Legislative Update – March 5, 2025
We are now more than a third of the way through the Legislative session. This phase of session involves the start of the budget process, the final month of hearings and the initial batch of floor bills moving through the three rounds of debate. Additionally, with the Omaha Municipal Elections upcoming in the spring, it’s […]
News Release | February 26, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 2025 CONTACT Aron Wehr Greater Omaha Chamber 402.978.7920 awehr@omahachamber.org Greater Omaha Chamber Releases TIF Report Highlighting Economic Development Impact Omaha, NE – The Greater Omaha Chamber, in collaboration with the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s Center for Public Affairs Research (CPAR), has released a comprehensive report on the role of Tax […]
January Investor’s Corner — WoodmenLife
WoodmenLife’s Enduring Impact on Omaha Its white tower is an iconic part of the Omaha skyline, but WoodmenLife is far more important than a simple building. WoodmenLife, celebrating its 135th anniversary in 2025, stands as a cornerstone of Omaha’s business community with its workforce of more than 600 employees, deep commitment to community service through […]
Legislative Update – February 10, 2025
Today marks day 22 of the legislative session, and as we move deeper into the session calendar, bills have begun to advance from committee onto the floor for general file debate. In total, 715 bills were introduced this session, and as of this week, 36 have advanced for debate in front of the full legislature. […]
February Investor’s Corner — Nebraska Medicine
Innovation and Growth: Nebraska Medicine is a Global Health Care Leader Here in Omaha Nebraska Medicine isn’t simply a local institution. It’s a world-class academic medical center attracting patients for complex treatments including cancer care and organ transplantation. “Patients from around the world come to the med center seeking treatment,” said James Linder, CEO and […]
February Business of the Month — FiberFirst
FiberFirst: Connecting Communities with Innovation, Customer-Centric Service and a Commitment to Growth FiberFirst saw a need for internet access in underserved parts of Omaha. Now the internet service provider brings fast, reliable internet access as well as expanded choice to people in North Omaha, who benefit from faster speeds, reliability, better internet speeds and competitive […]
Outstanding Individuals and Companies Celebrated at 2025 Annual Meeting
Throughout 2024, Chamber members demonstrated an unwavering commitment to strengthening our community’s fabric. We are proud to recognize local business leaders, volunteers and changemakers — both individuals and companies — who embody the spirit of community and collaboration that defines the Omaha business community through four distinguished awards: Chair’s Dedicated Service Award Headliner of the […]
YP Week 2024: A Vibrant Celebration of Connection, Growth, and Community
Written by: Paige Stanard | YP Volunteer YP Week 2024 was more than just a week-long series of events—it was a transformative experience for Omaha’s young professionals. Held from August 18-24, the week was packed with networking opportunities, professional development, and community engagement, all designed to empower attendees and showcase Omaha as a thriving hub […]
Omaha: A Top City for Young Professionals in 2024
Written by: Paige Stanard | YP Volunteer When it comes to finding the ideal place to kickstart your career and build your future, Omaha is proving it’s more than just a dot on the map. Recently ranked #9 in the Top 15 Cities for Young Professionals (2024), Omaha is gaining recognition for its unbeatable mix […]
Status of Session – GOC Update, January 16, 2025
Nebraska state senators returned to the State Capitol last week to begin the 109th Legislative Session. The 2025 session brings in 17 new senators to the 49-member body. Since this is the first year of the biennium, the legislation session will last 90 working days and conclude on June 9th. During this time, the Nebraska […]