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EO NEBRASKA BRINGS TOP ENTREPRENEURS TOGETHER Membership in the Nebraska chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO Nebraska) is by invitation only, and the membership qualification standards are stringent: first, candidates must be the founder, co-founder, owner or controlling shareholder of a company. Also, the company’s gross annual revenue must exceed $1 million or, if the company is venture-backed, private funds must exceed $2 million or publicly-raised funds must exceed $5 million and the company is given three years to meet the standard gross annual revenue requirement.

The requirements ensure that members truly are peers in the business community, said President-elect Julie Hockney of JH Interior Design. EO members typically are the key decision-makers in their companies.

“When you’re an owner of something, you have a whole different set of things you deal with rather than if you’re running a department or if you work for someone else,” she said. “It’s restricted because we need people that are of the same ilk if you will, that deal with the same things as our owners and have the same highs and lows … We

can relate to each other on a specific level.”

EO Nebraska is part of a national organization that originated in the late 1980s as Young Entrepreneurs’ Organization (YEO) and was established in the U.S. by former members of the Association of Collegiate Entrepreneurs. World Entrepreneurs’ Organization soon emerged as the organization expanded globally. In the early 2000s, Entrepreneurs’ Organization was formally established as an umbrella organization. It now encompasses 220 chapters in more than 75 countries with a membership exceeding 18,000. The Nebraska chapter was formed in 2001. “[EO Nebraska was] led by Bill Champion, who had talked to another YEO member of another city,” said Past President Chris Mangan of Paul Davis Restoration of Sioux City. “He called global headquarters in D.C. He signed a charter contract and then called the five of us [Paul Hogan, Phil Lieber, Duke Matz, Duane Bazis and Chris Mangan] and we started the chapter.”

EO Nebraska has grown substantially since then, Mangan said.

“Very similar to how a small company grows into a large one; in the

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It would be hard to find an organization that provides a better value for an entrepreneur who wants to learn how to become the best leader for their business, family and community.

CHRIS MANGAN, FOUNDING MEMBER AND PAST PRESIDENT, EO NEBRASKA

beginning we had a few people fulfilling all the roles [like] marketing, sales/membership, finance, et cetera. Today we have one individual in each of these roles. Originally all six members were the members and the board, all at the same time. Today we have 12 board members representing 118 members.”

Current EO Nebraska President Joseph Frost (yorCMO, Frost Media Group) said the state group’s development has followed the larger organization.

“It’s a peer organization, so we learn from each other, and we support each other to grow our businesses,” he said. “It’s based on,

essentially, four core values: Having a thirst for learning; trust and respect; think big, be bold; and together we grow.”

EO Nebraska has also evolved.

“There’s no particular industry. There are professional services businesses, there are franchisees or franchisors, there are manufacturing businesses, technology businesses, product businesses, creative, health care, real estate — almost all industries are represented,” Frost said, adding that Hockney, whose term as president begins in July, will be EO Nebraska’s first female president.

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had a big diversity push the last three years; we’ve added considerably more female members and female leaders to the organization … We want to continue that focus. We’d also like to continue to add people of color. That’s an initiative that we’ve had internally for several years and as an organization globally as well.”

Another goal was to launch an accelerator program, Frost said.

“We had previously launched the accelerator program a couple of times, and it didn’t stick,” he said. “So, this time we wanted to launch

it in a more sustainable way to give it some longevity. We launched with 16 members, which is a global best launch ever. We’re superexcited about the trajectory of that program, being able to reach out to entrepreneurs that have not yet met that $1 million mark but are striving to get there.”

Other goals include drafting a three-year plan for EO Nebraska with member engagement and commitment, working with strategic alliance partners that provide resources for members and financial support for

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entrepreneurs,” he said, when asked about the ingredients behind the program’s success. “This is one of the common themes we hear from entrepreneurs, they feel like they are on an island. They feel like no one else is having struggles in their business.”

The co-chairs noted that, through the accelerator program, entrepreneurs quickly realize they are not alone – and can learn ways to grow their business from other owners.

Since the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) Global Accelerator got its start 10-plus years ago, more than 1,400 participants have graduated from this vaunted program with the admirable goal of truly accelerating the participating business’s revenues – from $250,000-plus to upwards of $1 million in just 12 to 24 months. Now, EO Nebraska’s Accelerator program (EOA) is getting a second life.

“Additionally, the peer-to-peer networking, as well as the support they receive from our sponsor organizations, really provides the best of all worlds for an entrepreneur to profitably scale and grow their business,” Lichter added.

In all, Barclay said there are 115-plus local entrepreneurs in EO Nebraska and 14 sponsors.

“Historically, EO Nebraska had an accelerator program in 2015 and 2016, but we stopped the program because our chapter was not large enough yet to sustainably support this program with recruiting and coaches,” explained Jeff Barclay, EOA Nebraska chair.

“As EO Nebraska grew, we recognized our chapter was now large enough to sustain an accelerator program and we relaunched the program in April 2023.”

“We have a tremendous network of experts, mentors and coaches that can provide support, coaching, mentoring, training, and networking,” he said.

By September 2023, EO Nebraska had reportedly recruited 16 new accelerator participants, eight EO member coaches and launched its first “learning day” opportunity.

“You also have direct access to a worldwide network, giving an expansive view on any topic,” Lichter noted. “The accelerator [participants are] invited to additional learning and social events held by the EO chapter, as an additional fringe benefit.”

Fellow Accelerator Co-Chair, Steve Lichter, indicated that the global program’s proven track record and programming contributed to its relaunch in the Midlands.

EOA members can sign up for regional/Midwest events that present additional opportunities for learning and networking. Notable past speakers range from Magic Johnson to George Bush.

“By combining in-class training with coaching, mentoring and monthly accountability meetings, the accelerator [participants] are able to learn directly from other

Lichter said the support from EOA’s network, led by experienced entrepreneurs who have dealt with similar challenges and issues in their own businesses, is invaluable.

More information on EO, the chapter and accelerator can be found at EONetwork.org.

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the organization. Providing meaningful programming such as smallgroup forums and learning events is also important, Frost said.

Going forward, Hockney said, membership retention is a major focus.

“That tells me that the members are getting value as they stay,” she said. “On top of that, I really am still pushing for more diversity: more women, more people of color.”

Hockney said she also wants to see awareness about EO Nebraska increase.

“A lot of people don’t know what EO is,” she said. “So, getting our name out and having people understand who we are and what we do is always going to be a long-term goal of ours.”

The organization’s growth has so far been somewhat organic, Mangan said, with people finding out about it mostly through word-ofmouth.

“We don’t do much marketing of the organization. But we feel we fulfill a real need for entrepreneurs who want to learn and grow,” he said. “In my opinion, it would be hard to find an organization that

provides a better value for an entrepreneur who wants to learn how to become the best leader for their business, family and community.”

Frost agreed.

“EO Nebraska has been around for over 25 years and it hosts what I think are the most innovative and driven entrepreneurs in our community,” he said. “We don’t really brag about what we do, and we’ve not done much PR or press; it’s more about just giving the value to the member.

“We certainly would like all entrepreneurs who are interested in committing to growth and development innovation in their businesses in coming years to consider reaching out to us. We have the accelerator program for those that aren’t quite there. We have new entrepreneurs joining our membership who have exited multiple businesses but just want to get back into that entrepreneurial culture.

There’s no age restriction, there’s no personality restriction; it’s just a matter of committing to those core values that we share and wanting to grow your business and be around peers that want to do the same.”

Phone: (402) 333-3062 Website: eonetwork.org/Nebraska Social Media: Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram,

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Stephanie Clark, MyEO Chair

“MyEO Women holds a summit each year to collaborate and expand our knowledge and alliances,” she stated. “There have been six global MyEO Women Summits, with each one having over 100 attendees in locations such as Aspen, Colorado; Athens, Greece; Napa, California; Bogota, Columbia; Barcelona, Spain; and Marrakech, Morrocco.”

With a robust 10-year history as a premiere global group within the Entrepreneurs’ Organization, MyEO Women is hitting the ground running in Nebraska.

Both the global and local groups are dedicated to retaining and recruiting women in EO. “Membership in EO Nebraska offers opportunities for learning, leadership, networking and forums,” said Stephanie Clark, MyEO chair on the EO Nebraska board. “It’s a wonderful supportive personal and professional ecosystem for growth and development.”

Notably, Clark said MyEO Nebraska wants to encourage more of the state’s female entrepreneurs/business owners to become members.

“So, they can access EO Nebraska opportunities and resources,” Clark explained. “I credit our incoming President, Julie Hockney, for doing a fantastic job of increasing the number of female entrepreneur-business owners in EO Nebraska over the last year.”

When asked about its structure, Clark said, partly, that chapter delegates and regional ambassadors contribute to respective boards and, in turn, represent a tool for membership, engagement and learning. As to traction and successes, she said MyEO Women has focused on bringing more women together.

She said the 2023 MyEO Women’s Summit will be held in Seoul, South Korea.

“Locally, MyEO Women of EO Nebraska organized a phenomenal event with former U.S. Senator Martha McSally in November,” Clark added. “McSally was the first female combat pilot and commander of a combat squadron in the United States Air Force. She spoke to the members of EO Nebraska for nearly five hours – her talk was inspired!”

For Clark personally, she said EO has presented leadership opportunities that have helped her to grow as a leader.

“I am privileged to have been asked to be a chair on the EO Nebraska Board for two years,” she noted. “In my role, I work alongside the board to set the strategic direction for EO Nebraska.”

The board’s two other women, incoming President, Julie Hockney and Membership Chair, Gwenn Aspen, are both successful business owners, Clark said.

“As fellow entrepreneurs, we share a common understanding of the challenges in our businesses, and our discussions often provide valuable insights through experience shares,” she said. “These insights help to inform the decisions I make in my own business.

“Because of EO, I have access to likeminded entrepreneurs who are working to build successful businesses that create jobs in Nebraska.”

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TIM MCGILL, PRESIDENT, MCGILL RESTORATION Industry: Specialty Contractor Number of years in business: 39 Website: https://www.mcgillrestoration.com A. 2023 EO Berkshire Meeting Global Learning Event and Party.

EO Nebraska hosted a lunch and learn at Brickway Distillery in Omaha and a party at Peter Fink Car Museum in Omaha for EO Nebraska and EO Global Members to join from around the world. The events were highly attended and the party had the largest attendance of any EO Nebraska event in our chapter’s history. Over 200 people attended the party and 22 EO chapters from around the globe were represented. Of the 22 chapters that were present, 11 were from other countries.

21 GREATER CHINA EO MEMBERS WHO WERE IN ATTENDANCE ALONG WITH EVENT HOST TIM MCGILL FROM EO NEBRASKA.

BRENT RISING, CLINICAL DIRECTOR, TODAY’S DENTAL Industry: Dentistry Number of years in business: 12 Website: http://www.mytodaysdental.com A. “Think big, be bold” and “thirst for learning” are core values of EO. Combining those, we had an event where we learned how to rappel, and rappelled 230 feet down from the roof of the Highline Tower in Omaha! It was a super exciting, once-in-a-lifetime experience, getting us out of our comfort zone!

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Entrepreneurs’ Organization for developing their Jeff Grewe attributes the longevity of Arbor business chops and leadership skills.

Aesthetics to a core initiative of making a “I joined EO Accelerator in 2014, which generational impact, both on trees and its people. is an organization within EO that teaches “I want families changed because mothers entrepreneurs how to grow and scale their and fathers work here. I want trees that survive businesses to $1 million. [Arbor Aesthetics] was the 20-year shelf life and are there 100 years at a quarter of a million when I joined and in a from now,” he said. matter of two years we had grown to a million Doubling in size since the pandemic, the in size.” tree service provider offers a full range of Amy Grewe said another impactful element residential and commercial services. Jeff of EO has been the close-knit forum which Grewe said a big contributor to that growth is provides a platform for unvarnished talk on the the emphasis on building a strong team. joys and pressures of business ownership.

“I don’t have one or two A players. I have “The forum is made up of other business A players period. We have excellent people owners, between six and 10 people,” she said. across the board,” Jeff Grewe said. “We’ve “Monthly, you’re meeting and talking about the

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top five and bottom five percent of your life, the successes and the failures that you wouldn’t share with other people.

“This is a confidential space where you share your life experiences with others in a very trusted way. It has taught Jeff and I the value of vulnerability. That has translated into the way that we lead our company.”

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MIKE BATTERSHELL, PRESIDENT OF BERGMAN.

New Era

BATTERSHELL TAKES BERGMAN TO NEXT LEVEL There are few things more daunting in business than taking over a longstanding firm, but that was precisely what Mike Battershell did with promotional merchandise supplier Bergman in 2017.

Battershell had been on board with the promotional products company for 17 years at that point but one look at the business today reveals the new president wasn’t about living solely on past merits.

“We are a 135-year-old company that has evolved many times,” he said. “I think allowing your personality to come through has been a business shift in the last 10 years or so, but I also think, certainly in our business, knowing who you are so that you can take care of clients appropriately is really important. That’s become more forward-facing than it probably had been in the past.”

Battershell didn’t throw everything to the side, but the things that did change were equally foundational.

“As I took over company leadership, we added core values that we were able to define. Among those is being passionate about relationships, something I definitely hold true,” he said. “The other core value is to own it, which is simply how you live. If you say you’re going to do

something, you do it. If you make a mistake, you own it and if you do something great, you own it.”

Battershell said he’d maintained an entrepreneurial mindset before formally stepping into the leadership role.

“The entrepreneurial spirit was always what I loved,” he said. “I loved being in business, problem-solving, taking care of client needs. At the time, it came into my life where I was just ready to take the next step and fortunately, that step could be taken inside of the company that I worked for. It was a natural progression.”

With the additional responsibility, however, also came more complex decisions. Three years ago Battershell joined Entrepreneurs’ Organization Nebraska for the group’s leadership development and the opportunity to learn from other business owners’ lived experiences.

“I was looking for a way to have conversations and share time with people who were facing the similar complex decision-making that I was faced with as a small business,” he said. “In my time there I’ve been able to experience that through the regular meetings and with my forum.

They’ve provided me with the invaluable ability to solve problems faster and to communicate better and to be a better leader as a result.”

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but experience and the continued support of EO have equipped Battershell with the tools needed to survive in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

“My mantra over the last few years is ‘Go fast, don’t die,’” he said with a laugh. “I think that shines through exceptionally well as a business owner, the idea that you’ve got to move, man. At the same time, there’s a balance where you’ve got to go fast enough but you can’t die in the process.”

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MARY VANDENACK, MANAGING PARTNER OF THE OMAHA OFFICE OF DUGGAN BERTSCH.

Leaning into Innovation

VANDENACK FORGES OWN PATH IN LAW There’s a lot about Mary Vandenack that doesn’t fit the mold of an attorney. For one thing, few people are as successful in a career they never wanted to enter in the first place.

“In college, I took a career inventory and I told the person the one career I wasn’t going to do was law,” she said. “My dad and my brothers are lawyers, specifically, they’re all tax lawyers. So, I’m like ‘I don’t want to do what everybody else in my family is doing so I don’t care what the inventory says, I’m not going to be a lawyer.’

“The career counselor came back and said, ‘There’s one career that completely stands out for you, but you’ve already told me you don’t want to do it, so we’ll move on.’ Well, the other two were teacher and writer and bottom line, I thought I’d probably do better financially as a lawyer than a teacher or writer, so I chose law.”

Vandenack might have yielded on her aversion to entering the profession, but that hardly made her a conformist. She worked in various firms after law school, roles where she gained valuable experience but was nonetheless frustrated by the general lack

of innovation she saw in the profession. So, despite never endeavoring to launch her own practice, she set out to do something about it through her firm, Vandenack Weaver.

“I have total respect for all of the lawyers I worked with leading up to this, but I’ve always been driven by the desire to use technology differently,” she said. “Technology wasn’t being used at law firms at that point, or to this day in many places, in the way that I envisioned it.

“I initially founded this firm with a guy by the name of Mark Williams. We put our skills together and in 24 hours and for less than $5,000, we built a database, built out our entire system, our website, everything.”

Vandenack’s efforts eventually caught the attention of another progressive-minded firm, Duggan Bertsch, and on Jan. 1, 2024, the two practices entered into an affiliation agreement. Before she found such kindred legal spirits, however, Vandenack leaned on peers in Entrepreneurs’ Organization Nebraska for support in building her business.

“I’ve long been involved in a lot of legal

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organizations but in EO, you’re exposed to people of all types of businesses and they each have different walks of life,” she said. “In EO, people just connect; they just come up and talk to you and share their stories, share their successes, share their failures and are willing to just talk about it.

“It’s also nice that it’s an international network, so you can go anywhere and connect. I’m a member of the chapter here in Nebraska but I have a friend in Chicago and I have a friend in New York City and I can attend EO events there and be a part of things. It’s just an amazing network of knowledge, information, connection and enthusiasm.”

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THE CLIENT-FACING TEAM AT HARRISON FINANCIAL SERVICES, FROM LEFT, EMILY JUNG, MATT GRAVES, TIM HERRICK, TIM HARRISON, BRETT CARSON, SETH TRACY AND JACK MCKEEGAN.

Finding Opportunity Through Purpose HARRISON FINANCIAL SERVICES GROWS FROM GROUND UP

As founder and CEO of Harrison Financial great talent around me — experienced people with experiences and share unique experiences of his own.

Services, a company with 30 years under its a lot of capabilities and capacity — adds value for “Most entrepreneurs are on a bit of an island belt, Tim Harrison has proven his tenacity our business owner and decision-maker clients,” he and they grapple with so many things in their as a financial service professional and said. In total, the HFS team has amassed over 30 own head,” he said. “EO allowed me, for the first entrepreneur. The drive that got him to where he is credentials, include J.D., CPWA®, CFA®, CAP®, time, to really surround myself with a true group today started at a young age. and many more that demonstrate a level of internal of peers who are struggling and succeeding with “I had a paper route and my dad was in a related expertise that is uncommon within one team. similar issues and challenges as me in a way that’s industry and he encouraged me to start putting $25, Early on, Harrison Financial Services developed completely confidential.” $50 a month away in mutual funds, which I did. It was a niche working with senior executives, many from Harrison Financial Services (HFS) is a marketing name the ’80s and ’90s and things were good. I started to public companies, undergoing liquidity events. Today, used by certain individuals doing business as representatives build a plan, track my performance and fell in love Harrison and his team help many business owners of Northwestern Mutual. HFS is not a registered investment with the process,” Harrison said. prepare and transition both pre and post exit. adviser, broker-dealer, insurance agency or federal savings It was when he was a freshman in college that HFS leverages the in-house advisor team and bank. Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Harrison cemented his aspiration to go into the collaborates with a client’s existing advisor team to Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, Milwaukee, WI financial field. help prepare for the financial aspects but also the (NM) (life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance “I was able to get an internship with Northwestern non-financial – the mental and emotional aspects of with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, Mutual, and essentially went to school literally from the transition, whether it be a family dealing with the WI. For more information, visit hfs.nm.com. freshman year, first semester on, in a suit and tie,” death of a patriarch or an entrepreneur preparing to he said. sell their business.

“I really tried to focus on getting comfortable being “I think a skill that’s useful, especially in our industry, uncomfortable, where I was working with executives is the willingness to and genuine interest in listening and decision-makers, and I, fortunately, had some to people’s stories and helping them uncover things good mentors that allowed me to learn about how that might be currently unknown to them,” he said. to work with those types of people and just always “Then we craft a comprehensive plan that helps people had the interest to work with owners and decisionbuild a better life, legacy, and community in a way makers,” he said. that goes well beyond just finances.”

Harrison said the continued success of Harrison Harrison, a founding member of Entrepreneurs’ Financial Services can be directly attributed to the Organization Nebraska, said his involvement in the 9300 Underwood Ave., Ste 500 • Omaha, NE 68114 team he has built. organization for more than two decades has awarded harrisonfinancialservices.com • 402-891-2302 “I’ve surrounded myself with great people and have him a community where he can learn from other’s Facebook • LinkedIn

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FROM LEFT, OWNER DJ REZAC AND PRESIDENT CHANNING JOHNSON OF KB BUILDING SERVICES.

In the Trust Business

KB BUILDING SERVICES BRINGS PARTNERSHIPS TO FOREFRONT When DJ Rezac decided to buy the family janitorial service from his mother and aunt in 2003, KB Building Services served a limited footprint with 40 employees. Today, the combined leadership and vision of Rezac and Channing Johnson, company president, has grown the firm to 300 workers providing comprehensive janitorial, carpet cleaning, hard floor maintenance, and construction clean-ups for clients in three states.

“We specialize in customer service,” Rezac said.

“We’re in the trust business as much as we are the cleaning business. We try and partner with people we like and people we trust and we hope they trust us as well. Trust us that we’re going to get the job done, trust us that we’ll be a good partner, trust us that if anything goes wrong, we will work together to come to solutions.”

Accommodating such growth and expansion has been no small challenge. Both Rezac and Johnson are quick to share the credit, praising employees for their hard work and commitment and Entrepreneurs’ Organization Nebraska for imparting the expertise needed to effectively lead a multi-state enterprise.

“EO, for me, has been a place to learn and grow,” Rezac said. “It’s a member-led organization, a carryyour-own-bag organization. That’s where I think I’ve really been able to hone a lot of the leadership

skills that I use today, through my relationships at EO. The more I got involved, the more it helped my business. It has been super cool.”

Rezac has been a part of the group since 2003 during which time he’s sat on EO Nebraska’s board of directors, serving as president in 2010, and on the global board from 2011 to 2013.

“To me, the peer aspect is really important,” he said. “There’s not a lot of people who know what it’s like to have an impending payroll coming up in two weeks and accounts receivable not yet collected. I think that the peer relationships are super powerful.”

Johnson has been involved with EO for seven years and is currently participating in the Key Executive Forum where the focus is on leadership development, learned as a cohort with other business owners.

“Being surrounded by other people who are in similar situations and understand what you’re going through, who have a high-level, big picture mindset has been great,” Johnson said, adding that the lessons she’s learned about her own leadership have enabled her to empower others on the KB Building Services team.

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extensive front-end process looking for people who really align with our core values and build that up on our team.

“We teach them, train them, and then allow them to be empowered to make decisions because we’ve given them the tools to do so. I think that overall trust comes from having such great alignment between our customers, who we call our partners, and our employees from the very beginning.”

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PAT MORAN, OWNER OF LINCOLN COIN & BULLION.

Freedom of Ownership

MORAN THRIVES’S WITH LINCOLN COIN & BULLION The world of entrepreneurism has been a leap of faith for Pat Moran, owner of Lincoln Coin & Bullion. Formerly a mechanical engineer with 20 years of experience designing power plants, he bought the business with a partner in 2019.

“I’d always thought about doing some sort of business,” he said. “When you work for someone else, you put effort in but you don’t necessarily see the results or rewards right away versus here, effort in equals reward out, generally. Not just financially but any number of rewards.

“I was looking for a side business when this came up for sale. We looked at it and ended up deciding to go in on it together. He’s the silent partner and I’m day-to-day. I wanted to do this to show my kids what it’s like to work for someone else and what it’s like to own a business and give them that exposure.”

The company, which employs four, deals in bullion and historic, collectible coins and currency. Moran, a native of Pennsylvania, admits he knew little if anything about numismatics (the study of coins), even less than he knew about the day-to-day challenges that come with being an owner.

“Entrepreneurism is not as easy as it looks,” he through his participation with Entrepreneurs’ said. “No one in my family owned businesses.

Organization Nebraska.

I didn’t really have anyone to ask and bounce “[EO] is a tremendous source of accumulated thoughts off of. knowledge, experience and resources,” he said.

“On the other hand, you get to choose what “For someone in my position that’s newer to all you want to work on as far as how you want to this, it’s been invaluable.” do things, how you want to develop people, what Between the guidance of his business partner to learn, what to expand into. It’s the freedom of and the support he gets from EO, Moran is choosing your day that appeals to me.” quickly getting up to speed on the finer points of Moran said the three biggest challenges being an entrepreneur. he’s tackled — dealing with the emotional “Folks are much more willing to help than you roller coaster of business ownership, think,” he said. “The resources, the knowledge, balancing everything in his life and managing everything is out there and people are willing to people — have all been topics addressed share it and help you if you ask.”

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FROM LEFT, CALEB SCHADEL, DDS, EO MEMBER JAMES O’BRIEN, DDS, AND BLAIR RACKER, DDS.

From Navy to Private Practice

O’BRIEN BUILDS ORAL SURGERY TEAM IN HEARTLAND Throughout Dr. James O’Brien’s career, maximizing opportunities has been key to his success, to say the least. In dental school, he never considered entering the military, yet wound up serving in the U.S. Navy for 12 years. During that span, he gave little thought to life after the service, yet by the time he retired in 2020, he’d already spent two years moonlighting with Omaha & Council Bluffs Oral Surgery where he is now managing partner and co-owner with Drs. Caleb Schadel and Blair Racker.

“I commuted from Honolulu to Omaha,” he said.

“It was a really unique opportunity to be able to feel out if private practice was what I wanted to do with the rest of my life and see if this particular practice was a good fit. As that continued to go, I discovered I really wanted the challenge and the opportunities within private practice. I was sort of energized by that challenge.”

O’Brien said his military experience was a mixed bag insofar as how it prepared him for life as an entrepreneur.

“Management and leadership skills, personnel management in general but also management of stressful situations and your own internal stress as well, the Navy did that better than any civilian scenario or situation,” he said. “What my time in the service instilled in me was how to treat people,

how to help people navigate fairly uncomfortable engaged with a community of people who have situations and just hard work. When you’re at shared those challenges and whatnot. That’s been sea, you work seven days a week. There are no the part about EO that’s been the most fulfilling vacations, there’s no break. to me; it’s a way that I can challenge myself “The part that I did not learn in the Navy personally and professionally and create those was basically how to create relationships and collegial bonds with other people going through partnerships,” he said. “In the Navy, the patients the same thing.” just showed up whereas our practice is purely referral-based. There’s no direct-to-consumer marketing, it’s all basically B2B. Creating trust between the general dentists that send us patients and their patients and our practice was one of the original challenges but also one of the things that I was energized by, and I find a lot of fulfillment in.”

Part of O’Brien’s evolution as an entrepreneur has come through membership in Entrepreneurs’ Organization Nebraska, to which he was introduced by colleagues. He said the organization has given him a community of people of like mind and in similar situations that he can relate to. “[EO] sounded very intriguing to me and it’s helped with my responsibilities of managing the 5040 S 153rd St. • Omaha, NE 68137 business aspect of things,” he said. “In the Navy I 8340 West Dodge Rd, Suite 101 • Omaha, NE 68114 didn’t have to worry about payroll or things of that 402-934-8999 nature but here, between my partners and I, we 3265 S 24th St. • Council Bluffs, IA 51501 have to manage all of that and be good stewards 712-309-0480 of the company. oralsurgeryomaha.com “I find it energizing to have become more Facebook • Instagram • LinkedIn • X • YouTube Page 16 • February 2, 2024

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STEVE KANNE, OWNER & COO OF PRIME SECURED

Upskilling to Success

KANNE TAKES PRIME SECURED TO NEXT LEVEL Grit, resilience, and determination are not just values to Steve Kanne — they are the core of his character, ingrained through his upbringing on his family’s Iowa farm. Kanne carried these principles with him, destined to carve out his own path to success. His aspirations weren’t merely dreams; they were blueprints for a future he was determined to build.

In 2001, after working in the competitive arena of sales, Kanne reached a turning point. He knew he was ready to put his guiding principles to use and boldly took a step toward making his dreams come true by co-founding Omaha-based Prime Communications, Inc., now known as Prime Secured. Under his leadership, Prime Secured has flourished into a premier provider of enterprise physical security, managed security services, and managed IT services, with a growing team of 180 professionals nationwide.

“My strong background in finance and accounting was an advantage in my entrepreneurial journey,” he said. “And my four-plus years in sales didn’t just sharpen my skills — it gave me the expertise to effectively market and sell our company, our products, and our services. These areas of knowledge became resources that I relied on greatly.”

Like all entrepreneurs Kanne had his share of inexperience, mainly taking on the fresh responsibility of managing and leading others. There was an added nuance to this task as many of the company’s employees lived outside Nebraska, working remotely well before it was commonplace.

“Before founding Prime Secured, my journey had not yet led me to a role where I was responsible for leading a

team. The skill I had to master was people management — the art of guiding a group toward a shared vision,” he said.

“I had been called a supervisor before, but that role wasn’t really about leading people. Actually, guiding and mentoring a team was somewhat foreign to me. I had to invest in training, learning, and practice to refine that skill, which I now consider a great strength of mine.”

Part of that refinement started in 2007, after a long recruitment from a peer, he joined Entrepreneurs’ Organization Nebraska and has never looked back. He calls his experience with the international organization a transformative one in his development as a leader and a business owner.

“I’m a huge advocate for continuous learning and investing in yourself. My journey with the EO group has truly been fantastic, allowing me to do just that,” he said. “I joined the group after a year and a half of hearing positive recommendations. Once I became a member, I immediately saw a return on my investment.”

Kanne said the ability to interact with peers who were facing many of the same challenges as he has paid off with an improved skillset. More than that, it gave him a community of people who understood what he was going through in trying to grow a business.

“My aspiration has always been to own a business, and it’s an experience I wouldn’t change for anything.

Yet, it’s not without its overwhelming moments.

Discovering that I wasn’t alone, that others were navigating the same challenges, was an absolute game-changer for me,” he said.

“As I evolved personally, the ripple effects positively impacted our company. Networking with individuals who

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shared my mindset and vision proved to be transformative for our business. The initial years presented challenges in leadership and management, but with the support of EO, I managed to not only navigate but also master it.”

Steve Kanne and Prime Secured are on an ascent.

Kanne continues to apply his foundational values and skills gained from his early life experiences, enriched further by mentorship from EO Nebraska, to elevate Prime Secured to unprecedented levels.

“Get ready to hear more about Prime Secured — it’s inevitable. Our team is at its strongest, our leadership is at its most robust. We’re committed to not just providing our clients and the community with peace of mind through topnotch physical, cyber, and managed IT services, but we are also creating a culture that fills us with so much pride. It’s a culture that people are eager to join and be a part of.”

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OWNERS OF THE WINERY, FROM LEFT, HOLLY JONES AND JULIE HOCKNEY.

Wine and Design

INTERIOR DESIGNER HOCKNEY LAUNCHES FAMILY OF COMPANIES Like most people, Julie Hockney’s resume lists a string of businesses to which she’s devoted time and talent. Unlike most people, the companies listed on Hockney’s resume for the past 17 years are all firms she’s launched and grown into successful ventures.

Starting with JH Interior Design in 2007, Hockney expanded her business holdings to include Bouquet, a full-service floral design studio, opened in 2014; The Studio by JH, a retail store featuring a showroom and art gallery, opened in 2021; a second interior design branch in Steamboat, Colorado;and finally The Winery, a defunct wine shop and deli she and co-owner Holly Jones bought and resurrected in 2022.

Hockney said despite the unique nature of each venture, there are certain foundational elements all her companies hold in common.

“Consistently, I know we have a product that’s good,” she said. “I believe so strongly in what we can do and how we can take care of people that I don’t doubt the product, whether it be interior design consulting or floral arrangements or retail items.

“I would say the trickiest thing to master across all of them was probably finding the right people to execute the vision. As an entrepreneur,

I need the push of starting and then finding the people to carry it out. Finding the right people, I think, is always the hardest part.”

Hockney said there’s a lot that goes into the definition of the “right” people, but one component she’s leaned into is finding people good at the things she’s not as accomplished in. This hiring mentality helps her delegate responsibilities with confidence.

“The best piece of advice I could give is when you begin, you wear all the hats. I was head of marketing, I was head of finance, I was head of HR, sales, design,” she said. “It’s determining which hat to give away first and giving away the ones you’re the worst at or just find yourself getting frustrated with because they take too much time or they’re not the best use of your time. Find someone to do it that’s way better at it than you are. I wish I would have learned that sooner.”

Hockney also advises the would-be entrepreneur to seek as many resources as possible. It’s what led her to Entrepreneurs’ Organization Nebraska, where she’s benefited as a member and helped others through EO’s leadership positions.

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your shoes and understand that it’s lonely at the top or what it’s like to really put all your chips on the table,” she said. “But more important is being around people who have done things before you and can share their experience or what they would have done differently.

“There is a belief in EO that the answers are within everyone, it just takes some time and experience to get there. It’s this really interesting form of vulnerability that then turns into great discernment and next steps.”

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JASON KORANDA, CEO AND CO-FOUNDER OF WOW SPORTS AND BIGMOUTH, INC.

Business of Creating Fun

KORANDA EXPANDS OUTDOOR RECREATION BUSINESS WOW SPORTS In business, there are all kinds of things that can’t be anticipated. Take Jason Koranda; while living in China, he started WOW Sports, which manufactures and markets products for recreation on the water, with his mentor, the late LeRoy Peterson, Jr. “LeRoy was the godfather of towables,” Koranda said. “He was one of the first to really innovate in that product category. I was helping with product development and working with the factories there.”

Koranda might still be operating overseas had it not been for the COVID-19 pandemic.

“My wife and three kids and I moved back [to Omaha] in January of 2020,” Koranda said. “We came back thinking we were going to be here a few weeks while COVID blew over in China and we never made it back.”

Koranda added novelty gift and pool float company Bigmouth Inc. to the fold that year and together the two companies thrived.

“The thing I like most about being an entrepreneur is having the freedom to do,” he said. “You have to do what’s best for your business, but you have the freedom to do what you think is best for your business.

“You’re able to manage your time in a much freer way. There is a creative aspect to being an entrepreneur. You’re creating something that hasn’t existed, an organization that would not exist if not for you and your co-founders. You can really take it any

way you want to. That’s been cool.”

Koranda said while he learned much under Peterson’s guidance, each day in business is still a study of discovery and adaptation.

“There are no guarantees,” he said. “You have to make decisions and put your best foot forward and see what happens.

“Some are going to work out and some are not.

You don’t really lose, you either win on the decisions you make, or you learn. I think that’s a good way to live and a good way to run a company or lead an organization or a group of people. Not everything is going to work out, but that’s OK.” The universality of such truths has been reinforced through Koranda’s participation in Entrepreneurs’ Organization Nebraska, which he joined in 2021 and now serves on the board.

“EO offers a lot of opportunities that you wouldn’t have otherwise,” he said. “Since I’ve been part of EO, I’ve attended national events outside of Nebraska. I did executive education courses at Harvard University, The Wharton School and MIT. All these executive leadership events are strictly for EO members, not just in Nebraska but globally. There are people there from all over the world.”

As his businesses continue to prosper, Koranda said EO has provided insights that help keep the company on a solid foundation.

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“It’s really helped me provide some organization in my business,” he said. “We grew a lot during COVID, I think probably we tripled our business during those years, and [EO] offered me a lot of guidance in how to structure an organization. It’s been great.”

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Although there are several cleaning providers, the General Services Administration’s (GSA) mission is to find a lead contractor with knowledge of each individual facility. A task that can only be accomplished by professionals in the cleaning market. RTG Building Services, Inc. meeting all these requirements, came through the path of GSA and became the janitorial service provider at the Courthouse in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

“Our purpose at this building is to provide professional levels of custodial and grounds maintenance services to a high-profile Federal Courthouse. We provide a consistent schedule of periodic tasks to meet the guidelines of a performance-based contract,” mentioned Jennifer Zahorik, Project Manager.

Supporting the janitorial services of federal buildings is fundamental for agencies that work for the country. RTG Building Services, Inc. is proud to focus on attention to detail and to meet the standards with meticulous attention to facilities like the Courthouse in Cedar Rapids, helping GSA to uplift tasks and focus on their mission.

Similarly, after half a year of negotiations, RTG Building Services, Inc. was able to obtain another contract with GSA, at the famous Eppley Airfield airport in Omaha, for their Transportation Security Administration (TSA) offices. “We are proud of what we have accomplished. To be trusted with this high-security contract it is an honor. It motivates us to continue doing the right thing for our customers” said Ramiro Gaitan, President.

With new contracts, 2023 marked a year full of milestones for RTG Building Services, Inc. The post-construction cleaning, window care, and janitorial services leader continues to work for the private and federal sectors. The Police Department in Council Bluffs, the US Strategic Command, as well as the Metropolitan Utilities District (MUD) are part of the satisfied customers. “We are demonstrating the highest levels of quality and cleaning standards to GSA and maintaining a reputation with a strong desire to succeed and keep the tenants and customers happy in their working environment,” mentioned Zahorik.

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Commonwealth Hold ings, Inc. is proud to announce the expa operations in Salt Lake nsion of its City following the acqu isition of Rydalch Elect ric, Inc. Rydalch Electric is a long-time leader in Utah construction proje electrical construct cts, providing ion services for the state’s commercial, industrial markets. institutional and The company’s capa bilities include a comp construction managem lete design-build and ent team, as well as a knowledgeable servi A Utah-based comp any for over 25 year ce department. s, Rydalch Electric has relationships with its established great customers, general contractors and deve lopers.

“The combination of Rydalch Electric’s emp loyees and customer the resources and new base, plus opportunities that Com will foster an even monwealth brings to stronger company,” the table, said President/CEO Commonwealth Hold T. Michael Price of ings, Inc. Rydalch Electric will continue to operate under the same nam reputation and histo e and build upon its ry in the Salt Lake area . Rydalch Electric’s will remain in place leadership and staff , leading its day-to-da y operations. Its gene subcontractors and ral contractors, vendors will see no inter ruption in the same which they have beco great service to me accustomed.

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MIDLANDS BUSINESS JOURNAL Rejina Gobel

Tim Thompson

PREMIER BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS

PREMIER BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS

Rejina Gobel has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Rejina has been with Premier Bank since 2014 previously serving as Senior Vice President, Director of Loan Operations. Since her hire, she has been an integral member of the Premier Bank Management team. Rejina has 23 years of banking experience in a variety of operational and managerial roles. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Leadership from Nebraska Wesleyan University and a Master’s Degree in Organizational Management from Peru State College.

Tim Thompson has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Director of IT & Deposit Operations and is a member of the Premier Bank Management team. Tim recently celebrated his 1-year anniversary with Premier and in that time has tackled a variety of projects and has made great enhancements in our IT technology at Premier Bank.

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Kristine Arkfeld

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PREMIER BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS

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Kristine Arkfeld has been promoted to Assistant Vice President. Kristine is Premier Bank’s Compliance & BSA Officer and has been with Premier since April 2020. Kristine has 14 years of banking experience with 9 years of that being compliance focused. She holds a degree in Accounting from University of Omaha with a Masters of Science, Justice Administration and Crime Management from Bellevue University.

Tami Willey has been promoted to Vice President and director of Human Resources. Tami has been with Premier Bank since 2020 and has 10 years in the HR field. Tami has held various leadership roles prior to entering the HR industry and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Analysis & Management from Bellevue University.

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Patrick J. Bartman

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BAIRD HOLM LLP ANNOUNCES FOUR NEW PARTNERS

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Patrick J. Bartman’s practice focuses on commercial real estate and renewable energy. He routinely represents clients in the development, financing, acquisition, and sale of real property, and commercial lease negotiations and title review. Patrick also represents investors, developers, and lenders in various phases of renewable wind energy projects.

Morgan L. Kreiser practices in the areas of employee benefits, ERISA, tax law, and public employer retirement systems. She represents clients with respect to all aspects of ERISA compliance and employee benefit programs, including qualified retirement plans, deferred compensation arrangements, equity compensation incentives, and health and welfare benefits.

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Spencer R. Murphy resolves complex commercial and contractual disputes.

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Lee E. Greenwald’s practice focuses on commercial real estate and renewable energy. Lee represents clients in the development, financing, leasing, acquisition, and sale of real property. He also represents developers, investors, and lenders in various phases of renewable wind and solar energy projects.

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SITY, EQUITY Mr. Martens joins the organization Josie Rodriguez, with 17 years of and is ready to BS, MHA, was named senior care experi position HCAN Chief of Diversity, for OneWorld Comm ence as a premier provid services to individ Equity and Inclusi unity Health Center er of non-medical uals in the greate on s. The position was and prioritize diversi r Lincoln and Sarpy/ create ty, equity d to increase and inclusion efforts Cass markets. grow. as OneWorld contin Mr. Martens is ues to an active memb er of the Nebra Healthcare and ska Association Hospice and a diplom for Home Originally from centra atic advocate for Throughout his l Nebraska, Josie senior care issues combined 17 years holds Servic a Bache e Administration . in the senior care lor of Science in with the senior and a Master of industry, he has Human population. “Senio Science in Health from Bellevue Univer grown passionate r care is my career different than workin care Administratio sity. Josie worke about working and my life. I don’t n g with seniors. d for the State of During her time see myself doing I thoroughly enjoy Nebraska for 30 with the State, she anything years. it,” he says. worked for the Nebra Medicaid, Childre While senior care ska Department n and Family Servic of Health and Human is the service HCAN es, Public Health 2011, she rejoine Services in and the Office of offers, Mr. Marte “Our number one d DHHS in the the ns Office of Health core value is to Nebraska Attorn is also an advoc Disparities and Health pursue the genuin ey General. In ate for caregivers.

Caregivers, they e success of others Equity will feel valued .

Josie also served . If we do this well , love their jobs, on the board of the and provide incred with our People’s Health Josie said she has ible care to our Center, now Bluest Mr. Martens is clients.” always admired also a huge propon em Health, in Lincoln Federally Qualifi to those ent who ed Health Center , Nebraska. of working in tandem need it most, and of the ways we s for providing health can best care for as a Latina, the opport with other non-m number of Latino care services seniors is to partne edical agencies. unity to work for we are in a critica s is a great fit for r with like-minded an organization that “One l labor crisis so her. agencies. It’s no serves a large partnering client seniors are receiv secret that care with other ing all the care With her vast experi trusted providers they need.” helps to ensure ence and knowle dge in working to and advocating for address health dispar To learn more about diversity and inclusi ities, HCAN careers, on, Josie said she advancing health inclusion strateg partnerships, or is looking forwar equity ies to advance OneW in-home care, please d to using diversi orld’s mission. ty, equity and contact us.

“We are working HOME CAR to create a diverse E , equitable and inclusi they belong,” said 402-287-617ADVOCACY NETWOR ve organizationa Josie. “OneWorld K OF LINCOL l culture where everyo has an internal LGBTQ EMAIL: TMA 1 want to get to know N AND ne feels SAR + Task Force and an RTENS@HCA everyone in these PY WEBSITE: Employee Counc groups and engag let people know il, and I WWW.HCANT NNEBRASKA.COM e with team memb that leadership values ers at every locatio WWW.HCANT HRI every employee n. I want to and that at OneW HRIVE.COM/ VE.COM/SARPY OR orld, everyone has LINCOLN a voice.”

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NOTICE OF LEGAL PROCEEDING State v. Demetris L. Williams v. Malena Pachano TO: Demetris L. Williams, upon whom personal service of summons cannot be had, and whom is the Defendant in said proceedings: You are notified that on October 5, 2023, the Third Party Defendant, Malena Pachano, filed a Complaint to Modify Child Support and Establish Custody and Visitation against you in the District Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, at case no. CI 11-7304, the object of which is to obtain child support modification and establish custody and visitation with respect to the parties’ minor child.

You are required to Answer said Complaint on or before March 18, 2024 or said Complaint against you will be taken as true, and you risk default judgment entered against you.

Malena Pachano Plaintiff First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 14606 Branch Street, Suite 200 Omaha, NE 68154 NOTICE OF DOMESTICAT​ION OF KASEY DESIGNS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kasey Designs, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), filed Articles of Domesticat​ion and a Statement of Surrender with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 24, 2024 domesticat​ing the Company in the State of South Dakota. The Company has designated its registered agent as Kasey Holoubek, with registered office at 121 E Main St, Vermillion, SD 57069.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 Susan J. Spahn Susan J. Spahn (#18650) FITZGERALD, SCHORR, BARMETTLER & BRENNAN, P.C., L.L.O. 10050 Regency Circle, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska, 68114-3794 (402) 342-1000/ (402) 342-1025 (fax) sspahn@fit​zlaw.com NOTICE IN THE COUNTY COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, NEBRASKA Estate of Whitney C. Bonifant, Deceased Estate No. PR 22-889 Notice is hereby given that a Petition to Set Aside Informal Probate of 2022 Will, to Admit 2001 Will to Probate or in the Alternative, to Determine Intestacy and Heirs has been filed and is set for hearing in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, Omaha, Nebraska th on the 6th day of March, 2024, at 9:00 a.m.

Valerie Byrd Registrar First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024

CASE NO. PR23-112 Estate of RANDALL J. TURNER, Deceased.

Notice is hereby given that on December 27, 2023, in the County Court of Saunders County, Nebraska, the Court appointed Kathleen N. Tremel, 11422 S. 189th Street, Gretna, NE 68028, to serve as Personal Representa​tive of the Estate. Creditors must file their claims with this Court on or before March 5, 2024, or be forever barred.

Joseph C. Byam II ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 (402) 397-2200 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 SUSAN J. SPAHN, Attorney of FITZGERALD, SCHORR, BARMETTLER & BRENNAN, P.C., L.L.O. 10050 Regency Circle, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3794 (402) 342-1000 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Samantha A. Thibodeau. Estate No. PR23-2172 Notice is hereby given that on December 20, 2023, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, James Thibodeau, whose address is 8190 Willit St., Omaha, NE 68122 and Mary Ann Thibodeau, whose address is 8190 Willit St., Omaha, NE 68122, were informally appointed by the Registrar as Co-Personal Representa​tives of the estate.

Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 330, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before March 19, 2024, or be forever barred.

REYNA POGGE Registrar First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GREEN DOOR PROPERTIES, L.L.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Green Door Properties, L.L.C. has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office is 5415 Pacific Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. The registered agent is John T. Densberger, 5415 Pacific Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. The Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 29, 2023.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 LAW OFFICES ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP 8712 WEST DODGE ROAD, SUITE 300 OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114-3419 TELEPHONE 402-392-1250 FACSIMILE 402-392-0816 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Home for the Week, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing addresses of the initial designated office of the company are 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing addresses of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Thomas J. Malicki, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TRIPLER SOLUTIONS, L.L.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that TRIPLER SOLUTIONS, L.L.C., is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a designated and registered office at 920 Village Square, Gretna, NE 68028, manager and registered agent at such office being LAURA MASTRONARDI. The Limited Liability Company is organized to transact any and all business, and perform services of every kind and nature whatsoever, which are not inconsistent with law. The Limited Liability Company commenced doing business on November 18, 2023, and filed Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 22, 2023, and shall have perpetual existence.

LAURA MASTRONARDI, Organizati​onal Member 920 Village Square, Gretna, NE 68028 First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 JSP HOLDINGS, LLC 17214 MEREDITH AVENUE OMAHA, NE 68116 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION JSP Holdings, LLC, with its designated office located at 17214 Meredith Avenue, Omaha, Douglas County, NE 68116, gives notice that it filed a Certificate of Organization with the Secretary of State on January 22, 2024. The registered agent is Jordan Poehling and the Registered Office is 17214 Meredith Avenue, Omaha, Douglas County, NE 68116. The company may engage in any lawful business or commercial activity for which a limited liability company may be organized.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 Page 27 • February 2, 2024

CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC A NEBRASKA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 1. The name of the limited liability company is UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC. 2. The period of duration for UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC is perpetual.

3. UMBRA HOLDING LLC is organized for the purpose of conducting any and all business as permitted by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. 4. The address of the initial designated office for UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC in Nebraska is 20827 Charles Street, Elkhorn NE 68022.

5. The name and address of the registered agent for UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC in Nebraska is Justin Hegg, 20827 Charles Street, Elkhorn NE 68022.

6. Additional provisions, not inconsistent with the law, for the regulation of the internal affairs of the limited liability company shall be provided for in the Operating Agreement.

7. Justin Hegg and Jeffrey Brau organizer(s) of UMBRA HOLDINGS LLC has signed the Foregoing Certificate of Organization effective this December 28, 2023.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ ION OF WILLIAM R. MCCOLGAN ENTERPRISES, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that WILLIAM R. MCCOLGAN ENTERPRISES, INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 9906 Harney Parkway South, Omaha, Nebraska 68114-4959, registered agent WILLIAM R. MCCOLGAN. The general nature of the business is to operate a general sales business, to own, operate and perform services of every kind and nature whatsoever, which are not inconsistent with law, which are necessary, suitable, proper, convenient or expedient to the operation of a general sales business. The authorized capital stock is $10,000.00, consisting of 10,000 shares of stock having a par value of $1.00 each, which stock shall be paid for wholly or partly by cash, by labor, by personal property and by real property. The corporation became a corporate body on November 13, 2023, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on November 17, 2023, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the corporation are to be conducted by a Board of Directors, the number of directors to be provided in the By-Laws, and the officers shall be a President, Vice-Presi​dent, Secretary and Treasurer, and such other officers as shall be designated in the By-Laws.

ANTHONY L. GROSS, Incorporator CATHERINE L. WHITE, Incorporator 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, NE 68124 First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF SANATS DELIVERY SVC., INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SANATS DELIVERY SVC., INC., is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a registered office at 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124, registered agent ANTHONY L. GROSS. The general nature of the business is to operate a general uber driver business, to own, operate and perform services of every kind and nature whatsoever, which are not inconsistent with law, which are necessary, suitable, proper, convenient or expedient to the operation of a general uber driver business. The authorized capital stock is $10,000.00, consisting of 10,000 shares of stock having a par value of $1.00 each, which stock shall be paid for wholly or partly by cash, by labor, by personal property and by real property. The corporation became a corporate body on December 15, 2023, and upon its Articles being filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 15, 2023, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the corporation are to be conducted by a Board of Directors, the number of directors to be provided in the By-Laws, and the officers shall be a President, VicePresi​dent, Secretary and Treasurer, and such other officers as shall be designated in the By-Laws.

ANTHONY L. GROSS, Incorporator CATHERINE L. WHITE, Incorporator 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, NE 68124 First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION 1. The name of the Corporation is JCH CONSTRUCTION INC 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock having a par value of $1.00 each.

3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 9110 Nina Street, Douglas County, Omaha, Nebraska 68124, and the Registered Agent at such address is Philip Hansen.

4. Articles of Incorporat​ion were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 18, 2023.

5. The name and address of the Incorporator is: Philip Hansen, 9110 Nina Street, Douglas County, Omaha, Nebraska 68124.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024

NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION The Tailored Room Inc., a Nebraska Corporation has pursuant to the unanimous consent of its shareholders and directors filed Articles of Dissolution, effective on the date of filing, which was January 29, 2024, with the Nebraska Secretary of State. Absent receipt of valid claims on or before April 29, 2024, distribution shall be made to the sole remaining shareholder. Claims received after April 29, 2024, shall be forever bared.

Morgan Felix, President shall wind up the business. Any claims against the Corporation shall include all details upon which the claim is based and state a sum certain. Claims are to be sent to The Tailored Room, Inc., a dissolved corporation, c/o KN Law, PC, LLO, 300 S. 19 th Street #300, Omaha, NE 68102.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF NEBRASKA LEGAL INVESTMENT, L.L.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that NEBRASKA LEGAL INVESTMENT, L.L.C., is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with a designated office at 17101 Sahler Street, Omaha, NE 68116, manager Mohammed Haque, and its registered office at 3018 South 87th Street, Omaha, NE 68124, registered agent John J. Gross. The Limited Liability Company is organized to transact any and all business, and perform services of every kind and nature whatsoever, which are not inconsistent with law. The Limited Liability Company commenced doing business on January 17, 2024, and filed Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 22, 2024, and shall have perpetual existence.

Mohammed Haque, Organizati​onal Member 17101 Sahler Street, Omaha, NE 68116 First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 Jeffrey T. Palzer * 10828 Old Mill Rd., Ste. 6 * Omaha, NE 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Company is The Fitness and Nutrition Events Council, LLC. 2. The street address of the initial designated office is 3606 N. 156th Street, #332, Omaha, NE 68116. The Registered Agent is Jeffrey T. Palzer and the Registered Agent’s address is 10828 Old Mill Rd., Ste. 6, Omaha, NE 68154.

3. The general nature of the Company is fitness and nutrition events, education, and trade shows.

4. The Company commenced on January 26, 2024, and shall have perpetual existence.

5. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by Members, the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and such officers as the Members shall determine.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Pomegrand Meadows, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1299 Farnam Street, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68102. The Registered Agent of the Company is Angela Schmit, of Koukol Johnson Schmit & Milone, LLC, 3839 South 148th Street, Suite 160, Omaha, Nebraska, 68144.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION 1. The name of the Corporation is HB REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS INC 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock having a par value of $1.00 each.

3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 20827 Charles Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022, and the Registered Agent at such address is Justin Hegg.

4. Articles of Incorporat​ion were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 28, 2023.

5. The name and address of the Incorporat​or(s) is: Justin Hegg, 20827 Charles Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022 and Jeffrey Brau, 21368 E Circle, Elkhorn, NE 68022.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company.

Notice is hereby given that Deck Stars, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 4418 S 41st Street, Omaha, NE 68107. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Jose F. Penagos Mendez Its registered agent is Jose F. Penagos Mendez and his office is located at 4418 S 41st Street, Omaha, NE 68107.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given of the incorporat​ion of KD CAPITAL GROUP, INC. with its registered office address at 7253 Grover Street, Omaha, NE 68124. The designated office of the company is 22101 Cedar Circle, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The general nature of its business is to manage portfolios and provide capital need and opportunit​ies for investors and others and on its own behalf in the conduct of their businesses and the business ventures embarked upon by this Corporation. To do everything necessary, proper, advisable or convenient for the accomplish​ment of the purposes hereinabove set forth, and to do all other things whether incidental thereto or not, or whether connected therewith or not, and all of which are not forbidden by the laws of the State of Nebraska or by the Articles of Incorporat​ion. The authorized capital stock of the corporation is Ten Thousand shares and such shares shall be issued at such time and under such conditions as the Board of Directors may determine. The corporatio​n’s initial registered agent is Russell J. Kreikemeier, whose address is at 7253 Grover Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. Josh Dixon is the initial incorporator for the Corporation. The Corporation commenced doing business on the 24th day of January, 2024, and shall be conducted by a Board of Directors, and such officers as may be provided in the bylaws of the Corporation.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 PATRICK M. FLOOD PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF SELECT SAIL & SPORTS, LLC Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, the Certificate of Organization of Select Sail & Sports, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been amended as follows: 1. To change the name of the Company to Brindisi Sails & Service, LLC; 2. To change the address of the designated office of the Company to 4349 S. 89th St., Omaha, NE 68127; and 3. To change the address of the registered agent of the Company to 7109 Teton Ave., Omaha, NE 68157.

The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Nebraska on December 5, 2023. In all other respects, the Certificate of Organization remains unchanged.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 PUBLIC NOTICE Pursuant to the Neb.Rev.St. §§ 21-193 & 21-117, notice is hereby given that the undersigned has formed a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The name of the Limited Liability Company is T.I. FIRE PROTECTION, L.L.C. The address of the Company’s initial registered office in Nebraska is 11409 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68154 and the name of its registered agent at such address is Connor W. Orr. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial designated office is 134 S. 32nd Street, Ashland, Nebraska 68003.This company is organized to engage in and to do any lawful business for any lawful purpose, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Company’s duration is perpetual beginning on the date the Certificate of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Nebraska. The affairs of the limited liability company are conducted by Managers, Members and such other officers as may be provided for in the Operating Agreement. Jared K. Honeycutt, Member and Manager Connor W. Orr, Organizer 11409 Davenport Street Omaha, NE 68154(402) 408-6488 First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF SKITTLE’S ENTERPRISES LLC A NEBRASKA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 1. The name of the limited liability company is SKITTLE’S ENTERPRISES LLC. 2. The period of duration for SKITTLE’S ENTERPRISES LLC is perpetual.

3. SKITTLE’S ENTERPRISES LLC is organized for the purpose of conducting any and all business as permitted by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. 4. The address of the initial designated office for SKITTLE’S ENTERPRISES LLC in Nebraska is 10915 Harrison St, LaVista, Nebraska 68128.

5. The name and address of the registered agent for SKITTLE’S ENTERPRISES LLC in Nebraska is Stephen Iverson, 10915 Harrison St, LaVista, Nebraska 68128.

6. Additional provisions, not inconsistent with the law, for the regulation of the internal affairs of the limited liability company shall be provided for in the Operating Agreement.

7. Stephen Iverson, organizer(s) of SKITTLE’S ENTERPRISES LLC has signed the Foregoing Certificate of Organization effective this January 25, 2024.

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KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION The name of the Company is JCGGGM, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is 18881 West Dodge Road, Suite 300W, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. This limited liability company commenced business on January 26, 2024.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF EXTRA MILE PARTNERS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Extra Mile Partners, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office Address of the Company is 18135 Burke Street, Floor 3, Omaha, Nebraska 68022. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 Stephen P. Schmidt, Attorney CARLSON & BLAKEMAN, LLP 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100 Omaha, NE 68102 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF MAKR GROUP, INC. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has formed a corporation under the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act by filing Articles of Incorporat​ion with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 19, 2024.

The name of the corporation is MAKR GROUP, INC. The Corporation is a public benefit corporation and will not have members. The address of the registered office of the corporation is: 2002 Douglas Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68102, and the name of the registered agent at that address is Stephen P. Schmidt.

Stephen P. Schmidt, Incorporator 2002 Douglas Street, Ste. 100 Omaha, NE 68102 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF DMGT, LLC Notice is hereby given of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is DMGT, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 8347 S 58th St. Lincoln, NE 68516. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 24, 2024 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 ERICKSON & SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF SIEMS AERO AIDERS, INC. Corporate Name: Siems Aero Aiders, Inc. Registered Agent: Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C. a limited liability organization Registered Office: 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 Authorized Number of Shares: 10,000 Incorporat​or: Tiernan T. Siems 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION The name of the Company is Gigllee, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is 18927 Grover Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68130 The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. This limited liability company commenced business on January 23, 2024.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that DAC INVESTMENT LLC. has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company 1711 N 38TH ST, Omaha, Nebraska 68111. The Registered Agent of the Company is IT TAX AND BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC, 5425 N 103RD ST #4, OMAHA NEBRASKA 68134.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024

Notice is hereby given that Relational Coaching & Consulting, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 18025 Oak St, STE A, Omaha, NE, 68130. The registered agent is Adrian Martin, 18025 Oak St, STE A, Omaha, NE, 68130.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024

Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF JEMEL ENTERPRISES, LLC Notice is hereby given of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is JEMEL ENTERPRISES, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10573 River Oak Lane, Fontanelle, NE 68044. The name and address of the registered agent and office is LDM Business Services, Inc, 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

The general nature of the business is any or all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 24, 2024 and shall have a perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024

Anne K. Burnett, Attorney BURNETT WILSON LAW, LLP 17525 Arbor Street Omaha, NE 68130 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF READY SET RENTALS LLC Notice is hereby given that READY SET RENTALS LLC, is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office is 9920 Maple Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68134. The Company’s initial registered agent in the State of Nebraska is: Anne K. Burnett, whose address is 17525 Arbor Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68130. The purpose of the Company is to engage in any lawful business and activity, as may be mutually agreed upon by the Members from time to time, and which are not prohibited by the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced with filing its Certificate of Organization on November 17, 2023, and shall have a perpetual period of duration. The Company is a Member Managed Limited Liability Company. /s/ Anne K. Burnett Anne K. Burnett, Organizer First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

Notice is hereby given that Aesop Studios, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 19517 Cedar Circle Omaha, NE 68130. Its registered agent, and office, is LINDSEY L DHALIWAL, 19517 Cedar Circle Omaha, NE 68130.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BLUE WATER POOLS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Blue Water Pools, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 19076 George Miller Parkway, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom P.C., a limited liability organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE, LLC 7602 PACIFIC STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Carelink Nebraska LLC has been organized as a professional limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The Designated Office of the Company is 3114 N 147th Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The Registered Agent of the Company is Corporation Consultants, 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company’s members, managers, professional employees and agents are licensed or otherwise legally authorized to provide healthcare services in the State of Nebraska. The Company was formed on December 29, 2023.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CEDAR OAK DEVELOPMENT, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Cedar Oak Development, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1740 S 151st Avenue, Omaha, NE 68144. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF COOL BEANS PROPERTIES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Cool Beans Properties, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 708 South 217th Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom P.C., a limited liability organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CORNHUSKER SVCS , LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that CORNHUSKER SVCS, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 18136 Mason St, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Srilakshmi Reddy, 18136 Mason St, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The limited liability company commenced business on December 21st, 2023.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C. 10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF UNAPOLOGET​ICALLY INCLUSIVE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Unapologet​ically Inclusive, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 14518 Stone Avenue, Omaha, NE 68116 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MHEG 2024 FUND MANAGER - B, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MHEG 2024 Fund Manager - B, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office is 515 N. 162nd Avenue, Suite 202, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. The registered agent is Midwest Housing Equity Group, Inc., 515 N. 162nd Avenue, Suite 202, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. It commenced business on January 10, 2024, and its duration is perpetual.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LURAY PROPERTIES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Luray Holdings LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 3355 North 141st Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68164. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The limited liability company commenced business on January 19, 2024.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF AHRENS TRANSPORTA​TION, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ahrens Transporta​tion, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office Address of the Company is 806 South 84th Street, Nehawka, Nebraska 68413. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 Page 29 • February 2, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION NGT Investments LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Howard J. Kaslow, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 Scott A. Meyerson, Esq. LIKES MEYERSON HATCH LLC 444 Regency Parkway Dr., #100 Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF Grand Slam Ventures LLC Notice is hereby given that Grand Slam Ventures LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial designated office is 1724 S. 105th Street, Omaha, NE 68124; and mailing address of the Company’s initial agent for service of process is 1724 S. 105th Street, Omaha, NE 68124; and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is Anthony Schrager.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney 1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CLP3d, LLC The name of the Company is CLP3d, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company engaging in real estate management services. The initial registered agent is Sean Moylan located at 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The initial designated office of the Company is located at 4210 N. 269th Street, Valley, Nebraska 68064.

This limited liability company commenced business on January 8, 2024.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 6037 CHARLES MANAGEMENT, LLC A NEBRASKA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 6037 Charles Management, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 9290 West Dodge Road, Suite 302, Omaha, Nebraska 68114, and with its initial agent for service of process being Michael K. Huffer whose office is located at 9290 West Dodge Road, Suite 302, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

The general nature of its business is to engage in any lawful business.

The company was organized and commenced January 22, 2024, and its period of duration will be perpetual, unless terminated earlier. The affairs of the limited liability company shall be conducted by its Member/ Manager until such time as a successor or successors are selected pursuant to the Operating Agreement.

Michael K. Huffer, Organizer 9290 West Dodge Road, Suite 302 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF LINEN & STONE INTERIORS, LLC Notice is hereby given of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is Linen & Stone Interiors, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 7605 S. 195th Street, Gretna, NE 68028. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 9, 2024, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company.

Notice is hereby given that Cargoz Constructi​on, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 225 Ridgeland Avenue, Fremont, NE 68025. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Raquel Eunice Gomez-Rascon and Carlos Gomez Caraveo. Its registered agent is Raquel Eunice Gomez-Rascon and his office is located at 225 Ridgeland Avenue, Fremont, NE 68025.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF GAS LINE OMAHA, INC. Notice is hereby given that a corporation has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the corporation is Gas Line Omaha, Inc. The corporation is authorized to issue 1,000 shares of common stock. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 10, 2024, and shall have perpetual duration. The street address of the corporatio​n’s initial office is 1406 N 145th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68154. The name of the registered agent at the corporatio​n’s initial office is Michael J. Osborn. The name and address of the incorporator is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Incorporator First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 Notice of Organization ECIR Enterprizes 2, LLC Notice is hereby given that ECIR Enterprizes 2, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 1063 Fedde Lane, Ashland, NE 68003 and with its initial agent for service of process as James R. Rice, 1063 Fedde Lane, Ashland, NE 68003.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TARLLAW, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that TARLLAW, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, designating its registered agent as ORR & HORGAN, LLC, a professional limited liability corporation, with its registered office at 11409 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68154. The Company’s initial designated office is located at 6007 Oak Ridge Drive, Lincoln, NE 68516. The Company was organized for the purpose of engaging in the transaction of any lawful business and the performance of any lawful activities that a limited liability company may engage in under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Company shall have a perpetual existence unless dissolved in accordance with its Certificate of Organizati​ on, its Operating Agreement, or the Limited Liability Company Act. Unless otherwise provided in the Company’s Operating Agreement, the affairs of the Company are to be managed by its Managing Member(s).

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 1740 S 151, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 1740 S 151, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1740 S 151st Avenue, Omaha, NE 68144. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 Notice of Organization Schnase Consulting, LLC Notice is hereby given that Schnase Consulting, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 10345 SW 119th Street, Denton, Nebraska 68339 and with its initial agent for service of process as Dalton Schnase, 10345 SW 119th Street, Denton, Nebraska 68339.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 JAMES D. BUSER, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER, LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORAT​ ION OF TECH MASTERS, INC. Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nonprofit Corporation Act, the Article II of the Articles of Incorporat​ion of Tech Masters, Inc. (the “Corporati​on”) have been amended to increase the authorized shares to Twenty Thousand (20,000) shares, consisting of Ten Thousand (10,000) shares of “Class A Voting Common Stock,” with a par value of One Dollar ($1.00) per share, and Ten Thousand (10,000) shares of “Class B Nonvoting Common Stock,” with a par value of One Dollar ($1.00) per share. The Articles of Amendment were dated effective December 11, 2023, and filed with the Secretary of State of Nebraska on December 28, 2023. In all other respects, the Articles of Incorporat​ion remain unchanged.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORAT​ ION OF METRO FOOT AND ANKLE SPECIALISTS, P.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Incorporat​ion of Metro Foot and Ankle Specialists, P.C. have been amended to change the office address to: 10040 Regency Circle, Suite 345, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

The Amendment was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 10, 2024.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GRECO INNOVATIONS GROUP, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Greco Innovations Group, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office Address of the Company is 5819 South 49th Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68117. The Registered Agent of the Company is Thomas M. Greco, 5819 South 49th Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68117.

Dvorak Law Group, LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114 First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION 1. The name of the Corporation is MODERN TILE PRO INC 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 100 shares of common stock having a par value of $1.00 each.

3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 2230 N Main St Apt 4108, Elkhorn, Douglas County, Nebraska 68022, and the Registered Agent at such address is Yaroslav Fedorov.

4. Articles of Incorporat​ion were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 12, 2023.

5. The name and address of the Incorporat​ors is Yaroslav Fedorov, 2230 N Main St Apt 4108, Elkhorn, Douglas County, Nebraska 68022.

Viktoriia Fedorova 2230 N Main St Apt 4108, Elkhorn, Douglas County, Nebraska 68022. Serhii Fedorov 2230 N Main St Apt 4108, Elkhorn, Douglas County, Nebraska 68022 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney 1010 South 120 th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LE VIBRANCE MEDSPA, LLC The name of the Company is Le Vibrance MedSpa, LLC, a Nebraska professional limited liability company engaging in professional antiaging treatments and wellness services. The initial registered agent is Sean Moylan located at 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The initial designated office of the Company stated in the Certificate of Organization was 2469 S. 132nd Street, Suite 109, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. However, the designated office has since been updated to 14707 California Street, Suite #5, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.

This limited liability company commenced business on December 14, 2023.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 NOTICE OF CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF Shaddai Rentals LLC A Nebraska Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given that Shaddai Rentals LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office of the company in the state of Nebraska is 1925 SW 5th ST Suite #1, Lincoln, NE 68522. The name and address of the registered agent is AF Bookkeeping Services, Inc, 11811 | Street, STE 204, Omaha, NE 68137.

The Certificate of Organization was filed with the State of Nebraska on January 2, 2024.

Luis Hong, Organizer First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 MARY E. VANDENACK, ATTORNEY DUGGAN BERTSCH, LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 OMAHA, NEBRASKA, 68118 TELEPHONE 402-504-1300 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION OF WEGIVEFOUN​DATION WEGIVEFOU​NDATION has been incorporated under the Nebraska Nonprofit Corporation Act. The corporation is a Public Benefit Corporation.

The street address of the corporatio​n’s initial registered office is 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118, and the name of the initial registered agent of the corporation at that office is Mary E. Vandenack.

The corporation is organized for charitable, religious, educational, and scientific purposes. The corporation commenced on 21st day of December, 2023. The name and street address of the incorporator of the corporation is Mary E. Vandenack, 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118. The corporation will have members.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 Page 30 • February 2, 2024

LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP Daniel J. Waters, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF ELKHORN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC Notice is hereby given of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is Elkhorn Wealth Management, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 1620 South 219th Avenue, Elkhorn, NE 68022. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 10, 2024, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement.

LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 Notice is hereby given that TD SUPPORT SERVICES LLC (the Company) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 9619 Bedford Ave, Omaha NE 68134. Its affairs are to be conducted by manager/me​mber Dayna Deal. Its registered agent is Dayna Deal, and the street address is 9619 Bedford Ave, Omaha NE 68134.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MHEG 2024 FUND MANAGER - A, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MHEG 2024 Fund Manager - A, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office is 515 N. 162nd Avenue, Suite 202, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. The registered agent is Midwest Housing Equity Group, Inc., 515 N. 162nd Avenue, Suite 202, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. It commenced business on January 10, 2024, and its duration is perpetual.

First publication January 19, 2024, final February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SOWER FARMLAND, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sower Farmland, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 13575 Lynam Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68138. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company.

Notice is hereby given that Milo Properties, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 4532 Spencer Street, Omaha, NE 68104. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Salvador Zarza Carbajal. Its registered agent is Salvador Zarza Carbajal and his office is located at 4532 Spencer Street, Omaha, NE 68104 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company.

Notice is hereby given that Pintura Pros, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 4940 Ruggles Street, Omaha, NE 68104. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Rolando A. Lemus Medrano Its registered agent is Rolando A. Lemus Medrano and his office is located at 4940 Ruggles Street, Omaha, NE 68104.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024 NOTICE OF INCORPORAT​ION 1. The name of the Corporation is PRO TILE CRAFT INC 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 100 shares of common stock having a par value of $1.00 each.

3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 7021 S 183rd TERR, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska 68136, and the Registered Agent at such address is Oleksandr Tkachuk.

4. Articles of Incorporat​ion were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 12, 2023.

5. The name and address of the Incorporat​ors is: Oleksandr Tkachuk 7021 S 183rd Terrace Omaha NE 68136, Inna Tkachuk 7021 S 183rd Terrace Omaha NE 68136, Dmitriy Tkachuk 7021 S 183rd Terrace Omaha NE 68136 First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GCP III COLLINS CROSSING TRACT 2, LLC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that GCP III Collins Crossing Tract 2, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.

The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Zachary A. Wiegert, 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TOX AND FILLER, LLC Notice is hereby given that a Nebraska limited liability company named TOX AND FILLER, LLC (the “Company”) was formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the Company is 17645 Wright Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68130 and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is Registered Agent Solutions, Inc. 5601 South 59th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, Nebraska 68516.

First publication January 26, 2024.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF COURTNEY SMITH & CO LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Courtney Smith & Co LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 9905 Harney Parkway South, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Koley Jessen P.C., L.L.O., 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The limited liability company commenced business on January 16, 2024.

First publication January 26, 2024, final February 9, 2024

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER. Name of Applicant: Pansing Hogan Ernst & Buser LLP Address: 10250 REGENCY CIRCLE, SUITE 300, OMAHA, NE 68114 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY PARTNERSHIP. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.

Date of first use of name in Nebraska: August 22, 2023 General nature of business: Law Firm.

Benjamin J. Pick Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication February 2, 2024

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is given that Bellas Arrangements LLC, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with the following registered agent and registered office: Santos Cifuentes at 6509 South 46th St. Apt #5, Omaha, NE 68117. The designated office is located at 6509 South 46th St. Apt #5, Omaha, NE 68117. The general nature of the Company’s business is to engage in any lawful business permitted under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The company was organized on December 6 th 2023, and it shall continue in perpetuity unless sooner terminated in accordance with the terms of its operating agreement. In general, the Company’s business is to be managed by its primary member Santos Cifuentes in accordance with the Company’s operating agreement.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: WILLIE’S ICE CREAM. Name of Applicant: Ryan Management LLC Address: 3548 PARKVIEW DRIVE, OMAHA, NE 68134 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.

Date of first use of name in Nebraska: January 1, 2024 General nature of business: Ice cream and fudge.

Ryan Barry Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication February 2, 2024

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: FILE SETC. Name of Applicant: JDK Endeavors, LLC Address: 222 S. 15TH STREET, SUITE 1404S, OMAHA, NE 68102 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Delaware.

Date of first use of name in Nebraska: 1/15/2024.

General nature of business: Tax Preparation.

Kelsey Keslar Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication February 2, 2024 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: GE OUTDOORS. Name of Applicant: Ground Effects Lawn & Landscape LLC Address: 1397 COUNTY ROAD 5, YUTAN, NE 68073 Applicant is A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.

Date of first use of name in Nebraska: January 1, 2024 General nature of business: lawn, landscaping and other outdoor services.

Todd Fishback Signature of Applicant or Legal Representa​tive First publication February 2, 2024 Notice of Organization Cultivate Cleaners, LLC Notice is hereby given that Cultivate Cleaners, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 15005 South 20th Street, Bellevue, NE 68123 and with its initial agent for service of process as Tabitha Galvan, 15005 South 20th Street, Bellevue, NE 68123.

First publication February 2, 2024, final February 16, 2024

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