August 19, 2026
Honoring Omaha’s Business Past and Present. Igniting its Future.
Every year, we recognize Omaha-area business luminaries for their incredible legacies and commitment to their business, industry and community. Honorees are inducted into the Omaha Business Hall of Fame at a brilliant gala supporting the next generation of Omaha professionals. Initiated in 1993 as part of the Greater Omaha Chamber’s centennial anniversary, the Omaha Business Hall of Fame event includes an hors d’oeuvres dinner and cocktail hour, induction ceremony and dessert reception. Achievements are then showcased in a permanent exhibit at The Durham Museum.
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Induction Ceremony
Parking
Complimentary parking will be available in Park 8 Garage, 1215 Capitol Ave., beginning at 5:00 PM.
You may enter the garage from either Dodge Street or Capitol Avenue.
To receive complimentary parking, enter access code 2308 or provide it to the parking attendant upon arrival.
Agenda
6 PM
Hors d’oeuvres & Cocktail Hour
7 PM
Induction Ceremony
8:30 PM
Dessert Reception
Single Ticket
*$350 for Non-Members
- Hors d’oeuvres & Cocktail Hour
- Open seating at Induction Ceremony
- Dessert Reception
Patron Package
- Four (4) reserved seat tickets at Induction Ceremony
- Mention in the print and digital program
- Complimentary parking
- Hors d’oeuvres & Cocktail Hour
- Dessert Reception
Ticket Omaha
When will I get my tickets?
- Tickets will be emailed from Ticket Omaha 2–5 days before the event.
- You will receive an email at the address you registered with notifying you that your tickets are ready in your Ticket Omaha Mobile Ticket Wallet.
- Check your spam or promotions folder if you haven’t received it.
How do I access my Mobile Ticket Wallet?
- Access your wallet here: wallet.ticketomaha.com.
I don't have a Ticket Omaha account.
No problem! An account will automatically be created when your tickets are issued. Your login name will be the email address you registered with. The first time you access your account, you’ll need to create a password.
Which email address will my tickets be sent to?
Tickets will be sent to the email address you used to register on the Chamber events page. Often, this is your work email.
Can I transfer my ticket?
- Yes! Use the “Share Ticket” button on your ticket to transfer it to someone else.
Can I print my ticket?
- Printing is not necessary. Simply bring your mobile device and have your ticket’s QR code ready to be scanned when you arrive.
How do I know if I have reserved seating?
- All Sponsors, Patron Partners, and Past Honorees will be in reserved seating.
- If a seat number is listed on your ticket, you have reserved seating.
- Single-ticket purchasers will have General Admission listed on your ticket. General Admission is open seating, and you may choose any available seat that is not reserved.
How do I reach Ticket Omaha for help?
- Ticket Omaha’s hours are Noon – 5 PM, and 90 minutes before the program begins.
- Call their Box Office at 402-345-0606.
- Email them at ticketomaha@o-pa.org.
- Visit their Box Office located inside the Holland Performing Arts Center.
Parking
Complimentary Garage Parking:
- Complimentary parking will be available in Park 8 Garage (1215 Capitol Ave.) beginning at 5:00 PM.
- You may enter the garage from either Dodge Street or Capitol Avenue.
- To receive complimentary parking, enter access code 2026 upon arrival or provide it to the parking attendant.
Valet Parking:
- Limited valet parking will be available at the 12th Street Arrival Plaza for $20 per vehicle.
Metered Parking:
- Paid metered street parking will also be available.
Tickets
Registration is closed.
If you are still interested in purchasing tickets, please contact our Events Team to confirm availability.
If tickets are available, a $50 late fee will be added to expedite your purchase.
2026 Honorees
2026 Sponsors
This event is made possible by our valued sponsors. New sponsorship levels have been created for 2026—check out our sponsorship packet to learn more about available opportunities.
Presenting Sponsors
About Fraser Stryker
Fraser Stryker PC LLO provides comprehensive legal solutions to clients in the Midwest and throughout the country. Whether our clients need strategic legal guidance or formidable litigation representation, our pragmatic approach and collaborative working style ensuring that each client receives customized legal representation. Our full range of legal services includes business law, litigation, employment law, technology, employee benefits, government and regulatory, energy, estate planning, nonprofit law, and more.
Discover all that Fraser Stryker has to offer by visiting www.fraserstryker.com
About KPMG
KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, providing innovative business solutions and audit, tax, and advisory services to many of the world’s largest and most prestigious organizations. KPMG is widely recognized for being a great place to work, building a rewarding career and supporting inclusion and diversity and lifelong learning programs. Our people share a sense of purpose in the work we do, and a strong commitment to our core values of doing what is right, providing excellent service, respecting each other and supporting our local community. Our professionals in Omaha and Lincoln provide global support, industry insights, and the quality service our clients expect and deserve by working together with the right team of professionals who live and serve in our mutual community.
Learn more at www.kpmg.com/us
About U.S. Bank
U.S. Bancorp, with approximately 70,000 employees and $587 billion in assets as of March 31, 2022, is the parent company of U.S. Bank National Association. In Nebraska, there are 34 U.S. Bank offices in 10 cities. Of those, 17 are located in the Omaha metro area. The Minneapolis-based company serves millions of customers locally, nationally, and globally through a diversified mix of businesses: Consumer and Business Banking; Payment Services; Corporate & Commercial Banking; and Wealth Management and Investment Services. The company has been recognized for its approach to digital innovation, social responsibility, and customer service, including being named one of the 2022 World’s Most Ethical Companies and Fortune’s most admired superregional bank.
Learn more at www.usbank.com/about
Reception Sponsor
About Bridges Trust
Bridges Trust, established in 1945, is a leading wealth management firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. With a team of 80 professionals overseeing assets exceeding $10 billion for a diverse clientele with varying needs and affluent backgrounds, including managing $2.6 billion for non-profit entities. As the state’s first registered investment advisor, Bridges Trust remains privately owned, specializing in built to suit services providing trust, investment management, family office, philanthropic consulting and strategic planning services for a growing client base.
Committed to delivering lasting value across generations, Bridges Trust maintains a legacy of trust and excellence both in the financial sector and within the community. Dedicated to supporting the community it serves, Bridges Trust actively contributes to over 50 organizations each year through donations and sponsorships.
Explore more at www.bridgestrust.com and connect of LinkedIn for updates.
Supporting Sponsor
Dessert Sponsor
Raise a Glass
Sponsor
Signature Cocktail Sponsor
Honoree Tribute Sponsor
Program Advertisements
The 2026 Business Hall of Fame program will be printed.
Full Page: $1,000
Half Page: $500
Quarter Page: $350
You can purchase the ads through our registration page; no ticket purchase is necessary.
The ad sizing is as indicated below. Final ad designs must be submitted to Events@OmahaChamber.org in a high resolution PDF format without crops and no bleeds.
All ad designs and sales are due July 13, 2026.
If you have questions, please email Events@OmahaChamber.org.
Nominations
The Greater Omaha Chamber annually inducts civic and business leaders whose accomplishments are both outstanding and historically significant. There is no set number of inductees that will be selected in any year.
Nominations are closed for the 2026 Business Hall of Fame year. The 2027 nominations will open mid-August.
Nominations are due December 31, 2026 for the 2027 Business Hall of Fame.
- Preserve the role of individual business achievement in Greater Omaha’s history through a permanent Omaha Business Hall of Fame.
- Recognize individuals who have contributed to the business history of the Greater Omaha area in some significant manner, either through sustained superior accomplishment or through a specific important achievement.
- Foster recognition by the general public of the importance of business and free enterprise to the development, future growth and overall quality of life in Greater Omaha.
- Contribute to the overall business image of Greater Omaha.
- Professionals and persons from large and small businesses who have made an outstanding contribution to the free enterprise system will be considered. The individual may be the founder or someone who contributed significantly to company development and may be active, retired or deceased. Civic and/or philanthropic activities are relevant but not the primary factor in selection.
- The volunteer selection committee seeks individuals representing ethnic diversity who have demonstrated exceptional business leadership within their community.
- The laureates may or may not currently hold the position in which they achieved major success and for which they are being honored.
- Nominees must have resided in the Greater Omaha metropolitan area during their contribution to the community but do not need to currently reside there.
- There is no set number of inductees that will be selected in any year.
Additional Information
Photo and Video Release
By registering and participating in this event, you consent to the recording of your likeness, image, and/or voice and authorize the Greater Omaha Chamber to use photographs, video, and audio recordings containing your likeness, image, and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.
Durham Museum
The Omaha Business Hall of Fame exhibit at The Durham Museum honors visionary leaders who have shaped our region’s economy. Through photos, stories, and artifacts, it celebrates their legacy of innovation and determination—offering inspiration to future generations. Proceeds from tonight’s Gala help ensure this meaningful display remains a permanent tribute.