Organizations Commit $26 Million to Greater Omaha’s Economic Development
OMAHA, Neb., May 29, 2019 – The Greater Omaha Chamber today announced 180 regional investors have committed $26 million of the five-year, $32-million Prosper Omaha 2.0 campaign goal to date, funds designed to accelerate regional advancement, stimulate income and GDP growth and retain and attract talent. The announcement follows the Chamber’s May 23 investors’ meeting, […]
STATE, OMAHA, LINCOLN CHAMBERS SUPPORT LB720 TO GROW NEBRASKA BUSINESS
LINCOLN, NE—The state’s three largest Chambers of Commerce are voicing their support for the passage of the ImagiNE Nebraska Act, scheduled for debate in the Nebraska Legislature this week. LB720, sponsored by Senator Mark Kolterman of Seward and co-sponsored by 20 other state senators, looks to revamp Nebraska’s incentives structure to attract new business to […]
Omaha Business Hall of Fame Honors Regional, National Leaders
OMAHA, Neb., April 18, 2019 – Eight individuals were inducted into the Omaha Business Hall of Fame during a gala celebration on Wednesday, April 17, at the Holland Performing Arts Center, the Greater Omaha Chamber announced. Honorees were recognized for building legacies of innovation, success and community impact. This year marks the 26th anniversary of the Business […]
Gateway Development Corporation Appoints Mike Rooks Executive Director
Blair, Neb., April 5, 2019 – Gateway Development Corporation today announced the appointment of Mike Rooks as executive director. Rooks, together with community partners, will oversee Washington County’s economic development initiatives, including business-and-talent recruitment. “We are proud to welcome Mike as Gateway Development Corporation’s new executive director. Mike brings a wealth of experience that will continue […]
Greater Omaha Business Excellence Awards Recognize 22 Area Organizations
OMAHA, Neb., April 4, 2019 – The Greater Omaha Chamber today announced the 2019 Business Excellence Award winners, an annual tradition recognizing regional organizations in each of three categories: Leadership, Innovation and Philanthropy. Nearly 90 organizations competed for the recognition, with 22 unique businesses selected following a nomination and juried review. The winners of a Business […]
Greater Omaha Chamber Announces U.S. Chamber Resources for Organizations Impacted by Flooding
OMAHA, Neb., March 18, 2019 –The U.S. Chamber, in collaboration with the Greater Omaha Chamber, today announced help and resources for organizations impacted by flooding in the Midwest. “The Chamber Foundation is monitoring the flooding affecting parts of the Midwest,” said David G. Brown, president and CEO, Greater Omaha Chamber. “If you have damages and are […]
Omaha: There’s No Place Like Home for Singles
OMAHA, Neb., March 11, 2019 – Unmarried individuals may have found a new place to call home: Omaha. The region today announced it was named one of Insurify’s Best Cities for Singles. Award recipients were determined by an analysis of single populations, economic benefits and dating opportunities in cities across the country. With the US Census […]
RDG PLANNING & DESIGN ANNOUNCES OMAHA HEADQUARTERS EXPANSION
OMAHA, Neb., March 7, 2019 – RDG Planning & Design today announced an expanded headquarters in Omaha. The 54-year-old organization, which currently has offices in three states, will renovate a half-city block near downtown Omaha’s historic Old Market district. The announcement comes on the heels of a $290 million, 90-acre plan to revitalize Omaha’s Gene Leahy […]
Greater Omaha-Council Bluffs Repeat as Number One in Top Metros – Nebraska Wins Governor’s Cup
OMAHA, Neb., March 4, 2019 – Six counties, two states, one win: For the fourth year in a row, and the fifth time since 2014, Site Selection named Omaha – Council Bluffs No. 1 for new and expanded corporate facilities among areas with populations between 200,000 and 1 million in 2018. Site Selection, published by Conway […]
Region’s Largest Student/Business Experience ‘Careerockit’ Launches Today
Omaha, NE. Feb. 11, 2019 – Nebraska and Iowa’s largest, weeklong business/student collaborative learning initiative launched today, creating nearly 20,000 unique student experiences for more than 20 school districts, multiple universities and nearly 140 organizations in six counties February 11-17. Careerockit (http://careerockit.com/), a no-cost program of the Greater Omaha Chamber, supporting sponsors and community partners […]