August Business of the Month | Groundworks
Groundworks: Building Strong Foundations in Homes and Community Since its founding, Groundworks—formerly CLS—has been a steady force in the Omaha community. In 2022, CLS took a major step forward by joining forces with Groundworks, the nation’s largest foundation repair company....
My Summer in Omaha – Between Business, Friendship, and New Experiences
By Lena Marie Schubert Since early July, I’ve been living in Omaha, Nebraska, completing a two-month internship at the Greater Omaha Chamber. Even just a few weeks in, I can confidently say: this journey is so much more than a...
August Investor’s Corner – Cox Communications Builds Community with Technology, Talent, and Trust
For more than 40 years, Cox Communications has been part of the Omaha business landscape. In that time, it’s grown well past its “cable company” roots. From fiber broadband and mobile services to cloud solutions and commercial resources, Cox has...
Why Omaha’s Underemployment is a Hidden Advantage for Growing Businesses
When companies look at cities for expansion or relocation, a low unemployment rate can raise a red flag. It may seem like there’s no one left to hire. But in Omaha, that surface-level impression misses a deeper story. The Omaha...
Statement: Heath Mello on Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Partnership
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2025 CONTACT Aron Wehr Greater Omaha Chamber 402.978.7920 awehr@omahachamber.org Statement from Heath Mello on Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Partnership Omaha, NE – Heath Mello, President & CEO of the Greater Omaha Chamber, released the...
Greater Omaha Chamber Announces Leadership Omaha Class 48
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 22, 2025 CONTACT: Aron Wehr Greater Omaha Chamber 402-978-7920 awehr@omahachamber.org Greater Omaha Chamber Announces Leadership Omaha Class 48 OMAHA, Neb., – The Greater Omaha Chamber is proud to announce the members of Leadership Omaha Class 48,...
Greater Omaha Chamber Launches POWER Awards
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 17, 2025 CONTACT Aron Wehr Greater Omaha Chamber 402.978.7920 awehr@omahachamber.org Greater Omaha Chamber Launches POWER Awards Omaha, NE – The Greater Omaha Chamber is proud to announce a new partnership with the Human Resources Association of...
2025 Business Hall Of Fame Inductees – Todd & Mary Heistand
Todd & Mary Heistand High school sweethearts Todd and Mary Heistand were born and raised in the close-knit town of Woodbine, Iowa. After graduation, Todd pursued college at ISU and Mary at DMACC, but soon returned home to help operate...
2025 Business Hall Of Fame Inductees – Bruce & Todd Simon
Bruce Simon Bruce Simon was a fifth-generation family owner of Omaha Steaks, where he served as President and Chief Executive Officer. Bruce’s career with Omaha Steaks dates back to his childhood, when he accompanied his father to the plant...