserved for brief business meetings with procurement decision makers and select show exhibitors.

Sign up now for 15-minute meetings with representatives from the following companies:

Businesses include:

Gallup
KIEWIT BUILDING GROUP
Metropolitan Community College
Mutual of Omaha
OBI Creative
OneWorld Community Health Center

Chamber Academy: Quit Discounting! You Deserve to Get Full Price - Oct. 13, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Dispel the common myth that the only way to get a sale is to discount your price. Position yourself and your company to get the price that you deserve – and that your customers are willing to pay. Mark Hunter, “The Sales Hunter,” will share with you proven techniques he has learned from traveling globally more than 200 days a year working with leading companies and top salespeople.

Mark Hunter with The Sales Hunter will lead this session.

No registration necessary. Entrance is free with a Buy the Big O! Show ticket, available at BuyTheBigOShow.com. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Chamber Academy: Marketing 101 - How to Market Through the Chamber - Oct. 13, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Would you like to generate sales and gain visibility? Market your products and services through the Chamber; learn how to get your business in front of thousands of area professionals by incorporating the Chamber in your marketing plans. Find out about FREE or very low cost marketing tools offered exclusively to Chamber members at Marketing 101.

Bridget Lynch and RuthAnn Manley with the Greater Omaha Chamber will lead this session.

No registration necessary. Entrance is free with a Buy the Big O! Show ticket, available at BuyTheBigOShow.com. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Chamber Academy: Advertising 101: How to do More With Less and Still Get Results! - Oct. 13, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Bombarded with the countless ways to advertise your business? Wonder what you should do to reach your customers and get results? Learn how to navigate the myriad of advertising choices and plan Web marketing for your business.

Jennifer Ridgway, Deana Schweitzer and Jim Filippi with KETV will lead this session.

No registration necessary. Entrance is free with a Buy the Big O! Show ticket, available at BuyTheBigOShow.com. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Chamber Academy: People, Planet and Prosperity: Green Your Home or Business - Oct. 13, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Green your business and boost your bottom line. Discover a simple framework to reduce your costs while improving the environment with sustainable practices. Come away with specific practices to help your business or home move in the “green” direction!

Daniel J. Lawse with Metropolitan Community College will lead this session.

No registration necessary. Entrance is free with a Buy the Big O! Show ticket, available at BuyTheBigOShow.com. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Omaha Business Hall of Fame Nominations Due - Oct. 15, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

The Greater Omaha Chamber's Omaha Business Hall of Fame annually inducts civic and business leaders whose accomplishments are both outstanding and historically significant. Complete a nomination form by Oct. 15 >>

Customer Service 101 - Cooling a Hot Situation - Oct. 19, 2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Looking for proven methods to promote customer satisfaction that will benefit you and your customers? How about specific steps to cool down a potentially hot situation? This session is for you. The office team, the sales team, the distribution team or the management team, it doesn't matter. All will benefit from this session!

This event is $25 per person and must be paid in advance. Bridget Lynch, director of member services, will facilitate the session.

Check out the 101 sessions, Sales 101, Sales for the Non-Salesperson, Networking 101, After the Handshake and Marketing 101, How to Market Through the Chamber.

For groups of 15 to 500, this program can be held at your location and customized to fit your specific needs. For more information contact Lynch.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Member Orientation - Oct. 21, 2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Benefits of Chamber membership? Come find out at Member Orientation. Make money, reduce costs and save time. You will even make new business connections while there. This event is open to all Chamber members and their employees free of charge.

For groups of 15 or more, this program can be held at your location and customized to fit your specific needs. For more information contact Bridget Lynch, director of member services.

Member Orientation is presented by

Networking at Noon: Arbor Hall - Oct. 26, 2010

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Generate a new business opportunity for yourself and help fellow Chamber members grow their businesses. You can do both and still make it back to work in time for your first afternoon meeting. How? With Networking at Noon.

This time-saving meeting offers you the opportunity to have lunch with three other professionals who you probably haven't met before. Lunch is followed by brief introductions of all in attendance and then 30 minutes of networking. Contact information for those registered will be distributed for more efficient networking.

This event is $25 per person and must be paid in advance.

Prompt arrival is important for this event - check-in begins at 11:30 a.m., events begins at 11:45 a.m.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Registration begins on Thursday, Aug. 26.

Chamber Academy: Brand for Talent - Oct. 27, 2010

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT

Brand your employment marketing to attract and retain quality talent. Roshelle Campbell, director of human resources for the Omaha World-Herald, and Jamie Kinniard, digital/online account executive for the Omaha World-Herald will help you identify the best message and advertising to find and keep your ideal candidate.

Use your culture to develop effective employment marketing
Identify the right message and advertising vehicle to find your ideal candidate
Identify the ideal candidate based on your culture and organizational needs

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

All Chambers Together: Sempeck's Bowling & Entertainment - Oct. 28, 2010

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT

To thank you for being a Chamber member you are invited to a complimentary networking event with 11 chambers!

This event is complimentary; however registration is required.

Chamber Academy: Principles for High Performance Selling - Nov. 3, 2010

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT

Engage the prospect by effectively creating confidence in your ability to help solve their problems. Rose Mary Hefley, president of Achievement Unlimited, Inc., guarantees you'll leave this professional sales training workshop better equipped to develop presentations that meet your clients real needs, create a specific sales plan to achieve your sales goals, influence the right buyers and close the sale with ease.

Develop presentations that meet your clients real needs
Create a specific sales plan to achieve your sales goals
Influence the right buyers and close the sale with ease

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Member Orientation - Nov. 4, 2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Member Orientation is presented by

Coffee & Contacts: University of Nebraska at Omaha - Nov. 9, 2010

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Visit the Univeristy of Nebraska at Omaha's latest addition — Mammel Hall College of Business Administration. Situated in the Aksarben campus just south of Center Street on 67th Street, this beautiful new facility will be the site of our Nov. 9 Coffee & Contacts. Join us! Tour the building, make connections and start the day off right.

There will be a special breakout session specifically for those involved in government, military and defense. This small group will exchange ideas, ask questions, share emerging industry updates and best practices during a 15-minute small group session at 8 a.m.

View a map of the UNO campus >>

Cost is $5 per person if paid in advance or $10 at the door, if space is available.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Midwest Franchise Seminar - Nov. 12, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

This comprehensive seminar will offer franchise education, resources and networking opportunities with franchisors seeking to provide business opportunities.

The event will be at the newly constructed Mammel Hall, the College of Business Administration at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

Who should attend? Anyone interested in franchise business opportunities, services and resources. Whether you want to start a business, have a business, but want to learn more, or want to attract franchisees to your community, the Midwest Franchise Seminar is for you!

Topics for discussion include:

Legal environment for franchising
Marketing a franchise
Real estate and insurance issues

View the agenda >>

The cost to attend this information-packed event is just $100. (The price will increase to $135 on Friday, Oct. 29.) The price includes daylong education and networking opportunities, continental breakfast, lunch and admission to the trade fair and reception.

Register to attend >>

You also have the opportuntiy to exhibit at this event.

Exhibitor Packages

Silver - $300

Exhibit table at the trade fair
Two attendee registrations that include: sessions, lunch and reception
Company listed in seminar program guide

Gold - $500

Exhibit table at the trade fair
Four attendee registrations that include: sessions, lunch and reception
Company logo in seminar program guide

Platinum - $1000

Exhibit table at the trade fair
Six attendee registrations that include: sessions, lunch and reception
Company logo and 50-word company description in seminar program guide
Logo on signage at the event
Attendee list

Reserve exhibit space >>

The Courtyard by Marriott at Aksarben Village is offering discounted rates of just $99 per night for both Thursday, Nov. 11 and Friday, Nov. 12. This hotel is conveniently located just a few steps away from the event location.

Read more about the 2009 event for an idea about what to expect >>

Event partners are Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, L. L. P., the International Council of Shopping Centers and the University of Nebraska at Omaha College of Business Administration.

Business After Hours: Thrasher Basement Systems, Inc. - Nov. 16, 2010

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Business After Hours is a mini trade show held only four times a year by the Greater Omaha Chamber. More than 250 attendees gather to browse exhibitor tables, renew relationships and make new contacts.

You are sure to make meaningful connections that lead to making more money, reducing costs and growing your business. Save time by networking where so many professionals are together in one place!

Tickets are $10 if paid in advance and $15 at the door, if space is available.

Showcase your business by reserving a display table at this event today for $50. View the table contract. To confirm your registration, sign and fax this contract to Kristy Fortenbury at (402) 778-4618. Don't wait long. Tables will sell out quickly!

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Chamber Academy: Event Marketing - Measuring the Results - Nov. 17, 2010

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT

Boost your event marketing and measure your return on investment. Michelle Adams, business and engagement developer at Bozell, will give you trends and tips to help you save money without killing the experience of the event. You'll walk away with specific strategies to help you evaluate overall impact.

Event marketing: trends and tips
Ways to save without killing the experience
Meeting and event measurement: strategies to evaluate impact

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Economic Outlook Luncheon - Nov. 17, 2010

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Save the date for the Economic Outlook Luncheon!

Learn about the overall business climate of Greater Omaha, economic performance and attitudes toward future growth.

Plus, hear from keynote speaker, Elizabeth MacDonald, stocks editor for the FOX Business Network.

Prior to joining FOX Business Network, MacDonald was a senior editor at Forbes Magazine, where she covered stock market and earnings news and created "The World's 100 Most Powerful Women" annual list.

Before Forbes, MacDonald covered stock market, earnings and accounting abuses for the Wall Street Journal's Money and Investing section. MacDonald was one of the first journalists in the country to sound the alarm about the coming wave of accounting scandals in the mid-nineties, and also broke stories on Scientology's secret settlement with the IRS and the Kennedys' use of the IRS to target political enemies.

Recognized as one of the top prize-winning business journalists in the country, MacDonald has received 14 awards, including the top prize in business journalism, the Gerald Loeb Award for Distinguished Business Journalism.

The event also marks the release of the Chamber’s Economic Outlook publication, which reflects the results of a Chamber member survey, business leader views and data analysis by the Chamber’s research department. Review last year's publication.

Event sponsors

Marketing 101 - How to Market Through the Chamber - Nov. 18, 2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Would you like your business to be in front of thousands of area professionals? Incorporate the Chamber in your marketing plans. Marketing 101 will show you how to generate sales and gain visibility by marketing your products and services through the Chamber with FREE or very low cost marketing tools offered exclusively to Chamber members. Become visible today!

This event is $25 per person and must be paid in advance. Bridget Lynch, director of member services, and RuthAnn Manley, director of communications, facilitate the session.

Check out the 101 sessions, Customer Service 101, Cooling a Hot Situation, Sales 101, Sales for the Non-Salesperson and Networking 101, After the Handshake.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Chamber Academy: Relationship Selling - What's It All About? - Dec. 1, 2010

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT

Partner with customers, listen and build lasting, profitable business relationships. Donna Rehtmeyer with Integrity Staffing will identify the steps in the relationship-selling process. She will help you understand the importance of entering a partnership with your customers/clients, and show you how to apply the information presented to your own situations.

Gain more prospects/customers
Achieve more sales and higher customer retention
Build lasting business success

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Chamber Academy is sponsored by

Sales 101 - Sales for the Non-Salesperson - Dec. 8, 2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Why do people buy? What adds value to your product or service? What causes people to upgrade? If you have products or services that others might need, you are a salesperson and this session is for you. In Sales 101 you'll learn the basics you can use today!

This event is $25 per person and must be paid in advance. Facilitated by Bridget Lynch, director of member services.

Check out the 101 sessions, Customer Service 101, Cooling a Hot Situation, Networking 101, After the Handshake and Marketing 101, How to Market Through the Chamber.

For groups of 15 to 500, this program can be held at your location and customized to fit your specific needs. Contact Lynch for more information.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Networking at Noon: Arbor Hall - Dec. 9, 2010

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Prompt arrival is important for this event - check-in begins at 11:30 a.m., events begins at 11:45 a.m.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Registration begins on Saturday, Oct. 9.

Networking 101 - After the Handshake - Dec. 15, 2010

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Do you love networking? Or do you hate it? Either way, you will want to attend this session. From Chamber events to anytime you are with a group of people, networking opportunities are endless - get the most from each of these opportunities. Attend Networking 101 to guarantee your networking skills are top notch. This session will benefit the office team, the sales team or the management team!

Sessions are $25 per person and must be paid in advance. Facilitated by Bridget Lynch, director of member services.

Check out the 101 sessions, Customer Service 101, Cooling a Hot Situation, Sales 101, Sales for the Non-Salesperson and Marketing 101, How to Market Through the Chamber.

For groups of 15 to 500, this program can be held at your location and customized to fit your specific needs. For more information contact Lynch.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Coffee & Contacts: Nebraska Humane Society - Dec. 16, 2010

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 06:00:00 GMT

Stop by the Nebraska Humane Society on your way to work to make some business connections and exchange ideas with other Chamber members. Potential customers or suppliers could be just a conversation away.

There will be a special breakout session specifically for those who are involved in the business of health and wellness. Exchange ideas, ask questions, share emerging industry updates and best practices during a 15-minute small group session at 8 a.m.

Cost is $5 per person if paid in advance or $10 at the door, if space is available.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Severe weather: If the Omaha Public Schools District is closed for inclement weather, the Chamber events scheduled for those days are also canceled.

Rush Hour Connections: Millard Lumber Inc. - Jan. 20, 2011

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 06:00:00 GMT

End your workday productively - renew professional relationships and build new ones! Connections and business happen over appetizers and beverages.

There will be a special breakout session specifically for those who are involved in residential construction.. Exchange ideas, ask questions, share emerging industry updates and best practices during a 15-minute small group session at 8 a.m.

Cost is $10 per person if paid in advance or $15 at the door, if space is available.

Interested in attending, but not currently a member of the Greater Omaha Chamber? Join today. Or contact us at memberservices@omahachamber.org.

Severe weather: If the Omaha Public Schools District is closed for inclement weather, the Chamber events scheduled for those days are also canceled.

2011 Annual Meeting - Feb. 1, 2011

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Save the date for the Chamber's 2011 Annual Meeting!

David G. Brown, Chamber president and CEO, will present the 2010 Annual Review and the Chamber's Chairman's Award of Excellence, Headliner of the Year Award and Volunteer of the Year Award.

Plus hear from future NCAA president, Mark A. Emmert. He is current president of the University of Washington. Emmert will become the NCAA's fifth chief executive. He is expected to assume his duties by Nov. 1.

Emmert has been president at his alma mater since 2004. He has led Washington to its standing as second among all public and private institutions in research funding with $1 billion in grants and contracts per year. He previously was chancellor at Louisiana State University from 1999-04.

The 2011 Annual Meeting Luncheon sponsors are Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, McGrath North, Mutual of Omaha and Wells Fargo. The event partner sponsor is Northrop Grumman.

Tickets are $75 per Chamber member and $750 per table of ten, $40 of each ticket is a charitable contribution. Tickets are $150 per person and $1,500 per table of ten for nonmembers, $115 of each ticket is a charitable contribution.

Application Deadline: Present During Fall Chamber Academy - April 1, 2011

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 06:00:00 GMT

Do you have a topic that you are passionate about? Something that would benefit other Chamber members?

Apply to facilitate a Chamber Academy session during the July - December series by Friday, April 1. View more details and complete the application.

Read more about the benefits of being a presenter.

We are looking for a variety of topics applicable to diverse areas of business, from marketing to human resources and many topics in between. Sales related topics are always in demand.

Presenter(s) must be current members of the Chamber.
Chamber Academy sessions are educational, non-commercial forums. A speaker cannot use the Chamber Academy speaking engagement as an opportunity to promote their own product or service.
Presenter(s) will be limited to one session every twelve months.
Presenter(s) must refrain from statements or comments that can be deemed offensive, or anything less than professional.
Presenter(s) must possess the expertise, ability and skills to cover the subject matter to the Chamber's diverse audience.
Proposed session must be clearly defined including learning objectives and what attendees can expect to take away from the session.
Proposed session must be balanced to serve a variety of knowledge and skill levels.