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Three years ago when President/CEO Brian Helm of the Illinois-based Helm Group acquired Omaha’s historic Pitlor Mechnical — a 108-year-old family-owned company specializing in commercial plumbing, HVAC piping and service work — his decisions were largely based on the reputation of the company, its strong presence in the contracting community, an opportunity to get three dozen or so experienced employees, and the vitality of the Omaha business community. “By coming into eastern Nebraska and western Iowa we were comfortable about the overall direction of our company and our belief that a competitive edge can be gained by outspending the competition on technology,” Helm said. In the past three years since entering the local market, Mechanical has experienced just over 50% growth in Omaha. With the continued help from former Pitlor owner Steve Pitlor, the Continued on page 11.

From left, President and CEO Brian Helm and Vice President Matt Huenefeld … Growth in technical skills has aided in gaining more projects. (Photo by MBJ / Becky McCarville)

Consortio Group crosses 10-year mark with acquisitions, specialty niches, partnerships by Michelle Leach

Off of its 10th year, Consortio Group has grown by staying true to its name (“consortio” is Latin for “partnerships”), deepening its specialty expertise internally and through strategic partnerships, and with acquisitions, despite a start during a formidable time for the global economy. “When we started in 2009, we were in the throes of the great recession,” said Partner John Coffey. “Through persistence and hard work,

we were able to grow … Insurance can be confusing, so people in Omaha are looking for a partner and an expert to help them. Clients expect and demand that we keep up with the changes in insurance, and present them with new, good ideas to help them navigate.” Coffey continued, of its ominous 2009 launch date: “We didn’t know any different, that made us resilient.” Its offerings span commercial Continued on page 10. Optometrist and owner Michelle Meyer … Envisioning the future while carrying on the family business.

Family EyeCare Center changes hands, continues patient-focused tradition by Becky McCarville

Partners, from left, Dick and John Coffey … Origins in “throes of the great depression” enable insurance provider to guide clients through even most formidable challenges.

When Dr. Michelle Meyer took over Family EyeCare Center in January 2019, the transition was already seven years in the making. Her dad, Dr. Dean Meyer, began practicing optometry in Omaha about 40 years ago and opened Family EyeCare Center in 1995. The practice is located in Westwood Plaza at 12279 W. Center Road. “It’s been a transitional phase,

introducing me to the practice as an eye doctor, not just the daughter of Dr. Dean,” she said. “It didn’t happen overnight — we were talking throughout the years. He has patients who he’s seen since birth who are now married with children and that’s just a fun thing to see over the years. Now I’m seeing that too after seven years of little kids, now they’re in high school or college … it’s a really Continued on page 10.

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Artistico Interiors emphasizes industry associations for client satisfaction by Savannah Behrends

If Stacie Muhle, founder of Artistico Interiors, could describe herself in one word it would probably be problem solver. “I’m a first born, and I think first born children are problem solvers,” she said. “The business that I’m in is 85% problemsolving and 15% aesthetics.” Muhle has spent the last 23 years

Artistico Interiors Phone: 402-650-6526 Website: www.artisticodesign.net Founded: September 1, 2012 Service: Boutique residential and commercial interior design firm specializing in remodeling and new construction.

garnering awards and making a name for herself in the local interior architecture profession. In 2012, after spending eight years as partner at Contemporary Environments, she opened her own firm. Artistico, the boutique firms’ namesake, is Italian for “creative space.” While she hasn’t traveled to Italy, yet, she does spend a chunk of time traveling for projects, traveling for market, and traveling for the various associations that she rep-

Founder Stacie Muhle at Juke’s Ale Works project in Elkhorn … Boutique design firm tackles a mix of remolding and new construction projects for residents and commercial clientele.

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How I got into the business: I was raised in the real estate industry. My grandfather was a homebuilder. By 10 years old I was touring commercial properties with my dad. I was responsible for counting parking stalls or burnt out parking lot lights as he did property inspections. First job: A TV commercial for NFM when I was 6. Biggest career break: Joining The Lerner Company. Working alongside our clients’ corporate real estate departments, developers and investors on their site selection, investment criteria, design, municipal navigation and the like, has been invaluable. Combining these skills with my previous experience in other sectors of the real estate business has cemented a solid foun-

dation for the rest of my career to continue to grow on. The toughest part of the job: The toughest and most rewarding part of the job is helping business owners, especially franchisees and start-ups, find the perfect location for their new business. Sometimes it can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack, but by working together and getting creative, it can be a very rewarding. The best advice I have received: Never be afraid to ask questions. You won’t get better if you aren’t willing to learn. About my family: I have a 7-year-old daughter, Evie, and a 10-year-old stepson Brenden. My husband Darren and I spend our free time being their personal Uber drivers. Something else I’d like to accomplish: Professionally, I would like to be hands in a ground up development project. Personally, watching my kids graduate college. Book I finished reading recently: “Athena Rising: How and Why Men should Mentor Women.” Something about me not everyone knows: My family loves hanging out at the family farm. We enjoy four-wheeling, fishing, and swimming in the ponds.

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resents. For the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) alone, Muhle sits on the National Committee of Workforce Development and Government Affairs, is National Vice Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee and is the Nebraska Chapter Representative, among others. She’s also involved in the American Society of Interior Designers Nebraska/ Iowa Chapter, the National Kitchen & Bath Association Nebraska/Kansas Chapter and teaches at Metropolitan Community College. “I find value in working with other people towards a greater goal,” she said. “It also certainly helps with getting to know people in the industry.” In particular, she feels strongly about her work with the Government Affairs Committee, since it directly corresponds to what work she can do, the quality of that work and how timely it will be. As a interior architecture designer who works with contractors and subcontractors for various projects, the loss of skilled trades workers with few replacements “weighs heavy” on her heart. “I can design all I want but if there’s no one to make it then I’m out of luck,” Muhle said. She’s found that working with businesses that are NARI certified has helped increase efficiency, reduce safety concerns and increased customer satisfaction overall. “They all have to go through specific requirements — they have to be licensed, they have to be bonded, they have to have certain ratings from the BBB, they have to have insurance, etc.,” she said. Muhle earned the Remodeling Project Management Certification from NARI. Projects run the gamut, from residenContinued on next page.

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Midlands Business Journal • MARCH 13, 2020 • brand building, thought leadership aspect. I write a tremendous number of articles, create workflow strategies for our advisers, training for our advisers. I published over 100 articles in 2019 between Forbes, Kiplinger, Barron’s, Investment News. “Then the second piece is supporting our 120 financial planning offices across the country. I go out there for training, for client events, just helping with their team and their structure. I do a lot of travel with regards to that.” Despite being at Carson for just over a year, Hopkins has already broadened his role there. In January, he was put in charge of running the company’s coaching and business consulting company. “Carson Coaching is one of our three main business lines and I am now heading that up,” he said. “We coach about 1,200 financial advisory firms across the country

in that program. I’ve got a team of about 10 people that report up to me in that role.” Hopkins said the coaching addresses the soft skills needed to run a successful financial planning business. “A lot of what we do on the coaching side, to be honest, is not much about the: Should you be in this investment? When should you do this? — type of strategy,” he said. “Our training side will do that. The true coaching is really how to run your business, how to create a great client experience, how to hire the right people, how to be looking out into the future, where is the industry going. “It’s for accountability so people stay on top of their goals. It gets a little bit closer to the art but there is also science in practice management and leadership. It’s kind of taping that together and making it practical.”

Proud Sponsors of the 2019 40 Under 40: Director of Retirement Research Jamie Hopkins … Honing in on broad range of skillsets in financial space. (Courtesy of Carson Group)

Broad professional skillset accelerates Hopkins’ career in the financial industry by Dwain Hebda

It can be hard to tell where one of Jamie Hopkins’ jobs begins and another one ends. Over the course of his career, the Maryland native has worn many hats in the financial field, from consultant to professor to field trainer, at times simultaneously. That trend continues through today where he’s both Director of Retirement Research for Carson Group and Professor of Practice in the Financial Planning Department at Creighton University. “That ability to do multiple things at a company is actually not very common,” said Hopkins. “[Many companies] are much more siloed in the thinking of jobs. Like, we have an advanced planning team and you work on that team. What they typically don’t have is somebody who works with the advanced planning team, the marketing team, the advisers and then also structures deals.” Hopkins said his first industry position

followed the traditional “stay in your lane” mentality, but he quickly found ways to utilize a wider skillset. “My first real job was really in private equity. I had a very structured view of what I did,” he said. “I worked on the deals that came in and the contracts and legal requirements related to those. That’s very structured. “I served in the appellate division after that. Then I had my own consulting for a while. Then my next primary job that I took on was for almost seven years being a professor. While I was there that’s kind of where the diversity of things came up. I was teaching, I was doing research, I was writing, I had my consulting business. I was kind of doing four different things at that time.” His role at Carson Group pulls a lot from his varied expertise. “I have two distinct roles with three areas that I touch in the firm,” he said. “The one I probably enjoy the most is the

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Artistico Interiors emphasizes industry associations for client satisfaction Continued from preceding page. tial to commercial, remodels and new construction. Currently, on the residential new construction side, she is revamping floor plans to accommodate wheelchairs for a South Dakota home that’s modeled like a “Hobbit house,” which is an earthen home with rounded arches and doorways. In the realm of commercial new construction, Muhle designed and selected the materials for Juke’s Ale Works in Elkhorn. “I always give the clients designs for exactly what they wanted, a couple that are a little outside their comfort zones, and then I always give them one that is so far

outside the box I call it crazy,” she said. One such project was a custom contemporary condo on the Missouri River riverfront, which earned a 2013 ASID NE/ IA Silver Project Award in Residential 2,500 to 4,000 square feet, and another 2013 ASID NE/IA Silver Project Award for Design Detail - Dining Room Ceiling. What was the crazy part? Muhle suggested extensive custom woodwork to achieve several curvilinear installations throughout the floor plan. “[The owner] said it was the one thing they almost said no to, but because they trusted me they said yes and it ended up being one of their favorite things,” she said.

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Current global economic conditions embody the notion of emotion versus fundamentals by Michelle Leach

The “R” word, recession, is now joined by the “C” word, coronavirus, as local financial professionals and researchers discuss the current environment and outlook; in fact, recently, Creighton University released the early results of its Mid America Business Conditions Index, which found 4 in 10 manufacturers reported negative impact from coronavirus — 27% said the outbreak of coronavirus has pushed their company to switch vendors; 27% report reduced international buying; and, of those manufacturers switching vendors, 24% are transferring to domestic West suppliers. In the announcement, Economics Professor Dr. Ernie Goss noted the economy has been slowing. “The SARS virus in 2003 had a big, negative impact on the overall economy,” he said. “Coronavirus could be similar and put a shortterm dent in the regional economy.” Carson Wealth Managing Partner Paul West summed up the economy and stock in a word: “emotional.” “The term ‘black swan’ has been used more

Thomas J. Sudyka, Jr., managing director at Lawson Kroeker Investment Management. than any term in a long time about COVID-19,” ods of it during the entire decade of 2010,” he he said, a reference to the unpredictability asso- said. “If investors have a long-term plan, it’s ciated with the coronavirus outbreak. “For the paramount that they stay the course. There are first time in quite a while, the market has had to still people who made sell decisions during the balance emotion versus fundamentals.” 2008 financial crisis that don’t know when to Markets do and always have volatility, West get back in the market.” emphasized. If deciding to get “out” of the equities “We were just insulated from major peri- market, West said one better guess right twice.

“It is not just when to get out, but also when is the right time to get back in? That’s why sticking to a plan is so important,” he said. “Remember the old phrase from your parents, ‘Just because your friend jumps off a bridge, doesn’t mean you should.’ Well, the same theory applies to your financial plan. It’s unique, personalized, and built just for you. Don’t listen to what others are saying and doing.” If fact, West provided documentation from 1999 to 2018 that illustrates how, if missing the top 10 days of the market during the calendar year, one’s return goes down by half that year. “So, the time spent Neussendorfer in the market is much more important than trying to time the market,” he said. As he looks to the balance of the year: “2020 was already poised to be the most spirited and heated election we’ve seen. If we continue to see stock market pressures, it will be a test of will for people. Those who work with professionals and those who stuck to their plan fared better in 2001 and 2008. So, I don’t see why 2020 would be any different,” he noted. History shows us that election years are generally positive for the economy and the stock market, said Lawson Kroeker CFA Thomas J. Sudyka, Jr. “We find that a short-term myopic view of the markets is normally not healthy from an investment perspective,” he said. “Corporate performance is far more important to stock performance in the long-run than election concerns/results.” In late February, Sudyka noted how there are few historical precedents for pandemic-related effects on the markets. “Over 100 years ago, a global influenza outbreak killed tens of millions of people in 1918 to 1919 and the markets were generally unaffected — yet, we don’t know, was that because they didn’t care? Or the cessation of WWI outweighed it? Or the stock markets weren’t as developed as they are now? Somewhat more recently, the East Asian flu pandemic of 1957 to ‘58 killed an estimated 1 million (including [around] 116,000 in the U.S.) and the Dow fell about 15%,” he said. “We will just have to wait and see on this one.” Sudyka emphasized how the “average investor” (if such a thing exists) shouldn’t be Continued on page 7.

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Preparing for retirement early is the smart move by Gabby Christensen

When it comes to saving for retirement, financial experts say it’s never too soon to start. Justin Anderson, portfolio manager at Cambridge Advisors, said establishing a goal for retirement savings is key, and automating payments toward a retirement account adds a layer of ease towards saving while also making it easier to resist spending on everyday purchases. Anderson said it’s also beneficial to buy or invest in what one knows. “An investor is more likely to have a better understanding of a company’s strengths, weaknesses Farber and competitive advantages if they support that business and are a frequent customer,” he said. Recently, Anderson said exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have become an increasingly popular way to invest because it allows an investor to add a greater amount of diversification to their portfolio at a very low expense ratio. Additionally, the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) Movement, an aggressive retirement savings plan that has grown in popularity, too. Anderson said investing is not exclusively for those with a high amount of disposable income; in fact, people can start investing with any amount of money. “Advancements in trading software make it easier for anyone anywhere to begin manag-

Justin Anderson, portfolio manager at Cambridge Advisors. ing their money,” he said. “Today, all you need provide a debt-free home or cash for other fuis a device with internet access and a portion of ture living arrangements and, you contribute to funds to invest to begin this process.” social security, which may provide 40 to 50% Jim Farber, vice president of Swartzbaugh of average wages at normal retirement age.” Farber, said saving as soon as possible is the Farber said it’s also wise to supplement most important financial tip to achieve inde- with a 30-year voluntary savings plan. pendence in retirement years. “It’s a radical concept called pay your“For most of the 75% who still have work self first,” he said. “It can be done with your to do to become financially secure in later life, 401(k), 403(b) at your place of employment there is good news,” he said. “You are likely or individually.” already contributing to a couple of pretty good According to Farber, the most common savings plans. If you own a home with a mort- reasons why individuals don’t have enough to gage, each payment is building value that will retire on comfortably is because they do not

start saving early enough, do not take advantage of employer contribution to a retirement plan at work and do not increase savings as their income rises. Chris O’Connell, financial advisor at Lifetime Retirement Partners, said there are a number of factors to consider when preparing for retirement. Individuals must focus on developing a retirement plan and maximizing their social security benefits, while also looking at ways to protect their savings from inflation and generate guaranteed retirement income. He said it’s also critical to look at medical costs and long term care needs. For some, O’Connell said hybrid retirement might be an option. O’Connell “Longevity is the biggest risk today,” he said. “People don’t consider that they’ll be 30 years into their retirement. They also might think they should take social security early, but in reality they should run a report to figure out how to maximize it first.” With the recent passing of the SECURE Act, O’Connell said there has also been some changes in the retirement discussion, which is why it’s even more important for people to review their current plan with an adviser. Currently, it’s a low interest rate environment, which also changes people’s perspectives on certain investments. “The bottom line is that there are a lot of complications out there,” he said. “This is why it’s key to have a trusted advisor in today’s marketplace.”

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World health crisis aside, investors finding a lot to like in current market by Dwain Hebda

The stock market continues to provide investment opportunities, say experts, even having recently been battered by the coronavirus. “As long as GDP growth and corporate revenue growth continues, albeit slowly, the stock market can continue to rise,” said Grant Engelbart, director of research and senior portfolio manager at CLS Investments. “Many of the excesses commonly found in an economy prior to a recession are not present. “Unanticipated shocks such as the coronavirus can impact markets short-term, however, if those effects do not spill over into the real economy then it is likely the market will recov-

er relatively quickly, as it has the past several corrections.” Engelbart said while the last two years’ performance has been modest — the S&P 500 delivered 12% over 2018 and 2019, slightly above long-term averages — this market feels much more robust to investors. Optimism has also been fanned by recent trade agreements. “Emerging markets, particularly China and Mexico, have benefited from these agreements being in place and will continue to do so,” Engelbart said. “International stocks, particularly emerging markets, look attractive as trade deals are in place and the potential for U.S. dollar strength resides.”

The notion of emotion versus fundamentals Continued from page 4. concerned with what’s going to happen with their portfolio in the short term. “Only longer-term funds should be committed to the stock market, and we believe over the long-term, stocks will continue to generate attractive returns,” he said. Sudyka suggests keeping enough funds to handle near-term needs; perhaps, a year or two of spending for a typical retiree (less for someone in the “accumulation phase”). “Invest the balance in companies that you know and understand and solicit the help of a competent investment adviser to assist you on your financial journey,” he said. Recently, Foster Group Senior Lead Advisor Stacie Neussendorfer noted the ongoing challenge of helping clients tune out the “noise” or recession (especially after the equity decline fourth quarter 2018), keeping them focused on

the big picture. “Over the past five years, everyone has heard that we are heading into a recession, because we are in the midst of the second longest bull market in history,” she said. “So many people are still sitting on the sidelines with cash waiting for the ‘right’ time to get back into the market.” With plans in place, Neussendorfer said, clients can see the progress made on their goals, review scenarios like a market downturn, and make adjustments as needed. “For most people, the fear of something bad happening paralyzes them,” she said. “When you can show a client how a bad scenario actually plays out in the long run, it gives them control over their fear, allows for adjustments to be made if necessary, and keeps them focused on their long-term goals rather than what is happening in the short term.”

As for coronavirus’ rattling of the stock market, experts said investors are in a wait-and-see pattern as news continues to come in over the scope of the disease. “It’s unknown how long [coronavirus] will impact the economy and how large the impact will be,” said Eric Thompson, director of the Bureau of Business Research at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. “We’re seeing businesses reacting from a place of uncertainty. I don’t see the fall in the market as a panic; I think it’s a rational pricing of unknown Engelbart potential outcomes.” Thompson also said market recovery could follow one of several scenarios. “As it’s contained, it dictates where confidence grows first,” he said. “For instance, if we learn in the coming weeks that it’s well-contained in the U.S. but there’s ongoing concerns in foreign countries, then I would expect the rebound to come from more domestically located companies. If doubts linger here, but it seems like the worst is past in China, then it might be the companies that have a supply chain in China that recover first. Or, it may all happen at the same time.” Individual investors aren’t the only ones reaping rewards from the robust stock market; the generally rosy economic picture has also had a positive impact on companies in the merger and acquisition space.

“One of the biggest opportunities within the market continues to be the low cost of capital and alternative options for liquidity, versus a standard company sale, available to company owners,” said Mike Anderson, managing director of Bridgepoint Investment Banking. “Capital options exist to attractively finance acquisitions, but also can provide liquidity to company owners without having to sell their businesses. “It is a sellers’ market; several of our current projects are approaching or exceeding 10 times EBITDA Anderson [earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization]. Combined with inexpensive capital for buyers and limited organic growth prospects for companies, it is a historically great time to sell and seek alternative capital options for owner liquidity.” Anderson said health care, software manufacturing, transportation, IT and business services industries are seeing particularly brisk M&A activity. Additionally, activity in the capital markets is strong across sectors for almost any company with meaningful EBITDA. “Even though we are at high tide in many industries, there are still opportunities in the market,” he said. “Examples include opportunities in industries that might be out of favor with private equity and complimentary companies in an industry that a company might have a unique angle at operating or applying best practices to.”

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Change Makers, from left, Jasmine Harris, director of public policy and advocacy, RISE; Candias Jones, professional career coach, Mutual of Omaha; Lynn Schneider, creative strategist, Emspace + Lovgren; and Darryl Brown Jr., founder and senior pastor, Kingdom Builders Christian Center of Omaha.

Keep Nebraska Beautiful’s Kelley Jones, right, talks with attendee Tiffany Sessions about recycling.

Greater Omaha Chamber YP Summit breaks down walls, celebrates connections by Michelle Leach

country, according to the Greater Omaha When more than 1,500 young profes- Chamber, a collaborative partner of the annusionals gathered at the CHI Health Center al event, which is also the marquee event for Omaha last Friday, it marked both the YP the Chamber’s Young Professional Council. “This year was all about connections,” Summit’s 15th birthday, and largest young said Allison Sagehorn, the Chamber’s manprofessionals conference of its kind in the ager-talent who serves as the Summit’s Chamber liaison. “Our goal was to foster opportunities for attendees to expand perspectives and to step in and towards one another. Our sponsors embodied this principle, designing activities with these goals in mind.” Lead partners included Creighton University and its Heider School of Business and the Omaha Public Power District; reportedly, more than 375 organizations participated this year. “What resonated with attendees was the ability to come from so many different backgrounds — business professionals, community leaders … and for everyone to have meaningVaneisha Barbour takes a selfie with Change Maker ful takeaways,” Sagehorn said. “The high-energy Darryl Brown Jr.

Attendees celebrate with Change Makers Jasmine Harris and Candias Jones.

speakers empowered YPs to take ownership in our community, work and personal lives.” The opening session featured Radha Agrawal, co-founder, CEO and chief community architect with dance and wellness

Sagehorn Hogan movement, Daybreaker. She explored “How to Build Your Dream Community From Scratch.” “You can use technology for good,” she said, a reference to Daybreaker and its spread to more than 25 communities and upwards of a dozen college campuses worldwide. “You can think of technology as a partner to your community.” Daybreaker further harnesses dance to elevate “DOSE,” which stands for “dopamine” (pleasure), “oxytocin” (physical touch), “serotonin” (sense of belonging) and “endorphins” (body movement). “Our brains hold all the power, all the happiness, all the connection, all the confi-

dence, all the courage,” Agarwal shared with the crowd. Agarwal’s keynote made an impression on Lakelyn Hogan, a YP Summit session presenter and gerontologist and caregiver advocate at Home Instead Senior Care. “In the morning keynote, Radha talked about the importance of community,” she said. “One of her slides said, ‘The single most generous act we can do is to create community.’ This tied in well with my sesDobbe sion, as I talked about how it will take all of us as a community to care for the growing aging population. Each of us can look for small ways and areas of opportunity to care for the older adults around us.” Hogan’s breakout session explored: “The Age Wave’s Impact on Young Professionals.” “My goal was simply to get YPs thinking about aging, the growing aging population and how it impacts their daily lives,” she said. “I feel like I was able to accomplish that by sharing examples from business, personal stories and popular culture.” Another breakout session presenter, Omaha By Design Executive Director Scott Continued on next page.

From left, Emspace + Lovegren’s Kelly Bast, Ashley Eisenga, Lynn Schneider and President Elizebeth Murphy celebrate Schneider’s Change Maker award.

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Leo A Daly employees, from left, Morgan Goethel, Meredith Daniels, Cody Starkey, Jon McCarville, Phil Stake, Jake Zach and Nick Lassek. Continued from preceding page. we’re stuck, instead of creating innovative Dobbe, explored: “Unleashing the Potential solutions,” she said, a nod to “mindset-driven of a City Built for People.” habits”: scarcity, playing small, stalling. “I’d think one of the ideas that most Thompson discussed ways attendees resonated with my session’s attendees was might be putting themselves in a position the idea that we’re all public space ‘experts’ to fail, and strategies to maximize career, in our own right,” he said. “In other words, company and community opportunities. each of us has the skills to recognize an urAdditional sessions discussed topics ban space that’s been well-designed, even if such as “Self-Love,” “Doing More While we’ve never taken a class on the subject. And Working Less,” “Building Positive Relaby instilling this confidence in their own abil- tionships as a Manager,” “Powering Perfority to sense a ‘city built for people,’ I hope mance with Feedback,” “The Truth About my session left each of them encouraged to Being Brave,” “Nonprofiting,” “You are participate in the shaping of their neighbor- More Than Your Job Description,” “Life hood — and the broader city — to reflect Isn’t Always a Straight Line,” and “How the people-centered We Add Up.” urban design prin“Be the Best Photos by MBJ / Becky McCarville ciples that allow us Ally!” represented all to thrive.” one of three panels, alongside those on Dobbe is a “veteran” of the YP Summit, policy advocacy and change-making; in this having attended for around six or seven case, Moderator Erik Servellon and panelists years. Ina Bhoopalam, of Dream Equal (also the “You might think there’s nothing new inaugural BuilderTrend Rising Star award to see, but each year I’ve left the Summit recipient), Roger Garcia of the National so inspired by all the talent, creativity and Center for Families Learning, Eli Rigatuso of love for the city that is present in our young Catch Creative and Jaymes Sime of MICAH professional community,” he said. “It’s an House provided candid advice. They gave amazing group of young leaders that I am examples of how allyship is a “verb” — to certain are going to do some really amazing be an ally to another population, one must things in years to come.” acknowledge the truth, create a space and Additional talent is represented by lead- amplify the voice. ership coach Kelli Rae Thompson whose sesA highlight of the event, the 2020 Change sion delved into “Three Expensive Mindsets Makers were Darryl Brown Jr., founding and (and how to reframe them).” senior pastor of Kingdom Builders Christian “The problem is when we use our cre- Center of Omaha; Jasmine L. Harris, direcativity to design a world that reinforces why tor of public policy and advocacy at RISE;

Thomas Sherman and Caitlyn Hogue.

Scott Dobbe, executive director at Omaha by Design, left, chats with Natalie Williams and Alex Robinson after he led the breakout session, “Unleashing the Potential of a City Built for People.” Candias Jones, professional career coach at In all, Sagehorn said attendees loved the Mutual of Omaha; and Lynn Schneider, cre- variety of speakers, the ability to interact ative strategist at Emspace + Lovegren. The with each other and sponsors through fun honorees were highlighted at the opening and activities, and the fun “grab and go” lunch closing sessions, and were interviewed on a that allowed attendees to make more organic panel in a breakout session. connections. Before the Summit closed with for“A post-event survey was sent to atmer NFL player, magician and author Jon tendees this week,” she said. “Our planning Dorenbos, the Chamber’s President and CEO committee uses this feedback to structure David G. Brown put forth to the crowd: “We next year’s event. We hope everyone will need your energy. We need your voices and share their thoughts and ideas.” ideas. We need your partnership to build our The 2021 YP Summit is slated for best future.” March 5.

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Family EyeCare Center changes hands, continues patient-focused tradition Continued from page 1. cool experience to have alongside your own family.” Meyer grew up with optometry. She at-

Family EyeCare Center Phone: 402-333-7772 Address: 12279 West Center Road, Omaha 68144 (Westwood Plaza) Service: independent provider of vision care products and services Founded: 1995 by Dr. Dean Meyer; bought by Dr. Michelle Meyer in 2019 Employees: 3 Goal: Bring in new designer eyewear lines. Industry outlook: The “shop local” movement applies to independent stores of all types, including locally owned optometry practices. Website: www.familyeyecarecenteromaha.com

tended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for her undergraduate studies and wasn’t sure what direction she wanted to take for her life and career. She applied to optometry school at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona and after graduating in 2013, moved back to Omaha. She’s been working at the family practice ever since. As she and her dad had discussions about the succession of the business and his goals for retirement, he wanted to continue to be involved in the business. While Dr. Dean Meyer still sees patients part-time, he now works for his daughter, who is continuing the tradition of a patient-focused practice. “That means when you walk in the door, we know your name, we know your family members, we want to take care of you no matter what insurance plan you have or what eye condition you have — that’s just our whole philosophy,” she said. “We’re not going to see a patient every 10 minutes — we’re going to keep that same approach to treatment plans and customized care in terms of glasses, contact lenses.” The staff of three helps in all aspects of the business, from pre-testing, insurance, helping patients understand their insurance coverage, glasses and contact lens fittings — a “great teamwork approach.” Family EyeCare Center is a medically-based practice, a characteristic that sets it apart from other optical retailers. “The difference with optometry is that we’re kind of doing two different tasks,” she said. “We not only provide glasses and contact lenses, the visual/retail side, we also have the medical base. We are not only getting your prescription to help you see

clearly, we are looking at multiple tissues in the eyes, multiple systems in your whole body by doing a comprehensive eye exam.” A new technology, called optomap, allows the optometrist to take a detailed retinal image and save it for future reference. In addition, it allows patients to avoid eye dilation every year, depending on the condition. “The retina is the tissue in the back part of the eye,” she said. “Optometrists can tell a lot about overall health. When you’re getting an eye exam, we’re not only measuring the health of your eyes, we’re kind of measuring multiple other systems and functions throughout the body. “They’re doing a lot of new research to determine how we use these pictures and other technologies to help the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or MS, things of the nervous system.” The eye’s vessels can detect diabetes, hypertension or cardiovascular disease, or if there’s bleeding or swelling in the back of the eye. Optometrists can then refer a patient back to their primary care physician, endocrinologist or rheumatologist to determine the underlying condition, she said. Optometrists in Nebraska can diagnose glaucoma and macular degeneration but can’t perform surgery, which includes eye injections and laser eye surgery.

Meyer implements another optometric technology called the visual field test, which checks both peripheral and central vision and can help diagnose and manage glaucoma, detect possible lesions in the brain and is also used in routine screenings. “The visual field is also used to check if specific medications are causing vision issues,” she said. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is also used for similar conditions. Meyer, who in 2019 bought the business, got married and had a baby, is looking to bring in designer eyewear lines and high-end frames. In addition to offering custom eyeglass fittings and consultations, the practice has started offering specialty contact lens fittings. Most people wear soft contact lenses, but some people might need hard contact lenses if, for example, they’re suffering from disorders of the cornea or have had refractive surgery in the past and now need specialty contact lenses. “And people are just living longer,” she said. “With that comes more diseases of the eye and not necessarily in terms of contact lenses, but there’s newer technology for seniors, even in cataract surgery.” She said that it’s not just the new technology that Family EyeCare Center offers but also the technology the practice’s

partners offer. Communicating the options to patients and communicating a patient’s history and even hobbies to partnering ophthalmologists is key to finding the best solution. Family EyeCare Center “co-manages” with multiple ophthalmologists. Meyer is looking to add more pediatric patients and families. She gets the word out through referrals, friends and family and a networking group she joined a couple of years ago. “Definitely over the past seven years since I’ve been here, we’ve had a sharp increase in the number of patients as well as optical sales and things like that,” she said. “I think I attribute that to a couple of things. One, just the longstanding great business, successful business that Dr. Dean has had. And then introducing myself as a second practitioner, being able to see more patients with two providers, as well as I’ve kind of networked out in the community.” Family EyeCare Center is a member of Vision Source, a national network of independent optometrists. Meyer said that the organization is growing and there are many independent optometrists in the Omaha market who are members. This helps locally owned practices connect and it helps people who are searching online find an independent optometrist.

Consortio Group crosses 10-year mark with acquisitions, specialty niches, partnerships The Coffeys also noted how they’re Continued from page 1. getting creative with regard to driving insurance, private client and risk mandown claims in the area of workers comagement advisory services, and specialty pensation. programs such as cyber liability insurance. “Many businesses don’t understand “One of the great things we were able what drives the costs of work comp, and to do is we bought two local agencies, through software and education we’ve and they brought with them relationships made these customers understand their with insurance companies,” Dick Coffey losses are the driver of the cost of presaid. “That accelerated our market prommiums, and we’ve inence. They knew shown them how to who we were in our Consortio Group look at this in a little prior life, and we Phone: 402-399-8244 different light, and offered them another Address: 9375 Burt St., Suite 101, how to be much more source of business. Omaha 68114 proactive,” Dick That was important Services: commercial insurance, priCoffey said. “A lot for their continued vate client services, risk management of times we make success and insur- advisory services, specialty programs projections and assist (i.e. cyber liability coverage, employment ance agents.” them at looking at John Coffey said practices liability insurance) ways where they can the pace of acquisi- Founded: 2009 control their costs.” tions continues in the Website: www.consortiogroup.com John Coffey said industry, embodied these efforts could be by two recent notable local transactions. as simple (and low-cost) as nonslip mats “In a lot of instances, smaller agencies to prevent falls from when hydraulic fluid do not always have an exit plan,” Dick or other liquids drip on the floor. Coffey added, when addressing movement “These are kind of commonsense in the merger and acquisition space. investments, but if somebody slips and Generally, growth has been driven blows out their knee, that affects employee by the need for clients to manage risk in morale, now they have a buddy who has to creative ways. pick up the slack,” he said. “So, there are “Cyber insurance is a large concern,” ‘hidden costs.’” John Coffey said. “Social engineering Dick Coffey also noted the firm has claims are when you as a customer are been very proactive relative to the Occuduped into giving out funds to a different pational Safety and Health Administration, bank account that you thought was legitiand what to do in the event of an inspection. mate. After you’ve examined it, you find “We help them understand what OSHA the funds were to a bogus bank account. is looking for in terms of working condiIt requires a lot of education on the part of tions and safe practices,” he said. clients who receive such requests.” The Coffeys also emphasized how Specialized insurance is available to OSHA fines are increasing every year, protect against cyber extortion-related yet many workplaces have been cited events, which Coffey said isn’t covered more than once for the same type of event by “normal insurance.”

such as improper use of ladders or fall protection. “If an OSHA inspector is driving by a worksite and sees unsafe practices going on, they can go out and start fining people,” he said. “If you’re not prepared, you can find yourself in a quagmire. So, it’s important to use a trusted adviser.” The Coffeys indicated they have established themselves as a trusted adviser as it relates to specialty programs such as employment practices liability insurance. “For environmental expertise, we partner with another firm and it’s a similar deal with medical malpractice,” John Coffey said. “We’ve done the same on the lawyers’ and other professionals’ front. We’ve found some niches where we have success. We’ve developed our own expertise in other areas — real estate, manufacturing, health care and technology. It’s fair to say that those things don’t come about until you listen to the clients and hear what their concerns are. They’re looking to Consortio to help solve the problem, and to help them understand and manage these risks.” Dick Coffey noted they’ve had a “reasonable amount of success” due to its active role in the Business Ethics Alliance at Creighton University, and John Coffey further isolated that they were the first insurance agency to be awarded the Omaha Better Business Bureau Award in 2017. True to its values, Consortio Group celebrated its 10-year milestone with clients; as a gesture of goodwill, the company donated to the Siena Francis House. “That typifies how our firm has given back to the community,” John Coffey said. “We’ve adopted families at the Ronald McDonald House, and done meals at the Siena Francis House. That’s part of the fabric of our firm.”

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Mechanical Inc. tackles commercial projects with technical arsenal

Continued from page 1. firm now called Mechanical Inc. is now tapping into its Freeport, Illinois headquarters’ arsenal of talent that includes five full-time network IT specialists, an accounting technology manager and a production technology manager. “Even our heavy equipment fleet enables us to use the best technology to send productivity data to our internal centralized base,” he added. Other tools used include augmented SUPER CROSSWORD

and virtual reality and they too include a productivity app designed specifically for use in the pipe fabrication shop. Also, field service tickets are written by technicians using an iPad. Vice President Matt Huenefeld, a 20year veteran of Helm Group who started as a plumbing apprentice and who moved to Omaha with the Pitlor acquisition, said he is enjoying the numbers surrounding Mechanical’s expansion into the Omaha and western Iowa market. CAN’T YOU SEE I’M DIZZY?!

Pitlor was doing from $20 million to quarters building at Heartwood Preserve. $30 million annually and had about 70 As a subcontractor to Kiewit Building employees operating out of its Omaha Group, Helm said Mechanical’s virtual office at 10901 I St. design and construction planning has been The need for plumbers, steamfitters, important in shaving time off completion and especially sheet metal workers have and saving money. brought employee numbers to 115. Speaking in general terms, Helm said Helm, who is completing his term as off-site fabrication work can save an averpresident of the Mechanical Contractors age of 30% off installation time. Association of America — an organization “We can take an engineer’s drawing representing about and route pipes di2 , 8 0 0 m e m b e r s Mechanical, Inc. rectly to optimize around the country Phone: 402-331-8420 the design and create — said the short sup- Address: 10901 I St., Omaha 68137 fabrication and inply of workers in Services: plumbing, HVAC piping and stallation drawings Omaha, as well as service work to make the work go throughout Mechan- Founded: 1974 as family-owned, Illifaster,” he said. ical’s Midwestern nois-based company; acquired OmaAugmented realoperating territory, ha-based Pitlor Mechanical in 2017. ity has been used in has benefited from Employees: 115 in Omaha; 1,200 comhospital renovation its long relationship panywide among seven locations projects and with with the United As- One-year goal: Reach $40 million in the help of a headsociation of Steam- annual revenues at Omaha office. set and specialized fitters & Plumbers Industry outlook: Growth opportunities glasses, workers can and the success it has exist for players willing to make cutbetter analyze existhad in promoting the ting-edge technology investments. ing space and what a trades. designed new system Website: www.mechinc.com Huenefeld said will likely look like. the growth goal of the Omaha operation, Such steps are important for nurses, docreaching $40 million in annual revenues tors and administrators to get a better unin 2021, is attainable. And a couple years derstanding of space utilization and what down the road $50 million has been iden- the planned new system will look like. tified. “A column might be in a wrong place, He cited the recent hiring of Dan ceiling height may be contrary to law or Dennell, as a business development rep- regulations and maintenance people will resentative, and Ryan Adrian as a project get a better picture of how they will need manager, as examples of positions adding to adapt,” Helm said. to the growth in Omaha. For example, the location of a valve Helm and Huenefeld said Mechanical may require an employee to use a stepladhas significantly increased the compre- der or drainage on the floor may pose an hensiveness of what’s being offered in employee concern. Omaha, which had been largely focused Helm said the technology is an integral on plumbing. HVAC work and other sheet part of Mechanical’s pitch in getting work. metal capabilities have been added. It also is attractive in impressing young Huenefeld said one of the largest talent that there’s a future for them in the projects is work being done as a partner growing company. with McCarthy Building Companies on Huenefeld said the sale of maintenance the 157,000-square-foot Veterans Affairs agreements, usually for three years, is beAmbulatory Care Center near 42nd Street ing promoted more strongly as Mechanical & Woolworth Avenue. The facility with promotes itself throughout the eastern three levels and a penthouse has a full Nebraska and western Iowa market area. chilled water plant — with a 600-ton chiller capacity onsite. “It’s a fully modulated unit that was built off-site in Florida, shipped here and we installed the fully modular unit on an expedited schedule,” he said. Virtual design and construction software adds value to such a job, Huenefeld said, and enables labor work to be done off the job site. Fabrication was done in Mechanical’s Illinois shop. Another major project is the 120,000-square-foot Applied Underwriters building at Heartwood Preserve. In partnership with JE Dunn, Huenefeld said pre-construction work and off-site fabrication is an important factor in driving value to the project. As a subcontractor to Sampson Construction, Mechanical is finding opportunities to use its deep fleet of vehicles, especially its 53-foot trailer to haul off-site fabrication work to the 156th & Ida streets site of the Omaha Public Schools new high school. Virtual design work is important to the 315,000-square-foot project. Work is also being done for Valmont Industries’ new 120,000-square-foot head-

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Some investors panic over the stock market’s free-fall. Others see a bargain by Suhauna Hussain and Andrew Khouri

For small investors who had jumped into stocks as the bull market roared into its 11th year, was a full-blown meltdown. A 2,000-point drop in the Dow Jones industrial average capped the market’s worst day since 2008, as mounting fears of economic damage from the coronavirus combined with an oil price war to raise the odds of a looming recession. Stock Market Many investors viewed the carnage with horror. Others eyed bargains. At the TD Ameritrade office in Torrance, Calif., on Monday, a TV blasted the bad news. “Pimco: the worst is yet to come for the economy,” read a headline. But one older investor strolled out of the brokerage upbeat: “For me, it’s just an opportunity to buy,” he said. Not everyone was so sanguine. A few

minutes earlier, another older man emerged to say, “I’m scared,” before scurrying off. Financial advisers urged calm. “What I am telling clients is they should try to slow down their decision-making at a time like this,” said Patrick Whalen, of Whalen Financial Planning in Los Angeles. “Most of us make better decisions when we are not under stress.” That’s not so easy when the three major stock indexes are now down about 19% from the record highs they set last month. That’s the edge of bear-market territory, the definition of which is a 20% drop for two months or more. “It feels like there’s panic in the air and things are happening very fast,” said Ben Carlson, director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management. “A lot of people don’t want to hear this but this is just something that happens in the stock market occasionally. You have to put these

kinds of events in the plan. Hopefully you don’t have everything in the stock market.” For people in or near retirement who are aggressively invested in the stock market, Jim Hebenstreit of ClearView Financial Planning in El Segundo, Calif., recommended they take the time to meet with an adviser who can better allocate their funds between risky and less-risky investments, such as bonds or bond funds. Plunges like Monday’s are particularly painful for those already in retirement, as they watch their savings evaporate at exactly the wrong moment. Even so, financial advisers said people shouldn’t rush for the exits. Hebenstreit noted the stock market can bounce back quickly. If you sell low, you would miss that upswing and lock in your losses. And if you later want to get back in, it will cost you more. Those who are early in their careers and

US hiring surges with 273,000 gain ahead of hit from virus by Katia Dmitrieva

U.S. employment surged last month with the biggest gain since May 2018, indicating the labor market was on especially solid footing before the spread of the coronavirus intensified. Payrolls rose 273,000 after the prior month was revised up to also reflect a 273,000 gain, according econoMy to Labor Department data that beat all forecasts in Bloomberg’s survey calling for 175,000. The jobless rate fell back to a half-century low of 3.5% as average hourly earnings climbed a steady 3% from a year earlier. The surprisingly strong hiring signals that employment was holding up as virus concerns grew, though the report reflects conditions through mid-February, before the impact from disruptions abroad as well as the intensification of the U.S. outbreak. While the Federal Reserve has said the labor market remains strong, employment could be poised for broad disruption should the outbreak spread further through the American workplace. Such a risk to economic activity spurred the central bank to cut interest rates recently in the first emergency move since the 2008 financial crisis. Speaking after the rate-cut announcement, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell said the fundamentals of the economy remain strong, citing the low unemployment rate, solid pace of job gains and steady wage increases. Still, Treasury yields have continued to plunge on signs the virus is spreading uncontained. Airlines, Hotels In the days since the rate cut, the eco-

nomic impact of the virus has become more apparent with airlines and hotels warning of lost revenue amid canceled conferences. Meanwhile, large companies are ordering employees to work from home, depriving restaurants of business. The jobs report showed average hourly earnings rose 0.3% from the prior month, as forecast, following a 0.2% gain in January. The 3% annual gain also matched projections. The report reflected a second-straight month of robust government hiring, which rose by 45,000 after a 51,000 gain in January, owing to employment at state and local governments. Federal workers climbed by 8,000, which was almost entirely due to the Census Bureau adding 7,000 temporary workers for the 2020 tally. This should pick up throughout the year as hiring ramps up: The bureau plans to hire up to 500,000 temporary, part-time workers for the count. Construction employment rose by 42,000 after a 49,000 gain in the prior month. But retailers and wholesalers showed declines. More Hours Weekly hours worked rose to 34.4 hours from 34.3 in January. Economists look to hours worked for labor-market warning signs as companies often cut hours before laying off workers. The participation rate, or share of working-age people in the labor force, held at 63.4%. Greater participation reinforces Powell’s desire to sustain the expansion, as it shows more Americans coming in from the sidelines.

Manufacturers unexpectedly added workers, gaining 15,000 despite projections for a second-straight decline. The industry was beginning to strengthen late last year after the signing of the latest trade deal with China. The U-6, or the underemployment rate, edged up to 7% from 6.9%. This measure includes part-time workers who would prefer a full-time job and those who aren’t looking, offering a more comprehensive view of the health of the labor market. ©2020 Bloomberg News Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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have some savings should consider treating the market’s plunge as an opportunity, financial advisers said. “If you have no money in the market, certainly start thinking about putting some of your money to work,” said Steve Nielander, a San Diego State finance lecturer and a partner at wealth management firm Cerity Partners. “As long as one doesn’t have need for their money right away, it’s a good time to invest, and then wait some time for the market to bounce back.” Prices in some sectors were sharply lower than when the market was at its peak in mid-February, or even last Friday. Marathon Oil shares fell 47% on Monday, and Occidental Petroleum dropped 52%. The biggest banks also took a hit, with Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase falling 14% and 15%. Those banks pay decent dividends, so their shares at these prices yield far more than Treasury bonds, Nielander noted. The dividend yield on a JPMorgan Chase share is 3.86%, while the yield on the 10-year treasury note is 0.67%. “These (banks) are solid names that are going to get through this and be fine,” he said. Russell Warren, 33, of Albuquerque, N.M., emerged unscathed by the drama Monday. He pulled his money out of the market in 2018, suspecting stocks were overvalued. Now he sees a buying opportunity. But he plans to wait a bit before jumping in, and he’s worried about his parents and extended family, who are close to retirement age and have a good portion of their money tied up in stocks. “I think more pain is coming,” he said. ©2020 Los Angeles Times Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Soley Medical, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 7914 W Dodge rd, Ste 438 Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The Registered Agent of the Company is Sena Sekpe, at 7914 W Dodge Rd, Ste 438 Omaha, Nebraska 68116. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Dutta, L.L.C. (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the Company is 3330 N. 104th Ave, Omaha, Nebraska 68134. The registered agent of the Company is Satish Muktineni, 3962 S. 184th Ave, Omaha, Nebraska 68130. The Company was formed on February 21, 2020. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 DAVID J. SKALKA, Attorney C R O K E R , H U C K , K A S H E R , D e W I T T, A N D E R S O N & GONDERINGER, L.L.C. 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200 Omaha, Nebraska 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KC UPHOLSTERY, LLC The name of the limited liability company is KC Upholstery, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 5818 Girard Street, Omaha, NE 68152. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is David J. Skalka, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 STEVEN G. RANUM, Attorney C R O K E R , H U C K , K A S H E R , D E W I T T, A N D E R S O N & GONDERINGER, L.L.C. 2120 S. 72ND STREET, SUITE 1200 OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 5902 WEIR STREET, LLC The name of the limited liability company is 5902 Weir Street, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 5936 Q Street, Omaha, NE 68117. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Steven G. Ranum, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 STEVEN G. RANUM, Attorney C R O K E R , H U C K , K A S H E R , D E W I T T, A N D E R S O N & GONDERINGER, L.L.C. 2120 S. 72ND STREET, SUITE 1200 OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68124 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 1211 O STREET, LLC The name of the limited liability company is 1211 O Street, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. The name and address of the initial agent for service of process is Steven G. Ranum, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, NE 68124. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 CAMERON M. RIECKE, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF SPECIAL TACTICS AND RESCUE SERVICES, 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 Special Tactics and Rescue Services, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 19942 Chicago Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022. 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 March 9, 2020 and shall 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 March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020

MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MT ESTATE, LLC Notice is hereby given that MT ESTATE, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The address of the initial designated office of the company is 5430 Florence Boulevard, Omaha, NE 68110. The agent for service of process for the Company is VW Agents LLC located at 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118-3122. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 5013 LAFAYETTE AVE., LLC Notice is hereby given that 5013 LAFAYETTE AVE., LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The address of the initial designated office of the company is 9779 Westchester Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The agent for service of process for the Company is VW Agents LLC located at 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118-3121. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 TICE OF AMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF MCB PROPERTIES, LLC Notice is hereby given that MCB Properties, LLC has amended its Certificate of Organization as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The amended notice of organization reflects the name change from MCB Properties, LLC to 602 W. 23rd Ave., LLC. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF OTT STRATEGIC PARTNERS, LLC Notice is hereby given that OTT Strategic Partners, LLC has amended its Certificate of Organization as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The amended notice of Certificate of Organization reflects the change of designated address to: 1613 Washington St., Blair, NE 68006. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MCB PROPERTIES, LLC Notice is hereby given that MCB PROPERTIES, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The address of the initial designated office of the company is 9779 Westchester Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The agent for service of process for the Company is VW Agents located at 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 CAMERON M. RIECKE, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF BOILER REPAIR & SERVICES, 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 Boiler Repair & Service, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 8720 F Street, Omaha, NE 68127. 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 March 4, 2020 and shall 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 March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 KELLOGG & PALZER, P.C. 10828 Old Mill Road, Suite 6 Omaha, Nebraska 68154-2647 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Company is VBS INVESTMENTS, LLC. 2. The street address of the initial designated office is 15236 Curtis Avenue, Omaha, NE 68116. The registered agent is Vanessa Schmidt and the Register Agent's address is 15236 Curtis Avenue, Omaha, NE 68116. 3. The general nature of the Company is residential rental real estate. 4. The Company commenced on January 2, 2020, and shall have perpetual existence. 5. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by Members, and, if necessary, the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and such other officers as the Members shall determine. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF OESTMANN & ALBERTSEN LAW, P.C. L.L.O. Notice is hereby given that OESTMANN & ALBERTSEN LAW, P.C., L.L.O. a Nebraska Professional Corporation, has been incorporated under the laws of the state of Nebraska. The Company’s initial designated office is located at 3406 Blackhawk Drive, Bellevue, Nebraska, 68123. The name and street mailing address of the initial agent for service of process is Melissa Oestmann at 3406 Blackhawk Drive, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123. The general nature of its business is to engage in the practice of law. The Articles of Incorporation were filed in the office of the Nebraska Secretary of State on January 9, 2020. Company commenced business thereon, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by its officers. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 DANA ROCHE, Attorney RINGENBERG & RATTNER LAW 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF A FOREIGN TASTE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that A Foreign Taste, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company 5052 North 155th Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The Registered Agent of the Company is Kendra J. Ringenberg, 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PARKERA, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Parkera, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 March 6, 2020. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DMSI REALTY, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that DMSi Realty, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 17002 Marcy Street, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is CSC-Lawyers Incorporating Service Company, 233 South 13th Street, Suite 1900, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. The Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 6, 2020. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 MYRON J. KAPLAN, Attorney McGILL, GOTSDINER, WORKMAN & LEPP, P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 11404 West Dodge Road, Suite 500, First National Plaza Omaha, Nebraska 68154-2584 NOTICE OFAMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF BELGRADE L.L.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Belgrade L.L.C., a Nebraska limited liability company, has filed an Amendment to its Certificate of Organization effective as of March 10, 2020, amending paragraph 2 of the Certificate of Organization as follows: 2. Duration. The period of duration of the Company is perpetual from the date of the filing of the Certificate of Organization with the Secretary of State. Robert L. Belgrade, Manager First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 SCUDDER LAW FIRM, P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 411 S. 13th Street, Second Floor Lincoln, NE 68508 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION A Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State for Scout Enterprises, LLC, with its registered office at 411 S. 13th Street #200, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. The registered agent and address for service of process is: Heidi Hornung-Scherr, 411 S. 13th Street #200, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 TIEDEMAN, LYNCH, KAMPFE, McVAY & RESPELIERS, Attorneys 6910 Pacific Street, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68106-1045 LEGAL NOTICE In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR20-284 Estate of Ryan T. Hepburn, Deceased Notice is hereby given that on February 27, 2020, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, Travis Hepburn, whose address is 213 South 26th Avenue, Apartment 5, Omaha, Nebraska 68131, was informally appointed Personal Representative of the estate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 30, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before May 6, 2020 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

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LEGAL NOTICES GOVIER, KATSKEE, SUING & MAXELL, PC, LLO 10404 Essex Court, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF ADDMAR, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Addmar, LLC has filed with the Secretary of State a Statement of Dissolution effective December 31, 2019. George N. Hatjinos, 14571 Grover Street, Omaha, NE 68144 as a Member of the LLC has been appointed by the members to wind up the affairs of the limited liability company and distribute the remaining assets after payment of liabilities, if any, to the members in accordance with their membership interest in the limited liability company. Any persons or entities must file a claim against the LLC by giving notice of same to George N. Hatjinos, 14571 Grover Street, Omaha, NE 68144 within five (5) years from the last published date of this Notice of Dissolution. Addmar, LLC By: George N. Hatjinos, Member First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 MYRON J. KAPLAN, Attorney McGILL, GOTSDINER, WORKMAN & LEPP, P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 11404 West Dodge Road, Suite 500, First National Plaza Omaha, Nebraska 68154-2584 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF PLB, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that PLB, Inc., a Nebraska nonprofit corporation, has filed an Amendment to its Articles of Incorporation effective as of February 19, 2020, revoking Article V and substituting the following provision in its place: "ARTICLE V. The purpose or purposes for which the Corporation is organized are to foster national and international amateur sports competition in the sport of baseball, as a qualified amateur sports organization as defined by Section 501(j)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, and for educational and charitable purposes for youth by fostering, developing and approving competitive youth baseball programs, by educating the youth in a competitive environment through team activities without discrimination as to race, sex, color and religion; and to receive or maintain funds by gifts, donations, bequests, or otherwise, and to expend said funds and income therefrom exclusively for such purposes, all as may be designated by the Board of Directors to carry out the purposes of the Corporation." Alex McCoy, President First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 ROBERT J. LIKES, Attorney LIKES MEYERSON HATCH LLC 444 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF JEREMY WARREN CPA, LLC Notice is hereby given that JEREMY WARREN CPA, LLC, a Nebraska professional limited liability company (the “Company”), has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office and registered office of the Company is 1803 North 173rd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68118, and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is Jeremy Warren. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given the registration with the Nebraska Secretary of state’s office of Velasquez Construction, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: The name of the company is Velasquez Construction, LLC. Registered agent and office of Velasquez Construction, LLC is Juan Roberto Rafael Velasquez at 2314 Drexel Street, Omaha, NE 68107. The designated address is 2314 Drexel Street, Omaha, NE 68107. Initial members: Juan Roberto Rafael Velasquez. General nature of the business is to transact any and all lawful business for which limited liability companies are allowed by statute. The LLC was organized on March 2020 for the perpetual duration and is managed by its members. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given the registration with the Nebraska Secretary of state’s office of Analeah Construction, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: The name of the company is Analeah Construction, LLC. Registered agent and office of Analeah Construction, LLC is Ana Luisa Hernandez Hernandez at 12418 Martha Street, Omaha, NE 68144. The designated address is 12418 Martha Street, Omaha, NE 68144. Initial members: Ana Luisa Hernandez Hernandez and Emerson Eduardo Sanchez Oliveros. General nature of the business is to transact any and all lawful business for which limited liability companies are allowed by statute. The LLC was organized on March 2020 for the perpetual duration and is managed by its members. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 THOMAS C. DORWART, Attorney TELPNER PETERSON LAW FIRM, LLP 25 Main Place, Suite 200 Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Njord Transportation, Inc. has been incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The number of shares authorized to be issued by the Corporation is 10,000. The street address of the initial Registered Office is: 13504 So. 33rd Street, Bellevue, Nebraska 68123. The name of the Registered Agent at such address is Zachary Mathias. The name and address of the Incorporator is as follows: Zachary Mathias, 13504 S. 33rd Street, Bellevue, Ne. 68123. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Limited Liability Company is PLAN WELL, LLC 2. The address of the designated office of the company is 9859 South 168th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68136. 3. The Registered Agent and office of the limited liability company is Andrew C. Sigerson, P.C., L.L.O. at 9859 South 168th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68136. 4. The purpose for which the company is organized is to engage in any and all business which is lawful under the Uniform Limited Liability Company Act of the State of Nebraska. 5. The company commenced its existence on October 22, 2019, and the period of duration of the Company shall be perpetual. 6. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by its Members in accordance with the company’s operating agreement. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BA REAL ESTATE, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that BA Real Estate, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 4220 South 52nd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68117. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020

DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF SWJKM, LLC Notice is hereby given that the Articles of Organization of SWJKM, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been amended to reflect its designated office as 6905 N. 97th Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68122 and its registered agent as DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Articles of Organization have been restated in its entirety by way of an Amended and Restated Certificate of Organization. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 21, 2020. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 WALENTINE O'TOOLE, Attorneys 11240 Davenport Street P.O. Box 540125 Omaha, Nebraska 68154-0125 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION NEXT LIFE AKSARBEN, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has formed a corporation organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: 1. The name of the corporation is NEXT LIFE AKSARBEN, INC. 2. The corporation shall have the authority to issue 10,000 shares of common stock. 3. The address of the initial registered office is 11240 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68154, and the initial registered agent at that office is Michael F. Kivett. 4. The name and address of the incorporator is Michael F. Kivett, 11240 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68154. Michael F. Kivett, Incorporator First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 CAMERON M. RIECKE, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF GOOD LIFE SMILES, P.C. Notice is hereby given that a professional corporation has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the corporation is Good Life Smiles, P.C. The corporation is authorized to issue 1,000 shares of common stock. The street address of the corporation is 1742 N. 175th Plz., Omaha, NE 68118. The name and street address of the corporation’s initial registered agent and office is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and address of the incorporator is Dr. Peter Harbert, DDS, MSD, 1742 N. 175th Plz., Omaha, Nebraska 68118. Dr. Peter Harbert, DDS, MSD, Incorporator First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 BROWN & WOLFF, P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1925 North 120th Street, One Bennington Place Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF THE MSR GROUP, L.L.C. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of THE MSR GROUP, L.L.C. has been amended by revoking Section 1.1 in its entirety, and substituting the following: 1.1 Name. The Company shall be carried on under the name Worick Investments, L.L.C., a Nebraska limited liability company. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the Company is 1121 North 102 Court, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The registered agent for the service of process is Paul M. Brown at 1925 North 120th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. This Amendment was filed on the 14th day of February, 2020. THE MSR GROUP, L.L.C. By: Richard R.Worick, Jr., Member First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Sekafi Investments, L.L.C. (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the Company is 810 S. 59th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. The registered agent of the Company is Chinnapat Wirachakul, 810 S. 59th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. The Company was formed on February 26, 2020. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF CONVERSION OF THE MAIDS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND ORGANIZATION OF THE MAIDS INTERNATIONAL, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that The Maids International, Inc. has been converted into The Maids International, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the company is 9394 W. Dodge Road, Suite 140, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, 68114. The Registered Office of the company is 233 South 13th Street, Suite 1900, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. The Registered Agent is Daniel J. Bishop at 9394 W. Dodge Road, Suite 140, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, 68114. The conversion of the corporation into the limited liability company was accomplished by the filing of Articles of Conversion and Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 27, 2020. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF CONVERSION OF TMI COMPANY STORE HOLDING CORP. AND ORGANIZATION OF TMI COMPANY STORE HOLDING, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that The TMI Company Store Holding Corp. has been converted into TMI Company Store Holding, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office of the company is 9394 W. Dodge Road, Suite 140, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, 68114. The Registered Office of the company is 233 South 13th Street, Suite 1900, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508. The Registered Agent is Daniel J. Bishop at 9394 W. Dodge Road, Suite 140, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, 68114. The conversion of the corporation into the limited liability company was accomplished by the filing of Articles of Conversion and Certificate of Organization with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 27, 2020. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PERCIPIO KP HOLDINGS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Percipio KP Holdings, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 4924 Center Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Daniel Welch, 1299 Farnam Street, Suite 1220, Omaha, Nebraska 68102. The Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 28, 2020. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF KUBAT BROS., INC. 1. The name of the Corporation is Kubat Bros., Inc. 2. The Corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 Common Shares having a par value of $1.00. 3. The Registered Office of the Corporation is: 1299 Farnam Street, Suite 1220, Omaha, Nebraska 68102, and the Registered Agent at such address is Daniel Welch. 4. The corporate existence began on February 27, 2020, when Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State. 5. The name and address of the Incorporator is: Daniel Welch, 1299 Farnam Street, Suite 1220, Omaha, Nebraska 68102. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF FAB WEST SHORES, LLC The name of the Company is FAB West Shores, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 February 27, 2020. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF K2 CONSULTING, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that K2 Consulting, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 19017 Ohio Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

Midlands Business Journal • MARCH 13, 2020 • LEGAL NOTICES DENNIS P. LEE, Attorney LEE LAW OFFICE 2433 South 130th Circle, Suite 300 P.O. Box 45947 Omaha, Nebraska 68145 NOTICE OF SUIT TO: CASSANDRA L. BOX, 4223 N. 40th St, Omaha NE 68111, you are hereby notified that on January 13, 2020, Credit Acceptance Corp. filed a suit against you in the Douglas County Court at docket CI20-717, the object in prayer of which was to secure a judgment against you in the amount of $5,657.91, together with court costs, interest and attorney's fees as allowed by law. Unless you file your Answer with the Douglas County Court on or before the 13th day of April, 2020, the Petition against you will be considered as true and judgment will be entered against you accordingly. First publication February 21, 2020, final March 13, 2020 SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney MOYLAN LAW, LLC 1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF MALLARD REMODELING, INC. Notice is hereby given that MALLARD REMODELING, INC., a Nebraska Corporation, is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial registered agent Sean D. Moylan and registered office at 1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The purpose for which MALLARD REMODELING, INC. has been established is to engage in the remodeling business, and any and all lawful businesses for which a corporation may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. Perpetual existence commenced on December 4, 2019. Management of the company shall be vested in its Board of Directors. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 CAMERON M. RIECKE, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF HANK’S CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, 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 Hank’s Construction Services, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 25705 Blondo St., Waterloo, NE 68069. 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 February 24, 2020 and shall 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 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 RINGENBERG & RATTNER LAW 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT OF RINGENBERG & RATTNER LAW, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN the Certificate of Organization of Ringenberg & Rattner Law, LLC, a Nebraska professional limited liability company, has been amended to change the Designated Office address and the Registered Agent’s address to 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 25, 2020. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 DANIEL J. WATERS, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF BRM Farms, 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 BRM Farms, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 10232 North 185th Circle, Bennington, NE 68007. 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 to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on January 10, 2020 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 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 ALLAN M. ZIEBARTH, Attorney 1702 S. 10th Street, Suite 2 Omaha, Nebraska 68108 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF PRIBYL APPLIANCE PARTS, LLC All claims against the company must be forwarded to the company c/o JOHN F. PRIBYL, 1702 S. 10 St., Suite. 2, Omaha, NE 68108, and contain the name of the claimant, the nature and amount of the claim, and the address and a contact person for the claimant. A claim against the company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five years after the publication date of the third required notice. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

LEGACY DESIGN STRATEGIES 9859 South 168th Avenue Omaha, NE 68136 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Limited Liability Company is CAMO ENTERPRISES, LLC 2. The address of the designated office of the company is 2803 O Street, Auburn, NE 68305. 3. The Registered Agent and office of the limited liability company is Andrew Sigerson at 9859 South 168th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68136. 4. The purpose for which the company is organized is to engage in any and all business which is lawful under the Uniform Limited Liability Company Act of the State of Nebraska. 5. The company commenced its existence on May 6, 2019, and the period of duration of the Company shall be perpetual. 6. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by its Members in accordance with the company’s operating agreement. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION Corporate Name: The Carol A. Drake and Robert N. Troia Charitable Foundation Type of Corporation: Public Benefit Registered Agent: Erickson & Sederstrom P.C. a limited liability organization Registered Office: 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 Members: Corporation will not have Members Incorporator: Daniel I. Dittman, 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RMDX, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that RMDX, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 4910 Dodge Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68132 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 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF FEVR, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that FEVR, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 11272 Elm Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68144 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 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LAUREN'S SHOWTIME POPCORN LLC Notice is hereby given that LAUREN'S SHOWTIME POPCORN LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The address of the initial designated office of the company is 12100 W Center Rd., Ste. 112, Omaha, NE 68144. The agent for service of process for the Company is VW Agents LLC located at 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118-3122. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KJ TAX & ACCOUNTING, LLC Notice is hereby given that KJ Tax & Accounting, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at of 3304 S 107th Ave, Omaha, NE 68124. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws and its duration is perpetual commencing from January 6, 2020. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Kristianna M. Johnson. Its registered agent is Kristianna M. Johnson and her office is located at 3304 S 107th Ave, Omaha, NE 68124. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of Foundation for Affordable Housing Fund I GP, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been amended as follows: the limited liability company has changed its name to FAH Fund I GP, LLC. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 20, 2020. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020

JACOB A. ACERS, Attorney SMITH, GARDNER, SLUSKY, LAZER, POHREN & ROGERS, LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SKAN PROPERTIES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 20, 2020, Skan Properties, LLC was organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, with a designated office at 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 The Company’s initial agent for service of process is Jacob A. Acers, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 GOVIER, KATSKEE, SUING & MAXELL, PC, LLO 10404 Essex Court, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF BARNES TRUCKING, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Barnes Trucking, LLC has filed with the Secretary of State a Statement of Dissolution effective December 31, 2019. Jeffrey Barnes, 19267 Ames Circle, Elkhorn, NE 68022 as President of the LLC has been appointed by the members to wind up the affairs of the limited liability company and distribute the remaining assets after payment of liabilities, if any, to the members in accordance with their membership interest in the limited liability company. Any persons or entities must file a claim against the LLC by giving notice of same to Jeffrey Barnes, 19267 Ames Circle, Elkhorn, NE 68022 within five (5) years from the last published date of this Notice of Dissolution. By: Jeffrey Barnes, President First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of a Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given the registration with the Nebraska Secretary of state’s office of HDCD Construction, LLC under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows: The name of the company is HDCD Construction, LLC . Registered agent and office of HDCD Construction, LLC is Jose Luis Lopez at 3415 Augusta Avenue, Omaha, NE 68144. The designated address is 3415 Augusta Avenue, Omaha, NE 68144. Initial members: Jose Luis Lopez. General nature of the business is to transact any and all lawful business for which limited liability companies are allowed by statute. The LLC was organized on February 2020 for the perpetual duration and is managed by its members. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 JUDITH A. WELLS, Attorney 1603 Farnam Street Omaha, Nebraska 68102 LEGAL NOTICE In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR20-234 Estate of ROBERTO D. HUBBARD, Deceased Notice is hereby given that on the 21st day of February, 2020, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Registrar issued a written statement of Informal Probate of Will of said deceased and that, Carlos Hubbard, whose address is 3506 Meredith Circle, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska 68111, has been formally appointed via Will as Personal Representative of the Estate of Roberto D. Hubbard, decendent named herein. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 30, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before April 28, 2020 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 RUSSELL S. DAUB, Attorney 2800 South 110th Court, Suite 1 Omaha, Nebraska 68144-4818 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION Notice is hereby given of the incorporation under the laws of the State of Nebraska of PROAG BANKWARE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. The corporation shall engage in any lawful business for which a corporation may be formed under the Nebraska Business Corporation Act. Authorized capital is $10,000.00, to be fully paid and nonassessable on issue. Perpetual existence commenced February 18, 2020, when Articles were filed with the Secretary of State. Affairs are to be conducted by the Board of Directors and officers authorized by the Bylaws and the Board. The street address of the corporation's initial registered office is 19927 Logan Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68130-3718, and the name of the corporation's initial registered agent at that office is Raymond E. Garren. The name and street address of the incorporator is Raymond E. Garren, 19927 Logan Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68130-3718. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF NHH, Inc. NHH, Inc., a Nebraska corporation, has been dissolved pursuant to the Nebraska Model Business Corporation Act. The corporation has collected its assets, disposed of its properties which were not distributed in kind to its shareholders, discharged or made provision for the discharge of its liabilities, distributed its remaining property among its shareholders according to their interests, and done every other act necessary to wind up and liquidate its business and affairs. Neal H. Hawks, President of the corporation, was the person who was responsible for winding up and liquidating the business and affairs of the corporation. The corporation has no remaining assets or liabilities. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020

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LEGAL NOTICES KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WILLIAM PLACE, LLC The name of the Company is William Place, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 2125 South 114th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is: Adam Watson, 2125 South 114th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. This limited liability company commenced business on March 2, 2020. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of CE Surgical, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 14, 2020, CE Surgical, LLC was organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, with a designated office at 5931 North 166th Court, Omaha, NE 68116. The Company’s initial agent for service of process is Derek D. Durica, whose address is 5931 North 166th Court, Omaha, NE 68116. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SANJEL ENTERPRISES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Sanjel Enterprises, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (the “Company”), has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 16331 Wright Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68130 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 March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 DANA ROCHE, Attorney RINGENBERG & RATTNER LAW 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GOLDENROD AUGUSTA PLYMOUTH OPERATIONS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Goldenrod Augusta Plymouth Operations, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 10340 North 84th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68122. The Registered Agent of the Company is Zachary A. Wiegert, 10340 North 84th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68122. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 STEVEN G. RANUM, Attorney C R O K E R , H U C K , K A S H E R , D E W I T T, A N D E R S O N & GONDERINGER, L.L.C. 2120 S. 72ND STREET, SUITE 1200 OMAHA, NEBRASKA 68124 NOTICE OFAMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION Please take notice that the Certificate of Organization for DigiTechIQ LLC has been amended to state a change to the members of the company. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 CAMERON M. RIECKE, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION FOR DORAN-OHLMANN INVESTMENTS, LLC Notice is hereby given that the Amended Certificate of Organization of Doran-Ohlmann Investments, LLC. were adopted on February 28, 2020 to restate the original Certificate of Organization originally adopted on March 26, 2007. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 SCOTT A. MEYERSON, Esq. LIKES MEYERSON HATCH LLC 444 Regency Parkway Dr., #100 Omaha, NE 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BEST SHARE NOW, LLC Notice is hereby given that Best Shared Now, 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 220 South 216th Circle, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial agent for service of process is 220 South 216th Circle, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022 and the Company’s initial agent for service of process at such address is John Matthews. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SNACK ATTACK VENDING CO LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that SNACK ATTACK VENDING CO LLC (the company) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 2405 Royal Wood Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The Registered Agent of the Company is Shirley Harrel, 2405 Royal Wood Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Limited Liability Company is WANNABEE’S VINTAGE, LLC 2. The address of the designated office of the company is 5036 Lake Street, Omaha, NE 68104. 3. The Registered Agent and office of the limited liability company is Colin Kastrick at 9859 South 168th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68136. 4. The purpose for which the company is organized is to engage in any and all business which is lawful under the Uniform Limited Liability Company Act of the State of Nebraska. 5. The company commenced its existence on October 21, 2019, and the period of duration of the Company shall be perpetual. 6. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by its Members in accordance with the company’s operating agreement. Colin Kastrick First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020

JOHN Q. BACHMAN, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 N O T I C E O F A M E N D M E N T T O T H E A RT I C L E S O F INCORPORATION OF URBAN ROOTS, INC. Notice is hereby given that the Articles of Incorporation of Urban Roots, Inc. (the “Corporation”) have been amended in the following respects: Article I of the Articles of Incorporation of the Corporation is hereby amended so that, as amended, said Article shall provide as follows: ARTICLE I NAME The name of the Corporation shall be Urban Roots Nursery, Inc. The Articles of Amendment were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 2, 2020. In all other respects, the Articles of Incorporation remain unchanged. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Limited Liability Company is HERMAN APARTMENTS, LLC 2. The address of the designated office of the company is 105 West 5th Street, Herman, NE 68029. 3. The Registered Agent and office of the limited liability company is Jeannie Beck at 9291 De Soto Lane, Blair, NE 68008. 4. The purpose for which the company is organized is to engage in any and all business which is lawful under the Uniform Limited Liability Company Act of the State of Nebraska. 5. The company commenced its existence on October 7, 2019, and the period of duration of the Company shall be perpetual. 6. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by its Members in accordance with the company’s operating agreement. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020

GEORGE T. BABCOCK, Attorney LAW OFFICES OF EVELYN N. BABCOCK 16264 Rolling Ridge Road Omaha, Nebraska 68135 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF FLY LOW LLC Notice is hereby given that FLY LOW LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, filed a Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 28, 2020. Persons with claims against the company must present them in writing to George T. Babcock, Attorney. Such claim must specify the nature of the claim, the amount of the claim and the name and address of the claimant. Any claim against the company will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce the claim is commenced within five (5) years after the date of the third required publication of this notice. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Limited Liability Company is NEBRASKA STREET APARTMENTS, LLC 2. The address of the designated office of the company is 1229 Nebraska Street, Blair, NE 68008. 3. The Registered Agent and office of the limited liability company is Jeannie Beck at 9291 De Soto Lane, Blair, NE 68008. 4. The purpose for which the company is organized is to engage in any and all business which is lawful under the Uniform Limited Liability Company Act of the State of Nebraska. 5. The company commenced its existence on October 7, 2019, and the period of duration of the Company shall be perpetual. 6. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by its Members in accordance with the company’s operating agreement. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020

LEGACY DESIGN STRATEGIES 9859 South 168th Avenue Omaha, NE 68136 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Limited Liability Company is INVEST 4 U, LLC 2. The address of the designated office of the company is 2803 O Street, Auburn, NE 68305. 3. The Registered Agent and office of the limited liability company is Andrew Sigerson at 9859 South 168th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68136. 4. The purpose for which the company is organized is to engage in any and all business which is lawful under the Uniform Limited Liability Company Act of the State of Nebraska. 5. The company commenced its existence on May 6, 2019, and the period of duration of the Company shall be perpetual. 6. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by its Members in accordance with the company’s operating agreement. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Joe Evans Real Estate, 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 331 Village Pointe Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are M. Tyler Johnson, Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The company is organized to render the professional service of marketing and selling real estate requiring licensure under the Nebraska Real Estate License Act. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Real Estate Entourage, 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 331 Village Pointe Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska 68118. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are M. Tyler Johnson, Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The company is organized to render the professional service of marketing and selling real estate requiring licensure under the Nebraska Real Estate License Act. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 RUSSELL S. DAUB, Attorney 2800 South 110th Court, Suite 1 Omaha, Nebraska 68144-4818 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION FOR GARREN TECHNOLOGIES GLOBAL, LLC Notice is hereby given that a Company has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The name of the Company is GARREN TECHNOLOGIES GLOBAL, LLC. The address of the Initial Designated Office is 19927 Logan Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68130-3718. The address of the registered office is 19927 Logan Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68130-3718 and the name of the company’s initial registered agent is RAYMOND E. GARREN. The Company shall engage in any lawful business for which a Company may be formed under the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act. The Company commenced business on January 13, 2020, and its duration shall be perpetual. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by its Members. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020

LEGACY DESIGN STRATEGIES 9859 South 168th Avenue Omaha, NE 68136 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION 1. The name of the Limited Liability Company is YANNI ENTERPRISES, LLC 2. The address of the designated office of the company is 2803 O Street, Auburn, NE 68305. 3. The Registered Agent and office of the limited liability company is Andrew Sigerson at 9859 South 168th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68136. 4. The purpose for which the company is organized is to engage in any and all business which is lawful under the Uniform Limited Liability Company Act of the State of Nebraska. 5. The company commenced its existence on May 6, 2019, and the period of duration of the Company shall be perpetual. 6. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by its Members in accordance with the company’s operating agreement. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 ROBERT J. KMIECIK, Attorney STINSON LLP 1299 Farnam Street, Suite 1500 Omaha, Nebraska 68102-1818 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF Milan Laser Detroit Novi, LLC Notice is hereby given that a Nebraska limited liability company named Milan Laser Detroit Novi, 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 Capitol Corporate Services, Inc., 1125 S. 103rd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 DVORAK LAW GROUP LLC 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF MEET THE NEED SIOUXLAND, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Meet The Need Siouxland, Inc. (the “Corporation”) has been incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Corporation is a public benefit corporation and shall have no members. Its initial registered agent and office is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The incorporator is Thomas Langan, 9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The corporate existence began on November 21, 2019 when the Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020

Midlands Business Journal • MARCH 13, 2020 • LEGAL NOTICES WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION ZD Construction, Inc., whose registered agent is Zachariah Desormeaux and registered office is 3347 S. 126th Ave, Omaha, Nebraska 68144, was formed on February 19, 2020 to engage in any lawful business. The corporation has authorized 10,000 shares of capital stock. The name and address of the incorporator is Chantelle R. Hope, 7602 Pacific St., Ste. 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. Chantelle R. Hope, Incorporator First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Inventive Control, L.L.C. (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the Company is 9229 Redman Ave, Omaha, Nebraska 68134. The registered agent of the Company is Thomas E. Whitmore, 7602 Pacific Street, Ste. 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company was formed on February 24, 2020. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 CHARLES E. DORWART, Attorney MASSIH LAW, LLC 226 N. 114th Street Omaha, NE 68154 LEGAL NOTICE In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR20-10 Estate of Edward J. Kilton Deceased Notice is hereby given that on January 6th, 2020, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the Registrar issued a written statement of Informal Probate of the testacy of said Decedent and that Theresa Mikkelson, of 5439 South 51st Avenue, Omaha, NE 68117 was informally appointed by the Registrar as Personal Representative of the Estate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 30, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before April 28, 2020 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Executive Wealth Strategies, 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 9802 Nicholas Street, Suite 375, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Thomas J. Malicki, Abrahams Kaslow & Cassman LLP, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF TESTAROSSA TESTING, LLC The name of the Company is Testarossa Testing, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 February 21, 2020. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF SCOTT ROAD PROPERTIES, LLC The name of the Company is Scott Road Properties, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 February 21, 2020. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 CAMERON M. RIECKE, Attorney LAMSON, DUGAN and MURRAY, LLP 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3743 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION FOR CUSTOM COOLING AND HEATING, INC. Notice is hereby given that the Articles of Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of Custom Cooling and Heating, Inc. were adopted on February 28, 2020, to decrease the amount of authorized shares to 600. LDM Business Services, Inc., Organizer First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

BREASCH ACCOUNTING INC. 4879 S 132nd Avenue Omaha, NE 68137 CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF BILLY GLAZE ENTERPRISES LLC A NEBRASKA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 1. The name of the limited liability company is BILLY GLAZE ENTERPRISES LLC 2. The period of duration for BILLY GLAZE ENTERPRISES LLC is perpetual. 3. BILLY GLAZE 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 BILLY GLAZE ENTERPRISES LLC in Nebraska is 2404 S 60th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. 5. The name and address of the registered agent for BILLY GLAZE ENTERPRISES LLC in Nebraska is Cindy Breasch, 4879 S 132nd Ave, Omaha NE 68137. 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. Geoffrey Harrison, organizer(s) of BILLY GLAZE ENTERPRISES LLC has signed the Foregoing Certificate of Organization effective this 21st day of February 2020. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 DENNIS P. LEE, Attorney LEE LAW OFFICE 2433 South 130th Circle, Suite 300 P.O. Box 45947 Omaha, Nebraska 68145 NOTICE OF SUIT TO: CHERE A. RICE, 3912 North 110th Plaza #1, Omaha NE 68164, you are hereby notified that on January 22, 2020, Ford Motor Credit Company, LLC filed a suit against you in the Douglas County Court at docket CI20-1534, the object in prayer of which was to secure a judgment against you in the amount of $5,169.09, together with court costs, interest and attorney's fees as allowed by law. Unless you file your Answer with the Douglas County Court on or before the 27th day of April, 2020, the Petition against you will be considered as true and judgment will be entered against you accordingly. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 27, 2020 DENNIS P. LEE, Attorney LEE LAW OFFICE 2433 South 130th Circle, Suite 300 P.O. Box 45947 Omaha, Nebraska 68145 NOTICE OF SUIT TO: JOSE RODRIGUEZ, 2007 Castelar St., Omaha NE 68108, you are hereby notified that on December 19, 2019, American Family Mutual Ins. filed a suit against you in the Douglas County Court at docket CI19-27702, the object in prayer of which was to secure a judgment against you in the amount of $3,200.00, together with court costs, interest and attorney's fees as allowed by law. Unless you file your Answer with the Douglas County Court on or before the 27th day of April, 2020, the Petition against you will be considered as true and judgment will be entered against you accordingly. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 27, 2020 DENNIS P. LEE, Attorney LEE LAW OFFICE 2433 South 130th Circle, Suite 300 P.O. Box 45947 Omaha, Nebraska 68145 NOTICE OF SUIT TO: JUSTIN J. JOHNSON, 2723 Q Street, Omaha NE 68107, you are hereby notified that on January 30, 2020, American Family Insurance Company filed a suit against you in the Douglas County Court at docket CI20-2253, the object in prayer of which was to secure a judgment against you in the amount of $3,624.48, together with court costs, interest and attorney's fees as allowed by law. Unless you file your Answer with the Douglas County Court on or before the 27th day of April, 2020, the Petition against you will be considered as true and judgment will be entered against you accordingly. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 27, 2020 ALLAN M. ZIEBARTH, Attorney 1702 South 10 Street, Suite 2 Omaha, Nebraska 68108 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF HAIYAN FLOWERS, LLC Designated Office: 1702 S. 10 St., Suite 2, Omaha, NE 68108 Initial Agent/Address For Service: Allan M. Ziebarth/1702 S. 10 St., Suite 2, Omaha, NE 68108 First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 ROBERT J. KMIECIK, Attorney STINSON LLP 1299 Farnam Street, Suite 1500 Omaha, Nebraska 68102-1818 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF Milan Laser Detroit Sterling Heights, LLC Notice is hereby given that a Nebraska limited liability company named Milan Laser Detroit Sterling Heights, 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 Capitol Corporate Services, Inc., 1125 S. 103rd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of Terrie L. Larkowski, CPA, LLC Notice is hereby given that Terrie L. Larkowski, CPA, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the state of Nebraska pursuant to the Limited Liability Company Act, with its initial designated office at 1705 North 107th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Terrie L. Larkowski, 1705 North 107th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company is organized for the purpose of providing public accounting services and all members shall be licensed to provide public accounting services in the State of Nebraska. Terrie L. Larkowski, CPA, Member First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF iphy, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that iphy, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14613 leeman street, Bennington, NE. 68007. The Registered Agent of the company is Ifeanyi Onubogu., 14613 leeman street, Bennington , Nebraska . 68007 First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION of Management House, LLC Notice is hereby given that Management House, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 2210 Wirt Street, Omaha, NE 68110. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Kyle N. Keith, 2210 Wirt Street, Omaha, NE, 68110 First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION Notice is hereby given that Indian Creek Reserve – Villas Owners Association, Inc. has been incorporated under the laws of the state of Nebraska. Its initial principal registered office is located at 14922 A Circle, Omaha, Nebraska, 68144. Its initial registered office agent is Jana Faller. The general nature of its business is to provide for the maintenance, preservation and architectural control of the improvements and common areas within the Indian Creek Reserve subdivision, a residential subdivision in Douglas County, Nebraska. The corporation is a perpetual mutual benefit corporation and shall have members. The Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on February 24, 2020. Its affairs shall be conducted by a Board of Directors, President, Secretary and Treasurer as may be prescribed by the bylaws, or appointed by the Board of Directors. Its two incorporators are Jana Faller & Steve Faller whose address is 22809 Hansen Avenue, Elkhorn, NE, 68022. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 BENJAMIN E. MAXELL, Attorney GOVIER, KATSKEE, SUING & MAXELL, PC, LLO 10404 Essex Court, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ICON HOMES, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has formed a limited liability company under the Nebraska Limited Liability Company Act, as follows: The name of the company is Icon Homes, LLC. The address of the designated office is 2112 S. 212th Street, Elkhorn, Nebraska, 68022 and the initial registered agent is Benjamin E. Maxell, 10404 Essex Court, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The company is organized to engage in and do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business, other than banking and insurance, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of Nebraska. The limited liability company commenced existence on the filing and recording of its Certificate of Organization with the Secretary of State on February 28, 2020, and shall have a perpetual period of duration from the date the Certificate of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State. Management of the Company shall be vested in an initial board of two managers who shall serve until successors are appointed or elected. Benjamin E. Maxell, Registered Agent First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 ALLAN M. ZIEBARTH, Attorney 1702 South 10 Street, Suite 2 Omaha, Nebraska 68108 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CFLEX TILE & STONE, LLC Designated Office: 1702 S. 10 St., Suite 2, Omaha, NE 68108 Initial Agent/Address For Service: Allan M. Ziebarth/1702 S. 10 St., Suite 2, Omaha, NE 68108 First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 STEVEN W. DOWDING, Attorney DOWDING, DOWDING, DOWDING & URBOM 2121 N. Webb Rd., Suite 210 P.O. Box 5315 Grand Island, NE 68802-5315 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Notice is hereby given of the organization of E.B. SHADOW LAKE, LLC. The registered office of the limited liability company is 14514 Nelsons Creek Drive, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The name and address of the limited liability company’s registered agent is Andrew Meier, 3536 South Locust, Grand Island, Nebraska 68801. The limited liability company is organized to engage in and to do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business, other than banking or insurance, for which a limited liability may be organized under the laws of Nebraska. The limited liability company commenced business on February 19, 2020 and shall have perpetual existence. The business of the limited liability company is conducted by its members, Andrew Meier and James A. Burrow, III. Dated March 3, 2020 First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020

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LEGAL NOTICES KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CHEESEBURGER’S OMAHA, LLC The name of the Company is Cheeseburger’s Omaha, LLC. The Designated Office of the Company is: 1108 South 84th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. 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 March 6, 2020. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Kris of All Trades, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its initial designated office at 2507 S 148th Ave Circle, Omaha, NE 68144. Its initial agent for service of process of the Company is Kristopher Norman, 2507 S 148th Ave Circle, Omaha, NE 68144. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 MAUL & BODLAK, L.L.P. P.O. Box 490 Pender, NE 68047 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CRDP, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that CRDP, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, is organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office at 6021 No. 163st, Omaha, Nebraska 68116, and registered agent, Charles C. Plummer, 6021 No. 163st, Omaha, Nebraska 68116. The general nature of its business is to engage in and to do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business, other than banking, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of Nebraska and for all other purposes authorized by law, to the same extent as natural persons might or could do. The limited liability company was formed on February 24th, 2020, and its existence shall be perpetual. Its affairs shall be conducted by the member pursuant to an Operating Agreement duly adopted by the Company. CRDP, LLC By: Charles C. Plummer, Member First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION 134EC, LLC (the “Company”), a Nebraska limited liability company, has been dissolved. Persons having claims against the Company shall present them in writing, with the details of any such claim, to NHH Air, LLC, at 2201 Long Prairie Road, Suite 107-351, Flower Mound, TX 75022. A claim against the Company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five years after the third publication of this notice. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that CarMel Chic, L.L.C. (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the Company is 9002 N. 169th Ave, Bennington, Nebraska 68007. The registered agent of the Company is Carissa Helton, 9002 N. 169th Ave, Bennington, Nebraska 68007. The Company was formed on March 5, 2020. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: SOS Car Scan Name of Applicant: Inter-Linguas, LLC Address: 6309 Lafayette Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68132 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: Upon filing General nature of business: Automobile computer scanning and repairs JOSS DEMONTJOYE Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative March 13, 2020 ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: EZ PC & Network Name of Applicant: Inter-Linguas, LLC Address: 6309 Lafayette Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68132 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: Upon filing General nature of business: computer installation and networking JOSS DEMONTJOYE Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative March 13, 2020

DANA ROCHE, Attorney RINGENBERG & RATTNER LAW 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF GOLDENROD FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Goldenrod Financial Services, Inc. (the “Corporation”) has been incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Corporation shall have authority to issue is 10,000 shares, having a par value of $1.00 each, all of which shall be common stock. The street address of the initial registered office of the Corporation is 10340 North 84th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68122, and the name of its initial registered agent at such address is Zachary A. Wiegert. The name and street address of the incorporator of the Corporation is Jennifer L. Rattner, 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 6, 2020, final March 20, 2020 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Forever Yesterday Exchange, L.L.C. (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the Company is 14736 Grover Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The registered agent of the Company is Patrick Kinchler, 14736 Grover Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The Company was formed on February 27, 2020. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 WHITMORE LAW OFFICE LLC 7602 Pacific Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice is hereby given that Bluebird Affordable Living, L.L.C. (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the Company is 13906 Gold Circle, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The registered agent of the Company is Angela Driscoll, 13906 Gold Circle, Suite 200, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The Company was formed on March 6, 2020. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 MARY E. VANDENACK, Attorney VANDENACK WEAVER LLC 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3 Omaha, Nebraska 68118 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 5408 S. 80TH ST., LLC Notice is hereby given that 5408 S. 80TH ST., LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The address of the initial designated office of the company is 11240 Davenport Street, PO Box 540125, Omaha, NE 68154-0125. The agent for service of process for the Company is VW Agents LLC located at 17007 Marcy Street, Suite 3, Omaha, NE 68118-3121. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF CRZ HOLDCO, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that CRZ Holdco, Inc., a Nebraska corporation (“Corporation”), has filed Articles of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on December 20, 2019, and the Corporation is in the process of voluntary dissolution. The terms and conditions of such dissolution are, in general, that all debts and obligations of the Corporation are to be fully paid and satisfied or adequate provision is to be made therefore. The President of the Corporation will wind up and liquidate the Corporation’s business and affairs. The Corporation has no assets or liabilities as of the date hereof. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF OELS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of OELS, LLC has been amended and restated. The designated office of the limited liability company is 9845 South 142nd Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68138. 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 Amended and Restated Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 4, 2020. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 KOLEY JESSEN P.C., L.L.O., Attorneys 1125 South 103rd Street, Suite 800, One Pacific Place Omaha, Nebraska 68124-1079 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF MACALLAN HOLDINGS, INC. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Macallan Holdings, Inc., a Nebraska corporation (“Corporation”), has filed Articles of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State on March 4, 2020, effective March 5, 2020, and the Corporation is in the process of voluntary dissolution. The terms and conditions of such dissolution are, in general, that all debts and obligations of the Corporation are to be fully paid and satisfied or adequate provision is to be made therefore. Colin Bishop, President of the Corporation, will wind up and liquidate the Corporation’s business and affairs. The Corporation has no assets or liabilities as of the date hereof. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020

JACOB A. ACERS, Attorney SMITH, GARDNER, SLUSKY, LAZER, POHREN & ROGERS, LLP 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WINTERHOLD INVESTMENTS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 11, 2020, Winterhold Investments, LLC was organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, with a designated office at 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 The Company’s initial agent for service of process is Jacob A. Acers, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 400, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication February 28, 2020, final March 13, 2020 SUSAN J. SPAHN, Attorney FITZGERALD, SCHORR, BARMETTLER & BRENNAN, P.C., L.L.O. 10050 Regency Circle, 200 Regency One Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3794 LEGAL NOTICE In the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska. PR20-353 Estate of Robert R. Terrell, Deceased Notice is hereby given that on March 10, 2020, in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, Rachel Terrell, whose address is 6551 A Pinehurst Drive, Fort Drum, NY 13603, was informally appointed by the Registrar as Personal Representative of the estate. Creditors of this estate must file their claims with this Court, located at Courtroom No. 30, Third Floor, Probate Division, Douglas County Hall of Justice, 17th & Farnam Streets, Omaha, NE 68183, on or before May 13, 2020 or be forever barred. CARROL L. MILLS Registrar First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 DANA ROCHE, Attorney RINGENBERG & RATTNER LAW 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MILLWORK PARCEL 8 APARTMENTS, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Millwork Parcel 8 Apartments, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 5110 Mayberry Street, Suite 122, Omaha, Nebraska 68106. The Registered Agent of the Company is Ringenberg & Rattner Law, LLC, 14301 FNB Parkway, Suite 204, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 NOTICE OF CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF BIG “O” OUTDOORS & LIVING, LLC A Nebraska Limited Liability Company Notice is hereby given that BIG “O” OUTDOORS & LIVING, 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 2518 Gindy Drive Bellevue NE 68147. The name and address of the registered agent is AF Bookkeeping Services, Inc, 11811 I Street, STE 204, Omaha, NE 68137. The Certificate of Organization was filed with the State of Nebraska on March 5, 2020. Tanner C. Fiedler Organizer First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 BENJAMIN J. PICK, Attorney PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BACHMAN LLP 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114-3728 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF EVOLUTION DATING, LLC Notice is hereby given of the organization of Evolution Dating, LLC: 1. The name of the limited liability company is Evolution Dating, LLC; and 2. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office is 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114, and the name and street address of the initial agent for service of process is Benjamin J. Pick, 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 13330 California Street, Suite 200 Omaha, Nebraska 68154 NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BTWM, LLC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that BTWM, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska on March 5, 2020 (the “Company”). The Company has designated its registered agent as Robert F. Greco, with registered office at 5065 Frances Street, Omaha, NE 68106. The Company’s initial designated office is at 5065 Frances Street, Omaha, NE 68106. The Company shall be governed by one or more managers. The general nature of business is any lawful purpose. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NHH Hold, LLC (the “Company”), a Nebraska limited liability company, has been dissolved. Persons having claims against the Company shall present them in writing, with the details of any such claim, to NHH, Inc., at 2201 Long Prairie Road, Suite 107-351, Flower Mound, TX 75022. A claim against the Company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five years after the third publication of this notice. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020

Midlands Business Journal • MARCH 13, 2020 • LEGAL NOTICES STATE OF NEBRASKA PAROLE BOARD HEARINGS NOTICE A total of 150 cases will be heard by the Board in March, 2020. The following case(s) sentenced in Douglas County will be seen by the Board of Parole. March 18, 2020 – 8:30 a.m. Community Correctional Center - Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska Gallagher, Glen 75921 Forgery 1st Degree (2 counts), Theft by Deception Wiyual, Keet 83962 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug, Robbery Eschliman, Nathan 85455 Escape Foster, Kendall 98887 Robbery Bonsell, Amanda 99824 Assault 1st Degree, Domestic Assault, Tampering Davis, Nenzingha 392155 Theft by Shoplifting Gee, Brandon 87232 Domestic Assault, Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/ Fug March 20, 2020 – 8:30 a.m. Omaha Correctional Center, Omaha, Nebraska Johnson, Paul 43748 Robbery (4 counts), Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop Jones, Alexis 64188 Robbery (2 counts), Use Deadly Weap to Commit Fel Garcia, Gabriel 89944 Pos Cntrl Sub Except Marijuana (2 counts), Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop March 23, 2020 – 8:30 a.m. Nebraska State Penitentiary, Lincoln, Nebraska Kingery, Patrick 78522 Sexual Assault 1st Degree Williams, Quintin 78572 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug Jaimes, Alex 84739 Burglary (4 counts) Lamkins, Daniel 87200 Burglary, Pos Cntrl Sub Except Marijuana, Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop Krasa, Gage 87695 Burglary Gregory, Bryant 88383 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I, Terroristic Threats March 25, 2020 – 9:30 a.m. Nebraska Correctional Center for Women, York, Nebraska Guevara, Gabriella 99333 Accessory to a Felony English, Shelby 392051 Poss/Receive Stolen Firearm, Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop March 26, 2020 – 8:30 a.m. Community Correctional Center - Omaha, Omaha, Nebraska Gresham, Darrielle 66501 Murder 2nd Degree, Possession of Defaced Firearm, Use Deadly Weap to Commit Fel Horstman, Seth 71157 Accessory to a Felony, Operate Motor Veh/ Avoid Arrest, Robbery (3 counts), Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop Brown, Jamhal 83044 Aslt Peac Ofcr/DCS Emp 3rd Dgr, Domestic Assault, Use Deadly Weap to Commit Fel Loftis, Greg 85308 Theft by Deception (2 counts) Doane, Justin 85878 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I Sherman, Jumeez 88636 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I (2 counts) Ellis, Eugene 89429 Assault 3rd Degree, Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug March 27, 2020 – 8:30 a.m. Community Correctional Center - Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska Jackson, Dandre 74710 Robbery, Use Deadly Weap to Commit Fel Helms, Cory 83127 Assault 1st Degree McWilliams, Christopher 86781 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I (2 counts) Latham, Adrian 87578 Criminal Mischief, Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop Oliver, Zavier 89495 Assault 2nd Degree Turrentine-Sims, Dinah 97391 Theft by Deception (2 counts),Vulnerable Adult Abuse (2 counts) Webster, Margo 99427 Theft by Deception March 30, 2020 – 9:30 a.m. Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, Tecumseh, Nebraska Cortez, Sean 70012 Accessory to a Felony, Robbery (2 counts) Edwards, Shannon 77909 Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug, Poss/ Receive Stolen Firearm Carter, Kevin 80313 Robbery Little, James 84669 Burglary, Poss Deadly Weap by Felon/Fug March 31, 2020 – 8:30 a.m. Lincoln Correctional Center, Lincoln, Nebraska Hanson, Jacob 87756 Arson 1st Degree, Aslt Peac Ofcr/DCS Emp 2nd Dgr, Assault 2nd Degree Johnston, Gram 88180 Manu/Dist/Del/Disp or Poss W/I Bumgardner, Johnny 66786 Sexual Assault 1st Degree Sanchez-Fitl, Alexander 85425 Burglary (2 counts), Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop Tut, Immanuel 210318 Theft by Receiving Stolen Prop Walker, Chire 210734 Burglary ROSALYN COTTON, CHAIR NEBRASKA BOARD OF PAROLE March 13, 2020 ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Attorneys 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION NHH Air, LLC (the “Company”), a Nebraska limited liability company, has been dissolved. Persons having claims against the Company shall present them in writing, with the details of any such claim, to NHH, Inc., at 2201 Long Prairie Road, Suite 107-351, Flower Mound, TX 75022. A claim against the Company is barred unless an action to enforce the claim is commenced within five years after the third publication of this notice. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF Gill Contracting, LLC Notice is hereby given that Gill Contracting, LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at of 13621 Birchwood Ave Omaha, NE 68137. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws and its duration is perpetual commencing from February 6, 2020. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Melissa S Gill. Its registered agent is Melissa S Gill and her office is located at 13621 Birchwood Ave Omaha, NE 68137. First publication March 13, 2020, final March 27, 2020 ERICKSON l SEDERSTROM, P.C., Attorneys 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100 Omaha, Nebraska 68114 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: The Learning Curve Name of Applicant: Sanjel Enterprises, LLC Address: 16331 Wright Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68130 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: Upon filing General nature of business: Consulting BLAKE SCHNEIDERWIND Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative March 13, 2020 TAYLOR HERBERT, Attorney LI LAW OFFICE 2103 Franklin Drive Papillion, NE 68133 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: Nebraska Package Hub & Delivery Name of Applicant: Trout Logistics, LLC Address: 19714 Poppleton Ave Omaha NE 68130 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: New General nature of business: Logistics TOM TROUT Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative March 13, 2020 APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME Trade Name to be registered is: NEBRASKA ASSET PROTECTION GROUP Name of Applicant: LUNA INSURANCE SERVICES LLC Address: 810 JANESVIEW STREET, #18, PAPILLION, NE 68046 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: 2/1/2020 General nature of business: INSURANCE SERVICES COLIN KATRICK Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative March 13, 2020

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Getting to the bottom of indecision that could potentially upend a career by Liz Reyer

Q: I’m struggling with making decisions. Even on small matters, I freeze. I’ve been given several promotions but now my leadership is telling me to get this figured out. I know the stakes are high and even that’s not enough to help me work through it. What should I do? -Tonya, 43, SVP, innovation Workplace A: Focus on addressing the fear that is likely holding you back. Start by reflecting on the big picture of decisionmaking in your life. If you don’t have issues in your personal life, what’s different? Likewise, you may have been more decisive earlier in your career. This isn’t uncommon: Your ability to take action may have been part of the impetus for your rise in the organization. When you think about it, it’s not that surprising. In more junior roles, you are close to the work with detailed knowledge about your topic. As you move up, you become responsible for guiding tasks you may never have performed yourself. You need to trust others and make judgment calls without as much direct data. Consider what you are actually afraid of. With a small decision — approving an e-mail or a small expense — the risk is objectively low. So what’s the worst thing that could happen if you make a bad decision? Simple. You may have to accept that you were wrong. Sound trivial? For many of us, it can be a hard thing to accept. In fact, it can trigger a debilitating case of impostor syndrome. You know you have this if you secretly question whether you actually deserve the position you hold. Notice your phrase, “I’ve been given promotions.” These aren’t the words of someone who truly believes they have earned their increased status in the organization. The instinct then is to hide within your comfort zone. It’s easier to stall on decisions than to expose yourself to error. This is not sustainable, as you know. Decide whether you want to remain in an executive role and, if so, what actions you will take. Commit to addressing your deficit. Given the high stakes and the entrenched behavior, I suggest giving serious consideration to finding a coach who can work with you on this. Enlist support from your leadership. They clearly value you, so find ways to tap into them for additional feedback and/or mentoring. Ask your team to nudge you if you are dragging your heels on a decision they need. Then be receptive to their reminders. Don’t try to go from stalling to snap decisions. Determine a good decision style that incorporates deliberation without delay. Calibrate the information gathering you do to the importance of the decision. Finally, challenge the negative beliefs that are undermining you. Focus on your strengths and accomplishments and let them anchor you as you build your decision-making skills. ©2020 Star Tribune (Minneapolis) Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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REGIONAL LANDSCAPES

Briefs…

NP Dodge honored Brenda Flores with the Phil Dodge Award. NP Dodge also honored The Closed Volume winners, including: The Rensch Group (Top Mega Team and Company Overall, 108Dodge Office), The Boyer Young Group (Top Power Team, 204Dodge Office), Frontline Home Team (Top Partners, Sarpy Office), and Robin Philips (Top Individual, 148Dodge Office). The Closed Unit winners included The Rensch Group (Top Mega Team and Company Overall, 108 Dodge Office), Pogge Team (Top Power Team, 204Dodge), Frontline Home Team (Top Partners, Sarpy Office), and Jose Correa (Top Individual, 35Dodge Office). Jamie Schneider has been named the 2020 Armed Forces Insurance Offutt Air Force Base Spouse of the Year. Schneider is currently stationed with her husband, TSgt. Lance Schneider, at Offutt. Schneider is the American Heart Association’s regional (Midwest) vice president for communications and marketing. She is a member of the Bellevue Offutt Rising Professionals. She is also the president of the Offutt Enlisted Spouses Club, which now has its largest membership in its 65-year history, and previously served as the secretary, assistant treasurer and twice chaired the Winter Wonderland celebration for 800 enlisted service members and families. OpsCompass and Elsewhere Partners have closed $6.78 million in Series A funding for the multi-cloud governance and compliance company. The round was led by Elsewhere Partners with participation from Dundee Venture Capital, Invest Nebraska, M25, Nelnet, and Nebraska Angels. OpsCompass will use the investment to accelerate product development, scale goto-market capabilities, and take advantage of new trends and market demands. Pour Craft Beer & Spirits won the title of Best Craft Beer Bar in Nebraska by CraftBeer.com and the Brewer’s Association. The Brewer’s Association asks their readers to tell them about their favorite local beer bars and then creates the annual Great American Beer Bars list. Pour Craft Beer & Spirits tap list covers classic beers from across the world, as well as a local selection. They also feature world-class, award-winning cocktails, and a small but mighty wine selection. Pour Craft Beer & Spirits is located in Lincoln at 70th Street and Pioneers Boulevard. The Rebuild the Heartland Community Fund has awarded $450,000 in grants to long-term recovery groups and organizations across the state of Nebraska. These grants represent more than half of the funds raised by the Rebuild the Heartland Community Fund, which was established in partnership between First National Bank of Omaha and the Nebraska Community Foundation in response to the floods that impacted Nebraska, western Iowa and southeastern South Dakota in the spring and summer of 2019. Grants will be awarded from three funding categories: $300,000 in individual assistance grants; $125,000 in flood mitigation assistance; and $25,000 toward the establishment of the Midwest Housing Resource Network. Luma Services is celebrating its 10th anniversary as a boutique-consulting firm, matching talent with key corporate initiatives. Established in 2010, Luma is fully owned and operated by women. Over the past 10

years, Luma has helped Omaha and Lincoln businesses meet the ever-increasing need for highly qualified resources specializing in program/project management, business/systems analysis, organizational change management, quality assurance, and cybersecurity.

Health care notes…

Researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center are seeking children and adolescents for a study on the impact of oxytocin on irritability/emotional dysregulation in children and adolescents with disruptive behavior and mood disorders. Researchers plan to enroll 104 participants. Irritability is one of the most common reasons children and adolescents are referred for behavioral health care. The study uses a combination of brain imaging and oxytocin or placebo nasal spray to look for signals in brain areas that are responsible for irritability. The goal is to improve mood and behavior as well as study changes in the brain.

Education notes…

The Sarpy County Bar Association Fund, a designated fund of Midlands Community Foundation, is now accepting scholarship applications. The Sarpy County Bar Association Scholarship is available to graduating high school seniors or college students who have completed no more than three years, who are studying criminal justice, criminology, sociology, psychology or prelaw. The scholarship fund will distribute two, one-time $1,500 scholarships to the students. Applicants also must show financial need, exemplary community service and active volunteerism, maintain at GPA of 2.5 or above and be in the top 50% of their class. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2020. University of Nebraska President Ted Carter announced that the Teacher Education Department at the University of Nebraska at Omaha is the recipient of the 2020 University-wide Departmental Teaching Award. Honored departments are selected by a committee of faculty members from across the university system.

Activities of nonprofits…

Omaha Home for Boys has opened its new Crisis Stabilization Program, a shortterm program that provides immediate help to youth ages 12 to 18 who are in the midst of a crisis situation. The program provides therapy, support, housing and education and addresses the needs of the entire family unit. OHB’s new program serves as an alternative to placing youth in a detention center. While stabilization programs and shelters exist in the area, the need for such programs far outweighs the availability. The program provides opportunities to safely and therapeutically stabilize the family unit. Omaha’s Goodwill Industries, Inc. has presented the United Way of the Midlands with a check for $15,000. That money was donated by Goodwill retail customers during the Round It Up for United Way of the Midlands campaign. Goodwill designated the donation for the United Way’s Opportunity Youth initiative, a collective group that works to connect youth to basic-needs services, educational opportunities and employment prospects.

Arts and events…

Spielbound is hosting a free neighborhood-wide game comprised of a series of 10 puzzles across 10 retailers. This interactive Continued on next page.

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REGIONAL LANDSCAPES Continued from preceding page. event is happening for one weekend, March 20-22. All 10 participating retailers have different puzzles for participants to solve in their stores, and the mission is to successfully complete each one. Solve all 10 codes to be entered to win a Midtown Crossing prize package. Photographs do more than record images; they capture moments in history that can reveal justice and injustice. The Speaking Truths event on March 24 at The Durham Museum features a panel of six individuals from Creighton University and the Omaha community sharing their experiences recognizing and naming justice and injustice. Each panelist will choose a photograph from the

Pulitzer Prize Photographs exhibition that evokes their own story of engaging with injustice and seeking justice. A facilitated discussion will follow. Check in is at 5 p.m. with dinner and discussion at 6 p.m. On March 24 at the Relevant Center the West O Chamber will be putting on its very own talk show. Late Night with the West O Chamber is the annual awards banquet, but this year it’s changing the format making it a mixture of shows; Johnny Carson, Jimmy Fallon, Ellen, Conan O’Brien just to name a few. These shows and many more will be “borrowed” from. There will have surprise guests, a professional comedian, animals from Wildlife Encounters, a live band and more.

MEETINGS AND SEMINARS Tuesday, March 17 The Heartland Women’s Network is hosting its monthly luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Security National Bank, 1120 S. 101st Street. Beth Ostdiek Smith, Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue, will be speaking on how saving food helps the Omaha community. Saving Grace was started in 2013 to address food waste and hunger. Registration is available online. The Association of Information Technology Professionals is hosting its first meeting for 2020 with a tour at Holland Computer Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln at 5:30 p.m. The tour guides will be Garhan Attebuty, lead system administrator at the Holland Computer Center, and Tom Harvill, systems administrator at the Holland Computing Center.

Thursday, March 19 Kick off the beginning of spring with a glass of wine with PRSA Nebraska. The group is hosting PR Rosé with networking from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Corkscrew Wine and Cheese. Networking can grow and build relationships with colleagues, sprout your next creative idea and increase overall career support. Ticket prices include one drink and heavy appetizers at the event. The Greater Omaha Chamber is continuing its Small Business Series at Think Whole Person Healthcare from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. This session will explore how to improve employee engagement and performance by making work feel more like a healthy relationship for employees. The keynote speaker will be Jason Laurtisen. Lauritsen is an employee engagement and workplace culture expert.

2020

We are now accepting nominations! Deadline to submit: July 31, 2020 The 19th annual 40 Under 40 Awards will take place Nov. 20 at Embassy Suites La-Vista. Midlands Business Journal is currently seeking nominations for professionals in the Greater Omaha and Council Bluffs area under the age of 40 who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and career accomplishments. Our judges will seek out individuals that have made impacts within their organizations and our community. We want to hear about the entrepreneurs, executives and small business owners in your lives. Involvement in nonprofits and community organizations will show judges how much candidates care about the Greater Omaha area. Nominees must be under the age of 40 as of Dec. 31, 2020 for consideration and cannot nominate themselves. Bottom line, we want to honor young professionals that are making a difference. Visit MBJ.com to fill out the nomination form now!

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Patricia Keairnes was promoted to assistant vice president of accounting. Keairnes joined the company in 2019 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from the University of Nebraska—Lincoln, and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Nebraska Omaha. She holds the professional designations of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI).. HEALTH CARE Appointed

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Ed Mullen was appointed to senior vice president and chief financial officer. Mullen has been involved with the financial operations of Physicians Mutual for more than 25 years. He joined the company in 1994 in the corporate actuarial department, and for many years has served as vice president and appointed actuary. He most recently held the position of vice president, accounting and appointed actuary at the company. Mullen serves on the board of directors of New Castle Retirement Center in Omaha, and is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA). He holds a bachelor’s degree from Creighton University.

Physicians Mutual

Mark Lehman was appointed to vice president and appointed actuary of the corporate actuarial department. Lehman joined the company in 2001 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Lehman is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA), and is a member of American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA). He currently serves on the board of directors of the Nebraska/ Iowa Chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.

Assistance Vice President of Program Delivery, Agile Transformation Physicians Mutual

Thomas Hall was appointed to assistant vice president of program delivery and agile transformation. Thomas joined the company in 2011 and earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Nebraska Omaha, and a Master of Business Administration from Bellevue University. He is a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) from Scrum Alliance and earned a SAFe Agilist designation from Scaled Agile. Submit your company’s employee announcements to Spotlight@mbj.com

Veridian Credit Union

Veridian Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Lauren Nissen to the position of mortgage loan originator. Nissen, a resident of Omaha, Neb., has worked at Veridian for seven years. She was previously an eServices loan officer. Nissen was involved in the community as a volunteer for the Wrapping for a Cause event in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and will continue with the pen pal buddies at Veridian. Veridian Credit Union is a not-forprofit financial cooperative owned by the members who use its products and services. The credit union offers a full range of business and consumer financial services, and earnings are returned to members through better rates and lower fees. Membership is open to anyone living or working in the state of Iowa and six counties in eastern Nebraska. For more information, visit veridiancu.org or call (800) 235-3228.

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Commercial real estate community looks forward to 2020 CRE Summit by Michelle Leach

In its 31st year, the CRE Summit will draw the Commercial Real Estate community to CHI Health Center Omaha March 25 for an exploration of “Onward Nebraska/What’s Next?” “About 100 years ago, the chamber had ‘Onward Omaha,’ and ‘what’s next for Omaha?’ What an interesting time to think about what the next 100 years really means,” said Summit co-chair Alex Epstein, who pivoted to the second part of the theme. “Given the strong run, it’s left many wondering, ‘What’s next?’ Slusky We wanted to design the conference to talk about the critical issues on the forefront of real estate people’s minds.” According to Summit founder and co-chair Jerry Slusky, this year’s session/ breakout lineup starts with Chief Economist Ryan Severino of Chicago-based Jones Lang LaSalle for a discussion of "CRE Across America. Where Does Nebraska Fit In?" “He’s a world-renowned economist,” Slusky said. “He’ll talk about the state of the economy and how it relates to real estate, bringing it down to the regional, Nebraska, and communitywide level.” City of Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert

CRE Summit Board of Directors members, from left, Chris Mensinger, vice president, Colliers International; Alex Epstein, executive vice president, OMNE Partners; and Jay Lund, principal, Green Slate Development. and other panelists will will dive into topic and, in Omaha, it hits home,” he said. “The Epic War for Talent: Are We Keep- “Some of our largest Fortune 100 compaing Pace?” nies have either left Omaha or have been Epstein indicated the panel explores bought out. There is a world of uncertainty recruiting and retention strategies, and how about what happens to these buildings and Omaha and Lincoln are doing compared campuses.” to peer and aspirational cities, including Other morning breakouts include Nashville. “Transactional Risk: How to Prepare for “The ‘people problem’ is a national the Unexpected,” led by Commercial In-

vestment Properties’ Mark Jepson, panelists from the area’s prominent law firms will coalesce over business and investment transaction-related legal risks. “The economy has been the strongest in history,” Epstein noted. “What do landlords and developers need to be prepared for if things turn south?” Morning breakout, “What's Behind Our High Construction Costs and What's Next?” originated from Summit planning discussions with 40 to 50 commercial real estate professionals, according to Slusky. “We learn an awful lot from them, and the fact is that construction costs continue to keep leaping up, and they have potentially already started to cripple business,” he said. A conversation with leadership representing area hospitality groups and the Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau will be moderated by GreenSlate Development’s Jay Lund. “There are more development projects going on than ever before for hospitality in Omaha and Lincoln,” Epstein said. “We want to understand what are the driving forces behind that, and competitors like Airbnb.” A “State of the Union” dedicated to the latest in commercial real estate in Lincoln rounds out morning breakouts. Lincolnites have the same issues as Omaha CRE professionals. But Summit planners have been intentional about including topics of interest to and about Continued on page 4.

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Commercial real estate community looks forward to 2020 CRE Summit Continued from page 2. Lincoln CRE. Slusky referenced the Summit’s Lincoln planning committee, which generated topics. Attendees will break for the Hall of Fame Luncheon, honoring five Hall of Fame inductees reportedly selected for their “contribution to advancing the status, honor and professionalism of the commercial real estate industry in the Midwest Region,” and have demonstrated leadership and inspired others in CRE. Deal of the Year and Development of the Year will be spotlighted for criteria such as transaction size and potential influence on additional development. The Tri-Faith Initiative at Sterling Ridge joins the ranks of previous Summit Award recipients: Nebraska Medicine and Kiewit. The organization reports its interfaith relations project is unique and ambitious in design, scale and scope, providing permanent residency to a “synagogue, church, mosque, and interfaith center on one 38-

acre campus in the middle of America’s heartland.” “There has been an increase of 79% in reported hate crimes in the last year,” said Founding Member and Interim Executive Director Wendy Goldberg, noting a disproportionate number of those crimes are perpetrated against people of Jewish and Muslim faiths. “We try to inform our constituents in the city and be thought leaders in terms of being safe and having safety procedures. But the most important thing we can do as an initiative is to be that model, to help people see that we would rather be proactive than reactive.” The initiative, whose Tri-Faith Center opens this summer as a welcoming space for visitors and events, was selected for the Summit Award based off of criteria such as employment impact, and community and financial investments. While Goldberg acknowledged its national religious and architectural accolades, the significance of the award is

rooted in Omaha leaders who recognize that, “Tri-Faith is this place that doesn’t exist anywhere else. It’s a bold experience in interreligious collaboration … If what happens at 132nd Street only impacts our congregants, we’ve done something good. But if we can have an impact in Omaha and beyond, we’ve done something great.” Afternoon panels include “Breaking In and Moving Up,” which Slusky said speaks to millennials entering the industry. Moderated by Blair Freeman Group’s Ashley Kuhn, panelists will discuss what it takes to be successful in the business, and “provide motivation for those who have been in the industry and are looking to recharge.” The transportation panel featuring Greater Omaha Chamber, HDR Engineering and Omaha by Design leadership, are taking on one of the region’s biggest challenges. Omaha’s modern transportation lags behind other cities. Epstein noted the panel looks at what’s next for initiatives

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CRE Hall of Fame welcomes five who made impact on community by Dwain Hebda

The CRE Hall of Fame will welcome five new members during the 2020 CRE Summit. This year’s class includes Laura Alley of Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture; Alice Dittman of Cornhusker Bank; Jim Maenner of CBRE|MEGA; Doug Halvorson of Olsson and the late John J. Hughes of Dial Capital. During her long career with Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture in business development and community relations, Laura Alley became known for much more than her professional duties. She served 10 years on the board of an international human rights organization focused on rescuing victims of sex trafficking and building and supporting orphanages around the world. She also served closer to home through Omaha Children’s Museum Rainbow Connectors Guild, Film Streams and Child Saving Institute, among others. “Working to make Omaha an even better, more beautiful and inclusive city has been a tremendous honor,” she said. “I’m grateful for

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this recognition, but I’m even more grateful for the people on the ground, doing this work every day.” Alice Dittman became president of Lincoln’s Cornhusker Bank in 1975 and

remains chairman emeritus. “I am honored to receive this recognition,” she said. “It is exciting to see the growing relationship between the cities of Omaha and Lincoln and the positive benefits

Alley Dittman is considered an integral part of the state’s banking heritage. She is the first woman bank president in Lincoln or Omaha and the first woman president of the Nebraska Bankers Association. Dittman retired from the bank’s board of directors in December 2013, but

Maenner Halvorson for residents and businesses in these communities. Cornhusker Bank will be opening a full-service branch in Omaha in April of this year. We are proud to be part of the growth in the Omaha/Lincoln metroplex.” Jim Maenner is a senior vice president

of CBRE|MEGA and a member of the company’s office brokerage specialty group. In 1991, he co-formed Maenner Real Estate Company, which merged with The Mega Corporation in 1999. Recent significant transactions include the sale of the Omaha Steel Castings property and representing NorthStar Financial in two separate buildto-suit office buildings. “Going through the Hall of Fame roster, the list of the inductees is just an Hughes outstanding group of people associated with the real estate industry, including my dad who was an inductee in 2004,” Maenner said. “I’m very honored; the Hall of Fame wasn’t expected, but it is something that is very much appreciated.” Doug Halvorson, lead landscape architect for Olsson, graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture. He headed into the workforce and joined Olsson in 2008 where he’s drawn designs for Omaha developments Sterling Ridge, First National Bank Business Park and Miracle Hills. “The greatest satisfaction I have are all these repeat clients who come back to me because we were successful the first time,” he said. “Omaha is getting to be a really great city; when I came to town, the city ended at 108th and Maple. Now we’re working at 216th. I couldn’t even have imagined I’d have a hand in that happening.” John J. Hughes (1940-2016) graduated from the University of Notre Dame and earned an MBA from Wharton School of Business. A founding partner of America First Companies and Venture Resources Inc., he later transitioned to the Dial Companies, eventually partnering to create Dial Capital and structuring commercial real estate deals across the Midwest. “John’s reputation as a creative and innovative thinker was well-deserved, but perhaps more deserving was his reputation as an honest and fair businessman,” said John Hughes Jr. of Magnum Development Corporation, who will accept the award on his father’s behalf. “John would be very proud to receive this honor, because it is a recognition that comes from his friends and colleagues.”

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Deal and Development of the Year awards honor top projects in Omaha, Lincoln by Gabby Christensen

Each year, the CRE Summit honors deserving companies and projects through its Deal of the Year and Development of the Year awards. This year, the Deal of the Year award recognized Lockwood Development and Colliers International for the LinkedIn project. Emily O’Connor, vice president of Lockwood Development, said this project means a

lot to not only to the developer and landlord, but to all of the people that worked tirelessly on the project. “Numerous team members, on both sides of the transaction, recognized the significance of this project and all played a vital role in it coming to realization,” O’Connor said. “The project took a significant amount of collaboration between Lockwood and LinkedIn. We approached this project as a team, and it is

with that team mentality that we have created an iconic and timeless building for LinkedIn, Sterling Ridge and the city of Omaha.” O ’ C o n n o r s a i d L i n k e d I n ’s 200,000-square-foot building, which will employ over 1,000 people, is an incredible win for the city of Omaha that will help the metro continue to flourish. Additionally, the 2020 Development of the Year (Omaha) award went to Lockwood

Development for its work on Sterling Ridge. According to O’Connor, every real estate development requires the right team and a considerable amount of time and effort to fully come to fruition. “In the case of Sterling Ridge, this was truly an arduous task,” O’Connor said. “In 2010, the country was in the middle of an economic recession and Ironwood Country Continued on page 10.

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2020 CRE SUMMIT CONFERENCE AGENDA 7:00 AM-8:30 AM

REGISTRATION

8:15 AM-9:00 AM

WELCOME TO THE CRE SUMMIT! 2019 - 2020 HIGHLIGHTS AND PROGRAM OVERVIEW Alex Epstein, OMNE Partners, Co-Chair of CRE Summit Jerry Slusky, Esq., Smith Slusky Pohren & Rogers, LLP, Founder & Chair of CRE Summit

9:00 AM-9:45 AM

SESSION ONE: CRE Across America. Where Does Nebraska Fit In? Ryan Severino, CFA, Chief Economist, JLL

9:45 AM- 10:00 AM MORNING NETWORKING BREAK 10:00 AM-10:45 AM SESSION TWO: The Epic War for Talent: Are We Keeping Pace? MODERATOR: Jason Fisher, President, Cushman & Wakefield | The Lund Company DESCRIPTION: In this session, we will explore macro trends impacting cities across the country, discuss how Omaha and Lincoln compares and take a deep dive into the key issues that we need to address in order to thrive in the future PANELISTS: Revathi Greenwood, Americas Head of Research, Cushman & Wakefield; Mayor Jean Stothert, City of Omaha 10:45 AM-11:00 AM MORNING NETWORKING BREAK 11:00 AM-11:45 AM MORNING BREAKOUTS BREAKOUT 1: Transactional Risk: How to Prepare for the Unexpected MODERATOR: Mark Jepson, Executive Director and Managing Partner, Commercial Investment Properties DESCRIPTION: The real estate industry presents a number of transactional risks, especially in a changing market. This session will explore the varying legal risks associated with business and investment transactions to help developers, owners, investors, tenants and lenders prepare for the unexpected. PANELISTS: Brian Koenig, Esq., Koley Jessen P.C. – Bankruptcy and Litigation; Kristin Krueger, Esq., Koley Jessen P.C. – Creditors Rights and Litigation; Lisa Peters, Esq., Kutak Rock – Structured Finance, Franchise, Equipment Finance, Creditor’s Rights; Amy Lawrenson, Esq., Baird Holm LLP – Real Estate and Finance BREAKOUT 2: What's Behind Our High Construction Costs and What's Next? MODERATOR: Joe Pogge, President, Streamline Construction DESCRIPTION: Taking a look at historical construction costs and understanding the macro economic factors driving up the costs of construction. What does this mean for developers, employers, lenders and the workforce in our community? PANELISTS: Zac Gemer, Vice President of Construction, Noddle Companies; Ryan Sawall, Vice President, Business Unit Leader, McCarthy Construction; Rob Zimmerman, Principal, Project Advocates BREAKOUT 3: What is Driving Omaha's Rapid Hotel Growth? MODERATOR: Jay Lund, Principal, GreenSlate Development DESCRIPTION: Omaha is outpacing the U.S. in hotel growth, jumping 27% since 2013. Is this local competition good news or will it hurt us in the long run? Hear from industry experts on their take of the booming hotel market. PANELISTS: Keith Backsen, Executive Director, Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau; John Cooper, Principal and Executive Vice President, Stormont Hospitality; Steve Hilton, General Manager, Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District; John Klimpel, President, Lincoln Hotel Group BREAKOUT 4: State of the Union, Lincoln MODERATOR: Scott Vyskocil, Senior Vice President, NAI FMA Realty DESCRIPTION: The state of the Lincoln commercial real estate market. Hitting on the state of the primary property types (office, retail, industrial, multifamily) along with large developments in the works and updates on changes in commercial financing. PANELISTS: Mike Ayars, President, Ayars and Ayars, Inc.; Brett Harris, Director of Brokerage Services, Greenleaf Properties; Dustin Bauer, Senior Vice President – Commercial Lending, West Gate Bank 11:45 AM-12:00 PM AFTERNOON NETWORKING BREAK 12:00 PM-1:15 PM

HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON: Class of 2020 Award Presentations - Video Presentations & Introductions PRESENTER: Jerry Slusky, Esq. Angels Among Us UNO Real Estate Scholarship Award Mayor Jean Stothert: Deal of the Year and Developments of the Year Presentations

12:00 PM-1:15 PM

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2020 CRE SUMMIT CONFERENCE AGENDA Deal of the Year: LinkedIn Lease at Sterling Ridge - Chip James, Owner and President, Bob Begley, Executive Vice President, and Emily O’Connor, Vice President for Lockwood Development; and Kyle Peterson, Chairman and CEO, and Jeffrey Wyatt, Executive Vice President for Colliers International Development of the Year, Lincoln: Jeff Gierhan, General Manager, SouthPointe Pavilions for Scheels Onward Nebraska | What’s Next? Development of the Year: Omaha: Sterling Ridge - Chip James, Owner and President, Bob Begley, Executive Vice President, and Emily O’Connor, Vice President for Lockwood Development Hall of Fame Induction • Laura Alley, Business Development & Community Relations, Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture • Alice Dittman, Retired as CEO & President, Cornhusker Bank • Doug Halvorson, Lead Landscape Architect, Olsson • John J. Hughes (posthumously), Broker, Dial Capital • Jim Maenner, Vice President, CBRE The Summit Award: Tri-Faith Initiative 1:15 PM-1:30 PM

AFTERNOON NETWORKING BREAK

1:30 PM-2:15 PM

AFTERNOON BREAKOUTS BREAKOUT 5: Breaking in and Moving Up MODERATOR: Chris Mensinger, Vice President, Colliers International DESCRIPTION: How do those new to the commercial real estate industry meet people and pick up the substance of this business in order to make their own way? This panel will also provide motivation for those who have been in the industry and are looking to recharge. PANELISTS: Ashley Kuhn, President, Blair Freeman Group; Allan Murow, N&M Brokerage Services LLC; Jenni Shukert, Senior Business Consultant, Olsson; TJ Twit, President and CEO, OMNE Partners BREAKOUT 6: Transportation Panel | The Future of Transportation and Development in Greater Omaha MODERATOR: Stephen Osberg, Director – Transportation Development, Omaha Chamber - ConnectGo DESCRIPTION: Connected Places are Great Places: Omaha’s modern transportation strategy and transit oriented development. PANELISTS: Doug Bisson, Community Planning and Urban Design Lead, HDR Engineering, Inc.; Scott Dobbe, Executive Director, Omaha by Design BREAKOUT 7: State of the Union, Omaha MODERATOR: Alex Epstein, Executive Vice President, OMNE Partners DESCRIPTION: What's trending and what's on its way out? This experienced panel will update you on Omaha's commercial real estate market. PANELISTS: Matt Edney, Executive Vice President, OMNE Partners – Industrial; Ed Fleming, Executive Vice President, Colliers International – Multi-Family; Ember Grummons, Investment Property Broker, Investors Realty Inc. – Investment Sales; Kirk Hanson, Principal, Access Commercial, LLC – Retail; Tim Kerrigan, Principal and Vice President, Investors Realty, Inc. – Office

2:15 PM-2:30 PM

NETWORKING BREAK Complimentary cocktails courtesy of CREXi

2:30 PM-3:15 PM

CLOSING PANEL: FACE THE NATION ... of CRE! MODERATOR: Jerry Slusky, Esq., Smith Slusky Pohren & Rogers, LLP DESCRIPTION: The industry's top leading professionals will discuss all matters in commercial real estate development and leave you with a better understanding on how the real estate industry effects businesses. PANELISTS: Michael Alley, Chairman, Alley Poyner; Jerry Banks, President, Jerry Banks Group; Dan Houghton, President, Buildertrend; Jay Lerner, President, The Lerner Company; Alan Lincoln, Director of Real Estate, Kiewit Cos.; Jennifer Taylor, Esq., Assistant City Attorney for Planning and Zoning, City of Omaha; Samantha Mosser, President, ACCESSbank

3:15 PM-3:30 PM

A Conversation with the Champ: Terence 'Bud' Crawford, WBO Welterweight Champion

3:15 PM-3:30 PM

RECEPTION Live music, networking, complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres Reception Entertainment, Polka Police, courtesy of OMNE Partners

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Session on transactional risks to dive into legal implications by David Kubicek

The breakout session “Transactional Risk: Preparing for the Unexpected” will explore the legal risks associated with business and investment transactions. Moderator Mark Jepson, executive director and managing partner at Commercial Investment Properties, defined transactional risk as all of the unanticipated things that can happen in any kind of transaction that might change the assumptions of the parties to the transaction. For instance, if one of the parties passes away and the remaining partner becomes a partner with the deceased individual’s spouse, or if the project is based on an assumed set of cash flows over a certain timeline of when a city will approve the development, but that doesn’t happen, and the project loses an equity partner. “You’re trying to manage those risks by thinking them through beforehand rather than reacting to them when they happen,” Jepson said. The panel will have a mix of experts ranging from general real estate practice to litigation to bankruptcy and creditor’s rights. It will be structured like a fireside chat with Jepson asking the panelists questions on specific topics. The plan is to spend 50-60% of the time in discussion and the rest of the

Jepson Murow time answering questions from the audience about concerns of interest to them. “We’re 10 years into an upward cycle, and these runs average about seven years, so it’s completely natural for people in the industry to ask whether we’re in line for a market pull-back,” said Daniel S. Murow, vice chair of the Summit and an associate in real estate and environmental at Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff. “It’s important for investors, owners, lenders and tenants to understand the various risks associated with these transactions in order to prepare for the unexpected.” Panelist Brian Koenig, a shareholder with Koley Jessen, advises lenders, businesses, and property owners regarding issues relating to financial distress

Koenig Lawrenson and bankruptcy. “I will spend most of my time discussing how proper due diligence, deal structure, and

Deal and Development of the Year awards Continued from page 7. Club was going to be sold at auction. It’s not often that a 150 acre parcel of land in the heart of the city becomes available, but we thought of this as an incredible opportunity to design and develop a mixed-use center with an emphasis on Class A office buildings.” O’Connor said it took over a year working with the planning department. “We had many meetings with the surrounding neighbors and city council representatives, as well as having to work with the Army Corps of Engineers,” O’Connor

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contract terms protect parties and mitigate the risk of other parties’ financial distress,” he said. “The discussion will be applicable to all types of real estate transactions, including acquisition, construction, development, financing, leasing, and operations. I also will discuss the effect of not having the proper structure and terms and how that may affect rights in bankruptcy or in enKrueger forcing an agreement. I hope to sharpen the attendees’ understanding of risk and provide Continued on next page.

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said. “We always anticipated it would take 10 to 15 years for Sterling Ridge to be fully built-out and here we are today, 10 years into the project with 500,000 square feet of Class A office, a senior living facility, active adult apartment homes, custom built high-end single-family homes, neighborhood retail and the one of a kind Tri-Faith Initiative.” O’Connor said the project is 95% complete with an additional retail building slated to begin later this year, a select service hotel planned for 2021 and the opportunity to build an additional 250,000 square feet of office space. This year, RED Development was the recipient of the Development of the Year (Lincoln) award for its work on Scheels at SouthPointe Pavilions. “RED Development took a field over 20 years ago and turned it into a premier shopping experience in Lincoln and the surrounding areas,” said Scott Rehorn, managing partner at RED Development. “Retail has since changed and we know that SouthPointe must, as well. I think Scheels has the same understanding — that is why we were excited to work with them and the city of Lincoln to bring their new flagship store to the market.” Rehorn said it was a massive corroboration of purchasing the power center next door and moving numerous tenants around to pull this project off. “Now, over triple the size and along with Von Maur, these two strong Midwest retailers are the perfect anchors for us to build off for the remodel we are working on now,” Rehorn said. “With Scheels now open and the parking garage close to be completed, our goal is to continue to bring one of a kind tenants and restaurants to the market so that SouthPointe can continue being one of the best projects in the state.”

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Continued from preceding page. practical risk allocation strategies.” Panelist Amy Lawrenson, partner at Baird Holm, represents developers, investors, and owners of commercial real estate in all aspects of real estate including sales, acquisitions, financing, leasing, land use development and zoning, title review, and construction contracting. Since she ends up on both sides of the negotiation table, she’s familiar with the risks as well as each side’s must-haves and pain points. “What I plan to contribute are suggestions for identifying and avoiding risks along with navigating them once found,” she said. “From the leasing side, I also plan to contribute thoughts on how landlords can address and recover from tenant liquidity and bankruptcy issues.” Panelist Kristin Krueger, a shareholder with Koley Jessen, will speak primarily about bankruptcy and creditors’ rights. “In commercial real estate when the unexpected happens — whether it’s a default under a lease agreement or a bankruptcy by one party or another — what are your rights and obligations as a lender, owner, landlord, or tenant?” she said. “We’ll also have a discussion of the front end part of the real estate transaction — is there anything that can be done when you’re entering into the transaction and papering the deal in anticipation of the unexpected? And how those provisions and terms and condition may play out during a negotiation and getting a transaction papered up.”

No one in commercial real estate is immune to high costs. The “What’s Behind Our High Construction Costs and What’s Next?” panel endeavors to better understand what’s genuinely responsible for escalating expenses. So, informed decisions can be made that affect respective businesses, deals, and overall communitywide development. “Over the last [approximately] 10 years, it’s become difficult to use ‘rule of thumb’ construction costs for anything from TI’s to new buildings,” said Panel Moderator Joe Pogge, president of Streamline Construction. “There are a lot Pogge of theories floating around as to what is causing this spike in construction costs. But, against my better judgement, I volunteered myself to do a deep dive into this topic, and see if by comparing historical construction costs and overlaying them on other construction related factors in our area, maybe we would stumble upon a smoking gun.” Pogge hopes research findings shared during the panel will provide insight for the audience — not only in terms of the “contributing factors,” but when stability and predictability may return to the market. “So, they can have informed conversations with their clients, their peers, their

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bankers — anyone involved with getting deals done in our area,” he said. “There is a lot of national and, to a lesser extent, regional data. But rarely do we find an opportunity to do an economic deep dive right here in our own community.” Pogge isolated how so many general contractors are willing to provide their coveted data, to help others understand what is going

Gemar Sawall on in the marketplace. “I have received very little push back from the construction leaders in our community and an overwhelming eagerness to contribute valuable information,” he said. “Admittedly, I was surprised by this but says a lot about our community.” Pogge is joined in the session by panelists, selected for their knowledge of the topic. “They are seeing the numbers come across their desks on a daily basis, and are the ones ultimately explaining these numbers to their clients,” he said. Zac Gemar has spent more than 20 years in construction and real estate development,

most recently with Noddle Cos. “The combination of management experience as both an owner and a general contractor has provided me a unique understanding of the pressures that projects feel from different perspectives,” he said. “Fluctuations in construction costs can have an impact on how we design, finance and construct a project. Subsequently, the decisions we make regarding first cost will impact operating costs for owners and facility managers.” Ultimately, Gemar said, one has little control over pricing fluctuations. “So, we have to come up with innovative ways to overcome the challenges they present,” he said. “I think the panel assembled to discuss this issue will provide interesting, well-rounded ideas on how to deal with this constant battle.” Gemar further noted how Noddle Cos. approaches property development from a long-term perspective; fluctuations in those “first costs” can have a significant impact on the projects’ financial successes — over the life of the properties. “We have to be aware of market pressures on construction costs to ensure our properties and our clients’ projects can overcome fluctuations or anticipate their impacts on how we approach design and construction,” he said. When asked about his motivations for joining the session as a panelist, Ryan Sawall of McCarthy Building Companies–Omaha isolated the “exceptional boom, propelled by record-breaking economic expansion.” “But we all know every expansion is Continued on next page.

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Breakout to address rapid hotel growth in Omaha by Gabby Christensen

He said the lower amenity properties are still hot, too. Backsen said there are actually a number of reasons developers are interested in Omaha right now. “Based on Omaha’s growth and the certain types of business projects that are being built, developers are wanting a hotel component because there will be business travelers,” he said. “Additionally, there has been incredible growth in the medical community in Omaha, which has led to an influx of new hotels around the University Hilton of Nebraska Medical Center to serve those who will be staying for treatment or research.” He said it’s also important for people in the commercial real estate industry to know how to choose the appropriate level of hotel for each project. “Understanding the marketplace here is critical,” Backsen said. “You have to make sure the project will survive year round. There are many factors that must be considered. Bottom line, you need to know what is going

The hotel market in Omaha is booming in recent years, outpacing the rest of the U.S. significantly. At the 2020 CRE Summit, this hot topic is addressed during a breakout session called “What is Driving Omaha’s Rapid Hotel Growth?” featuring local industry experts who will offer their unique perspectives. Panelist Keith Backsen, executive director of Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau, said this is a very important conversation, as there are currently 15 hotel projects representing 453 rooms that are Backsen either in construction or in the planning phase right now for Omaha. “From a commercial real estate perspective, attendees are interested in learning why Omaha is such a hot market in this category right now,” he said. “Omaha is a very attractive market for a variety of reasons, as certain types of product are not currently being fulfilled here.” According to Backsen, Omaha is underserved in the luxury property level. Thus, there is a huge influx of potential small boutique hotels in this category.

to draw people to stay in your hotel versus another option down the street.” With the recent hotel boom, Backsen said it’s a great time to have this discussion. “This talk will help us look at how we can build smartly in the community moving forward,” Backsen said. Panelist Steve Hilton, general manager of the Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District, said the supply is quite robust in Omaha’s market, and the demand continues to keep it level. However, other than major events like the NCAA Men’s College World Series, Berkshire Hathaway weekend and the U.S. Olympic Swim Trials, Hilton said the market is generally pretty flat.

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“In 2019, Omaha’s supply grew about 1.8%, while the demand grew about 3.7%,” Hilton said. “Omaha is still a very progressive and diverse market, and there are great things happening in the community.” Still, he said looking at ways to create more demand should always be at the forefront. In the current market, Hilton said there is a great need for increased outdoor sports fields to be able to host larger events that would drive demand for the hotel industry, as well as the restaurant industry. “I also think it’s important for people to understand that the jobs that are created in the hotel industry are significant in our marketplace, and it’s really a driving attribute to our economy in Omaha,” he said. “Overall, the hotel market is an important topic for our community to analyze right now.”

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State of the union panels will give updates on Omaha and Lincoln markets by David Kubicek

Two breakout sessions will update attendees on the current Omaha and Lincoln commercial real estate markets and make projections for the future. Alex Epstein, executive vice president at OMNE Partners and moderator of the Omaha session, said the panel will cover the industrial, multifamily, capital investment, office and retail markets. “We’re calling it the State of the Union because we’re covering everything that’s going on,” Epstein said. Panelists will include: Matt Edney, Epstein industrial specialist and executive vice president at OMNE Partners; Ember Grummons, investment specialist with Investors Realty; Ed Fleming, multi-family specialist and executive vice president at Colliers International; Kirk Hanson, retail specialist and principal at Access Commercial; and Tim Kerrigan, office specialist and principal and vice president at Investors Realty. “Mainly I’ll be talking to them about highlighting the big deals that happened last year, where they happened, why they happened, and what the forecast is for what’s going to happen for the coming year,” Epstein said. “The audience should walk away knowing everything that’s going on in Omaha across all real estate sectors. Like a presidential state of the union, they’ll walk

away knowing that this is the state of the Omaha market.” Panelist Ed Fleming said the Omaha multi-family market continues to be strong. According to commercial real estate information firm CoStar, the Omaha metropolitan statistical area (MSA) has just over 88,000 units and has a 94.4% oc-

Fleming Harris cupancy rate. “This is very much in line with the five year average occupancy of 94% and the 10 year average occupancy of 93.7%,” Fleming said. “Omaha supply/demand continues to be balanced. Looking at five year historical numbers, the 12 month average absorption in units has been 1,599 units which has very much kept pace with the 12 month average deliveries of 1,621 units. From a rent growth perspective, asking rents grew 2.2% over the past year, which was slightly below the five-year average of 2.4%. There have been some soft patches in certain pockets of Omaha when projects have delivered, but overall the market has continued to be strong.” On the financing side, agency debt

continues to be the go-to for buyers and developers alike. On the sales side, significant transactions during 2019 included the sale of 324 units at Torello on Maple (formerly Benz Place) for $34.65 million, Mutual of Omaha selling 196 units in Midtown Crossing for $31.2 million, and the 201-unit Lakeside Hills Apartments selling for $27.5 million. Cap rates continue to be aggressive, with strong buyer demand across all product types. “The Lincoln breakout session will cover three primary areas: major development projects afVyskocil fecting Lincoln over the next few years, banking and finance update for the Lincoln market, and an update on construction activity in Lincoln and rising construction costs,” said Brett Harris, director of broker-

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age services at Greenleaf Properties.” Scott Vyskocil, senior vice president at NAI FMA Realty, will moderate the Lincoln state of the union panel. Dustin Bauer, senior vice president of commercial lending at West Gate Bank, will do a presentation on hedge loans, which are becoming increasingly popular. Harris will do a PowerPoint presentation on new projects currently under construction or completed last year. Mike Ayars, president of Ayars & Ayars, will speak about how architecture plays a part in design build and about general construction, materials and labor. “Each panelist will have eight to 10 minutes to present,” Vyskocil said. “After each presentation we’ll open it up to questions, then we’ll open it up to general questions and discussion about what’s going on in Lincoln. I think people who attend the session will be surprised about what’s happening in Lincoln. Although Lincoln isn’t growing as fast as Omaha, the construction, growth, and changes occurring here are fascinating.”

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‘Breaking In and Moving Up’ aims to help people find path in commercial real estate by Jasmine Heimgartner

For those new to the commercial real estate world, from the outside it can seem that being a Realtor or broker are the main career pathways. The breakout session, “Breaking In and Moving Up,” moderated by Chris Mensinger, vice president at Colliers International, aims to open the doors to the vast opportunities available for newcomers and veterans alike. “We received feedback that people with five years or less experience in the industry are looking for suggestions and ideas on how to break into the industry,” Mensinger said. “This session features diverse, experienced panelists who will offer their insight on the diverse roles available in the industry. It’s also for people who have been in the industry and need a little pick-me-up to get back to the basics for motivation or to find their own new path.” The interactive, conversational-style session will cover various topics and is designed to accommodate the questions of attendees. It will dig in to the more personal aspects of being part of the industry, such as what attracts people to the industry, what areas they match up with, and understanding the impact passion, strengths and drive can have for different roles.

“People are curious and want to know more about what is available,” said panelist TJ Twit, president and CEO of OMNE Partners. “People want to know what skills they need to be good. A broker, for example, is an entirely different side that requires different skills than property management. We hope there will be a lot of questions asked in this session. Although this panel discusses how Mensinger the next generation of the workforce can enter the industry, for any participant in the industry, it’s important to know what is on the minds of the next wave.” Along with shedding light on the options available and how to navigate the industry, the panelists hope to create unity. “We want people to understand that everyone has been where they are and give them the relief that there are other people who can help them navigate it,” said panelist Ashley Kuhn, president of Blair Freeman Group. “I was in

the development world and did a complete pivot focused on construction. From A to Z, there is everything from the land, to after it is

Twit Kuhn developed, to become a part of. We want to help people understand the nuances of getting started or pivoting career options, as well as provide encouragement.” The session is also an opportunity for people with experience to gain insight about the next generation. Hearing attendees questions is one way to get a better grasp on how the industry is

evolving. “People are coming into this industry much more interested in collaboration,” Twit said. “Some veterans can remember a time when it was very siloed, where it was like being on an island and you only had to be responsible for yourself. We are seeing a trend toward partnering and forming teams — full collaboration. By that, I mean full sharing of information and fees. To stay relevant, you have to create an environment in your company that fosters and promotes that concept.” While the panelists hope to make a fun, engaging session that will fill seats, regardless of how many breakouts attendees go to, just being at the summit is a critical component to being part of the area’s commercial real estate industry. “This is the who’s who of commercial real estate,” Kuhn said. “If you are just starting, it’s a great place to network and learn about projects. For the seasoned folks, it provides opportunities to stay abreast of what is going and catch up with friends tin the industry. It is a unique opportunity and a day of learning.”

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