Business Excellence Award Winners
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. […]
2024 YP Summit: A Future for Everyone
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 […]
Outstanding Individuals and Companies Celebrated at 2024 Annual Meeting
Throughout 2023, Chamber members and volunteers contributed to moving our economy forward. We recognize four individuals and companies who have exemplified what it means to be a part of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce. We presented four distinguished awards: Chair’s Award of Excellence Dedicated Service Award Headliner of the Year Volunteers of the Year […]
2023 Business Excellence Award Winners
In 2023, keeping local businesses strong means supporting them through intentional and thoughtful consumer choices. It requires a shift in mindset from seeking convenience and low prices to prioritizing the long-term sustainability and vitality of the community. Local businesses must also adapt to changing consumer demands, embracing e-commerce and online marketing strategies to reach a […]
Outstanding Members and Volunteers to Be Celebrated at Annual Meeting
Throughout 2023, Chamber members and volunteers have contributed to keeping our community moving forward. That’s why we’re celebrating their positive impact at the 2024 Annual Meeting in January at CHI Health Center Omaha. This event will feature Bruce Katz, advisor on public reforms and private innovations that advance the well-being of metropolitan areas and their countries. […]
Small Business of the Month – August 2022: Nebraska Home Appliance
They don’t wear capes or utility belts, nor do they wield impenetrable shields or swing supernatural hammers, but that doesn’t deter Todd Daganaar from referring to his team members at Nebraska Home Appliance as “heroes.” Hometown Heroes to be exact. “While many see it as just a tagline, we live, breathe, and operate through those […]
Small Business of the Month – July 2022: Media King Communications
When it comes to bringing internet connectivity to the unconnected and underserved in Nebraska, one name stands out like a king – William King. King is head of Media King Communications, a nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) that offers WiFi communication services, media buying, marketing, advertising, infrastructure development, and community outreach initiatives. He also […]
2022 Business Hall of Fame Inductees
Every year, the Greater Omaha Chamber honors those whose vision, work ethic and dedication to community have made Omaha – Greater Omaha. Honorees are selected from nominations submitted by community members and business leaders (like you — so, make a nomination). Five of these outstanding leaders are set to be inducted into the Omaha Business […]
Small Business of the Month – June 2022: OBI Creative
O’Brien Industries (OBI Creative) is a research-based, innovation-driven advertising agency based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 2001 by Mary Ann O’Brien, an Iowa-native, entrepreneur, and former CMO of Gateway Computers, the firm started small, with fewer than 12 employees. In 2015, O’Brien made a decision to grow into a full-service ad agency. Employees doubled to […]
Small Business of the Month – May 2022: Bin There, Dump That
It’s hard to miss Bin There, Dump That. The dumpsters are bright, neon green and they’re all over the city of Omaha. Back in 2018, Sue and Peter Maier walked away from corporate America to open Bin There Dump That Omaha Dumpster Rental because they saw a need for waste disposal that was more residential […]