Building Omaha’s Future-Ready Workforce
Workforce Excellence is the Chamber’s commitment to empowering talent, expanding opportunity, and supporting employer success. Through recruitment, retention, and professional development initiatives, we strengthen the workforce pipeline and help position Greater Omaha as a leader in talent innovation.
Our Vision
Workforce Excellence is our strategic commitment to harnessing talent, creating opportunities, and fostering a representative,
future-ready workforce in the Greater Omaha area.
The Workforce Excellence Department is dedicated to building a dynamic, innovative, and sustainable workforce that meets the evolving needs of businesses and communities. Through strategic partnerships, innovative programs, and data-driven solutions, we aim to create pathways for talent development, career advancement, and economic mobility.
Why It Matters
Workforce Excellence is more than just a department—it is a commitment to transforming the way we attract, retain, and develop talent. The future of work requires a proactive approach that bridges the gap between employers, job seekers, and education providers.
Collaborate with businesses to implement best practices in hiring, training, and retention to enhance culture and productivity.
Leverage technology, assessments, and research-backed strategies to address workforce challenges and future needs.
Ensure that our local workforce is prepared for high-demand industries, helping businesses thrive and strengthening the economy.
Equip employees with the skills and leadership development needed to advance within their organizations, reducing turnover and fostering long-term success.
Develop programs that provide individuals access to career opportunities that are representative of workforce needs.
Workforce Recruitment
Workforce Recruitment is all about attracting new-to-market professionals into key industries that fuel Greater Omaha’s growth. We work closely with area employers to ensure that the region remains a top destination for emerging talent.
Key Initiatives:
A dynamic convening of talent recruiters dedicated to sharing insights, best practices, and training on current workforce trends. The Landing Crew plays a pivotal role in refining our recruitment and retention strategies, ensuring that our outreach is both innovative and effective.
This initiative leverages college career expos to highlight the rich opportunities in Omaha. By targeting students in engineering, technology, business, finance and so much more—and reaching out to schools serving historically marginalized populations—Omaha Talent Connect helps bridge the gap between academic achievement and real-world career opportunities.
Through digital outreach and focused engagement with Omaha alumni, Back to Omaha showcases the unique quality of life and vibrant career prospects available in our region, encouraging former residents to return and contribute to our local economy.
Workforce Retention & Development
Workforce Retention & Development is dedicated to nurturing the talent already within our community. By working with employers, schools, and workforce programs, we ensure that the professionals we attract continue to thrive and grow in their careers.
Key Initiatives:
Young Professionals
This initiative connects professionals to the community, leadership, and valuable career opportunities through events and networking sessions designed to foster growth and long-term engagement.
Growing Home
This initiative connects professionals to the community, leadership, and valuable career opportunities through events and networking sessions designed to foster growth and long-term engagement.
college partnerships
We collaborate with local colleges and universities to connect students with regional employment opportunities.
intro events
Curated networking events introduce new-to-market professionals to the opportunities available in Omaha, ensuring a smooth integration into the local workforce ecosystem
Employer Excellence
Employer Excellence is designed to empower local businesses by creating workplaces where talent not only stays but thrives. We help employers adopt best practices, foster vibrant cultures, and prepare for the future of work.
Key Initiatives:
Future Ready Workforce
In partnership with industry and academia, this initiative focuses on emerging trends and the future of work. Through comprehensive research and strategic recommendations, we prepare Omaha’s workforce for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
The Power Conference
An annual event that provides employers with a platform to exchange insights on workforce development. Featuring the prestigious POWER Awards, this conference celebrates innovation and excellence in building sustainable workforce strategies.
Housing & Childcare Solutions
Recognizing that supportive workplace policies extend beyond the office, this initiative researches and promotes employer best practices in housing and childcare. The resulting insights are shared at dedicated summits aimed at providing practical solutions for businesses.
Employer Coalition
A collaborative forum where area employers share best practices and develop innovative, collective approaches to workforce development. With a strong emphasis on representation and tapping into untapped talent pipelines, the Employer Coalition drives continuous improvement in workplace strategies.
Discover Your Future
Contact Dell Nared Jr. to explore our Employer Excellence initiatives, and see how we are helping businesses build thriving, resilient, and future-ready workplaces.