August Small Business of the Month: JAN PRO Omaha
When the JAN-PRO Cleaning & Disinfecting team comes to the door, you might find yourself wondering if someone called the Ghostbusters. That’s because they wear professional-grade vacuum backpacks...
View ArticleStatement from Heath Mello on University of Nebraska President Admiral Carter
“Admiral Carter has left an incredible impact on the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska System, and me personally. Whether it was his efforts to facilitate meaningful collaboration between...
View ArticleIceCap Brings 150+ New Jobs to Greater Omaha
The City of Council Bluffs, Advance Southwest Iowa Corporation and Tippmann Group have worked together to bring IceCap Cold Storage to our partners in Council Bluffs. This state-of-the-art cold storage...
View ArticleHarrison 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...
View ArticleUnion 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...
View ArticleGood 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,”...
View ArticleGreater Omaha Chamber Announces 2024 Slate of Board Members
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...
View ArticleNavigating Growth: Insights from Our Member Survey
In an era of rapid change and uncertainty, businesses are continually seeking ways to adapt and thrive in our global economy. To gain a deeper understanding of challenges and opportunities facing the...
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Support the Community. Buy Local.
The Saturday after Thanksgiving – November 25 this year – has come to be known as Small Business Saturday. Holiday hustle and bustle has officially settled across Omaha, and our thriving community of...
View ArticleDecember 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...
View ArticleLegislative Update – January 9, 2023
Nebraska State Senators returned to the State Capitol on January 3rd to begin the 2024 legislative session. This will be a 60-day working session that is currently scheduled to run through April 18th....
View ArticleLegislative Update – January 22, 2024
Last week saw the end of bill introduction. When it was all over, senators added 597 new bills, 11 proposed constitutional amendments and two substantive resolutions. The last day of bill introduction...
View ArticleBoy Scout’s MOU Signing
The Mid-America Council Boy Scout Trust and the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) on Friday. Jan. 19 . This MOU entails that the Chamber supports the Boy...
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Outstanding Individuals and Companies Celebrated at 2024 Annual Meeting
Throughout 2023, Chamber members and volunteers contributed to moving our economy forward. We recognize four individuals and companies who have exemplified what it means to be a part of the Greater...
View ArticleLegislative Update – February 12, 2024
Monday, February 12th is the 26th legislative day and begins seventh week of the 2024 session. Senators are continuing morning floor debate on legislative measures mostly introduced in 2023, while...
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February Investor’s Corner – Conagra Brands
Conagra Brands Continues to Thrive in Downtown Omaha Conagra Brands, maker of iconic brands such as Healthy Choice, Birds Eye, Slim Jim, Orville Redenbacher’s, Duncan Hines and many others, has called...
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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...
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Greater Omaha Chamber Announces Chair-Elects for 2025 and 2026
Beth Whited of Union Pacific and Paul West of Carson Wealth to Lead the Chamber in the Future OMAHA, NE – The Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, the largest business membership organization in...
View ArticleLegislative Update – March 5, 2024
Today is the 38th day of the Legislature’s 60-day session. Last week was the final week of regularly scheduled committee hearings. Full day floor debate commenced yesterday. Senators have been...
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Lincoln Chamber, Silicon Prairie News, Greater Omaha Chamber to Host Silicon...
LINCOLN / OMAHA, NE. – The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, Silicon Prairie News, and Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration to host the inaugural...
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