July Business of the Month – Massih Law
Even before he put his name on the door, John Massih knew what he wanted his law firm to be. Believing that legal knowledge and expertise are the baseline, he focuses on giving his clients more. And that more is service. “We do what we say we are going to do, every time. Our clients […]
June Business of the Month – The Farnam Hotel, Autograph Collection
“Brilliantly unexpected.” That’s how Shane Lonowski, general manager of the Farnam Hotel, describes the new luxury hotel in Omaha’s thriving Old Market. “We get a lot of our energy and inspiration from the city,” he said. “Our legacy is rooted in the entrepreneurial spirit of Omaha’s boom movement from centuries past.” Truly one-of-a-kind, the Farnam […]
May Business of the Month – Direct Design & Fabrication
While Direct Design & Fabrication (DD&F) is well-known in the manufacturing industry, people on the street may not know much about it. As a business-to-business company, DD&F manufactures and markets its products and services to other businesses, not the general public. We took this opportunity to find out more from Donald Volentine, previous owner and […]
April Business of the Month
Recently we had the privilege of sitting down with Doug Sorenson, Mark Sorenson and Carrie Ericson from Haney Shoe Store, a longstanding cornerstone of the Omaha community. Established in 1942 by their grandfather, Paul Haney, this family-owned business has stood the test of time, evolving from a shoe-repair shop that sold boots on the side […]
MARCH BUSINESS OF THE MONTH
We sat down with Sara Roberts and Amy McFeely, co-founders and principal consultants at Category One Consulting, to discuss their company, the value of a Chamber membership and advice they have for other business owners. Category One Consulting (C1C) is a firm that specializes in helping businesses realize their vision and maximize their impact. Ultimately, […]
February Business of the Month: DBS Burke
We sat down with Jay Durmaskin, senior VP of sales and marketing, and Lloyd Elam, owner of DBS Burke to discuss their success and involvement in the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce. DBS Burke is a marketing services company specializing in direct mail campaigns. They help small- and medium-sized businesses with their marketing efforts. This […]
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 structural steel framing for low-rise commercial and residential housing, […]
Good Samaritan Pet Doctor: November Small Business of the Month
“When I created this business, it was founded on a mission and a set of values. Through all the growth, change, and creative endeavors, I have kept coming back around to that mission and those values,” said Dr. Kristin Engel. Those values include providing top-notch care at an affordable price for some of Omaha’s most […]
Union Omaha: October Small Business of the Month
One Means All: Union Omaha Retires Jersey No. 1 in Tribute to Greater Omaha Union Omaha, Nebraska’s only professional soccer team, leads by example. From taking the initiative to increase women’s involvement in sports, to cutting costs for nonprofits and encouraging volunteer work, the Union Omaha Owls consistently showcase their dedication to Greater Omaha through […]
Harrison Financial Services: September Small Business of the Month
Combining leading-edge technology, experience, research, and old-fashioned hard work, Harrison Financial Services is committed to developing lasting relationships that help families build a better life, legacy, and community. Their expert team of 23, based in Omaha, puts clients’ interests first with innovative and specialized planning to help them reach their life goals, no matter […]