2026 Business Hall Of Fame Inductees – G. Richard Russell and Carol Madson Russell
G. Richard Russell and Carol Madson Russell G. Richard Russell and Carol Madson Russell have demonstrated a longstanding commitment to business leadership, volunteerism, and community involvement in Omaha. Rick Russell was born in Yankton, South Dakota, and moved with his parents, George F. and Marjorie H. Russell, to Millard, Nebraska, where George founded Millard […]
June Business of the Month | Amigos
Amigos: Bringing Friends Together Through Food and Community Since opening its first restaurant in Lincoln on June 17, 1980, Amigos has been guided by a simple idea: create a place where friends can gather and enjoy fresh, made-from-scratch food. Founded by Roger and Janice Moore, the company was built on a desire to serve quality […]
2026 Business Hall Of Fame Inductees – Derek J. Leathers
Derek J. Leathers Derek J. Leathers is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Werner Enterprises, serving as Chairman since May 2021 and CEO since May 2016. He was Vice Chairman in 2020-21 and President from 2011 to January 2024. Throughout his tenure at Werner, he has held integral roles in many facets […]
Greater Omaha Chamber Announces 2026 Omaha Business Hall of Fame Inductees
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 2, 2026 CONTACTAron WehrGreater Omaha Chamber402.978.7920awehr@omahachamber.org Greater Omaha Chamber Announces 2026 Omaha Business Hall of Fame Inductees Omaha, NE – The Greater Omaha Chamber is proud to announce the 2026 inductees into the Omaha Business Hall of Fame, honoring a distinguished group of leaders whose exceptional achievements have shaped Omaha’s business landscape and […]
Investor’s Corner: Scoular Connects Omaha Roots to Global Impact
For nearly 135 years, Scoular has built a history of resilience, growth, and strong community connections, all starting in Omaha. Scoular stands among the nation’s largest privately held companies, thriving on a global stage yet staying firmly rooted in Omaha. Over 200 of its nearly 1,200 employees call Omaha home, and in 2021, Scoular underscored […]
May Business of the Month | ProsperSpark
ProsperSpark: Turning Operational Challenges Into Smarter Solutions Businesses today move faster than ever, but many teams still struggle with inefficient processes, disconnected systems and time-consuming manual work. ProsperSpark was built to solve those challenges by helping organizations create smarter, more efficient ways to operate through automation, data optimization and productivity consulting. Founded nearly seven years ago in a small […]
2026 Business Excellence Award Winners
The Greater Omaha Chamber, in partnership with Premier Bank, is proud to recognize businesses making meaningful contributions to our community. Honorees are celebrated across key categories including civic engagement, culture, innovation, philanthropy, and the distinguished Business of the Year award. Their efforts continue to strengthen Greater Omaha as a dynamic place to live, work, and […]
Greater Omaha Chamber Encourages STB to Approve Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern Merger
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 30, 2026 CONTACT Aron Wehr Greater Omaha Chamber 402-978-7901 awehr@omahachamber.org Greater Omaha Chamber Encourages STB to Approve Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern Merger Omaha, NE – The Greater Omaha Chamber today expressed strong support for the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, as the companies prepare to refile their application with the […]
YP Summit 2026: Big Impact
Written by Emilie Barnes Last month, Omaha welcomed young professionals from across the region to the 2026 YP Summit. A day filled with inspiration and connection, attendees left with new skills and perspectives to help them advance their personal and professional lives. Lives marked by this year’s theme: bold moves, big impact. For many, including Dhatri Nagubandi and Keith […]
Legislative Update – April 29, 2026
As a friendly reminder, we hope you will join us for the Greater Omaha Chamber’s next Politics & Eggs Breakfast on Friday, May 8, at 7:30 a.m. at the Omaha Marriott Regency, 10220 Regency Circle. This quarterly breakfast is a valuable opportunity for Chamber members to connect with local, state, and federal elected officials, as well as fellow business and […]