Support Local: Restaurants & Bars
This article is part of a series titled Support Local.Pt. 1: ConstructionPt. 2: Restaurants & Bars Walk outside and that feeling hits you square in the face. It’s the pleasant recognition that those frigid Nebraska temps and freak snowstorms are finally behind us. Yes, friends, summer is officially rolling in. Long days, green lawns, farmer’s […]
We Rise: Economic Recovery Plan
The Greater Omaha Chamber developed an economic recovery plan to help area businesses navigate the decisions and activities needed to safely resume commerce. While the goal is a more robust level of economic activity, we must not risk pushing public health back into a crisis. Such a relapse would only result in elongating the broader […]
Support Local: Construction
This article is part of a series titled Support Local.Pt. 1: ConstructionPt. 2: Restaurants & Bars Construction season springs with Spring, and Spring has sprung. Officially. Well, maybe not “officially,” because this is Nebraska after all, and we know we probably got one more totally inexplicable snow storm on the way. But, for now, it’s […]
Now What? How to Make the Most of Your Chamber Membership
It’s a question that pops into the minds of most new Chamber members: “Now what?” As in, now that I’ve joined the Greater Omaha Chamber, what do I do? Well, the short answer is: Anything. Something. Lots of things. (First, register to attend a Member Orientation.) The longer answer, of course, requires a little more […]
5 Myths About the Greater Omaha Chamber
From UFO sightings to haunted parks, the city of Omaha has its fair share of myths, tall tales and urban legends. Spend some time in the Old Market on any given Saturday night, and you’re certain to bump into someone who knows someone who had a great-great grandfather who once had a brush with Wild […]
Intentionality: Activating Change in Greater Omaha
Our region, along with the rest of the country, is changing. The U.S. population is growing in size, while it also becomes older and more diverse. The Greater Omaha Chamber recognizes that, in order to ensure the region stays competitive, the community needs to respond to the growing diversity in our region. As change agents, […]
Greater Omaha Chamber supports the community through United Way campaign.
Chamber + United Way of the Midlands: Continually Partnering for a Thriving Greater Omaha At the Chamber, fostering a community that is prosperous for all is one of their driving goals. One of the ways The Chamber does that – on a very personal, very grassroots level – is by participating in the United Way […]
Chamber Announces 2020 Board
Members of the Greater Omaha Chamber Board of Directors invest their time, resources and expertise to support the Chamber, its members and mission – to increase business, investment and employment in Greater Omaha. The 2019 Board Nominating Committee announces the following slate for the 2020 Greater Omaha Chamber Board: Executive Committee Tim Burke, President and […]
E-Day 2019: Encouraging Engineering Students to Grow Their Careers Right Here
“We want our engineering students to know that no matter where they come from, there are opportunities to have a fruitful engineering career right here in Nebraska. These types of touchpoints with industry are so valuable and add to the personal experiences our students receive,” said Jen Skidmore, director of student development for the College of Engineering.
Reflecting on the Power and Promise of Omaha’s and Our Nation’s Chambers
I was recently given the honor of serving as Chairman of The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) for the next year. I look forward to volunteering my time to this important organization, working with its staff and supporting other chamber executives as they work to lead economic growth and development in their communities. […]