在2020年, Chamber members and volunteers have pivoted and pitched in to help keep our community moving forward. That’s why we’re celebrating their positive impact at the 2021年年会 1月.
At this virtual event, we’ll honor three standout volunteers making a big impact in Omaha. Plus, we’ll unveil our annual report and chart a course for the year ahead.
As in year’s past, we’ll be presenting three distinguished awards:
主席优秀奖
Celebrates an individual who has produced exceptional Chamber membership sales and retention results during 2020.
尼克Leinen
Silverstone Group LLC, a HUB International company
As a senior benefit analyst at 银石集团, 尼克Leinen assists in the management and retention of clients. This is a skill he sharpens through his involvement with the Chamber’s 总统俱乐部. This elite group of volunteers helps to attract and retain members.
Since joining the 总统俱乐部 in 2018, Nick has signed 44 new Chamber members. Known for his positivity and solid results, Nick is also being recognized for his leadership. For instance, he chaired the 总统俱乐部 in 2020 and has been a team leader several times.
In addition to the 总统俱乐部, Nick is a member of 领导奥马哈 Class 43 and is active in several of 银石集团’s cultural groups. 例如, he is co-chair of its 年轻的专业人士 Group and is a member of the Wellness Activities Group (WAG) Committee.
年度最佳志愿者
Recognizes an individual who goes above and beyond, offering so much of their time and effort to the Chamber and the business community.
卡门Tapio
北端电信服务
仆人领袖 卡门Tapio has a passion for business and community. 的 company she founded and leads, 北端电信服务有限责任公司 is creating jobs and changing lives in northeast Omaha. But, her work to elevate others extends well beyond the office.
Carmen believes in the Chamber’s ability to foster a more diverse and inclusive community. 所以，她在帮忙带路. Most importantly, she has led our D&I efforts as the council chair and active participant in CODE (Commitment to Opportunity, 多样性 and Equity). In 2020, her thoughtful and strategic leadership was crucial. 例如, she helped the Chamber and the entire region positively navigate social justice conversations and action. And, she played a pivotal role in crafting the CODE首席执行官 声明.
That’s only a few of the ways Carmen has invested her time and expertise into the Chamber over the past few years. Further, she is an engaged member of the executive committee and board. Moreover, she has made significant contributions to our membership and economic development efforts.
In 2020, 北端电信服务 was ranked #677 on the Inc. 5000’s list of fastest-growing, privately-owned companies. Currently, it is the largest African American woman-owned business in Nebraska.
年度头条人物
Given to an organization that has positively impacted Omaha and Nebraska’s image.
校长杰弗里·P. 黄金,米.D.
代表…接受
的 Global Center for Health Security at the University of Nebraska Medical Center
的 Global Center for Health Security (GCHS) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) has been on the front lines throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Its vision drives the organization “To Lead the world in health system preparedness for novel, emerging diseases/other catastrophic public health emergencies.”
的 GCHS is an umbrella organization. It encompasses broad biopreparedness, high-consequence infectious disease research, 教育和临床护理. In addition, it is home to the national Training, Simulation and Quarantine Center. This center features the nation’s only federal quarantine unit and simulated biocontainment units for advanced experiential training.
During the Ebola crisis of 2014-15, GCHS set the global standard for safely treating special pathogens. 随后, the GCHS has built robust collaborations with the HHS, 疾病预防控制中心, 国防部, Department of State and other federal agencies.
Through these partnerships and support from local and state leadership, the GCHS developed its response to COVID-19. 结果是, the center’s activities have further elevated Omaha’s status as a global healthcare leader.
的 2021年年会 will be held virtually on January 21, 2021 – 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.
年度会议
每年, members gather to hear a recap of the prior year’s accomplishments, see the annual report and meet the newly installed chair, who presents the Chamber’s priorities and direction for the upcoming year.