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advertise Your Business as a great place to Work If you’ve tried to hire in the past year, you know that the market is extremely competitive right now. I’ve spoken to many business owners who are frustrated by how hard it is to find good people to hire. There has been a big shift in recruiting and hiring trends, so businesses are figuring out how to set themselves apart in order to attract the best talent.

When you’re interviewing someone, you have to realize that you’re being interviewed too.

Today’s professionals are harder to please. Whether we like it or not, they are entering the workforce with a lot higher expectations for their employers. They are hungry for a supportive and thriving culture, tasks that allow them to grow professionally and personally, competitive pay so they can live comfortably and take care of their families, a flexible work schedule for when emergencies arise, a mission they can really get behind, leadership that encourages community involvement and volunteerism, and much more.

You can offer all of these benefits, but how will people know if you don’t tell them? You have to advertise. You have to tell your story. You have to invest in recruitment marketing.

Recruitment marketing means promoting your organization and your culture in addition to specific job openings. I love the way Entrepreneur Media put it in a previous article they published on employer branding: “Organizations that want to win the war for talent should not only aspire to become a great place to work; they should aim to be perceived as one too.”

The difference between recruiting and recruitment marketing is that, through marketing, you are bringing the talent to you rather than you shuffling through a list of potential employees on sites like Indeed or LinkedIn. I’m not saying don’t use these sites to promote your job opportunities—these recruitment efforts are absolutely still necessary. I’m saying that recruitment marketing will take you further and help you stand out.

This is what Strictly Business helps you accomplish through advertising.

Advertising with Strictly Business is so much more than just running an ad. You’re working with a real team that is committed to local business. We value putting a face to the name. You can see this in the magazine through all the amazing free, valued-added editorial we offer. Whether it’s a press release, feature story, or Star City Six, our goal is to help your audience make a personal connection with your organization. When you host a company appreciation event or you’re recognizing a new hire or a promotion, you’re painting a picture of what it’s like to work at your business. You’re showing the audience that you celebrate your people!

In addition, our quarterly employment feature gives local businesses and organizations a space to share why someone would want to work for them. Just by participating, it shows the audience that these companies value not only being a great place to work, but also being perceived as a great place to work. In this issue, you’ll find our Employing Lincoln feature. I encourage you to familiarize yourself with these awesome businesses and organizations! Maybe you or someone you know is looking for a new career. Put these businesses and organizations at the top of your lists. If your company is hiring, I invite you to be in our next employment feature in the May 2022 issue or talk to me about advertising in general.

People are the biggest asset to your company. You have to have the right people working for you if you want your business to thrive. So don’t slack on efforts when it comes to reaching and winning over those people. With that, I’ll leave you with a hiring quote I enjoy from David Ogilvy, founder of Ogilvy & Mather: “If each of us hires people who are smaller than we are, we shall become a company of dwarfs. But if each of us hires people who are bigger than we are, we shall become a company of giants.”

“organizations that want to win the war for talent should not only aspire to become a great place to work; they should aim to be perceived as one too.”

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into the FutuRe oF the linColn aiRpoRt The Lincoln Airport (LNK) is currently undergoing exciting expansion and renovation efforts that will modernize the 50-year-old terminal.

Dubbed the “LNK Next” project, these efforts include 38,500 square feet of new building construction which will result in two new gates and six new jet bridges. In addition, approximately 57,000 square feet of the existing facility is being renovated. The project is expected to be completed in late 2022.

“It is amazing to think what a significant impact a modern terminal can have on the overall passenger experience. As the face of the Airport, it is the first and last impression that our guests have when visiting our community and we want that impression to resonate for all the right reasons. From the improved efficiency with check in and security, to the enhanced passenger amenities, to a completely modernized interior, LNK Next aims to create the perfect personification of the welcoming spirit of Lincoln, whether a returning guest or a first time visitor.” – David Haring, A.A.E.

updated infrastructure Renovations will include enhancements for passenger safety in the terminal security areas, as well as a fully renovated lobby on the main floor, including flooring, lighting, and other fixtures. This project will also incorporate new COVID design concepts and remodeled airport administrative offices.

two new gates LNK will increase its capacity by adding two gates, as well as installing two additional passenger boarding bridges to accommodate peak hour demand. These additions will also leave room for additional expansion.

Full tsa preCheck Capability Infrastructure will be put into place to allow TSA to run a full PreCheck. If implemented by TSA, then registered travelers will be able to enjoy the same PreCheck amenities experienced at larger commercial service airports.

improved amenities Full-service post-security food and beverage options will make traveling in and out of Lincoln much sweeter!

economic impact of the lincoln airport The Department of Transportation (DOT) Aeronautics Division economic impact study indicates that the Lincoln Airport provides an overall impact of $1.3 billion per year on the local economy, including delivery of jobs and visitor spending.

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les Makes Funds available through 2022 sustainable energy program A new year brings new incentives for customers through Lincoln Electric System’s Sustainable Energy Program, $1.5 million for 2022. Since 2009, LES’ Sustainable Energy Program, or SEP, has offered financial incentives to remove barriers for LES customers to use energyefficient equipment, allowing them to save more and take a more active role in helping manage electricity demand for the entire service area.

“Empowering the community to invest in energy efficiency is environmentally responsible and cost-effective for the utility and our customer-owners,” said Marc Shkolnick, LES manager of Energy Services. Since the program’s inception, LES customers have accessed nearly $28 million in SEP incentives and spent $220 million on energyefficient equipment and/or services. “In total, energy efficiency projects that received SEP incentives have cumulatively saved more than 800,000 net megawatt-hours, or the equivalent annual electric use of 80,000 single-family homes,” Shkolnick said.

This year’s SEP offers incentives for: • Residential and commercial heat pump water heater incentive of $500 to encourage customers to consider switching from conventional electric tank storage to a system that uses the ambient heat of indoor air to heat water efficiently. A federal tax credit of $300 for qualifying equipment is also available.

• High-efficiency heat pumps and air conditioners with incentives ranging from $200 to $1,500 for qualifying equipment. A federal tax credit of $300 for qualifying equipment is also available.

• Whole-house and facility sealing and insulation. Customers in existing homes and facilities with no wall and/or minimal attic insulation can qualify for as much as $1,000 for sealing and upgrading insulation levels to code. A federal tax credit of up to $500 is also available for qualifying installations. Commercial interior lighting to replace existing fluorescent or metal halide lighting with LEDs. • Commercial and industrial customers can get as muc h as $100,000 in total incentives per year for achieving peak-demand savings through air conditioner/heat pump replacement, first-time installation of variable frequency drives, compressed air system upgrade, energy management systems installation, optimization, or upgrade, and refrigeration system retrofit.

To take advantage of LES’ Sustainable Energy Program incentives for projects in 2022, customers should contact participating LES trade allies who will apply the program’s incentives toward their purchase of eligible equipment or services. Find more information about the program and participating contractors by visiting LES.com/SEP or calling (402) 475-4211. Incentive funds are available to customers on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional information about federal tax credits for qualifying energy-efficiency measures is available at energystar.gov/about/federal_tax_credits.

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Business neWs 50th annual home & garden show by hBal to Feature over 175 exhibitors The Home Builders Association of Lincoln (HBAL) is celebrating the 50th Annual Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show that will be held at the Lancaster Event Center from February 11-13. The show will feature more than 175 exhibitors giving those who attend great ideas for landscaping, decorating, remodeling, or building a new home. Attendees will have the opportunity to see the latest products for both the do-it-yourselfer and those who want to hire a professional. Special features of the show include a Food Bank House created by the Remodelers Council of Lincoln, a high school interior and residential design contest, and Kids Square featuring presentations by Wildlife Encounters and other fun activities such as balloon creations, face painting, and projects and games. Admission to the show is $8 or $7 with a non-perishable food item for the Lincoln Food Bank, with free admission for children 12 years and under. The show will be available on February 11 from 1 to 9 p.m., February 12 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and February 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Home Builders Association of Lincoln is a visible, effective, and respected trade association which promotes home building through professional education, member communication, and civic participation, and which represents builders and associated professionals in community, government, and industry forums. For more information about HBAL and the Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show, visit hbal.org.

sadoff iron & Metal is proud to Celebrate 75-year anniversary Sadoff Iron & Metal, a Wisconsinbased scrap metal company, is honored to celebrate its 75th anniversary and continue serving its communities for years to come. With locations in both Wisconsin and Nebraska, Sadoff offers scrap metal recycling of nonferrous metals and ferrous scrap, auto salvage, electronics recycling, and more. Throughout the last 75 years, Sadoff has provided an unwavering focus on safety and environmental responsibility, while earning a variety of sustainable and protective credentials and certifications.

In 1947, Sadoff’s founder Edward H. Rudoy purchased Block Salvage Company in Oshkosh and in 1964, he purchased the Sadoff Iron & Metal Company in Fond du Lac. Rudoy’s son-in-law, Sheldon Lasky, joined the business in 1972. In 1991, Rudoy retired, and Lasky took over.

Today’s leadership team includes Sheldon Lasky’s sons, CEO Mark Lasky and Executive Vice Presidents Jason Lasky and Bradford Lasky. They work together to carry on the legacy and ensure the business remains focused on their customers.

As an industry leader in scrap metal recycling, Sadoff prides itself in being a safe and sustainable company. Sadoff’s employees also embrace the culture, atmosphere, and their purpose to contribute to the company.

When reflecting on Sadoff’s future, the company’s leaders are prioritizing sustainability, focusing on taking actionable steps. In 2016, the company began its newest recycling expansion with the addition of their R2-certified Sadoff E-Recycling & Data Destruction company.

Since branching out into this area, the company has assisted many more clients to meet their security and sustainability objectives.

As Sadoff Iron & Metal continues their hard work and dedication for the next 75 years, they are honored to share this milestone with their employees and the community. To learn more, visit sadoff.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

Business neWs Center sphere launches new app for Members, available on apple and android

Ben Bleicher and pRg of Wood Bros Realty named #1 Real estate team for 2021

Center Sphere is excited to announce that in January, they launched a new app that puts The Network literally in the palm of members’ hands. The app, published under the name “Center Sphere”, is available in both the Apple Store and the Google Play Store.

The new tech initiative will allow members to make referrals, schedule meetings, check calendars, and so much more with just a few clicks on their mobile device.

This new sales tool, included in the membership at no additional charge, gives members immediate access to an entire trusted network. Adding another layer to Center Sphere membership makes it easier to build relationships by innovating and changing the way networking is done in a fast-paced world. Discover more. Network more. Do More.

Center Sphere is an established network of business professionals whose mission is to share referrals, ideas, and resources through genuine relationships. The Lincoln Network is currently made up of nearly 30 chapters and has access to members nationwide. For more information, visit www.CenterSphere.com or connect with Lincoln Area Director Ronda Armstrong at RondaArmstrong@CenterSphere.com / (402) 450-8611.

Wo o d B r o s R e a l t y recently named Ben Bleicher and his P ro f e s s i o n a l Re a l t y Group (PRG) team the #1 Real Estate Team for 2021. As team lead, Bleicher guided his team through one of their toughest years amongst the pandemic, both personally and professionally, setting them up for success within Wood Bros Realty and throughout all of Lincoln. They are constantly striving to serve their clients as best as they can, while also working to provide their clients with better deals without writing offers on 10 or more listings.

In 2021, Bleicher himself rang in $38,188,995 in closed volume, with 108 closed sides. Mark Salak from Bleicher’s team contributed $8,346,500 in closed volume with 27 closed sides, and Zach Brandl contributed $9,612,350 in closed value alone, with 46 closed sides, earning Bleicher and his team a total $57,886,645 in closed volume, with 101 sold sides and 88 listed sides for the year. Bleicher and his team have some surprises and new developments that they look forward to sharing in the next few months, and can’t wait to see what the rest of 2022 has in store for them!

Professional Realty Group of Wood Bros Realty is a team of experienced real estate professionals who came together in 2018 to help clients buy and sell residential and commercial properties in Lincoln and surrounding areas. They also help buy and sell industrial, land development, and new construction properties.

To learn more, call (402) 419-6309 or visit www.prg-ne.com.

lincoln Ypg and aMa lincoln unveil Winning City of lincoln Flag Design Lincoln Young Professionals Group (Lincoln YPG) and the American Marketing Association - Lincoln Chapter (AMA Lincoln) have unveiled the final results of ReFlag Lincoln, a contest to redesign the City of Lincoln flag. A resolution to adopt the design was introduced at the January 10 City Council meeting by Council Chair James Michael Bowers. The City Council voted on the adoption of the new flag on January 24.

The contest was funded by raising over $20,000 from community sponsors, and Lincoln YPG and AMA Lincoln plan to cover the cost of purchasing new flags for the City of Lincoln. The City flag is flown at the Hall of Justice and at police and fire stations.

The winning flag, entitled All Roads Lead to Lincoln, was created by Ed Mejia, a local creative director, art director, and graphic designer. His design was selected by a committee from a pool of over 190 submissions from the public. According to Mejia, the teal, navy, and gold flag includes art-deco style design inspired by architecture and Native artwork displayed inside the Nebraska State Capitol. The intersecting lines capture the interconnection of technology, agriculture, and commerce that have drawn people to Lincoln. Other recognizable imagery in the design include a sunrise, the State Capitol building, and an aerial view of the traditional center of town (the star located at 13th and O Street).

The teal green is a nod to Lincoln’s verdant tapestry of parks, trails, trees, and green spaces—and the home of the Arbor Day Foundation. The deep blue represents groundwater aquifer, an abundant and valuable natural resource significant to our region. The warm gold represents a bright future and a place where all are warmly welcomed.

The ReFlag Lincoln selection committee included Francisco Souto, University of Nebraska-Lincoln School of Art, Art History, & Design; Ed Zimmer, local historian; Alyssa Martin, Nelnet; Al Maxey, artist; Todd Ogden, Downtown Lincoln Association; Suzanne Mealer, Ponca Tribe of Nebraska; Whitney Hansen, AMA Lincoln; and Mairead Safranek, Lincoln YPG. The committee reviewed more than 6,000 comments from the public before making a final selection. To learn more, visit www. amalincoln.org/reflag-lnk or go to www.lincolnypg.com for more community projects and opportunities. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Business neWs american Marketing association to offer $1K emerging Marketer scholarship

First national Bank of omaha publishes 2022 investment outlook

The American Marketing Association (AMA) Lincoln chapter is offering a onetime $1,000 Emerging Marketer Scholarship. The Lincoln AMA Emerging Marketer Scholarship was created in 2016 to reward undergraduate students expressing an interest in a career involving marketing. To be eligible to apply, you must be a full-time student in a 4-year program, pursuing a bachelor’s degree, reside within the Lincoln AMA market—Lincoln, Seward, Crete, Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney—and have at least a freshman standing and will continue to be enrolled full-time for at least one additional semester prior to graduation. The applicant is not required to be in a specific major or program, but must demonstrate an interest in a career involving marketing. College or university transcripts are required, along with supplemental essay questions explaining how you see marketing playing a role in your career. The deadline to apply for this scholarship is March 15. For more information visit www.lcf. academicworks.com/opportunities/1160.

First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO) has published its 2022 Investment Outlook. Prepared by the bank’s Investment Management division, the Outlook provides a comprehensive evaluation of the U.S. and global economies and how FNBO tailors portfolios to meet financial goals. This year’s Outlook discusses the current economic climate and key trends impacting investment portfolios, outlining capital market assumptions and highlighting expected returns for various investment objectives.

Among the forecasted economic trends are as follows: consumers are financially healthy, with labor conditions favorable for employment growth; higher inflation, while leading to wage increases, is dampening consumer confidence; economic growth and inflation will likely moderate in 2022 but remain positive; residential real estate is expected to show slight price appreciation and contribute to economic activity; FNBO believes the Federal Reserve will increase interest rates and real yields will rise; corporate profit growth will remain solid, but expensive market valuations will limit returns; FNBO believes commercial real estate is attractive, but finds cryptocurrencies too speculative for direct investment.

First National Bank of Omaha is a subsidiary of First National of Nebraska. To read the full text of the FNBO 2022 Investment Outlook – which outlines in-depth data, analysis, and perspectives – visit www. fnbo.com/outlook. More information is available at www.fnbo.com.

The Lincoln Chapter of the American Marketing Association serves as the resource for area marketers to learn, grow, and connect through opportunities which promote education and marketing excellence. Their desire is to be recognized as the resource for marketing professionals in the Lincoln area. Offering programming and education for seasoned marketing veterans to recent college graduates, the Lincoln AMA’s mission is to help marketers learn, grow and connect. Visit www.amalincoln.org for more information.

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McGill Restoration, an industry leader in concrete a n d m a s o n r y r e p a i r, restoration, and construction based in Omaha, recently announced its acquisition of two new businesses. In two separate transactions, McGill Restoration purchased Wilkinson Sandblasting, an industrial coating and restoration company in central Nebraska; and Commercial Waterproofing, a concrete waterproofing business with offices in Oklahoma City and Wagoner, OK. The combination of McGill Restoration with Wilkinson and Commercial Waterproofing equips them to deliver outstanding year-round, scalable restoration capabilities and allows the company to offer a wider range of job opportunities.

“We’d already grown so much in the Omaha and Lincoln areas and had a great reputation for quality work, which meant that we were able to capture lots of projects. We were ready to grow beyond the work we were successfully getting, and Oklahoma is a perfect fit. We are excited to bring the full package of largescale restoration capabilities that we offer to this market,” said Tim McGill, president of McGill Restoration. “Both the Wilkinson Industrial and the Commercial Waterproofing teams have the talent and experience that complement what McGill has to offer.”

Since 1985, McGill Restoration has distinguished themselves with award-winning, nationally recognized projects, and they have a foundation of long-time customers. In 2015, McGill Restoration received the first of its four consecutive Inc. 5000 Awards for being one of the fastest growing (privately owned) companies in America. McGill Restoration still values the same philosophy and principles that started the company and believes strongly in their mission statement of “building relationships through craftsmanship.”

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Business neWs loveland Dance hall to now operate as Calvert Venue under new ownership Jayson Becker with BancWise Realty, Marty Fortney with Fortney Development, and Sam Kavan with Kavan Custom Construction have recently taken over ownership of LoveLand Dance Hall. The site will now be known as Calvert Venue and will continue to operate as an elegantly designed space that can hold up to 75 people. The establishment is suited for smallto mid-sized events, including weddings, graduations, Christmas parties, business seminars, and other events. In addition, Calvert Venue also has a partnership with the reputable Doorstep Diner Catering service to make your role as event host even easier. Reach out to them today to see why they are truly “The Place to Be”!

Calvert Venue came to be when Jayson and Marty first acquired the location and a mutual associate connected them with Sam as a third partner. Sam runs the day-to-day and client facing aspects of the venue while Jayson and Marty have been essential with remodeling the space and developing the catering partnership.

Calvert Venue offers easy and affordable space rental for any small- to mid-sized event. From weddings to business gatherings, the site can accommodate to any type of event you are looking to host. Calvert Venue is located at 3601 Calvert St., STE 33. For more information, call (402) 202-8304. The website will soon be live at calvertvenue.com.

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neW DaY Coffee + smoothies Moves into Krueger Development’s sierra suites Krueger Development is pleased to announce that NEW DAY Coffee + Smoothies has opened up a fourth location in their Sierra Suites building. Located at 7501 S 15th St., the new location features a drive-thru in addition to indoor and outdoor seating.

Customers can still expect the same bright, c heerful, and modern style seen inside the other NEW DAY stores.

NEW DAY Coffee + Smoothies is locally owned and operated and features real-fruit smoothies and specialty espresso drinks. Originating in Lincoln just two years ago, NEW DAY coffee is roasted right here in Lincoln. In addition to this new location, NEW DAY has a cafe at 4131 Pioneer Woods Dr.; a drive-thru at 5520 Old Cheney Rd.; and a drive-thru/café at 6740 Woodland Blvd. in Hickman. Their goal is to serve the best quality food and beverages and be a place where people from all walks of life can leave refreshed, revived, and encouraged. To learn more about NEW DAY, visit www.newday.cafe, follow them on Instagram (@newday.ne), or contact them at info@newday.cafe.

For more than 30 years, the family-owned and operated Krueger Development has contributed to Lincoln’s commercial and residential marketplace by developing communities, retail centers, and multifamily residences. For more information about available commercial spaces, contact Krueger Commercial Property Manager Allison Santana at (402) 423-7377 / asantana@kruegerdevelopment.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Business neWs tabitha’s intergenerational Community on Fast track to Become Reality Tabitha’s innovative InterGenerational (InterGen) Living Community, located at the corner of 48th and L Streets, is moving forward. Two distinct groups, Independent seniors (65+) and Bryan College of Health Science students, will call this $25 million, state-ofthe-art, InterGen Living Community home. Due to the overwhelming donor response and interest in this first-of-its-kind in the nation development, the project timeline has been moved up one full year.

Nonprofit Tabitha, Nebraska’s leading senior care provider, is publically announcing their $12.5 million dollar capital campaign.

(L-r) Committee Chairs A silent phase, which kicked off Kathi and Mark Hesser in April 2021, has resulted in with Tabitha President $7.5 million in gifts and pledges. and CeO Christie Hinrichs.

Early believers have provided tremendous energy and financial support to this project. Special thanks to Tabitha’s Board members, leadership team, and steering committee for leading the way, sharing their gifts of time, talent, and treasure. Tremendous gratitude to other major supporters of the campaign: the Abel Foundation, the Acklie Charitable Foundation, Brester Construction, the DF Dillon Foundation, Pinnacle Bank, and Union Bank & Trust. This early fundraising success drove the Tabitha Board of Directors to give the go ahead to begin construction in late February 2022. The plan is to raise the remaining funds while construction is underway.

“This vision to build community in a new way, which Tabitha is so boldly bringing to life, is meant to tackle three major challenges: 1) the epidemic of loneliness across generations, 2) a lack of moderately priced housing, and 3) the shortage of health care workers. We could not be more excited that Tabitha is bringing forth this courageous vision which will focus on intentionally building connections among neighbors.” shared Kathi Hesser. Serving as InterGen Steering Committee Chairs, Hesser and her husband Mark, president of Pinnacle Bancorp and Tabitha board member, have lent their time, expertise, and financial support in bringing this initiative to fruition.

“Loneliness is deadly and as we researched its impact, we were surprised to learn that college age students report an even higher degree of loneliness than seniors,” shared Christie Hinrichs, “That is why this matters so much— joy and gratitude will be felt across generations as wisdom, talents, and stories are transferred from one generation to the other.”

This is one of the most innovative strategies that nonprofit Tabitha has taken on in its 135+ year history. It is one of the biggest projects at the Lincoln campus in over a decade with a goal to create such a significant impact that they will be able replicate this model. A formal study is already underway in collaboration with researchers from Bryan College of Health Sciences.

This 150,000-square-foot-community will have a mix of 128 micro, studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Some of the many amenities offered include underground parking and gathering places both indoors and out, like a roof top terrace, fire pit, and dog run—each space designed to bring neighbors together.

Tabitha will formally break ground with a ceremony this spring.

The project is slated to open in late summer, early fall 2023. To learn how you can be a part of bringing this project to fruition, visit www.Tabitha/InterGen or call the Tabitha Foundation at (402) 486-8509. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

lincoln airport Receives Celebrate Business tourism Development award T h e L i n c o l n A i r p o r t wo n t h i s year’s Celebrate Business Tourism Development Award at the 2021 Celebrate Business Awards.

The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce held the 2021 Celebrate Business Awards at the Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel in early December, where they awarded six local businesses and two community members for their work. The event was an opportunity to showcase 2021’s most visionary and communitylincoln Chamber president driven businesses and individuals, Wendy Birdsall presents 2021 and highlight all of their contributions Celebrate Business tourism to the community. The Celebrate Development award to lincoln Business Tourism Development award airport’s David haring, a.a.e. recognizes the person or attraction that has exemplified creativity in the development of the tourism industry, which the Lincoln Airport was excited and grateful to receive.

The Lincoln Airport is owned and operated by The Lincoln Airport Authority, a public/military airport located five miles northwest of Lincoln that delivers more than $1.3 billion per year in value to the economy. LNK is a customer service, Nebraska-nice airport that connects the Lincoln community to the rest of the world. Check LNK every time you fly. For more information about flights and services, visit lincolnairport.com or call (402) 458-2480.

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Business neWs RentaVan hits 30-Year Mark in lincoln RENTAVAN, locally owned and operated, has made it to the 30year mark! The owners are proud of their team and their commitment to serving the Lincoln community over the past three decades. Among their achievements and milestones, RENTAVAN Lincoln is a six-time recipient of Penske’s “Best Customer Service” award. This is reinforced by the many raving reviews RENTAVAN Lincoln has received from satisfied customers on their business page.

With a variety of van sizes to meet your needs, RENTAVAN specializes in short-term rentals for churches, schools, teams, businesses, organizations, events, family, and personal use. Their low-mileage vans are well-maintained and thoroughly inspected before each rental to ensure a safe, reliable, and enjoyable ride. They are committed to providing exceptional service, a smooth rental process, and a guaranteed reservation every time. Whether you are in search of a rental vehicle for a family vacation, business trip, or anything in between, RENTAVAN has something for everyone.

To learn more about the RENTAVAN process or to view their rental inventory, go online to www.rentavanlincoln.com. If you would like to congratulate the team on 30 years, call (402) 421-3400.

BBB torch awards for ethics Returns in 2022 to Celebrate Businesses and Charities

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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Torch Awards for Ethics, formerly known as The BBB Integrity Awards, will return in 2022 to honor businesses and charities located in Metro Omaha, Southwest Iowa, the Kansas Plains, and South Dakota on September 21.

The Torch Awards for Ethics focus on a company’s demonstrated ethical business practices. Businesses and charities that have operated under the same ownership for three or more years and have an “A” rating with the BBB are eligible to apply. Independent panels of judges from the business, academic, and charitable arenas will select the award recipients. The BBB is introducing a simplified, digital application process that can be completed online. Virtual application workshops are available to those who are interested, and will be held February 25 from 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. and March 25 from 8 a.m.

– 9 a.m. Those interested should reach out to BBB Director of Public Relations & Communications Josh Planos at jplanos@bbbinc.org to reserve a workshop spot.

The award categories will vary based on the size of your business, from businesses with 1-4 employees to businesses with over 500 employees. Similarly, the charity award categories will be separated between charities with 1-24 employees and charities with over 25 employees. Award winners will receive a number of benefits, including recognition as an award winner in press releases, blog posts, social media, local advertisements, and BBB’s website.

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Business neWs Vic’s pizza adds More Deliciousness to their Menu with Boneless Wings, Dessert Vic’s Pizza knows that sometimes, somehow, Nebraska Pan Pizza just isn’t enough to sate your hunger; thankfully, they have some new items that should do the trick.

Try their juicy boneless chicken wings. Offered in both snack and meal sized portions, these golden crispy wings come smothered in your choice of eight sauces: three levels of buffalo heat, two BBQ’s, Asian inspired cilantro and sweet chili, tropical jerk, and classic garlic parmesan. Of course you can also request them “naked” where the sauce comes on the side, perfect for dipping. Before you throw in the towel, check out dessert! Vic’s digs into nostalgia with the classic Dirt Cup. Rich chocolate pudding, densely packed Oreo crumbs, and enough gummy worms to make any early bird happy. They also dare you to traverse the Quicksand: lemon pudding, golden Oreos, fruity Dyno-Bites®, and more worms!

Vic’s Pizza comes from the same imaginative creators of Honest Abe’s Burgers & Freedom. They’ve taken their signature approach using quality ingredients in unusual but delicious combinations and elevated the way you look at pizza. Their signature pizzas will take you on a deliciously wild ride and classics like traditional pepperoni taste unbelievable thanks to the amazing house-made crust. Vic’s Pizza is located at 8340 Glynoaks Dr., STE 100. To learn more, visit www.pizzavics.com and follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@thevicspizza).

naWiC presents time Management Myths Workshop February 22 The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Greater Omaha Chapter #116 will be holding a Time Management Myths Workshop on Tuesday, February 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at IMA 430 East Douglas Ave., fourth floor. Virtual attendance is also available through Zoom. A link will be sent via email after registration.

The workshop will be hosted by Mitch Savoie Hill of SavHill Consulting LLC, who is a certified professional coach, corporate trainer, and TEDx Speaker. Hill will bust the myths about managing the clock and the general concept of work/life balance, and provide practical tools that attendees can immediately apply to their day-to-day tasks.

These tools will allow all who attend to be able to organize in a way that best suits their thinking style, boost production, reduce unwanted traffic, and breathe easier in all areas of work and life! The cost for in-person attendance is $15 for NAWIC members and $25 for nonmembers, and virtual attendance is free for both members and nonmembers. Those interested in signing up for the Time Management Myths Workshop can register at www.eventbrite.com/e/nawic-timemanagement-myths-workshop-tickets-230419108757. For questions regarding the registration process, contact Heather Gonzalez at hgonzalez@adamsbrowncpa.com.

National Association of Women in Construction Greater Omaha Chapter #116 based in Omaha also encompasses Lincoln, Council Bluffs, and the surrounding areas. The chapter has over 60 members working in businesses whose primary focus is the construction industry. Meetings for the Greater Omaha chapter are on the second Thursday of each month and are open to the public. For more information, visit www.nawicomaha.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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leach Camper sales to participate in 53rd annual nebraska Boat, sports & travel show Leach Camper Sales of Lincoln is excited to share that they will be participating in the 53rd annual Nebraska Boat, Sports & Travel Show to take place February 4-6 at the Lancaster Event Center. For over 50 years, this show has been a must-attend event for outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen from all over Nebraska, Northern Kansas, and Western Iowa. As an exhibitor, Leach Camper Sales will have the opportunity to showcase their bestselling RV brands to the public with direct access to the experts.

Times for the show are Friday, February 4 from noon to 9 p.m.; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, February 5; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 6. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for children 5-12, and free for children 4 and younger.

Features for the 2022 line-up include “Twiggy the Water Skiing Squirrel”, “Flights of Honor”, and a petting zoo for all ages.

Back by popular demand, Twiggy has been performing for 28 years traveling all across the US, Canada, Bermuda, Paris, and Germany. “Flights of Honor” is an exhibit created by Patriotic Productions of Omaha and includes hundreds of photos of the flights from WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, and Female and Purple Heart Veterans of Iraq/Afghanistan.

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Business neWs Venue Restaurant & lounge presents silver oak Wine Dinner, Murder Mystery Dinner

lhRMa to host talent acquisition panel on February 8

Two exciting events are happening at Venue Restaurant & Lounge in February. First, on T h u r s d a y, F e b r u a r y 10, a special dinner featuring Executive Chef Andrew Spilker and Silver Oak Wines will take place at the restaurant. The five-course meal will feature bouillabaisse, cassoulet duck confi t, terras major medallions, smoked lamb chop, and a dessert charcuterie plate, each paired with a wine to complement the rich flavors of each dish. The dinner will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $120 per person and can be reserved by calling (402) 488-8368.

On Friday, February 11, Venue is taking the excitement to the Grand Manse for their 007 James Bond Murder Mystery Dinner.

Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to solve the murder in the historic Scottish Rite Ballroom before they find you. Registration and cocktails will begin at 6 p.m., with dinner to follow at 7 p.m.

Then, your table will have an opportunity to put the clues together and figure out who the killer is – prizes will also be awarded!

Tickets can be purchased at eventbrite.com by searching “007 James Bond Murder Mystery Dinner”. Venue will also be collecting socks for shelters at this event, and they invite you to bring new, unopened socks to be donated.

Venue Restaurant & Lounge is a part of PILLAR Restaurant Group.

Learn more at www.yourvenue.net.

Lincoln Human Resources Management Association (LHRMA) invites those interested to attend LHRMA’s February Program, Talent Acquisition Panel – Local Leaders. The panel is set for Tuesday, February 8, at Del Ray Ballroom. Join business leaders and community leaders for an opportunity to network with other local leaders over lunch. Registration and check-in is at 11:30 a.m., with lunch to follow and the panel to convene from noon to 1 p.m. This program will be also be available virtually via video. Anyone who registers for the virtual option will be sent a link to join prior to the program beginning. It is recommended that virtual attendees login at 11:50 a.m. for any pre-program announcements.

Panelists for this event include: Bryan Seck, chief talent management strategist, Kawasaki; Kaylie Hogan-Schnittker, director of talent strategy, LPED; Mackenzie Rath, president, Talent Plus; and Jenny Kroger, talent acquisition manager, Monolith. Registration cost is free for current LHRMA members, and $25 for non-LHRMA members. The deadline to register is Monday, February 7.

The mission of the Lincoln Human Resources Management Association is to provide for the interchange of ideas, experiences, and methods concerning the relationships between management and employees, and to provide professional ethics and acquaintanceship among those involved in professional human resource management. For more information regarding becoming a member, visit www.lincolnhr.org.

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Pemberly Place Senior Living Community in Lincoln has announced a new management partnership with MJ Senior Living to oversee day to day operations and help enhance the overall experience for its residents. MJ Senior Living is based in Wahoo, NE, and has over 20 years of successful senior living community management and ownership experience. With this new partnership, MJ Senior Living will provide its quality MJ Signature Senior Living Care programs for the Pemberly Place Community. Residents will enjoy personalized attentive care along with a life filled with engagement and purpose.

MJ Senior Living is already very familiar with the senior living and care needs of the Lincoln area from its existing management and ownership of Fallbrook Assisted Living & Memory Care here in Lincoln.

“We are so excited to be working with Pemberly Place in Lincoln,” said MaryLynne Bolden, owner and co-founder of MJ Senior Living.

“Pemberly Place is a wonderful senior living community for the Lincoln area that provides an excellent continuum of care campus which includes independent living, assisted living, and memory care.”

MJ Senior Living has more than 20 years of experience with hands-on and executive level management of senior housing communities. Their expertise is well rooted in ground up development, ownership, and management. MJ Senior Living manages and owns Nebraska senior living communities in Lincoln, Hastings, Ashland, Fremont, Bellevue, and La Vista. To learn more, visit mjseniorhousing.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Monthly Meeting for WisB to be held February 9 at Venue Restaurant & lounge Women in Sales & Business (WISB) will host their next monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The meeting will be hosted at Venue Restaurant & Lounge in the Lancaster/Nebraska room, located at 4111 Pioneer Woods Dr., STE 100. They will first hold their regular meeting, followed by a presentation from Allison Boltz. Allison is an emotional intelligence expert and will share her knowledge on why understanding EQ is so important. She will dig into the impact of using emotions to coach and how it leads to employee satisfaction, retention, and better relationships. Guests are welcome and current members are encouraged to attend with a guest. The cost to attend in-person is $16 for members with lunch, $10 without lunch, and FREE for first time guests.

All women attending should be prepared to make a brief introduction of themselves and their business. Register for the meeting on the WISB Facebook page (@wisblincoln).

Women in Sales & Business is dedicated to promoting their growth through the accumulation and sharing of knowledge, and they are always looking for new members to join their group. To learn more or inquire about membership, visit wisblincoln.org or contact (402) 472-8675.

Fit4lincoln ownership purchases the Driven academy and ambassadors sports in 2021 CJ Cooper, the owner of Fit4Lincoln and Three Pillars Performance, co-purchased two more businesses in 2021: The Driven Academy and Ambassadors Sports. At the end of 2020, CJ decided to leave his 20year career in banking to pursue his entrepreneurial dream of owning a gym that would help people reach their health and fitness goals.

Fit4Lincoln, a high-intensity interval/boot camp-style gym located at 1359 S 33rd St., allowed CJ to do just that. He became the official owner in January of 2021.

Three Pillars Performance is a sports and performance training program that Fit4Lincoln created within their facility, but The Driven Academy’s 11,000-square-foot training complex at 445 N 66th St. will provide a much larger and more equipped space for the program moving forward. The Driven Academy—complete with retractable cages for multi-purpose space and training aids such as balls, tees, pitching mats, and pitching machines—also offers one-on-one coaching, a membership so athletes can access the facility 24/7 to practice their skills, and recruiting advice to help navigate the process.

In addition, after being involved as a coach for about seven years, CJ jumped at the opportunity to purchase and serve as executive director for Ambassadors Sports, previously named Ambassador Basketball Association (ABA). Ambassadors Sports is faith-based sports club that organizes basketball, baseball, and eventually soccer tournaments for kids ages 8-18. Students have the opportunity to try out for a team and be a part of an enriching experience that will result in athletic and spiritual development.

For more information about Fit4Lincoln, Three Pillars Performance, The Driven Academy, or Ambassadors Sports, visit the websites: www.fit4lincoln.com / www.threepillarsperformance.com / www. thedrivenacademy.com / www.abasportsacademy.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Business neWs lincoln Chamber of Commerce to host annual Meeting on February 16

36th annual Chocolate lovers Fantasy set for February 12

The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce is ready t o we l c o m e C h a m b e r members and guests for the 2022 Annual Meeting on February 16 as they recognize recent accomplishments that were made possible by valued Chamber members. LCOC is excited to introduce the new Lincoln Chamber president, Jason Ball. Members are excited to help welcome Jason and hear directly from him on his direction of the Lincoln Chamber and goals for the future.

The 36th Annual Chocolate Lovers Fantasy will be held virtually on Saturday, February 12 at 7 p.m. — just in time for Valentine’s Day! This year, the Historic Haymarket District is excited to be partnering with The Mill Coffee & Tea and Eleanor Creative to present chocolate and wine tasting packages featuring local chocolatiers, bakeries, and restauranteurs. The packages will be delivered to up to 400 guests who will safely enjoy the event in the comfort of their own homes. The emcees, chefs, and wine expert will take guests on a chocolate and wine tour during this interactive live Zoom event. A silent auction will also be included to raise money for the Lincoln Haymarket Development Corporation (LHDC).

The Lincoln Haymarket Development Corporation, a nonprofit board, is committed to continuing the economic development, revitalization, preservation, and growth of Lincoln’s Historic Haymarket District. LHDC provides community events such as the Haymarket Farmers’ Market and promotes educational tools like the Haymarket Walking Tour and Historic Building Plaques. To learn more and reserve your spot at this year’s virtual Chocolate Lover’s Fantasy, go to www.lincolnhaymarket.org.

The featured speaker for 2022 is Molly Fletcher, referred to as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN and ESPN. Molly is a successful entrepreneur, author, and trailblazer in every sense of the word.

Attendees will hear the unconventional techniques that helped Molly Fletcher thrive as one of the first female agents in professional sports.

Representing hundreds of the biggest names in sports including John Smoltz, Tom Izzo, Erin Andrews, and Doc Rivers, her keynote address will motivate individuals to change their perspective, embrace challenge, and trade fear for curiosity.

The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce is Lincoln’s leading business organization, providing advocacy and connections to help businesses grow and thrive in Lincoln. They are committed to being a fivestar accredited collaborative partner in Lincoln’s success as a place of endless opportunities and work closely with their partner organizations. Learn more at www.lcoc.com.

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Business neWs true north improves Culture and Client services with traction and Cliftonstrengths True North Technologies, a Lincolnbased digital marketing firm founded

by Renee Sobotka, is excited to announce their recent addition of Traction and CliftonStrengths to improve culture and client services.

The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) has been used by thousands of businesses to help them get what they want and achieve success. This holistic approach to problem solving breaks down common issues facing companies into six key components. True North Technologies is applying Traction’s EOS strategies to ensure their team is directing its energy toward the same goal. As a result, their company culture and client services are improving in ways they’d never thought possible!

Millions of people have taken Gallup’s CliftonStrengths Assessment to clearly define their distinct natural talents. This allows them to unlock their true potential through a better understanding of themselves. The True North team considers their combination of unique differences to be one of their greatest assets. They regularly meet with a certified strengths coach to empower each other and maintain a strengths-based culture.

True North Technologies makes technology simple with website and mobile app development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), branding, Taponit, content writing, text message marketing, and social media management. For more information, visit www.go-tnt. com or call (402) 420-5101.

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Yield Champions announces Final upcoming training programs in nebraska for 2022 Yield Champions invites you to learn to grow profits and enhance yields by attending Conklin’s Pro Ag 1 Training Program. This two-day intensive brings together ag industry experts from throughout the country to help producers understand soil science and basic microbiology and chemistry in order to take their farming operations to the next level. Pro Ag Training curriculum will share key insights on Conklin’s soil and tissue testing systems, advanced nitrogen knowledge, biostimulants and seed treatments, Conklin’s AgroVantage® System products and technologies, and much more!

Join them for one or both of the two final events in Nebraska for 2022: • February 14 – 15, Lincoln • February 28 – March 1, La Vista Yield Champions has had the privilege of working with some of the best crop producers in America for over 40 years. Their goal is to equip farmers to better understand the challenges of the changing agricultural production industry. Through their educational programs, they believe they can help farmers of all sizes boost their yields, build their soils, and create a better environment while increasing their bottom line. They teach innovative approaches to soil science, fertility, and farming practices using cutting edge technologies, softer chemistry, and best farming practices. For more information about Yield Champions and upcoming training programs, visit 300BushelCorn.com or call Dennis Nun at (402) 430-7727. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Business neWs Forbes honors lutz as 2022 Best tax and accounting Firm for third Consecutive Year

legacy Retirement Communities participates in “Be a santa to a senior” program

Lutz, a Nebraska-based business solutions firm, has been named a 2022 Best Tax and Accounting Firm in America by Forbes. The list identifies 223 firms across the U.S. who are most recommended for their tax and/or accounting services. This is the third year in a row Lutz has been named to both the “Best Tax Firms” and “Best Accounting Firms” lists.

To generate the Best Tax and Accounting Firms list, Forbes partnered with research company, Statista, to distribute a survey to various tax and accounting professionals including CPAs, tax lawyers, accountants, CFOs, and more. The survey asked participants to select the top ten tax and top ten accounting firms they would recommend based on their professional experience. Nearly 4,400 recommendations were considered, and firms with the highest number of recommendations were awarded. In total, 200 companies were named as “America’s Best Accounting Firms,” 200 as “America’s Best Tax Firms”, and 177 were recommended for both tax and accounting, including Lutz.

Lutz is the business solutions firm for businesses and individuals seeking a partner to help energize and heighten financial and organizational success. Born and raised in Nebraska since 1980, with offices in Omaha, Lincoln, Hastings, and Grand Island, their experienced team simplifies complexities and provides expert tax, accounting, assurance, investment management, financial planning, recruiting, and technology solutions. For more information, visit www.lutz.us.

Legacy Retirement Communities partnered with Home Instead by participating in their “Be a Santa to a Senior” program, where employees signed up and donated gifts during the month of November to be gifted for Christmas. Career Counselor and Head of Employee Enrichment Counsel at Legacy Retirement Communities, Michaela Halvorson, coordinated the sign-up of Secret Santas and gift donations.

“We love being a part of such an amazing program that brings joy to members of the aging community in Lincoln during the holiday season,” Michaela shared.

Legacy Retirement Communities donated 50 gifts this year to their residents. This is the eighth year in a row that Legacy Retirement Communities has participated in the “Be a Santa to a Senior” program.

Legacy Retirement Communities continues to provide Lincoln with award-winning elegance, superior care, and countless reasons to live an enriched life. They offer independent living and assisted living at three Lincoln locations: The Legacy at 5600 Pioneers Blvd.; Legacy Terrace at 5700 Fremont St.; and Legacy Estates at 7200 Van Dorn St. Memory care is offered exclusively at Legacy Arbors at 3777 N 58th St. Legacy Retirement Communities is proud to still be a family operated business serving families for years to come. For more information, visit legacyretirement.com.

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Business neWs giving spirits evening Rotary Club to sponsor Speaker Event Addressing Human Trafficking Lincoln Giving Spirits Evening Rotary Club will sponsor an event on Tuesday, February 15, at 6 p.m. with special guest speaker Brooke Carlson, the executive director at Disrupting Traffick. Brooke will address the problem of human trafficking and what people can do to help prevent it in our community. The meeting will be held at the Joshua Collingsworth Memorial Foundation (JCMF) office at 8445 Executive Woods Dr. in Lincoln. To reserve your seat, please contact club president, Brad Brodersen, at brad.brodersen@yahoo.com.

Locally, members of Lincoln Giving Spirits Evening Rotary Club are dedicated people who share a passion for both community service and friendship. Becoming a Rotarian connects you with a diverse group of professionals who share your drive to give back.

Lincoln Giving Spirits Evening Rotary Club’s meetings occur every other week on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at JCMF Children’s Charities.

Meetings feature a new speaker on topics of interest to Rotarians, the town, and general subjects. The club accepts new members by invitation, but anyone is always welcome to attend a meeting as a guest. To learn more, visit www.givingspirtseveningrotary.com.

liBa to host annual Convention and auction on March 31 The Lincoln Independent Business Association’s (LIBA) 2022 Convention and Auction – Free Enterprise Celebration – is set for Thursday, March 31, at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

LIBA is looking forward to recognizing local business owners with awards for their service to the Lincoln business community. Join over 500 business and community leaders for a fun evening filled with networking, fundraising, and supporting local!

The auction will begin at 5 p.m. Attendees will be able to bid on silent auction items throughout the night. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m., during which LIBA will conduct an awards presentation to honor business leaders in the Lincoln community. The award categories include: Enterprising Gambler, Community Impact, LIBA Champion, Free Enterprise, Business Owner of the Year, and Lincoln Young Professional. Following the awards ceremony will be the live auction.

If you would like to donate or underwrite an item for this year’s event, email chris@liba.org.

Money raised during the evening from the live and silent auctions provides funding for a variety of programs and initiatives supported by both LIBA and the LIBA Foundation. Most notably, proceeds raised at the event go towards funding over $15,000 in youth scholarships.

These scholarships are made available to high school seniors in Lancaster County who will be continuing their education at a 2- or 4-year accredited post-secondary Nebraska school.

The Lincoln Independent Business Association provides leadership and educational opportunities to Lincoln’s business community.

To learn more or purchase a ticket to the convention, call (402) 466-3419 or visit liba.org. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Restaurant Exposé

Nebraska-Style Pizza Has Arrived in Lincoln Vic's Pizza has taken over the Sebastian's Table space with their trademark reimagining of pizza offerings. Our team was able to get a first-look, or rather first-taste, of these innovative recipes. Of Vic's seven signature pizzas, we tried four—each one delivering something different than the last. We enjoyed The Stamp Collector. This pizza puts all other meat lover's pizzas to shame with Vic's yummy house red sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, Italian sausage, meatballs, smoky mushrooms, black olives, and caramelized onions. Underneath the toppings, the Roasted Garlic Cream Cheese is the secret sauce that brings it all together. Fun fact about the name of this pizza: Vic, the grandpa of owner-cousin duo Erik Hustad and Gabe Lovelace and the restaurant's namesake, had an enthusiastic love for collecting stamps. He believed each one had a story to tell! Another fun fact: Eleanora, the cocktail bar connected to Vic's Pizza, is named after Erik's and Gabe's grandmother.

The next pizza we tried was the Nebraska Pizza Massacre. The list of ingredients might raise eyebrows, especially the peanut butter sauce, but we were delighted with the unusual combination. It really embodies the Nebraska spirit with the use of sweet corn, paired with mozzarella, broccoli, sweet potato fries, red onion, pickled apples, and cornbread streusel.

The big crowd pleaser was the Breakfast for Mr. Jones pizza. It's already getting the reputation for the best breakfast pizza in town!

We really liked the white sauce it's made with, which is a "wonderfully seasoned rich country gravy, similar to Alfredo without the added cheese." Breakfast for Mr. Jones also features breakfast sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and tater-tots.

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Vic's Pizza's corporate chef, Justin Fullerton, put a delicious spin on the BBQ Chicken Obligation as well with its smoked gouda and fried chicken nuggs. It would be hard to get sick of this one because of how fresh it is. The secret?

Vic's ensures its dough ferments for three days to achieve the most flavorful results. All of the pizzas on the menu are heighten by this fresh, thick, and chewy dough.

The bread that Vic's doesn't use at the end of the day is donated to the Food Net. To give patrons a nice variety, Vic's Pizza also has boneless wings on the menu. There are currently eight kinds to choose from. We highly recommend the Magik Sauce Wings.

These are nicely laced with a cilantro spiced sweet chile, which gives them that perfect balance between sweet and savory. You can't find other wings like this in Lincoln—it's a chef's special! We tip our hats to you, Justin.

The other flavors include traditional buffalo, honey buffalo, ghost buffalo (for those of you who enjoy pain), brown sugar BBQ, spicy BBQ, Jamaican jerk, and creamy garlic parmesan (an editor's favorite). They also have naked wings.

To round out your dining or to-go ordering experience at Vic's Pizza, you can select one of their mouth-watering breadsticks and/or a salad. There are housemade dipping sauces and dressings to choose from as well. For those of you who are still mourning Sebastian's Table, you'll be happy to know that Vic's Pizza kept the famous red and white Sangrias, which can be ordered to-go! There are 6-packs of beer and coke products available too.

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tips For Your 2022 health insurance policy • Set up your payment method with the insurance carrier. Each company offers options that include an automatic deduction from your bank account, credit card, or direct bill. Premiums are due on the first of the month. If it is not paid by the end of the month, your policy can be cancelled for non-payment. Please don’t let that happen.

• The fastest way to set up payment options and to access information about your benefits and claims is to use the member portal that each insurance carrier offers. You will receive directions about setting it up in your new policy information. Or, you can give ComPro a call and we can walk you through the process.

• We most often think of our health insurance as a resource when we are sick or injured. However, insurance companies promote wellness activities as an effective way to reduce illnesses. In fact, there are several Rewards Programs that give you an incentive in the form of dollars to get your physical, take off some pounds, get a mammogram, and more. Check out your carrier’s Rewards Program details.

• If you had health insurance through healthcare.gov for any portion of 2021, you will need Form 1095 when you file your tax return.

Form 1095 reports how much Premium Tax Credit you used each month in 2021. Your tax preparer uses this information to determine whether you used more or less than you are eligible to receive. If you used less than your eligibility, you may be eligible for a refund.

If you used more, then you may have to pay back the excess.

• Individual health plans do not offer network providers when you are away from the service area that your plan covers. So, what are you going to do if you need medical attention?

1. emergency Services: These are always covered. You just need to go to the closest place that can care for you.

2. urgent Care Services: These services are generally covered, too. It would be smart to understand how this benefit works before you travel.

3. Telehealth Services: This is always available as an in-network benefit. If your carrier uses an app to access telehealth, then download the app and set up your profile so that you are ready to use it whenever needed.

For more information or assistance with any of the above items, contact our ComPro Team at (402) 488-5100 and we’ll be happy to help you and answer any of your questions!

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FIT4LINCOLN, THE DRIVEN ACADEMY, AMBASSADORS SPORTS Meet CJ Cooper, owner of Fit4Lincoln and Three Pillars Performance, co-owner of The Driven Academy, and executive director/ co-owner of Ambassadors Sports.

Tell us a little about your businesses. - Fit4Lincoln, located at 1359 S 33rd St., is a high-intensity interval gym that is passionate about helping people achieve their health, fitness, and fat-loss goals. We’re on a mission to expose and engage 20% of the city’s population to a healthy and fit lifestyle by the year 2025—through not only our workout facilities, but through the numerous community programs we are involved in. Three Pillars Performance is an extension of the Fit4Lincoln brand, offering multi-week sports and performance training sessions throughout the year.

We recently purchased The Driven Academy, which is an 11,000-squarefoot training facility at 445 N 66th St. Three Pillars Performance will now operate within The Driven Academy facility, bringing its structure and philosophy along with it to replace what was has been known as Driven Power. The Driven Academy also offers one-on-one coaching, a membership so athletes can access the facility 24/7, and recruiting advice to help navigate the process. Finally, Ambassadors Sports, previously Ambassador Basketball Association (ABA), is a faith-based sports club that organizes basketball, baseball, and eventually soccer tournaments in Lincoln and beyond. I’ve been involved with Ambassadors Sports as a coach for about seven years, and I was excited to become a part owner in August 2021 when the opportunity arose.

How did you get started in the business? - I recently left a 20-year professional career in banking to pursue my calling for entrepreneurship.

I get to work with people every day in their faith, health, and fitness, all while leading various sports and ministry opportunities. Each organization we own/operate has a range of start dates for people, from 9 months to 20 years old, and they all fit together extremely well.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? - Worklife balance. Being a business owner is more than just a “full-time” job.

It becomes part of everything you do. Making sure to spend time at home and still be a good husband and father is difficult when you are trying to build businesses. I’m still working on prioritizing, and I’m better than I started…it’s about progress, not perfection.

Tell us a little about your family. - I’ve been with my amazing wife for over 20 years. We have four kids—a 17-year-old son, 15-yearold daughter, 13-year-old son, and 1-year-old daughter. We also have two dogs, two cats, and a guinea pig.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - Spend time with our family. We like to vacation, go hiking, be active, play games, or just have time together with nothing on our calendars….which is rare.

Who inspires you? - My wife and children. My wife is the glue that holds us together. She is the calm in my chaos. My faith and my family are the reasons I do everything. I also surround myself with a great “Band of Brothers” that keep me accountable and focused.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - I have two, both are from scripture: “A man may plan his way, but the Lord directs his steps.” – Proverbs 16:9. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not in your own understanding.

In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your path straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6.

What is your favorite book or the last good book you read? - The Bible, specifically the book of Proverbs and the Gospels.

If our readers would like to contact you, how should they do so? (402) 413-2113; fit4lincoln@gmail.com / ccooper@thedrivenacademy. com; www.fit4lincoln.com / www.threepillarsperformance.com / www. thedrivenacademy.com / www.abasportsacademy.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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CHARM BOUTIQUE & BAR Meet Lindsey Tederman, owner of Charm Boutique & Bar. Tell us a little about your business. - Charm Boutique & Bar is just that—a clothing boutique with a bar! We have a full bar open for shoppers who might want to sip while shopping. We are located in the Telegraph District near downtown.

How did you get started in the business? - I opened a small town boutique in Gothenburg, NE in 2013. It is still open, although in a smaller location currently. I then opened another one in North Platte and now am excited to start the newest adventure in the capital city with champagne in hand!

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? - Knowing and adapting to the changing buying habits . How do you get individuals into a brick and mortar shop when they have the luxury and convenience of online shopping? What new experience can you give them?

What has been your most important achievement professionally? Before I got into the boutique business, I was a journalist. I was named the editor at the Clipper-Herald in Lexington, NE. Tell us a little about your family. - I have two wonderful kids, a 14-yearold son named Boone and an 11-year-old daughter named Bodey. I have a wonderful boyfriend named Jeremy from Lincoln who helped inspire me to open this boutique. He has three kids, who have become an important part of my life too.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - I love my tight-knit group of friends, who I strive really hard to spend time with. I also am very involved with my kids and volunteering for all of their activities.

What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? - I started off my journalism career right after college in Fayetteville, NC, where I also got a job as an afternoon radio personality.

Who inspires you? - My parents. Both are educators. Their calling is to serve others and they always put those in need before themselves.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - What is right isn’t always popular, and what is popular isn’t always right.

If you could choose only one descriptive word to be remembered as, what would it be? - Kind.

If you had a theme song, what would it be? - Cheesy but, “I’m A Survivor” by Destiny’s Child.

What is your greatest talent that you don’t utilize in your daily work life? - I can handle a basketball pretty well!

Which talent would you most like to have? - Either public speaking or being more tech-savvy.

What local nonprofit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? - I’ve become more aware of CEDARS. I’m close with several families who I admire that have foster children, which have led to adoption. Giving kids a loving home is one of the most important things an adult can give a child.

What is your favorite TV show? - Schitt’s Creek.

What is your favorite local restaurant? - I love Lazlo’s!

If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be? - Janis Joplin. I did a biography paper on her in high school, and I’ve always thought she was a cultural changer.

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What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - Spend time with my family.

Who inspires you? - My older brother Andy Clements. He has always been one to fight against the current and live life on his terms. He is amazingly intelligent and has overcome amazing obstacles. He has shown me that no matter what task lies ahead, the only way to accomplish it is to knuckle down and get it done.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - “Life is like a river, sometimes you just have to sit back and float with the current.” – Bruce Fischer If you could choose only one descriptive word to be remembered as, what would it be? - Dependable.

If you had a theme song, what would it be? - “Vacation” by the Dirty Heads. The song talks about having fun in your work and treating every day as a vacation, and if the place you work at isn’t conducive to that, then you’re in the wrong place. Luckily, while not every day feels like a vacation, I find more do than don’t at ServiceMaster thanks to the amazing co-workers and the atmosphere Jon and Angela Paolini have fostered as owners of the franchise.

If you could choose any other profession to be successful in, what would it be? - Engineering.

What is your favorite book or the last good book you read? - The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton.

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Meet Daniel J. Duncan, executive director of the Nebraska Innovation Campus Development Corporation.

Tell us a little about your business. - Nebraska Innovation Campus (NIC) is designed to facilitate new and in-depth partnerships between the University of Nebraska and private sector businesses. We connect the talents of experts, companies, and the university through space, place, programs, and events to create a unique culture of innovation.

NIC is home to and welcomes companies of all sizes. Called NIC Partners, organizations leasing space at NIC are a mix of startups, medium-sized companies, and larger companies.

How did you get started in the business? - I begin my tenure with UNL in 1987 when I accepted the position of operations manager at the University of Nebraska Panhandle Research and Extension Center in Scottsbluff, NE. In 1991, I was named the director of the University of Nebraska Agricultural Research and Development Center (now the Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center) near Mead, NE. In the early 2000s, I served as the assistant director of the Nebraska Agricultural Experiment Station on a part-time basis, and in February 2008, I accepted the position of assistant dean and director of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Agricultural Research Division. I accepted my current role in October 2011 and have enjoyed playing a key role in the development of Nebraska Innovation Campus.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? Effectively communicating a vision and why I believe in the vision—a challenge many are faced with. A strong vision creates buy-in from stakeholders and drives momentum.

What has been your most important achievement professionally?

- Developing Nebraska Innovation Campus into what it is today, and what it will continue to grow into, is certainly a highlight. Nebraska Innovation Campus started as an idea and today it is 550,000 square feet of constructed space that houses companies and programs that are critical economic drivers for NIC, the University, the Lincoln community, and the state of Nebraska.

Tell us a little about your family. - I have been married to Dr. Paula Harre for 21 years. We enjoy traveling and Husker sporting events.

What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life? - The first was the cattle market crash of 1985. My family quit farming and ranching as a result of the market crash, and I began working for UNL. The second was marrying Paula.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - Golf and spending time with friends and family.

Who inspires you? - People who do what they think is right and do not just follow the crowd.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - “Poor planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on my part.”

If you had a theme song, what would it be? - “Life’s Been Good”

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What local nonprofit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? - The Food Bank of Lincoln. No one should go hungry in this country.

What is your favorite movie? - McLintock starring John Wayne.

What is your favorite local restaurant? - Las Margaritas.

If our readers would like to contact you, how should they do so?

- (402) 472-5535; dduncan1@unl.edu; www.innovate.unl.edu. To take a virtual tour of NIC, please visit nebraskainnovationcampus.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Meet Lori Yant, production assistant at Sign Pro of Lincoln.

Tell us a little about your business. - Sign Pro is a full-service sign company that has been providing signage and graphics in the area for over 25 years. We make signs for business fronts, real estate signs, yard signs, vehicle wraps or decals, banners, and vinyl of all kinds.

How did you get started in the business? - I wanted something that wasn’t behind a desk and still let me use my creativity. I looked for many different options and Sign Pro stood out most, luckily I stood out to them, too.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? - Getting up on really tall ladders! Heights aren’t what is scary, it’s the ladders.

What has been your most important achievement professionally? Being trusted to go out and do jobs on my own.

Tell us a little about your family. - I’m married and we have a 10-year-old son.

What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life? When my son was born. It changed how I viewed things.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - Cross stitch, hang with my family, watch or go to sporting events, nap, go camping, or garden.

What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? - I followed a 40 horse hitch across Iowa for about two weeks with my grandparents and brother as a kid in their mini home. We got to ride the hitch, help with the horses, and camped out at every stop.

Who inspires you? - My son, my husband, and my parents.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - “There’s no place like home.”

If you could choose only one descriptive word to be remembered as, what would it be? - Weird.

If you had a theme song, what would it be? - “Cover Me In Sunshine”

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If you could have a super power, what would it be? - To fly, it would make traveling a lot easier and I could visit more places.

What is your greatest talent that you don’t utilize in your daily work life? - Cooking, I grew up helping my mom in the kitchen and have continued honing the skills on my own.

Which talent would you most like to have? - Being a faster reader.

If you could choose any other profession to be successful in, what would it be? – Park ranger so I could get paid to explore the outdoors.

What local nonprofit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? – Capital Humane Society. All animals deserve to be loved by someone.

What is your favorite book or the last good book you read? – Star Girl by Jerry Spinelli.

What is your favorite movie? – Wizard of Oz. What is your favorite local restaurant? – Muchachos.

If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be? – Pink. As an outcast growing up, she made me feel like I would be okay.

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Tell us a little about your business. - Aceso Total Healthcare is a modern approach to medicine. We combine natural and traditional therapies to help our members achieve total health. Under the direction of a medical physician, we focus on creating a personalized, proactive, and evidence-based approach to medicine that allows you to protect and preserve your health. We offer integrative healthcare services, including hormone replacement therapy, acupuncture, medical and sports massage, movement therapy, yoga, and health coaching.

How did you get started in the business? - My husband, Dr. Todd Roberts MD, and I noticed an opportunity to provide a new health care option to the Lincoln community and across the country. We decided to pull our skillsets together and created Aceso Total Healthcare. With his medical expertise and my business experience, we make a great team!

We have a lot of fun at work and are very proud to provide a suite of affordable and proactive health care services to our clients.

What has been your most important achievement professionally?

- Bridging the gap between management and employees or between healthcare workers and clients. Simply put, there is nothing more rewarding than helping others achieve their career and health goals.

Tell us a little about your family. - My husband and I met while attending UNL. Thirty-five years later, we are still loving life together.

We are very career-oriented. Todd is an emergency physician at Bryan East and West, and at Beatrice Hospital. He is also a certified Medical Acupuncturist. I built a career through Corporate America in the field of human resources and business management. We have a beautiful and “very” protective 9-year-old German Shepherd. Our careers gave us the opportunity to live in many different states across the country. We finally found our way back to Nebraska which we have always called home.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - Anything associated with travel and the outdoors—sailing, scuba diving, hiking, biking, mountain climbing, kayaking, fishing, walking the dog, etc.

What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? - I own a martial arts school called Aikido of Nebraska. This is a Japanese martial art focused on self-defense and character building. I’m a 3rd degree black belt and have the privilege to head up the youth program. Teaching personal safety, awareness, discipline, respect, and the importance of community service is very rewarding. Also, I hiked through snow on the equator. In other words, I climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and keep climbing every day to reach my goals.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - “To injure an opponent is to injure yourself. To control aggression without inflicting injury is the art of peace.” – Morihei Ueshiba If you could choose only one descriptive word to be remembered as, what would it be? - Adventurous.

What local nonprofit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? - Friendship Home. I’ve seen the powerful changes that this organization has provided to women and children within our community.

What is your favorite movie? - Second Hand Lions. This movie captures the power of living life to its fullest.

If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be? - My Dad. He is a husband, friend, counselor, and minister, all wrapped up in one. That’s rather famous in my book!

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Hulewicz has 30 years of leadership experience in healthcare management and 18 years of experience as an office manager in hospice; the past 13 of those with HoriSun Hospice. She has extensive experience in finance, coding, and billing operations in a variety of medical organizations, including physician practices, hospital, skilled nursing, and home health settings.

Current shareholders of HoriSun Hospice include Bob Bleicher, M.D., and Susan Burkey. Of Hulewicz’s promotion, Dr. Bob Bleicher states, “Nancy has been an integral part of the excellent work HoriSun Hospice provides to patients, their families, and referring caregivers. Nancy’s knowledge and guidance have been key to the success of this company.”

HoriSun Hospice was established in 2004 and is privately and locally owned. The mission of HoriSun Hospice, Inc. is to deliver the highest level of holistic hospice care with honor and respect for patients and their families. HoriSun Hospice provides help, hope, and comfort to those facing a life-limiting illness. Their vision is to be the most respected, compassionate, and utilized hospice provider, serving people of all backgrounds. For more information about HoriSun Hospice, please call (402) 484-6444 or visit www.horisunhospice.com.

Jeff Melichar Becomes third-generation owner of Melichar’s 66 Jeff Melichar has become an official partowner of Melichar’s 66, located downtown on the corner of 9th and P Streets, making him a part of a three-generation legacy.

Jeff’s grandfather started the business in October 1969 and Jeff’s father Bruce partnered with him after he graduated high school a few years later. Jeff has basically grown up at the station, working there since the summer of 1997. As the business evolved into using computers to track parts, order inventory, and invoicing, Jeff gravitated toward those aspects of the job. All the while, he was learning how to repair vehicles from his father and other technicians. He also took trainings offered through Napa Auto Parts and Phillips 66 on vehicle repair and running a service station. After years of serving a Melichar’s 66’s invoice writer and front-end manager, Jeff decided to officially partner with his dad in January 2022 as he starts his journey into retirement.

“It has been a wonderful experience for me to watch my father run the shop and learn how to be a respectable businessman over the last 20+ years,” said Jeff. “Being able to take his wisdom and knowledge and pair it with modern technology has only continued our success as a local family business. I pride myself on being able to treat our customers fairly and greet them as friends. To continue the business my grandfather started is a matter of pride. I enjoy the connections and relationships I have made over the years here.”

Jeff has a 12-year-old son named Griffin and three dogs at home. He is a big Husker fan and will also travel to Kansas City for Chiefs football or Sporting KC soccer games. Jeff also loves to cook, go to movies and concerts, and spend time with his close-knit family.

Specializing in all aspects of vehicle repair and engine diagnostics, Melichar’s 66 services all makes and models. They also have a 24-hour towing service and include full-service fueling. To learn more, visit the Facebook page or call (402) 474-3335. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Commonwealth electric announces Changes to leadership team Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is pleased to announce some exciting changes within the company’s leadership. Mic hael Price has been named CEO of the company. Michael, a 30+ year employee of Commonwealth, succeeds David Firestone and assumed responsibilities on January 1. After 34 years with the company, former CEO and original company founder, David Firestone has retired.

“With some big shoes to fill I know Michael Michael price is up for the task,” said Firestone. “I’m very proud of Michael and, under his leadership, the company will be in very good hands. He’s the right man for the job and he and his team will continue to be the new foundation for CECM (Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest)! Congratulations Michael!”

Michael has served as president of the company since 2019 and as president/ CEO, Michael will continue as the visionary and integrator for the company. He will Billy Friesen guide the company’s leadership team and serve on the company’s board of directors.

Additionally, Billy Friesen has been named corporate secretary.

As secretary-treasurer and chief fi nancial offi cer, Billy will continue to oversee Commonwealth’s financial operations and administrative services. Billy joined the company in 2014 and has facilitated the company’s transition to a 100% employeeowned company. Commonwealth’s former corporate secretary and original company founder, Glen Moss, has retired after 34 years with the company.

At Commonwealth, they have identified a set of core values that defi ne their company: Customers, Employees, Character, and Mastery. They seek out people who are passionate about these same values.

Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is a 100% employee-owned, full-service electrical, and low voltage specialty contractor located in Arizona, Iowa, and Nebraska. Commonwealth employs approximately 900 people across eight locations and is very active in the bid, negotiated, and service markets in all areas of the industry including commercial, healthcare, industrial, institutional, mission-critical, and exposition services. To learn more, visit commonwealthelectric.com. february 2022 Strictly Business 27

peRsonnel neWs health at home Consultants Brings on apRn andrea Zurcher to house-Call practice

Choices treatment Center adds Mike sciandra as education and outreach Coordinator

Health At Home Consultants recently hired Andrea Zurcher, board certifi ed by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (APRN), as a family nurse practitioner. Zurcher began her career in healthcare in 2004 as a CNA/med aide and received her BSN in 2007. She has worked in a hospital and as a substitute school nurse. She has been an APRN since 2016 while working at CHI Clinic Quick Care for the last five years. Zurcher lives in Lincoln with her husband, two children, and a yellow lab. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, and going to concerts. She is passionate about holistic care, wellness, and toxin-free living.

The Health at Home Consultants team has found a perfect business niche in homecare. They can perform and interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays, flu shots, pneumonia vaccines, and all other injections; diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, infections, and injuries; prescribe medications and other treatments; and manage a patient’s care while maintaining continual communication with the primary care physician. To learn more, visit www. healthathomeconsultants.com or contact Jamie Peters, MSN, APRN and founder, at (402) 875-2500.

Choices Treatment Center is pleased to announce that Mike Sciandra has joined their team as education and outreach coordinator. In this role, Mike will handle marketing duties along with educating businesses, schools, community groups, churches, and other organizations about gambling addiction awareness and treatment resources.

One of Mike’s first projects will be to coordinate efforts in conjunction with Problem Gambling Awareness Month in March. Choices works with city and state leaders throughout Nebraska to acquire proclamations regarding problem gambling awareness. These proclamations will be on display at various locations in Lincoln, including the Nebraska State Capitol.

Choices Treatment Center is an outpatient treatment and recovery facility committed to helping individuals overcome problems related to gambling, substance abuse, and mental health through a holistic approach so all co-occurring issues may be addressed. If you or a loved one is struggling with an addiction or mental health issue, please call Choices’ 24-hour helpline at (402) 476-2300. If your organization would like additional information or to request a presentation, please email Mike at mikesciandrachoicesneb@gmail. com or visit www.choicestreatmentcenter.com.

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peRsonnel neWs sp group Welcomes Back Jessica Fairbanks as Full-time team accountant SP Group, PC is excited to welcome back former tax intern Jessica Fairbanks to the firm, where she will serve as a full-time team accountant and, concurrently, will be sitting for the CPA exams. Jessica is a Hutchinson, KS native and is a recent graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a master’s in professional accountancy. She believes that SP’s most important core value is relationships, and values the importance of building and maintaining relationships. By utilizing her background as a Clifton Strengths coach, she looks forward to fostering positive relationships with coworkers and future clients. In her free time, Jessica enjoys being outdoors and plans to compete in triathlons this year. She is also an avid world-wide traveler, and has already visited eight countries and looks forward to visiting more in the coming years.

SP Group, P.C. serves growth-oriented companies and talented individuals in the Midwest, with the goal of making sure that their clients have the support they need to feel confident about their financial future.

They have a capacity to develop long-term relationships in order for their clients to be successful and achieve their financial goals. Meet the rest of the SP Group team at spgrouppc.com/meet-the-team. For more information, follow SP Group on Facebook (@SPGroup,P.C.), visit their website spgrouppc.com, or call (402) 420-7758.

hani Qassem and Darin Cielocha of Farris engineering pass exams Recently, two employees of Farris Engineering successfully completed two major exams!

Hani Qassem, electrical engineer, passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

The FE exam is generally the first step in the process to becoming a professional licensed engineer. It is designed for recent graduates and students who are close to finishing an undergraduate engineering degree from an EAC/ABET-accredited program. Hani recently graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor of Science hani Qassem degree in Electrical Engineering.

Darin Cielocha, business development executive, passed the Building Enclosure Commissioning Certification exam. This twopart exam covers commissioning process principles, building science, architectural details and interfaces, building enclosure testing, and the building enclosure commissioning process. With these credentials, Darin will be recognized for his building enclosure expertise and commissioning skills.

Since its beginning in 1967, Farris Engineering Darin Cielocha has been an industry leader in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering. With LEED AP+ staff, fire protection engineers, certified geothermal designers, lighting designers, and commissioning agents on staff, Farris is comfortable with the complicated and brings the experience and innovation to provide unique project-specific designs that allow their clients to not be constrained by convention and have the freedom to go beyond the standard. They look forward to tackling your projects head-on with this talented team of employee-owners as they Bring your Buildings to Life. To learn more, visit www.farris-usa.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Kristina Hill of HomeShield Roofing & exteriors named 2021 Forbes next 1000 Kristina Hill, co-owner of HomeShield Roofing & Exteriors, was recently named to the final installment of the 2021 Forbes Next 1000.

The Forbes Next 1000 is a list of inspiring entrepreneurs and small business leaders who are redefining what it means to build and run a business amid the new normal surrounding the pandemic. The list spotlights 1,000 entrepreneurs, many from diverse, underrepresented communities, who are announced each quarter in installments of 250 standouts. In addition to being a co-owner of HomeShield, Kristina also founded Harness & Heels – Women in Roofing, a group of more than 1,100 women from across the U.S. and Canada that supports, educates, and empowers women in the industry.

HomeShield Roofing & Exteriors is a husband and wife owned roofing, siding, window, gutters, and stone company serving Lincoln, Omaha, and the surrounding areas. They specialize in both residential and commercial work and would be happy to assist you no matter the scope of your next project. From insurance restoration, replacements due to age, to new construction projects, they’re here when you need them! For more information about HomeShield Roofing & Exteriors, visit their Facebook page (@HomeShieldNE) or website at homeshieldroofingandexteriors.com. february 2022 Strictly Business 29

peRsonnel neWs southeast Community College announces Caleb greenleaf Commercial Real estate Welcomes Berg as administrative Director of senCap Donte Jackson as Facility Manager Southeast Community College (SCC) has announced Caleb Berg as the new administrative director of the SENCAP (Southeast Nebraska Career Academy Partnership)/Dual Credit Advantage program. Berg most recently worked at the college in Continuing Education, and prior to that he worked for the State of Nebraska in workforce training and program development. He received his B.S. in Health and Fitness Management from Iowa State University and his M.S. in Administrative Studies from Boston College.

“I am excited to begin my new position at SCC and for the opportunity to further build the SENCAP and DC Advantage programs,” stated Berg.

SENCAP offers several pathways for high school juniors and seniors to earn college credits for half the cost. It is also a way to explore different career opportunities while getting hands-on experiences.

There are currently 47 school districts within SCC’s 15-county service area taking advantage of the program. For more information about SENCAP, visit www.southeast.edu/sencap.

Southeast Community College is committed to providing accessible, dynamic, and responsive education in more than 50 programs to a diverse variety of students. They have degree, diploma, and certificate options. SCC is proud to have a staff of engaging, encouraging, and accomplished professors and educators. To learn more, visit www.southeast.edu.

Donte Jackson has joined the Greenleaf Commercial Real Estate team as their new facility manager! Donte has extensive experience in the facilities maintenance and construction fields. He has worked for CIP as a maintenance technician, Seldin as a lead maintenance technician, and Brester Construction. Donte enjoys solving maintenance issues for tenants, working with people, and ensuring that all of Greenleaf’s managed properties perform at the highest level. His responsibilities in the new position include coordinating all repairs, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, overseeing all vendors working at Greenleaf buildings, and handling all 24/7 emergency response situations.

Donte is a 2011 graduate of Lincoln NorthStar High School. He is the cofounder of Welcome Home Supportive Housing, a nonprofit organization that provides affordable transitional and permanent housing and supportive services to homeless or near homeless individuals and their families. Donte is also an active volunteer with the People’s City Mission.

Greenleaf Commercial Real Estate is a full-service commercial real estate company offering professional asset management services and brokerage services including leasing, sales, acquisitions, consulting, and development. They believe in building relationships and strive to understand each client’s objectives and develop a strategy to meet their specific needs. For more information on Greenleaf Commercial Real Estate, call (402) 467-2525 or check out the website at www. greenleafcommercial.com.

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peRsonnel neWs staci Deger Joins FniC as sales executive, Commercial insurance FNIC Group is excited to announce the addition of Staci Deger to their team.

Staci joined FNIC in November and will offi ce in Lincoln, focusing on property and casualty insurance and the risk management needs of businesses. Staci earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She began her career in the insurance field at an agency in her hometown of Falls City, NE. From there, she worked for commercial insurance carriers for 15+ years. She has now been in the industry in a marketing and underwriting capacity for almost 20 years. Staci’s favorite part of her job with FNIC is meeting new people and building strong, long-lasting relationships. She is passionate about finding solutions that fit a client’s risk management needs.

FNIC is the largest family-owned insurance agency in Nebraska.

They are a regional market leader for insurance and financial benefits. Their reach extends across Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota, and Illinois with 33 locations. Their team of over 250 employees offers risk management solutions for: commercial insurance, employee benefits, surety bonds, farm and crop insurance, and personal insurance. FNIC’s new Lincoln location is located at 601 R St. (across from the Pinnacle Bank Arena). Visit fnicgroup.com for Staci’s contact information. For questions about FNIC, contact Community Leader Chris Smith or Chief Sales Officer Amy Argo at (402) 861-7000 / ContactFNIC@fnicgroup.com.

Christian Record services promotes Joshua Kittleson and Dennis tejada Christian Record Services is excited to announce the promotion of Joshua Kittleson and Dennis Tejada! Joshua Kittleson was promoted to assistant director for Member Services and Studio, where he will continue to support members daily, collaborate with Department Director Kalvin Follett to refine and implement service level standards for high member satisfaction, maintain the member database and online library, produce audio projects, and conduct research and assessment for Member Services and the ministry’s Joshua Kittleson PhoneFaith daily call-in program for people who are blind. Kittleson has worked at the ministry for the past 10 years.

Dennis Tejada was promoted to Braille and print manager, where he will oversee and process Braille embossing and print projects and provide a variety of other support services for the ministry. With his background in IT, Tejada also helps troubleshoot issues that arise with office technology and equipment. He has served at the ministry since 1999.

Dennis tejada Christian Record Services is a ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in North America serving people of all faiths and walks of life who are blind worldwide. Each year, they impact thousands of lives through services provided to them at no cost. Christian Record Services continues to move forward with its mission to “empower people who are blind to engage their communities and embrace the Blessed Hope.” For more information, visit www.christianrecord.org. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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lincoln Federal promotes elgert and Welcomes Bock, schwartz, hood, and Wondercheck Lincoln Federal Savings Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Collin Elgert to mortgage loan underwriter, the addition of Brian Bock to vice president commercial real estate loan officer, and the addition of Angie Schwartz as mortgage loan officer and her team: Lindsay Hood, mortgage loan assistant, and Jeff Wondercheck, mortgage loan processor.

Collin has been with Lincoln Federal Savings Bank for nine years, gaining experience through mor tgage loan Collin elgert processing. Her expertise has made her a great leader and trainer for the mortgage loan processing team.

She will now work as a mortgage loan underwriter helping to approve loans and mitigate risk to the bank.

Brian joins the Lincoln Federal Savings Bank team with six years of fi nancial industry experience and is excited to hit the ground running by helping commercial real estate borrowers ac hieve their business goals. He prides himself on Brian Bock creating winning solutions for each of his customers no matter the uniqueness of their situation. Bock can be reached directly at (402) 325-4850 or at bbock@ lincolnfed.com.

Angie, Lindsay, and Jeff come to the bank with years of experience helping borrowers realize their dream of home ownership. Angie will serve as the home mortgage expert, helping borrowers through the home buying process. Lindsay and Jeff will work with clients and referral partners to provide a high-touch, seamless angie schwartz home financing experience. Angie can be reached directly at (402) 325-4889 or by email at aschwartz@ lincolnfed.com.

Lincoln Federal Savings Bank solely operates in Nebraska and is highly committed to giving back to the communities they serve. Their corporate office is located at 8400 Maddox Dr. and currently has five Lincoln locations. The Bank has additional branches in Omaha, Fremont, Blair, Holdrege, Hastings, North Platte, McCook, and Benkelman. For more information, visit lincolnfed.com. february 2022 Strictly Business 31

peRsonnel neWs lincoln Running Co.’s noah Rasmussen earns Distinguished achievement award

Keli st. Clair of husker Rehab transfers from Beatrice to north lincoln location

Lincoln Running Co. is pleased to announce that their own full-time employee of over three years, Noah Rasmussen, was awarded the Lincoln Track Club’s (LTC) Distinguished Achievement Award for 2021. Brian Wandzilak, a member of Lincoln Track Club and Lincoln Racing Company Nebraska (LRC Nebraska), personally presented Noah with the award and shared a few kind words on his behalf.

“Noah’s running trajectory has been a dedicated process,” said Brian. “If you look at his prep career at Millard South, it was solid but not spectacular. A few state medals in track and cross country, and some really good personal records that anyone would be proud of. However, in the last four years, Noah has quietly become one of the region’s top distance runners. In 2021, as races began to have normal starting lines again, Noah was ready. Ripping off efforts from a 4:00 time trial mile to a 14:20/4:20 double with a 5k in Ames and the Lincoln Mile 12 hours later, to joining the ranks of Lincoln’s greatest runners with a 24:44 at the Buffalo Run. This got him on the top 10 alltime list, the first such mark in quite a while at that venerable event.”

The Lincoln Running Co. is a proud sponsor of both LTC and LRC Nebraska, and has been locally owned and operated by the Rogers family since 1976. Their mission is to help people in Lincoln find the right shoes and gear to keep them active, whether that be running, walking, or moving in any capacity. For more information, visit www.lincrunningcompany.com.

Keli St. Clair, a physical therapist at Husker Rehab, can now be found at their north location at 4911 N 26th St. She joined Husker Rehab in August 2021 and had previously been providing care out of their Beatrice location.

Keli has prided herself on providing comprehensive evaluations and putting her patients as a top priority since the start of her career. After completing PT school in 2006, she took her first job in an outpatient private practice clinic in Louisiana. She then spent four years working in an orthopedic private practice that specialized in sports medicine in North Carolina. Keli gained valuable diagnostic skills and expanded her manual interventions through extensive continuing education and hands on learning. Most recently, she has spent the past 10 years working in private practice in Fargo, ND. Keli believes that a good evaluation, coupled with a customized treatment plan that includes hands-on care, is the key to a successful rehab program.

Husker Rehab proudly offers therapy services in five clinics in four different Nebraska cities, where they serve physicians and their patients with unique, highly-intensive, highly-customized rehabilitation, wellness, and preventative care therapies that make a difference in people’s lives. They listen to every patient’s needs and desires, analyze the problem, and figure out ways to get people moving again. For more information about Husker Rehab and their services, visit huskerrehab.com.

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peRsonnel neWs Fresh start Welcomes 5 new Board Members, Recognizes 7 outgoing Members Fresh Start recently welcomed five new members to their Board of Directors! Incoming Fresh Start Board members include: Amy Archuleta, NEBCO; Amber Bogle, Mueller Robak; Hong Le, Nelnet; Melinda Kentfield, Methodist Fremont Health; and Tam Nguyen, Haberman.

“I want to help make a difference in Lincoln,” Amber said upon beginning her Board service. “I have been blessed with a strong support system and I feel if I did not have that, I could have once needed Fresh Start’s services. This opportunity will give me the ability to address homelessness on a larger scale.”

In addition to the new Board members, Fresh Start recognized outgoing members Jenn Beebe, Vitoria Fertig, Liz Gebhart-Morgan, Emily Green, Margie Hobelman, Audrey Schaeffer, and Vanessa Meinberg for their combined 23 years of service. Several of these members held offices and played valuable roles in guiding the organization.

Fresh Start has been in operation since 1991. It houses women without children in their direct care—a population its founders recognized as underserved in Lincoln. It is a valuable landing place for women facing an array of challenges, including escaping abuse, freeing themselves from addiction, or starting over again after incarceration. For more information, visit freshstarthome.org or call (402) 475-7777.

Kara Asmus Joins NCF as Affiliated Fund Development Coordinator Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF) welcomes Kara Asmus as their new affiliated fund development coordinator for EastCentral Nebraska. Asmus will work with volunteer leaders to build community awareness, conduct fundraising efforts, and increase community impact through grantmaking and citizen engagement.

Prior to joining NCF, Asmus led multiple programs for the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, including “Drive for Five,” a workforce development and talentattraction initiative. Her extensive work history also includes leadership roles with the Mid-America Council Boy Scouts of America, Columbus’ Downtown Business Association, and the Columbus Telegram. Asmus has served as a member of the Columbus Area Future Fund Advisory Committee, an NCF affiliated fund. Other volunteer experience includes UNL Extension, Columbus Public Schools Foundation, United Way, and the Columbus Jaycees, among many other organizations.

Asmus obtained a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, specializing in Human Development and Family Rehabilitation Services.

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peRsonnel neWs Community action names Jessie hedrick as Communications and Development Director Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties is pleased to announce that as of January 9, Jessie Hedrick has been named communications and development director. She succeeds Heather Loughman, who was recently selected as Community Action’s CEO. Hedrick has been with the agency for three years, previously holding the communications and development coordinator position. Hedrick holds a BA in English Literature from Murray State University and a certificate in fundraising management.

At Community Action, her contributions include increasing community awareness and support of the agency’s mission and serving as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Chair. Hedrick also actively participates in the Leadership Lincoln Advocates 15 cohort.

“Jessie’s energy, passion for the mission for Community Action, and demonstrated record of success make her ideally suited to this role,” said Loughman. “Having Jessie in this seat will support the agency’s continued growth and ability to respond to community needs.”

Community Action’s mission is to empower people living in poverty to reach economic stability. Its programs and services address the causes and conditions of poverty in four impact areas: early childhood education, homelessness prevention, financial and family well-being, and hunger relief and healthy food access. To learn more, visit www. communityactionatwork.org.

Matt talbot Kitchen & outreach announces new Board personnel Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach (MTKO) is pleased to introduce a new Executive Committee of the Board of Directors. Alynn Sampson, vice president of operations and impact at the Food Bank of Lincoln, is board president. She succeeds Natasha Plooster, c hief operating officer at Bridgepoint Investment Banking, who will continue on the committee as immediate past president. Greg Frayser, attorney with Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, is president elect. Kiley Wiechman, accountant with HBE Becker Meyer Love, continues her service on the committee as treasurer.

Three new members also join MTKO’s board: Juan Carlos Huertas, minister of proclamation and practice of justice at First Plymouth Congregational Church; Teresa Lewis-Hunt, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, family nurse practitioner at CenterPointe; and Andrew Wolf, financial advisor with Edward Jones. Brad Meyer, chief executive officer at Bluestem Health, and Eric Dinger, president of Arbor Day Carbon, recently retired from the Board of Directors after serving six and nine consecutive years, respectively.

“We are grateful for the compassion demonstrated by all of these individuals,” said Susanne Blue, executive director. “Their leadership and commitment to serving the working poor and homeless is critical to achieving our vision of defeating hunger and homeless and restoring hope.”

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UNICO Group’s Board of Directors are pleased to announce its newest s h a r e h o l d e r s Tr a c y Alexander, Craig Marmie, Mary Savage, Heather Schmidt, Vera Schneider, and Larry Zarybnicky.

“At UNICO, becoming a shareholder is a high honor that must be earned,” said Tom Champoux, president. “Each new shareholder has demonstrated a strong commitment to UNICO in tenure, outstanding performance, and volunteering to serve others in our communities.

Share ownership is only offered to our employees who have a proven record of the highest professional standards and the highest personal standards. We are very proud of our new shareholders who have met such lofty requirements.”

Tracy Alexander, director of UNITEL operations – Tracy joined UNICO in 2008 bringing with her five years of insurance experience.

Tracy leads UNITEL’s operations staff, who serve telecommunication companies across the country.

Craig Marmie, director of personal insurance – Craig joined UNICO in 2018 with over 20 years of insurance experience. He leads the Personal Insurance Division with four locations across Nebraska and serves clients across the country. Craig also serves as a current board member and past chairperson of Villa Marie Home and School for Exceptional Children and is a member of NAIFA. Mary Savage, director of marketing – Mary joined UNICO in 2015 bringing with her marketing experience from the public health and banking industries. Mary leads the marketing division which is responsible for protecting and managing all of UNICO’s brands by creating sales collateral, managing online presence and social media, placement and designing advertising, and event management.

Heather Schmidt, director of benefits operations – Heather joined UNICO in 2015 and has over 18 years of insurance experience. In her current role, she oversees all operations for the Employee Benefits team. She also serves as the secretary and vice president on the Lincoln Association of Health Underwriter’s board.

Vera Schneider, benefits advisor – Vera has been a member of the benefits team since 2017, first becoming a shareholder in 2020. Vera has over 20 years of benefits experience working with employers in managing and designing their benefit programs. Vera’s focus is to strategize with employers to customize their benefit plans to meet corporate philosophies and goals.

Larry Zarybnicky, director of commercial operations – Larry joined UNICO in 2018 after working for several insurance companies over the last 22 years. He leads UNICO’s commercial operations staff of approximately 30 employees with a focus on evaluating resources, policies, and procedures to promote profitability.

UNICO Group is a client-focused insurance brokerage headquartered in Lincoln, offering a consultative and relational approach to their customized solutions for clients all around the nation. UNICO is dedicated to getting you the best insurance products and services available to protect you, your family, and your business. For more information, call (402) 434-7200 or visit unicogroup.com.

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peRsonnel neWs amber Crunk Joins CCa home Care team as Client Care Coordinator CCA Home Care is pleased to announce the addition of their new Client Care Coordinator for their Lincoln office, Amber Crunk. Amber Crunk joined the CCA Home Care team on January 3, and brings with her tremendous industry knowledge that will assist in the mission and services of CCA. Her passion for the elder care industry and clients they serve is apparent from the moment you meet Amber. CCA is very excited to have such a knowledgeable individual join their team and is optimistic about Amber’s new position and commitment to their clients.

CCA Home Care has a mission to provide the elderly and their adult children with assistance in achieving a continued independent living lifestyle. CCA Home Care provides a Nurse Registry, in which they screen and refer Caregivers who work for families, providing care that is client-directed. CCA’s Registry has proven to be of superior quality as evidenced by their reputation for providing the best level of care possible. The total charge for CNA assistance through CCA Home Care is between $21.50 $28.50 per hour depending on the length of visit and care needed while a CNA is present. For more information, visit CCAHomeCare. com or contact (402) 488-3771 / Office@CCAHomeCare.com.

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Nonprofit Association of the Midlands announces 2022 Board of Directors The Nonprofit Association of the Midlands (NAM), a state association that represents the best interests of more than 650 nonprofit organizations in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, has named its Board of Directors for 2022. The NAM Board of Directors provides overall leadership, budgetary review, and strategic direction to ensure the organization continues to strengthen the collective voice, leadership, and capacity of nonprofits while enriching the quality of life in the communities they serve.

The Executive Committee includes: Jaymes Sime of Child Saving Institute, president; Victoria Grasso of The Cooper Foundation, president-elect; Michelle Zych of The Sherwood Foundation, past president; Jerry O’Doherty of Seim Johnson, treasurer; and Marysz Rames of Wayne State College, secretary.

The new board members include: Rose Godinez of ACLU; Jasmine Harris of RISE; Lucia Pedroza of Elevate Omaha; Karina Perez of Centro Hispano Comunitario de Nebraska; and Kerri Sanchez of The Sherwood Foundation.

Returning board members include: Liz Codina of Peter Kiewit Foundation; Shaun Ilahi of Seventy-Five North; Osuman Issaka of The Simple Foundation; Ralph Kellogg of Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska; Bryan Schneider of D.A. Davidson & Co.; Jennifer Skala of Nebraska Children and Families Foundation; and Rob Trebilcock of Cox Communications.

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nonpRoFit neWs CBMC launches 2nd Young professionals Bright lights summer Camp schedule now group to help Men navigate life’s Challenges available, Registration opens March 5 CBMC Lincoln has started their s e c o n d Yo u n g Professionals (YP) group, with a goal to launch a third group this year. These YP groups are designed specifically to help men in their 20s and 30s navigate the challenges, pressures, and priorities of family, work, and faith. A YP group offers a closeknit community where men can grow personally, professionally, and spiritually.

Each CBMC YP group comprises 10 to 12 men who meet once a month, with an initial 12-month commitment. The format includes dinner and fellowship, learning and applying principles for spiritual growth, and hearing from a seasoned Christian business owner or leader. This guest speaker shares some principles learned in life, leadership, and business, followed by a Q&A. The meeting concludes with a time for participants to share, challenge, and learn from each other in a facilitated discussion, as well as time for prayer. Each member is encouraged to connect with one or two other members between monthly meetings to build a relationship and provide support and accountability.

CBMC Lincoln is part of a global ministry that encourages men toward spiritual development, personal integrity, principled leadership, and a desire to impact others positively. To learn more about CBMC Lincoln and 2022 activities, call (402) 540-1093, connect with them on Facebook (@cbmclincolnne), or visit Lincoln.cbmc.com.

Bright Lights is excited to announce that their summer 2022 camp schedule—listing out the specific half-day and full-day camp topics they are offering each week—is now available at BrightLights.org! Their summer camp program lets K-8th grade students pick a topic of interest and have fun immersing themselves in it for a week over summer vacation.

Bright Lights has been offering hands-on, STEAM-infused summer learning experiences for students in K-8th grades for 35 years. There’s something for almost everyone with camp topics ranging from art and science, to robotics, literature, engineering, sports, cooking, and more!

Bright Lights camps will take place over five weeks: June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, and July 11-15. Roper Elementary will be the main site for Bright Lights camps this summer (others will occur at various community sites around Lincoln) with Before Care and Lunch Care services available at select locations.

More details on these services, their scholarship program, and also how older students can volunteer as camp assistants can be found at BrightLights.org. Registration for summer camps will also be available on their website starting Saturday, March 5, at 8 a.m.

Bright Lights is a nonprofit organization that takes learning beyond the classroom by providing youth with unique, motivating, hands-on learning opportunities. Visit their Facebook (@brightlights.lincoln), Twitter, and Instagram (@brightlightsorg) to keep up-to-date on the latest camp and registration information!

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nonpRoFit neWs angels among us partners with the liFt network, offers patients Financial support Angels Among Us is excited to announce that they have partnered with The LiFT Network, a one-of-a-kind collective dedicated to strengthening the national fight against the financial burden of cancer. Together, members can reach more families with financial support and spark lasting solutions to this national crisis.

This partnership allows Angels Among Us to provide better, wraparound services for their pediatric cancer families and offer financial education, resource navigation, and financial coaching for cancer.

The LiFT Network is powered by Family Reach, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to removing the financial barriers standing between a cancer patient and their treatment. Learn more about Family Reach and The LiFT Network at familyreach.org.

Angels Among Us is a 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to provide financial and emotional support to any family whose child is battling pediatric cancer living in or being treated in Nebraska. Through countless efforts of their board members, community volunteers, and donors, Angels Among Us has distributed nearly $3.2 million to over 560 families in need. For more information about ways to make an impact and get involved, contact Aly Theilen at alyssa@ myangelsamongus.org or visit www.myangelsamongus.org.

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YMCa preschool, Before and after school program Registration now open Priority registration for the 2022-2023 school year is currently open to Lincoln YMCA Members, with open registration beginning on February 15. For youth aged three to five, Preschool is offered at four Lincoln YMCA locations and includes swim lessons and gym class as part of its licensed program.

“At the Y, kids have an opportunity to be creative, explore their environment, and develop problem solving skills. Our staff serves as positive role models and provides care that is supportive, nurturing, and warm,” shared Kim Pair, associate executive director of the Cooper YMCA. Before and After School Programs at the YMCA support children in reaching their full potential by providing academic support and hands-on enrichment experiences in a safe, structured environment.

Through activities like homework assistance, arts and crafts, literacy, board games, and outdoor play, the Y supports experiential learning while developing valuable life skills. Partnering elementary schools include Elliott, Kahoa, Kooser, Pershing, Pyrtle, Wysong, and Zeman.

Partnering middle schools include Lefler, Lux, Mickle, Moore, Pound, Schoo, and Scott.

The YMCA of Lincoln has served the community for over 150 years, promoting positive values through programs that build spirit, mind, and body for all. For enrollment information and to register for Preschool or Before and After School Programming, please visit ymcalincoln.org or contact your local YMCA branch. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

goodwill Collects 13,823 pounds of electronics at annual Recycling Drive On Saturday, January 8, Goodwill Industries Serving Southeast Nebraska, Inc. held its fifth annual Electronics Recycling Drive to celebrate National Technology Week. In just four hours, donors dropped off 13,823 pounds of electronics, marking their highest collection in a single drive.

Thanks to Goodwill’s partnership with Dell Reconnect, all electronic donations were either resold, refurbished, or responsibly recycled. Working electronics were sold in Goodwill’s thrift stores in Lincoln and York, where the revenue helps fund employment services and programs in Southeast Nebraska.

For 90 years, Lincoln Goodwill has used the sale of donated goods to help local job seekers overcome obstacles, find work, and gain financial independence. Nonworking electronics were shipped to Dell’s recycling centers and broken down in an environmentally responsible manner. By recycling used technology, Dell keeps reusable materials out of the landfill and decreases the amount of e-waste in the environment.

For 90 years, Goodwill Industries Serving Southeast Nebraska, Inc. (lincolngoodwill.org) has been strengthening the Lincoln community by providing services for individuals who face barriers to employment and by offering residents an outlet for recycling unused household items and clothing. They accept electronics of all brands and conditions year-round at all retail locations. Stay up-to-date on upcoming events by following Lincoln Goodwill on social media and signing up for their e-newsletter. To find a donation center near you, visit lincolngoodwill.org. february 2022 Strictly Business 39

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lincoln Community Foundation prepares for lincoln littles giving Day, set for February 9 Lincoln Community Foundation, in partnership with Lincoln Littles and Nebraska Children & Families Foundation, will host the fourth annual Lincoln Littles Giving Day on February 9. The giving day will raise funds for tuition assistance, allowing more children from working, lower-income families to access quality early childhood education programs. Launched in 2019 and inspired by the Prosper Lincoln agenda on Early Childhood, the day has raised $2.4 million to assist more than 400 children.

“These past two years have amplified how important it is for our children and our workforce to have quality early childhood education opportunities,” said Alec Gorynski, president of the Lincoln Community Foundation. “As a working parent myself, I appreciate the value of reliable childcare. Our community is facing unprecedented workforce challenges and ensuring every family can access childcare is one way we can address this issue.”

The community can make online donations now through February 9 at 11:59 p.m. at LincolnLittles.org. Donations may also be mailed to the Lincoln Community Foundation, 215 Centennial Mall South, STE 100, Lincoln, NE 68508. Checks must be written to “Lincoln Community Foundation” with “Lincoln Littles” in the memo line.

The Lincoln Littles initiative strives to create equal opportunities for all children in Lincoln to learn and grow in their early years. Access to high-quality early childhood experiences enables children to be kindergarten-ready and to develop into successful community citizens.

The National Chamber of Commerce Foundation says that quality early childhood education is important for today’s workforce as well as preparing the future workforce.

Matching fund sponsors include The Buffett Early Childhood Fund; Acklie Charitable Foundation; Harbor of Dreams, Inc.; Mae Whitmer Early Childhood Fund; Bettenhausen Family Foundation; Drs. Bob and Stacie Bleicher; Rosalind K. Carr in memory of Professor James D. Carr; Shirley and Jerry Daugherty; Kile and Virginia Johnson; Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp.; U.S.A. Good Times Foundation; Kidwell Electric, Inc.; Lincoln Industries; Robert and Cynthia Milligan; Drs. Marilyn and David Moore; Nebraska Children & Families Foundation; Drs. Bob and Lisa Rauner; Sue and Al Saathoff; Rhonda Seacrest; Dr. Bob and Dottie Shapiro; Tom and Lisa Smith; Tom and Susan Tallman; Temme Family Foundation; Sue and Ed Tricker; Dr. Eileen and Richard Vautravers; and Ross and Judy Wilcox.

The Lincoln Community Foundation, established in 1955, strives to continually enrich the Lincoln community by promoting and achieving perpetual philanthropic support. The Foundation has distributed more than $195 million in grants to nonprofit organizations that have improved the lives of thousands of residents. To learn more, visit www.lcf.org.

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People’s City Mission is excited to announce that this year’s sock drive marks 10 years of providing socks for the homeless and impoverished!

The 10th annual sock drive is put on by Realtor’s Association of Lincoln (RAL) and will be held the entire month of February. This year’s goal is to collect 22,000 pairs of socks for 2022. All socks donated will be given to the homeless and impoverished in Lincoln.

For more information on donation sites, visit lincolnrealtors.com or RAL’s Facebook (@lincolnrealtors).

People’s City Mission was started in 1907 by local churches, offering food and shelter for transient and impoverished men, women, and children. In 1987, PCM moved to their current location and now houses 350 men, women, and children nightly in their emergency shelters and the Curtis Center transitional housing program. As Lincoln’s homeless shelter, People’s City Mission’s work is more than 97% funded by community donations. To learn more about the organization, contact People’s City Mission at info@ pcmlincoln.org / (402) 475-1303 or visit www.pcmlincoln.org.

BBB is now accepting applications for student of integrity award scholarship program The Education Foundation of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) serving Nebraska, South Dakota, The Kansas Plains, and Southwest Iowa encourages integrity and ethical behavior in the community, and BBB’s 2022 Student of Integrity Award Scholarships recognize high school seniors who have displayed these values inside and outside of the classroom.

A major part of the application requires students to write an essay describing a situation they were personally involved in that tested their ethical philosophy and integrity.

The essay challenges students to dive into inner conflict while describing tactics they used to resolve their unique encounters with difficult situations.

High school seniors, including home-schooled students, who reside in BBB’s service area are eligible to apply. Twelve winners will each be awarded $2,000 scholarships to be used for college tuition and expenses: • Three from Metro Omaha/Southwest Iowa (includes Cass, Fremont, Harrison, Mills, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie, and Shelby counties) • Three from Metro Lincoln/Greater Nebraska (all of Nebraska except Metro Omaha) • Three from South Dakota • Three from The Kansas Plains (all counties in Kansas except Franklin, Johnson, Leavenworth, Linn, Miami, and Wyandotte) The Better Business Bureau’s 2022 Student of Integrity Award Scholarships application guide with complete instructions, the application, and the recommendation forms can all be accessed at bbb.org/local/0714/bbb-student-of-integrity-awards.html. This year, the application and recommendations are all submitted electronically.

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lincoln’s habitat Restore Moves to a new location at 56th and highway 2 Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln’s discount home improvement store, Habitat ReStore, will be moving to a new, larger location in the spring of 2022. The move will allow people to purchase discounted building materials, appliances, and new and gently used furniture while helping a good cause. The new store will occupy the space formerly held by K-Mart and 7-Day Furniture at 56th and Highway 2. An official opening date will be announced at the Community Builders Breakfast in March. Habitat ReStore is open to the public and all proceeds from the store go to Habitat’s mission of building affordable homes in Lancaster and Seward Counties.

Donations of merchandise are now being accepted. Needed items include: appliances, cabinets, furniture, building materials, and home décor. Donations can be dropped off at 4630 Y St. or a free pickup can be scheduled by calling (402) 464-0010 or visiting www. lincolnhabitatrestore.org.

Habitat ReStore will be staffed by a mix of paid employees and volunteers. Volunteers will help organize donation and stock the shelves.

People interested in volunteering should go to lincolnhabitatrestore. org for more information.

Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln was established in 1988 with a mission to bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope to address the need for affordable housing. They have built or repaired 181 homes in Lancaster and Seward counties. In 2020, 10,255 hours were volunteered to assist with their mission. For more information, contact Deanna Walz at dwalz@lincolnhabitat.org / (402) 480-6185. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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“Wear Red and give” to support aha’s go Red for Women in February The American Heart Association, the relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, together with its Go Red for Women movement, is asking the community to “wear red and give” to support Go Red for Women during National Heart Month and on National Wear Red Day on February 4.

Heart disease in the number one killer of women, taking more lives than all forms of cancer combined. Cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, remains the leading global cause of death, with more than 17.3 million deaths each year.

Heart disease and stroke claim the lives of one in three women – a third of our mothers, sisters, and friends. This is why the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement, nationally recognized by CVS Health, encourages people to show their support by wearing red and giving to raise awareness and save lives from heart disease. Wear red to raise awareness about heart disease on February 4, and join the conversation in support of women’s health by using #GoRedNE and #WearRedDay. The American Heart Association is a nonprofi t organization that has been fighting heart disease and stroke and helping families and communities thrive for nearly 100 years. They fund cardiovascular medical research, educate consumers on healthy living, and foster appropriate cardiac care in an effort to reduce disability and deaths caused by cardiovascular disease and stroke. For more information, visit heart.org. february 2022 Strictly Business 41

nonpRoFit neWs host Your own Donation Drive with Drive Kits from the Bridge Behavioral health At The Bridge Behavioral Health, most clients come to them with very little – many times just the clothing on their backs. Whether they are coming in for withdrawal or residential treatment, basic necessities are always a need to help throughout their stay.

As we look to the future, The Bridge makes it easy to help contribute to these needs through Drive Kits, allowing you or your organization to easily host a donation drive.

The Drive Kits include everything you need to host your organization’s drive. Included can be signage, totes for collecting items, and verbiage to be shared on multiples venues for your use. Everything will be dropped off at your location of choice, and picked up when you are ready.

Examples of donation items include: personal care items, the basics, welcome bags, winter wear, summer wear, art supplies, and cash donations. The Bridge can also look at any custom drive that would be of interest to your organization. If you are interested in learning more information or hosting a drive, please contact Brianna Georgeson at bgeorgeson@thebridgenebraska.org or (402) 413-2203.

The Bridge Behavioral Health has served as an essential part of the Lincoln community’s safety net since 1984. They connect people suffering from addiction and related mental-health issues with support and treatment. Visit thebridgenebraska.org to learn more information.

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Catholic social services in need of temporary housing for afghan Refugee arrivals The Catholic Social Ser vices of Souther n Nebraska (CSS) Refugee Resettlement team has been working hard to resettle Afghan families and individuals since October 2021.

The CSS staff has faced challenges trying to find housing for incoming Afghan arrivals while also facing a housing crisis in Lincoln. At times, CSS has been placing Afghan arrivals in hotels until they can locate permanent housing. Darryl Hunter recently lent a helping hand to CSS because he had an empty house – and a great idea to fill it. Darryl plans on selling his home but is in no rush, so he asked if CSS could utilize it for their refugee program. CSS now uses Darryl’s house as a transitional home where single men live until they are able to find permanent housing. The use of Darryl’s home has greatly helped those within the refugee program and saved CSS on costly hotel stays. CSS anticipates 140 new arrivals by mid-February, and are seeking landlords in the area who would be willing to do the same as Darryl. Those interested in partnering with CSS to provide temporary housing for refugees should contact Erika Stewart-Finkenstaedt at (402) 560-6394 or estewartf@cssisus.org.

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nonpRoFit neWs Wear Yellow nebraska’s 2022 Kick-off event set for February 16 at gorat’s Wear Yellow Nebraska is excited to announce their 2022 Kick-Off Event will be Wednesday, February 16, from 6 – 8 p.m. The event will be held at Gorat’s Steak House, which is located at 4917 Center St. in Omaha. This Kick-Off Event doubles as their annual meeting and is an opportunity for supporters to join in celebrating Wear Yellow Nebraska’s successes of 2021.

In addition to spreading their ‘Thanks’ to everyone, Wear Yellow Nebraska will also be launching their new branded information, selling Wear Yellow Nebraska gear, and accepting registrations for the 19th Annual Wear Yellow Ride, Run & Walk. This is an exciting meeting for Wear Yellow Nebraska, so you don’t want to miss this – plus, there will be delicious hors d’oeuvres and drinks!

Wear Yellow Nebraska is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a clear focus on niche initiatives that offered cancer survivors support in ways that were not being addressed and for people who would otherwise fall through the cracks, truly caring for an individual’s special circumstances. To learn more about the event or the organization, go to www.wearyellownebraska.org or contact them at contactus@wearyellownebraska.org / (402) 965-1699.

neighborWorks adds three new homes to Clinton neighborhood NeighborWorks Lincoln (NWL), a local nonprofit dedicated to stabilizing Lincoln’s neighborhoods, will complete construction on three new homes in February. The units, one single-family and one duplex, are located in the Clinton neighborhood and will soon be home to three first time homeowners who have successfully completed NWL’s pre-purchase education and counseling program. All three homes have buyers.

NWL’s real estate development activity is one tool used to advance neighborhood stability, in concert with its homeownership and community building programs. NWL develops infill properties affordable to residents that earn 80% of area median income.

Future homeowners must successfully complete NWL’s homebuyer education curriculum and qualify for a first mortgage with one of the organization’s lending partners to be eligible to purchase an NWL-constructed property. NWL’s community building staff have worked in the Clinton neighborhood for years with an emphasis on resident leadership and engagement.

“This project exemplifies ‘addition by subtraction,’” says CEO Wayne Mortensen. “When we purchased that property in 2020, it was a blighted structure on an oversized lot. We removed the dilapidated building, which posed a health and safety hazard for the community, and have replaced it with three new, affordably-priced homes for low- to moderate-income residents.”

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nesC announces Return of annual Conference and awards After two years of making the difficult decision to postpone the annual Nebraska Safety Council (NESC) Conference and Tradeshow due to COVID-19, they are pleased to bring this event back on Thursday, April 21, in Lincoln at the Graduate Hotel. Their number one priority is to keep their employees and community safe, so they will continue to monitor local health conditions and follow CDC guidelines to assess best practices as they approach the conference.

The NESC Conference and Tradeshow will include: Awards luncheon showcasing the Midwest’s outstanding safety and wellness programs and Legacy Awards honoring individuals; an exciting line-up of educational sessions on a variety of safety, wellness, leadership, environmental, and human resource topics; an exhibit hall filled with safety products and services as well as additional worksite wellness vendors; and demonstrations of the latest safety and wellness products and services at each session break in the exhibit hall. Register online at nesafetycouncil.org – Worker Education & Events – Conference & Events.

NESC is also pleased to announce that applications are open for a Safety and Wellness Award now through Monday, February 28.

The NESC Safety Award is only available to NESC members and is free to apply for. The focus is almost primarily on safety with a little extra bonus help in wellness. Estimated time to complete the award – only one hour!

The Worker 360° Award is a new award that focuses on safety and wellness. This award is available to NESC members and non-members and is free to apply for. There are Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels of the award. Each level is dependent on the specific requirements which determine award eligibility. This award is sponsored by the Healthier Workforce Center of the Midwest, Nebraska State Chamber, and the Nebraska Safety Council. Apply online at nesafetycouncil.org – Worker Education & Events – Safety & Wellness Awards.

Finally, NESC invites you to join them for an Application Workshop on Friday, February 18. This workshop will be held in-person and online to help applicants get started on their application(s). Register for this event at nesafetycouncil.org – Conferences & Events – Connections Meetings.

The Mission of the Nebraska Safety Council is to provide education and leadership to empower Nebraskans to live safe and healthy.

They offer comprehensive programs, training courses, events, and services that are designed to improve employee care at a desk, on the production floor, behind the wheel, and on the job. To learn more or to sign up for a membership today, visit nesafetycouncil.org, call (402) 483-2511, or email nesc@nesafetycouncil.org. february 2022 Strictly Business 43

nonpRoFit neWs Down syndrome association for Families to arc of lincoln Receives $2K philanthropic host teen/Young adult Cooking Class Donation from unl Class The Down Syndrome Association for Families (DSAF) of Nebraska is looking forward to hosting their teen/young adult cooking class this month. This is a rescheduled event, taking place on Saturday, February 19, from noon to 1 p.m. at Hy-Vee on 5010 O St. HyVee’s Jennifer Dunavan will lead the class in the Hy-Vee Club Room. Items on the menu include guacamole and pico de gallo.

Teens and young adults with Down syndrome will have a fun time learning some of these classic recipes. This hands-on, educational time will be enriching for all! Register for the cooking class at www.dsafnebraska.org/event-4620688. For a complete list of events, please visit www.dsafnebraska.org/Events.

The Down Syndrome Association for Families of Nebraska recognizes that every person with Down syndrome is an individual who has a unique purpose and set of abilities. It is their mission to provide support and a positive vision for the future for individuals with Down syndrome and their families, friends, educators, and professionals who share in their lives. For more information about the organization, visit dsafnebraska.org or call (403) 421-1338.

For questions about the event, contact Rachel at (402) 650-2773.

Vision Maker Media opens Creative shorts Fellowship, apply now through February 25 Vision Maker Media (VMM) opened the Creative Shorts Fellowship call for submissions on January 19, and it will remain open through February 25. They are seeking creative short film format proposals by and about Native Americans and Alaska Natives for production funding in a request amount of up to $25,000. The call is open for short film documentary, drama, experimental, or animation.

Topic ideas may be about Native cultures, values, histories, contemporary life, environmental justice, social justice, youth, elders, and/or Native empowerment. To learn more or apply, visit visionmakermedia.org.

Vision Maker Media is the premier source of public media by and about Native Americans since 1976. Their mission is empowering and engaging Native people to share stories. They envision a world changed and healed by understanding Native stories and the public conversations they generate. They work with VMM funded producers to develop, produce, and distribute programs for all public media. VMM supports training to increase the number of American Indians and Alaska Natives producing public broadcasting programs. A key strategy for this work is in partnerships with Tribal nations, Indian organizations, and Native communities. Reaching the national public and a global market is the ultimate goal for the dissemination of Native public media that shares Native perspectives with the world. Vision Maker Media is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) funded in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB). Learn more at visionmakermedia.org or follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@visionmakermedia).

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On December 1, Arc of Lincoln received $2,050 philanthropic donation from the Leading People & Projects (MNGT 411) class at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln, taught by Dr. Amber Messersmith. Better known as “Strive to Thrive Lincoln,” UNL College of Business students work together in the course to allocate grants to local nonprofits helping to serve others in the Lincoln community. Funds are made possible through a donation

by Rhonda Seacrest and a partnership with the College of Business.

Mary Ells, Arc of Lincoln treasurer, represented the Arc at the UNL College of Business Strive to Thrive celebration on December 1. The Arc is grateful to Dr. Messersmith and her students for this donation, which will help the organization further their mission.

The Arc of Lincoln empowers people with developmental disabilities and their families to promote and protect their rights and interests, while enriching the quality of their lives. The Arc’s desire is for all Lincoln residents to understand the needs, challenges, and contributions of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the entire community is vested in assuring equitable opportunities and positive outcomes. Among the Arc’s programs and services, they provide affordable housing for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They also organize an adult social club that equips transition-aged (roughly 17-21) persons with developmental disabilities with the social and life skills they will need to be successful after they graduate. To learn how you can support these efforts, visit www.arclincoln.org.

international Quilt Museum Celebrates 25 Years of ardis & Robert James Collection The Friends of the International Quilt Museum, the supporting arm of the International Quilt Museum (IQM), is excited to announce that this year marks the 25th anniversary of the donation of the Ardis & Robert James Collection to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The Jameses’ gift of their unparalleled 1,000-piece collection in 1997 established the University’s International Quilt Museum (IQM) and formed the solid base from which the museum has steadily grown.

Today, the IQM’s collection includes more than 6,000 quilts from five different centuries and over 50 countries—an expansion that has been encouraged by the James family, who continues to support the museum’s efforts to represent global quilt making, past and present.

To commemorate the anniversary, IQM is showcasing An Evolving Vision: The James Collection at 25, an exhibition series on view March 4 to October 29, which highlights important pieces from various segments of the collection: Classics – stunning antique American quilts; From the Studio – early and innovative art pieces; and New Horizons – quilt traditions from around the world. As a whole, An Evolving Vision documents the significance of the James Collection but also underscores the broad vision its collectors developed not only for themselves, but for the museum they so vitally helped shape.

The International Quilt Museum, located on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s East Campus at 33rd and Holdrege, is dedicated to building a global collection and audience that celebrate the cultural and artistic significance of quilts. Visit www. internationalquiltmuseum.org for more information. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

nonpRoFit neWs Friendship home Receives Community support for DV Victims over the holidays Friendship Home received an outpour of generous support from the community to sponsor the families living in their home during the 2021 holiday season.

Starting in November, community organizations teamed up to provide 30 families sheltered at Friendship Home meals for Thanksgiving, including turkey, stuffing, yams, and cranberry sauce. An additional seven turkeys were provided to families Friendship Home serves in other capacities. Donations from the Thanksgiving meals were provided by Olsson, Advance Chiropractic Solutions, Community of Christ Church, City Light South Church, The Clark Enersen Partners, and several other community partners.

In December, Friendship Home hosted their annual Sponsored Families Holiday Gift Drive. Over 75 organizations, businesses, churches, and community supporters donated holiday gifts to be given to all 124 survivors served at Friendship Home. If you are interested in learning more about future Friendship Home events, please contact Dani Bryant at danib@friendshiphome.org, or call (402) 434-0167.

Friendship Home provides crisis services, emergency shelter, and transitional housing to survivors of domestic violence and their children. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call Friendship Home’s 24/7 crisis line at (402) 437-9302. To learn more, visit www.friendshiphome.org.

the Belmont Community Center Celebrates 85 Years in 2022 The Belmont Community Center (BCC) is proud to celebrate 85 years of serving the community in 2022! BCC started in an abandoned c hurc h in 1937 and to this day continues to serve and empower its northwest neighborhood. Do you remember when the BCC was a branc h library? Is your name written on the walls in the game room? Have you volunteered in or attended any of their programs? Do you consider the nearby park the in the early 1930s, community Purple Park, the Dinosaur Park, or chests, the forerunners of today’s Rocket Park? BCC is planning to united Way, adopted the red feather celebrate their center – its history, as a symbol of service. this photo its impact, and all the people was taken in front of the original who have created memories and community center which operated out of an abandoned church on made the BCC what it is today.

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The mission of the Belmont Community Center is, “To identify and define the social, cultural, recreational, and educational needs of the residents of the Northwest Lincoln community and to cooperate in meeting these needs by establishing programs and services, to the extent of their resources, while coordinating with and complementing the programs of other agencies.” Want to stay in touch with the BCC? Have a BCC story you’d like to share? Wondering what the BCC has been up to lately? Check out their website at belmontcommunitycenter.org, contact them at belmontcc@belmontcommunitycenter.org / (402) 477-8854, and check them out on Facebook! #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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teamMates Welcomes afghan Refugees with Customized Canvas toiletry Bags Each month, TeamMates Mentoring offers their matc hes kits to complete a community service project, which provides a useful item or kind gesture to an organization or agency that serves others. Recently, TeamMates partnered with Lutheran Family Services to help welcome incoming Afghan refugees. TeamMates mentors and mentees decorated over 200 canvas toiletry bags to not only provide personal care items, but to also share messages of welcoming, encouragement, and resilience.

Mo Shakir, a volunteer with the Lutheran Family Services Foundation Board, was happy to be present when TeamMates staff delivered the donation of adorned bags and toiletries.

As a former recipient of Lutheran Family Services’ support, Mo understands the impact of the collaborative community service project firsthand. Mo and his family left their home in Kurdistan, living in Iran, Afghanistan, and in Pakistan before receiving sponsorship to come to the United States in 1998. “‘We’ve got your back,’ that’s what you guys are showing them,” said Mo. “I get goosebumps just thinking about it. I could look through these bags all day.”

TeamMates Mentoring, started in 1991 in Lincoln by Tom and Nancy Osborne, provides an adult volunteer mentor to students in grades 3-12. TeamMates meet at the young person’s school for one class period weekly during the school year. To partner with TeamMates or to learn more about mentoring, please visit LincolnTeamMates.org or call (402) 436-1990. february 2022 Strictly Business 45

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health neWs premier Vision offers Comprehensive eye exams to Detect glaucoma Premier Vision offers comprehensive eye exams to detect glaucoma, which a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States and the world. It is estimated that over 3 million Americans have glaucoma, but only half of those know they have it. Dr. Novak and his staff are trained in checking and treating/ managing glaucoma during your exam. Currently, there is no cure for glaucoma; however, through early diagnosis and treatment, the disease can be controlled before vision loss or blindness occurs. Utilizing their advanced systems, Premier Vision is able to diagnose and treat common eye diseases like glaucoma, in addition to macular degeneration and cataracts. There are several forms of glaucoma that can lead to other health risks, so it’s important to take care of your eyes and regularly get them checked.

The Premier Vision team is made up of talented and professional individuals who have a passion for helping their patients see and feel better. From the initial check in, through the pre-testing, and to the exam with Dr. Novak, you’ll experience the personal touch of a team that truly cares. Dr. Novak and his team are available to handle most eye emergencies like eye infections, foreign bodies in the eye, eye trauma, or sudden loss of vision. If you are experiencing an eye emergency, please call Premier Vision at (402) 986-7856. The office is located at 84th and Firethorn Ln. Visit www.premiervisionlincoln.com for more information.

american Cancer society Reports Decrease in Cancer Death Rate since 1991 The risk of dying from cancer in the United States has decreased over the past 28 years according to annual statistics reported by the American Cancer Society (ACS). The cancer death rate for men and women combined fell 32% from its peak in 1991 to 2019, the most recent year for which data were available. This translates to almost 3.5 million fewer cancer deaths during these years than what would have been expected if the death rate had not fallen. This success is largely because of fewer people smoking, which resulted in declines in lung and other smoking-related cancers. Other factors that contributed to the reduced death rate include: chemotherapy after surgery for breast and colon cancer; combination treatments for many cancers; and prevention and/or early detection through screening for some cancers, including cancer in the breast, cervix, colon, prostate, rectum, and more recently, lung.

Cancer continues to be the second most common cause of death in the US, after heart disease. A total of 1.9 million new cancer cases and 609,360 deaths from cancer are expected to occur in the US in 2022, which is about 1,670 deaths a day. To read more about these findings, visit acsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley. com/journal/15424863.

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health neWs Family service lincoln to offer pediatric CpR Red Cross Faces Worst Blood shortage in 10 and First aid training Courses Years, asks organizations to host Drives Due to high demand, Family Service Lincoln is offering their CPR/First Aid training on a monthly basis. The next available classes will take place on February 8 and March 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This class will provide training for caregivers of infants and children ages 0-8, with all new videos and books. Best of all, this training course will provide a two-year certification card, after completing all eight hours of training. The class sizes will be limited and there will be a short break for lunch or bring a sack lunch. Please pre-register by sending your $55 class fee, name, address, phone number, and the date of class you wish to attend to: Family Service Building Tomorrow, 501 S 7th St., Lincoln, NE 68508.

Starting in 1981, a small group of community leaders in Lincoln established Family Service Lincoln to assist people in need.

Over the years, the organization has evolved in many ways to meet the needs of those who need it most in the community. For more information regarding services and programs, visit www. familyservicelincoln.org or reach the team at (402) 441-7949 / contact@familyservicelincoln.org.

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The American Red Cross is asking local businesses, organizations, or faith communities to consider working with them to host a blood drive. They are currently facing the worst blood shortage in over a decade, posing a concerning risk to patient care. Doctors have been forced to make difficult decisions about who receives blood transfusions and who will need to wait until more products become available. Blood and platelet donations are critically needed to help prevent further delays in vital medical treatments.

When choosing to host a blood drive, you only need to provide a large open room with enough space to ensure donor privacy; volunteers for recruiting, scheduling, and supporting donors; and the donors themselves. The Red Cross will provide planning assistance, recruitment tools, equipment and supplies, and trained staff to collect donations. Visit redcrossblood.org to learn more about donating or hosting a drive.

The mission of the American Red Cross is to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. The Red Cross shelters, feeds, and provides emotional support to victims of disasters from home fires to major events such as hurricanes, floods, or tornadoes. About 40% of the nation’s blood needed by patients is supplied by the Red Cross. Visit redcross.org or call 1-(800) RED-CROSS to support Red Cross efforts.

sCip to present Mental Well-Being program at irving Middle school February 22 On Tuesday, February 22, the Promoting Healthy Behaviors C o m m u n i t y Awa r e n e s s series, sponsored by School Community Intervention & Prevention (SCIP), Lincoln Public Schools, and Region V Systems, will present “Understanding the Importance of Mental Well-Being” at Irving Middle School. The school is located at 2745 S 22nd St. and will begin at 6:30 p.m. Tammy Sassaman, LMHP and CMSW with 20 years of experience, will discuss how stress affects levels of anxiety, the cycle of anxiety and its impact on behavior, the physical impact stress and anxiety have on the body, the impact of social media on personal well-being, and strategies to cope with anxiety, manage stress, and engage in effective self-care.

School Community Intervention & Prevention is a program of the Lincoln Medical Education Partnership (LMEP) that is designed to bring together families, school, and the community to support student behavioral and emotional health. SCIP’s mission is to provide an effective prevention and early intervention process for youth with behavioral health concerns so they may achieve healthy, productive lives. SCIP works with schools throughout Nebraska by providing tools and resources to address behavioral health issues that impact children, adolescents, and their families. SCIP is supported in whole or part by Grant #2B08T1010034 under the SAMHSA Center for Substance Abuse Treatment and the Nebraska Division of Behavioral Health and monies passed through by Region 4 and Region V to prevention providers ($140,170 or 47%) and $161,100 or 53% from non-governmental entities. For more information on SCIP, visit their website at www.scipnebraska.com or call (402) 327-6843. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

health neWs lincoln orthopaedic Center Merges with nebraska orthopaedic and sports Medicine The physicians of Lincoln Orthopaedic Center and Nebraska Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine are proud to announce the combining of their teams to form Nebraska Orthopaedic Center.

These trusted groups in the Lincoln community joined forces on January 1 to provide the most comprehensive orthopaedic specialty team in the region.

“Our desire to provide exceptional care for our patients, and because of the pressures facing healthcare providers, have led to the decision by these two premier orthopaedic groups to merge and become Nebraska Orthopaedic Center,” said Dr. Douglas Tewes.

Serving central and southeastern Nebraska since 1948, the physicians of the newly branded Nebraska Orthopaedic Center are excited to further enhance the patient experience and expand access with the opening of Ortho Quick Care. This service will provide same-day care for orthopaedic and sports injuries, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; and Saturday - Sunday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

“We are committed to working with our community as partners in this endeavor and increasing the availability of specialty orthopaedic care in the region,” echoed Dr. James Gallentine.

The providers of Nebraska Orthopaedic Center look forward to providing the highest quality of Orthopedic care for their patients.

Nebraska Orthopaedic Center will proudly serve at two main Lincoln locations: North Office, 575 S 70th St., STE 200; and South Office, 6900 A St. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (402) 436-2000 or visit www.nebraskaortho.com.

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hopespoke sets $5K Fundraising goal to support Children’s Mental health in February This February, HopeSpoke is encouraging the community to Have a Heart for Children’s Mental Health, with a goal to raise $5,000 this month to help ensure that children and families have access to mental health care.

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health needs for many youth and families, and created new challenges for others. HopeSpoke inspires healthy futures for children and families through comprehensive behavioral and mental health services. In the past year, over 1,500 children, youth, families, and adults have received lifechanging mental health services at HopeSpoke, with programs ranging from outpatient services, school-based therapy, crisis and residential services, and an extended day treatment program. A donation of $111 can provide one outpatient therapy session for a child or adult who lacks adequate insurance coverage. A gift of any size will help ensure that every individual seeking care at HopeSpoke is able to access vital behavioral and mental health care they need and deserve.

HopeSpoke’s mission is to inspire healthy futures for children and their families through comprehensive behavioral and mental health services. The HopeSpoke team strives to understand the unique qualities and experiences of those they serve as influenced by emotional and cognitive development, family situation, social environment, and personality. For more information about HopeSpoke’s services or to make a gift online, please visit www. hopespoke.org or call (402) 475-7666. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Heartland Urgent Care participates with most commercial insurance plans as well as Medicare, Medicaid, and Tricare. In addition, their occupational health services are provided for companies of all sizes. Their services include pre-employment physicals, drug screens, tetanus shots, and the treatment of work-related injuries.

Services Provided Common illnesses, such as cough, fever, body aches, runny nose, sore throat, ear aches, infections, rashes, and water eyes Minor injuries, including cuts, scrapes, sprains, strains, bruises, or fractures Preventive medical care, including flu shots, sports physicals and COVID-19 testing Occupation health amenities, such as treatment for work-related injuries, drug screens, flu shots, tetanus shots, and X-Ray services (X-Ray is limited to the 27th St. location only)

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stRiCtlY Business upCoMing eVents last Month Recap In January, we enjoyed introducing our friends and clients to Vic's Pizza! This new Lincoln restaurant is from the same group that brought you Honest Abe's Burgers & Freedom. Vic's is located where Sebastian's Table used to be, 8340 Glynoaks Dr., STE 100. The menu has quite the variety, so we had a fun time mixing and matching different slices.

People seemed to really like the Breakfast for Mr. Jones pizza and The One with Pineapple. Others stuck with some of the tried and true classics like Hamburger and Pepperoni Cream Cheese. There was also a pretty intense game of UNO and Battleship that happened after we ate since the restaurant offers board and card games to guests! It was a great opportunity to strengthen relationships with other business leaders while supporting a new Lincoln restaurant.

Thank you to all who joined us!

friends4Lunch at Piedmont bistro on february 8, 11:30 a.m.

Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, February 8, at 11:30 a.m.

We will be hosting our Friends4Lunch networking event at Piedmont Bistro.

This beloved local restaurant serves fresh, made-from-scratch cuisine.

Piedmont’s menu offers a wide variety of options including daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner options along with their all-day Sunday brunch. We will have a select menu for our event, featuring some of your favorite dishes and appetizers. Our group will dine in the Cotner Room, the bistro’s private event room.

It provides an inviting cozy atmosphere for networking. Piedmont Bistro is located at 1265 S. Cotner Blvd. in The Shoppes at Piedmont.

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Friends4Lunch is a chance for you to treat yourself to a change of scenery while connecting with other professionals outside of the office over a delicious lunch! This unique networking opportunity in Lincoln is casual and open to anyone in the business community who is interested in attending…it’s not just for clients so feel free to invite a friend or colleague!

There will be no Friends4Drinks in February, but stay tuned for our next after-hour networking opportunity in March!

RSVP is encouraged for these events. Please let the Strictly Business team know if you plan to attend by calling (402) 466-3330, emailing editor@strictlybusinessomaha.com, or marking yourself as “Going” on the Facebook event pages. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Whether you are buying your first home or financing your business expansion, City Bank & Trust will work closely with you to help you understand what you need to succeed and make the right decisions – without complications, run-around, or excessive paperwork.

They also strive to give their employees the tools needed to guide their customers through all their banking needs. If you’re just starting out or you’ve been a long time customer, their commitment to you is the same: to give you outstanding customer service and help you achieve your financial goals.

A Commitment To Community In 1910, City Bank & Trust Co. was established in Crete. For over 100 years, they have been a progressive leader and key member of the Crete community.

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legislature Back in full swing The 2nd Session of the 107th Legislature convened on January 5 and there have been just over 600 legislative bills and resolutions introduced by State Senators.

The 2nd Session is the “short session” with a schedule of 60 legislative days and they are scheduled to adjourn April 20. There are several unique elements of the Nebraska Legislature. Nebraska is the only state currently operating as a Unicameral (onehouse) Legislature. Because of our Unicameral, it is important for the citizens of Nebraska to serve as the “second house” of our government.

Each of the more than 600 bills and resolutions introduced will have a public hearing. The public hearings for bills introduced are in full swing and public hearings are scheduled to conclude on March 3.

As the “second house” of our government, it is important we stay engaged in the process and allow our voices to be heard by our elected officials. With more than 600 bills and resolutions, it is quite a task to understand all of the legislation being introduced. You can go to www.NebraskaLegislature.gov and click on “introduced legislation” to see the bills introduced, learn the status of each bill introduced, and find out when the committee hearings will be held. I also urge our members to pay attention to the weekly policy updates being sent by our policy and research coordinator, Jack Russell. Each week Jack sends an update of bills of interest, the status, and other happenings related to government activity at all levels of government.

As the voice of small business, LIBA will be focused on testifying on several different bills this session in line with our legislative priorities adopted by our Board of Directors. The priorities include: (1) Requiring a vote of the people to establish a new Joint Public Agency; (2) Increase transparency in political subdivisions; (3) Limit taxing authority to property tax asking plus Midwest CPI and growth; (4) Eliminate personal property tax on Nebraska businesses; (5) Performance of Nebraska eighth grade students; (6) Adjust election schedule to simplify voting; (7) Reduce regulations on business; (8) Build the East Beltway; and (9) Infrastructure. Each of these priorities are important to small business owners in our community and we will be focused on these priorities as we determine bills where we will provide testimony.

Please allow me to share an example of how business owners engaging in the process can have an impact on elected officials and impacting laws. Recently the Lincoln City Council introduced an ordinance on the City engaging with contractors and the requirements surrounding which contractors (and sub-contractors) may be chosen. There were flaws in the ordinance and some unintended circumstances when discussing this ordinance with local business owners.

The impact of the ordinance would have been detrimental to local businesses as some of the requirements eliminated them from consideration. Mostly, this ordinance would have negatively impacted local small business owners who generally serve as sub-contractors. If this ordinance would have passed, most, if not all, of the sub-contracting would have been awarded to businesses outside of Lincoln and Lancaster County. This would have directly contradicted the previous micro-purchasing ordinance passed by the City to support local, small businesses. We shared the ordinance with our members and asked them to contact City Council members and share the impact this would have on our small, local businesses. The business owners responded with calls and emails to Council members and the ordinance has been delayed to be improved by working with local business owners to support our small, local businesses. The people have the power to impact our laws when we engage with elected officials. I encourage all business owners to be engaged in the process and with elected officials. It is our duty!

LIBA studies and promotes these types of issues that are important to businesses and our community. If you have an interest in joining, please call LIBA at (402) 466-3419. LIBA membership is not restricted to just businesses. We also have “individual” memberships for those who want to help influence our local government decisions.

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Chocolatier and owner of Lulubee Artisanal Chocolates, Gaylene Steinbach, has made Lincoln a little sweeter through her passion for small-batch, artisanal chocolates. Her creations are nothing short of art. With treats that look as amazing as they taste, there is no better Valentine’s Day gift for that special someone in your life! For something extra special, check out Lulubee’s suite of Valentine’s goodies that include their Valentine’s Collection of bonbons and large chocolate hearts. Choose from hearts filled with creamy mint ganache, handcrafted peanut butter, caramel, and crunchy pretzels.

Lulubee has a wide variety of every-day bonbon flavors to choose from, so there is something for everyone. You can choose from seasonal favorites or unique signature flavors, such as Blueberry Crisp, Brown Butter Caramel, Jalapeno, Cranberry Orange, Sticky Bun, Strawberry Balsamic, and more. With handpainted designs and tested-to-perfection ganache fillings, you may be tempted to try them all! Mix and match these flavors in a box for an exciting assortment.

Lulubee is committed to decadent flavors, all-natural ingredients, and the patience to make these treats divine. In addition to bonbons, they also offer English toffee, chocolate bars, and delicious flavored caramels and chocolate turtles. Attractive wrapping and packaging make these a perfect gift to give a loved one, family member, friend, or coworker. It could be for Valentine’s Day or—the best reason—just because!

“I wish I could give these chocolates 10 stars! I found them years ago at a winery in Ashland and have been addicted ever since. I give them as gifts to family and friends, and always keep some for myself.” – Nan R.

Give the Love Your Team & Clients Deserve If you’re a business owner, you can make your team or clients feel appreciated with some Lulubee chocolates! Is your sales/customer service teams knocking it out of the park? Are you celebrating a long-term partnership with any of your clients?

“From large, customized thank-you baskets, to treats branded with your logo, we can help make your VIPs feel loved while ensuring your company shines,” tells Gaylene.

“Our partners love sending ‘Taste of Lincoln’ thank-yous,” Gaylene added.

“It’s a terrific way to showcase our community while ensuring you’re sending gifts that can’t be found elsewhere. Reach out and let our team put together something deliciously swoon-worthy!”

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looking at the 2022 nebraska legislative session The 2022 Legislative Session is underway after lawmakers returned to the Capitol here in Lincoln on January 5. The shorter 60day session will continue to focus on several important, ongoing issues in our state as we prepare for another significant session in the Unicameral. Ultimately, there is a full gamut of crucial issues to address as debate will focus on several key items. Amidst the backdrop of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many issues impacting business will remain at the heart of debate and discussion this year.

A great opportunity exists to invest in key programs and initiatives throughout our state from federal pandemic recovery assistance, which could be transformational to many long-term projects.

Workforce development is without a doubt the most talked about issue across the state, dominating discussion as unfilled jobs remain a challenge for most businesses. Areas such as talent attraction, business recruitment, and expanding opportunities for everyone remain top of mind to our workforce development efforts as we look to continue our economic prosperity and grow our state. Lincoln senators have long championed the need for development of our workforce and increased recruitment strategies—we appreciate their continued efforts, and we will continue to work with them in advancing legislation that helps move this work forward.

Other issues, such as expanding affordable housing options, improving infrastructure, taxes, education, and childcare will also be important topics of debate throughout the session. On the topic of affordable housing, it is likely that the efforts of the South of Downtown Community Development Organization and others across Lincoln and across the state should be boosted by American Recuse Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

In addition to the over $1 billion in federal funding provided under ARPA, the bi-partisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act enacted last year by Congress will send an additional $2.5 billion for transportation system improvements, and additional millions for statewide broadband expansion, bridge repair, environmental protections, and other infrastructure improvements and resiliency. There is a real opportunity to identify and prioritize proposals that, with targeted investments, could lead to generational impacts on Nebraskans going forward.

Building off the success of the 2021 session, which saw passage of the COVID-19 Liability Protection Act, passage of Shovel-Ready Grants for local ballfields and other projects, social security and corporate tax cuts, tax relief for military retirees, and recovery programs for businesses, there remains much work to do in the 2022 session.

The Lincoln Chamber, Omaha Chamber, and the NE chamber have continued our collaborative work with other economic development partners in developing American Rescue Plan Act proposals keyed in Workforce, Mega Site Strategy, Innovation, and DE&I. Our aim is to continue to advance pro-growth policies. To sustain and expand Nebraska’s economy, targeted investment in Nebraska’s businesses and workers would not only provide immediate assistance to those impacted by the pandemic but also make a significant and long lasting difference in advancing Nebraska’s attractiveness as a place to live, work, play, and compete.

Our chief objective at the Chamber remains to advance Lincoln business interests and address matters that are essential to helping grow those businesses and our community.

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Find Your Next Work Home with Eschliman Commercial Real Estate Eschliman Commercial Real Estate (ECR) offers site selection resources for office, retail, warehouse, land, and commercial investment prospects, as well as listing services. 30+ year industry veteran and President, Robin Eschliman, also hosts an economic development show on 1400 KLIN AM, “Grow Lincoln”, which covers businesses opening, closing, moving, and expanding, as well as local guest interviews. Husband Ted Eschliman joined the company two years ago after a 40-year career in music retail, co-owning Dietze Music.

We sat down with Ted and had a Q&A to learn more about the company and the people behind it.

What makes ECR unique in the industry?

Our community spirit. We pride ourselves in being involved with roots in local government institutions including Robin’s term on the City Council and currently volunteering on the Lincoln Journal Star Editorial Board, plus the four homeowners’ association boards where we’ve lived. We serve on the YMCA Committee of Management, Realtor Committees, Aging Partners, and volunteer in various church and civic organizations.

How long have you lived in Lincoln?

We are pretty much lifelong Lincolnites!

What is your favorite part about doing business in Lincoln?

What’s great about doing business in Lincoln is how its professional commercial real estate community cooperates, and it is effective connecting business owners and tenants with sellers and landlords through an impressively congenial network. Our core charter is we win when both parties, Buyer/Seller or Tenant/Landlord benefit mutually in a transaction. It contributes to the economic growth of the city.

What is the greatest challenge your business has faced?

Currently, it is the scarcity of inventory. The rising costs have made it tougher to expand, but despite this, business has never been better!

What changes have you seen in the industry lately?

A big change is technology and ease of communication. The era of Google and internet information can become problematic though, when a client thinks they have all the data but still needs the guidance of a professional to act intelligently with good decisions navigating the detail of codes and procedure, as well as negotiating. That’s where we come in, and many are unaware they don’t have to pay us until a deal is done. We can save our clients a lot of hunt and search time.

What is the most rewarding part of the job?

Many boast sales numbers (and yes, we’ve had our million-dollar property transactions), but our greatest reward is when we’ve closed the deal on a sale or lease agreement, both parties come away the better. Then, we’ve really done the job. Tenants/Buyers have a new place to flourish and Landlords/owners are able to reinvest in new ventures. We want to be part of the machinery that grows Lincoln and makes it a better place to live.

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“We’ve been in business for eight years,” Rosenstiel said. “In 2013, we started off as just a sports bar and grill with a focus on the neighborhood.

We quickly grew and doubled the sales in the first year.”

Sales kept doubling and doubling, and when Single Barrel moved into the Graduate, Rosenstiel saw an opportunity and leapt at it.

“With the pandemic, we only lost about 20%, so we took advantage of what we called the ‘COVID Specials.’ Those are when a business needed to get out, and we took a chance down here,” Rosenstiel said.

Born and raised in Cozad, NE, proud Midwest Native Rosenstiel wanted a place for relatives to visit.

“All my friends and families live out west. When they’re in town, they always wanted to come to our place, but it wasn’t downtown.

So when they’d come to a game or a big concert, their hotels are downtown,” Rosenstiel said. “They don’t want to be driving back and forth. So now we’re downtown, which means they have no excuses!”

With a bigger space than the South location, Rosie’s can organize more live music. The venue usually hosts country and blues music, but is still able to bring in more local and regional bands.

“We have deals almost every day. I didn’t think I would be doing so many gimmicky things just to get people into the doors—I can’t even keep up with it anymore—but college students love it,” Rosenstiel said. “Tuesdays are openmic nights, so anyone has the opportunity to get up there and perform.”

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BUILDING MAINTENANCE Don’t wait until something in your building gets worn out, breaks, or springs a leak – stay ahead of the trouble by performing routine building maintenance. It’s important to be proactive for several reasons.

First, a well maintained building will retain the value of the property.

Second, it will be more pleasing to the eye, which can attract and retain both employees and customers. Finally, it is financially beneficial and can save you money in the long run by avoiding expensive replacements for anything ranging from equipment to flooring.

In order to have a successful business, you must have a building that is in good working condition, so we went straight to the experts to learn more about how you can stay on top of your building maintenance.

Pest Problems Let’s talk about maintaining those unwanted guests that you aren’t sure how to kick out – we are talking about little critters, that is. bats to rats is a professional pest maintenance company offering interior and exterior inspection services to identify any possible entry points for bat, rodent, or other nuisance wildlife problems. They also provide solutions to fix or repair any of the issues needed.

“If you fail to keep up on general maintenance, your chances of having issues with rodents or other wildlife greatly increases,” said Daine Patton, owner. “Wild animals look for weak spots in construction or deterioration in building materials to make nests or homes inside of buildings.”

With the increase of people working from home, more are noticing scratching noises or evidence of bats or mice in the walls and attics. In addition to this, the maintenance of commercial buildings has suffered due to less Daine patton people working from the office. Having an Bats to Rats inspection can help point out potential areas before they become a problem.

“Just doing a quarterly walk around the exterior of the property and looking at the condition of utility lines, gutter lines, and entryways can help you stay ahead of this issue,” suggested Daine. “If something doesn’t look right, it probably needs some attention. Keeping up on general building maintenance is an easy and helpful way to keep costs down – wildlife infestations can be costly to remedy.”

Bats to Rats is always a phone call away to help assist you with any of your unwanted pest problems!

Cleaning Services ServiceMaster Professional building Maintenance (PbM) is a full-service janitorial company that cleans manufacturing, medical, government, financial, and commercial facilities, including restaurants.

They will not only leave your business looking spotless, but also will enhance its overall appearance for employees, customers, and clients to enjoy. Owner Jon Paolini elaborated on how ServiceMaster’s flooring services can benefit your business. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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“We offer carpet and hard floor cleaning services that can extend the useful life of all types of flooring. If you don’t keep up with maintenance on flooring, however, it can shorten the life of the flooring and can void your warranty on it,” Jon advised.

Another service offered by ServiceMaster is sanitizing, which has become very commonplace over the past two years due to COVID. They perform sanitizing services as a reactive measure when there is a positive case in the office, but also as routine Jon paolini preventative maintenance. serviceMaster pBM “We offer free estimates, so if someone has questions about bringing our services to their office, we can stop by your business and make a plan for what is needed,” said Jon. “When looking for a company to provide services, it is important to find one you can trust and has been in the business for a long time.” electrical, HVaC, and Plumbing While routine maintenance on your home or building may seem like a chore, Oak electric wants you to keep in mind that it is a matter of safety. There’s some maintenance that you can do yourself, making it easier to take preventative measures. One example is by checking your smoke detectors. These should be tested every six months and replaced every ten years.

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garages, and on the exterior of a home or building. Most manufacturers suggest testing your GFCI receptacle monthly; if you press the ‘test’ button and the circuit does not trip, it needs to be replaced. If the outlet trips but does not reset when you press the ‘reset’ button, this is also an indication that it needs to be replaced.”

In addition to smoke detectors and GFCIs, your electrical panel should be examined periodically. If you choose to examine it yourself, use extreme caution, and keep in mind that the panel cover can be rather heavy. Issues of concern to look for include moisture, corrosion, burn marks, or melting. If you see any of these problems, contact your electrician to further investigate and take care of the matter.

John Henry’s Plumbing, Heating, and air Conditioning is well experienced in both proactive and reactive maintenance. The age of the home will depend on how often you must perform maintenance.

“The older your system is, the more often you may need to have someone come take a look,” shared Joe reinke, owner. “A plumber, for example, should perform an annual visit so that they have the opportunity to spot these potential issues and help you prevent them from becoming a bigger problem. We pride ourselves on helping our customers understand what potential problems can be fixed and giving our customers all final decisions on work to be done.”

John Henry’s opened their doors 25 years ago Joe Reinke John henry’s plumbing, with a strong commitment to customer service and the motto “Quality at a Reasonable heating, and air Conditioning Cost”. Over the years, they’ve trained their plumbers and HVAC technicians to deliver to their customers quality service and work in each of the services they offer: plumbing, heating, air, duct cleaning, water conditioning, drain cleaning, water heater, remodeling, and hydrojetting and septic. They service all makes and models of plumbing and HVAC equipment, and their technicians are

NATE (North American Technician Excellence) Certified, ensuring the safest installations and maintenance possible.

Serving the Lincoln community since 1957, biggerstaff Plumbing, Heating & air offers plumbing, sewer, drain, heating, and cooling services. Having been in the business for 65 years, Biggerstaff has gained quite a bit of experience and knowledge in building maintenance. We spoke to Jim Johnson, who shared with us some advice to remember when performing maintenance in our home or office.

“The two biggest power consumers in any commercial office building are the Jim Johnson lights and the heating and cooling,” said Biggerstaff plumbing, Jim. “Reduce costs by updating the light heating & air fixtures and switching to LED. For heating and cooling, high efficiency equipment with modulating/inverter technology is available.”

Jim also informed us that the way a building is used is the biggest factor in determining how often the equipment should have scheduled maintenance. Some customers require quarterly maintenance, while others are maintained just twice a year.

“Professional maintenance will not only have the systems in your building working better and last longer, but it will also promote the health of everyone who uses the building,” Jim explained. “Better quality filters and indoor air quality products make for a healthier home or work environment.”

The Dangers of Delayed Maintenance randy King with King’s Home Inspections, LLC, has seen plenty of signs of deferred maintenance in homes and light commercial buildings throughout his time as an inspector. From furnace filters that need changed, to water pads on humidifiers, to gutters full of

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debris and missing down spout extensions, to garden hoses left on hose bibs in freezing weather, he knows a thing or two about preventative measures.

“When you don’t take preventative measures, you will run into problems such as early equipment failure, poor performance of appliances, and even further deterioration of the home or office,” said Randy. “Preventative maintenance includes things that you can do on your own, such as cleaning out the gutters and ensuring they have long extensions on Randy King down spouts. Failure to do so can cause King’s home water to overshoot a gutter or drain against inspections, llC a foundation, which invites water into your basement and oftentimes causes foundation damage.”

Other home equipment to keep an eye on includes water heaters and furnace blowers, as they have a shortened service life when they’re not maintained.

“Many modern appliances and systems are designed to require minimal maintenance, and that’s great, but the consumer often equates that to no maintenance at all,” explained Randy. “You cannot fail to change a furnace filter and expect your HVAC system to perform properly, for example. You must make maintenance a part of your routine, whether in a home or business. If you cannot do it yourself, or are unsure, it is wise to hire home maintenance services from a company that specializes in this. This ensures longevity and a minimum of breakdowns in your building, appliances, and various systems, as well as a healthier environment.” building Solutions For more than 20 years, engineered Controls has been designing, installing, managing, and servicing building management and security solutions for buildings and facilities of all sizes and types.

They are dedicated to designing easy-to-use building automation and security systems that provide the highest possible energy efficiency, while ensuring occupant comfort and maintaining a safe and secure workplace.

“Building systems that are properly maintained will run at top efficiency and for the longest possible amount of time, minimizing your operating costs and unnecessary capital expenditures,” said President and CEO Pat Killeen. “Properly controlled and maintained building systems equal maximum employee satisfaction, maximum productivity, and cost savings.”

Engineered Controls offers custom maintenance plans that can be tailored to fit the needs of each customer. A wellpat Killeen maintained system can be cost neutral when engineered Controls considering both the energy savings and extended life of the equipment. In addition, a good maintenance program will help to ensure buildings will experience smooth, uninterrupted operation for as long as possible.

“We offer an advisory service program called Adviser,” Pat explained.

“Adviser is a complete suite of building management services and cloud-based resources that are designed to monitor energy and operational efficiency, and put your facility on a path to optimization.

Our Adviser customers have the support of our network of energy and automation experts, backed by sophisticated analytics technology, all working to deliver the right level of service and information you need to maximize your efficiency and achieve your business goals.”

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where large wind or hail storms are not common, be sure that your roof is being inspected every two years. Finally, ensure that the team inspecting your roof is experienced and well-trained, like the crew at HomeShield Roofing & Exteriors.

“Your roof is your building’s first line of defense,” said Kristina Hill, co-owner.

“Neglecting the roof for the short term can result in things like leaks, mold, and increased energy bills. Over time, these build up to become costly in the long term and can build into things like severe water damage, decreased employee safety, and decreased property value. This results in a pretty hefty repair bill!”

HomeShield reported metal roofing as becoming the more popular alternative Kristina Hill to traditional asphalt shingle roofs. Metal HomeShield Roofing roofs offer a sleek, modern look, last & Exteriors 40-70 years when properly installed, and use reflective paints to reflect solar radiant heat, reducing your cooling costs by 10-25%.

Furthermore, Kristina cautioned home and building owners to be knowledgeable about their material warranty and to find a roofing contractor you can trust. Material warranties specifically cover material defects from manufacturing, which represent less than 1% of reported roof failure. The most common causes of roofing system problems are due to poor installation, damage from severe weather, and lack of seasonal maintenance – all of which are not covered under your manufacturer material warranty.

“More than 80% of all roofs are replaced prematurely because building owners think their responsibility is over after the roof is installed,” said Kristina. “That is why it is so important to select a local, vetted, insured, and trusted roofing contractor to partner with for the long-term.”

More than just Curb Appeal An easy way to freshen up the look of your home or building is with a new coat of paint. It boosts curb appeal and invites guests to enter your home or building, and makes the property as a whole appear well-kept.

Many homeowners are tempted to simply do the work themselves – but do you really want to waste your valuable free time on painting your home? Give yourself a break and reach out to Walter’s Painting Inc. by scheduling an estimate on their website. They provide residential and commercial painting services to the Lincoln area all year long.

“We know that today’s fast-paced lifestyle means that many people are just too busy for home improvements like painting, plastering, and all that prep work,” shared Jeff Walters, owner. “We strive to make the entire process stress and worry-free, in addition to providing premium quality products and services that produce outstanding results.”

Did you know paint is much more than a cosmetic service? A new coat of paint on your walls can help to seal out moisture and repel dust, dirt, and allergens, keeping your home or Jeff Walters office much cleaner. Paint on the exterior of a Walter’s Painting Inc. home or building can even prevent the wood from rotting, saving on repair costs.

“When doing exterior painting, we sometimes identify issues that have not yet been noticed,” explained Jeff. “Problems such as mold, mildew, and rotting wood are found when doing performing work like this, and thankfully, it gets brought to your attention before it turns into a much larger issue.”

Building upkeep is an important investment that will save you valuable time and money down the road. Whether it’s commercial or residential maintenance, we recommend contacting these businesses and experts today to get ahead in sustaining your building!

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WEDDING PLANNING Planning your wedding may be one of the most exciting events you prepare for in your lifetime. The Lincoln area has so many options to suit the varying tastes of each couple that will meet at the altar that it’s often overwhelming to decide where and how to start. From picking a venue to finding the perfect dress or suit to choosing what’s for dinner, it’s a daunting task to plan a wedding. Don’t fret – we spoke to several local businesses and experts that are happy to offer their services to you and help you create your dream day!

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“Everyone wants to look and feel their best on their wedding day!” shared CJ Cooper, owner. “Some of the most determined clients we see are those who are getting in shape for their wedding day. Exercising for your big day will get you into a good fitness routine that you can continue even after your wedding.”

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CJ suggested recruiting your fiancé to join you on your workout journey, or even your bridesmaids or groomsmen, too. Odds are they’ll also want to look great in the wedding photos! Enlisting a workout partner will create accountability and encourage you to stick to your routine.

“Stress is no stranger to wedding planning, and exercise is a great way to help relieve yourself of pressure,” suggested CJ. “However, be sure to relax your body and keep it limber. You can do this through our Range of Motion and Flexibility (ROMAF) class that is offered on Sundays, in which we teach you how to work through your pain points.

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Brummels, co-owner. “To start, we offer a Beauty package, which provides the body with nutrients that will restore damaged skill cells. This leads to an improvement in the tone, texture, and overall health of your skin – giving you that wedding day ‘glow’!”

The Performance package is also something to keep in mind for those working out for their big day. This treatment offers Glutathione, B12, Magnesium, and carnitine, along with one liter of fluids to help boost athletic performance, increase strength, reduce Mandy Brummels fatigue, and shorten recovery time. Other LIVE Hydration Spa treatments include Recover/Prepare, a treatment that contains important electrolytes to help rehydrate while aiding in the relief of hangover symptoms; Pizazz, a package that enhances the immune system, reduces fatigue, and supports optimal thinking, concentration, and function; Eradicate, an immune booster IV treatment; Migraine, a package that offers migraine relief; and Hydration, a treatment providing dehydration relief.

“We are Nebraska’s ONLY distributor of NADIA skincare products,” said Mandy. “NADIA means NAD+ in Action. Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD) is a coenzyme found in all living cells. It is responsible for DNA repair and works with proteins to provide cellular nutrition to preserve cellular health. These levels decline with age, but NADIA skincare delivers highly concentrated NAD+ to the skin.

NAD+ is also offered in dissolvable tablets and as an IV treatment right here at LIVE!” For Smaller Gatherings Calvert Venue is a new space available for couples that are looking to host a smaller wedding event. Whether it’s for the ceremony, reception, bridal shower, or any other occasion, it’s well-suited for a wide range of event needs.

“Calvert Venue is not only a gorgeous space inside, it’s in a fantastic location and is surrounded by a beautiful neighborhood,” shared Sam Kavan, who owns the venue alongside Jayson Becker and Marty Fortney.

“Inside the venue, tables and chairs are provided, and we are able to coordinate the rental of linens with notice.”

The venue partners with Doorstep Diner, a reputable caterer that can please the taste buds of each of your guests. This in-house service offers a diverse menu to choose from and conveniently helps you cross two things off your wedding planning list at once.

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“Calvert Venue is truly ‘The Place to Be,’” said Sam. We hope to make the venue process as smooth as possible for our clients. We invite you to come visit our location and let us help you make it the space that you need it to be!”

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In addition, the building presents a beautiful aesthetic, featuring exposed brick and rustic-urban charm.”

favorite parts of helping a couple plan their wedding: the first showing of their space.

Talon Room has introduced a vendor wedding package that includes flowers, photography, DJ, photo booth, and more. This package depends on vendor availability, so contact Talon Room today to save your spot! Matthew left us with a piece of advice to share with soonto-be-married couples.

“When couples tour Robber’s Cave, they discover a multi-level venue where they can provide guests with indoor and outdoor experiences while keeping the event fresh by moving guests through the building,” said Justin. “It’s a magical experience to be able to hear the words, ‘I love this place’. It’s a satisfying feeling. We want our couples to LOVE our venue, not just settle for a location.”

“I recommend finding venues now because they book fast and it will make the decision process much easier,” said Matthew. “It’s a good idea to take tours of any options you come across, because you’ll never know what you’ll like best!”

Celebrate with a Touch of History For an especially unique wedding venue, try out Lincoln’s oldest tourist destination! robber’s Cave boasts four different event spaces that can hold anywhere from 40 to 400 people, in addition to the historic cave that can be found below the venue. The cave consists of 56,000 square feet of tunnels, giving couples and their guests an experience unlike any other.

“The history of Robber’s Cave dates back to 1864,” shared Venue Manager Justin fuchs.

“We work hard to bring a little history to your story while adding your story to our own history! Every couple that celebrates with us gets to spend time in the cave taking some remarkable photos; they take wedding day photos that are unlike any other couple’s!”

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The management team at Robber’s Cave has over 10 years of event planning experience and works with each party to create custom floor plans, schedules, and event ideas to produce a truly memorable event. Justin happily shared one of his

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Outdoor Weddings For outdoor weddings, visit Wilderness ridge. Overlooking the natural beauty of the golf course, the clubhouse carries out its “wilderness” theme with handcrafted woodwork throughout, natural stone landscaping, and beautiful rustic artwork. Wedding ceremonies are held on Wedding Island, which features a stone path highlighted with blooming flower beds and a sprawling elm tree.

“When you host your wedding at Wilderness Ridge, you can have peace of mind knowing that our team will be helping you take care of everything,” said Margie Merchant, social sales manager. “Golf carts will be waiting at the front doors as you head out to take photos at various picturesque spots throughout the property. Parking is no worry for your guests as they begin to arrive with ample parking situated right in front of the clubhouse.”

Whether it’s a small, intimate rehearsal dinner or a large and lavish wedding Margie Merchant reception, Wilderness Ridge takes care Wilderness Ridge of setup and tear down, table service and glassware, centerpiece and linen options, audio/visual equipment, menu options, and exquisite presentation. They aim to relieve you of some of the stress that often comes with wedding day planning and enjoy helping you make your special day memorable.

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Many guests will be traveling from out of town to attend your wedding, so be sure to reserve a wedding block at Courtyard by Marriott – Downtown Lincoln Haymarket. In just one phone call, they can set up your wedding block, send you a custom reservation link to share with guests, and even reserve your wedding suite (chocolate covered strawberries and champagne included!). They offer a warm and welcoming environment to all who stay with them, and your guests will be no exception.

“We would be happy to help you host a shower or rehearsal dinner, as well,” shared Director of Sales Melanie Maynard.

“Courtyard has plenty of room to space out.

In addition, we offer full onsite catering as well as the ability to have the bar anywhere you’d like. We can cater to special requests as well!”

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Courtyard by Marriott prides themselves on great communication and timeliness.

They’ll check in with you every few months to share updates as your wedding date approaches. You’ll even receive reminders from them before the cutoff date. Their goal is to answer your questions before you even realize you have them!

Melanie also shared with us that she finds the most significant part about the entire process is the wedding itself. Here is a special moment she has witnessed in her time helping couples plan and hold their weddings: “The most precious thing I experienced was a wedding that moved forward when they were limited to 10 people at gatherings,” Melanie explained. “They had a small ceremony at the hotel followed by a family style dinner. It was sweet and intimate, and all that mattered 66 Strictly Business february 2022

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The food served at your wedding is often one of the most memorable parts of the day for your guests. Leave them feeling satisfied by ordering catered food from Venue Catering & events, a concept by PILLAR Restaurant Group. Their team will work with couples to select amazing food that matches their style – and their budget. Even if you don’t see something you are looking for within their seemingly-endless menu options, their talented chefs will do their best to create menus that suit your needs and cravings. Furthermore, the gluten-free certified establishment understands that some of your guests may have dietary restrictions, so they are available to accommodate to the best of their ability with ample notice.

“In addition to catering, we also offer unique locations of different sizes for you to hold your celebration,” said Lisa Peterson, event coordinator. “We have rooms at three of PILLAR’s restaurants – Venue Restaurant & Lounge, Piedmont Bistro, and Cactus Modern Mexican & Cantina. We also have beautiful, historic spaces in downtown Lincoln. The Jasmine Room can be found in the Grand Manse building, and The Scottish Rite Ballroom is located at Centennial Mall.”

Whether it’s the wedding rehearsal dinner lisa peterson or the big reception, Venue looks forward to Venue Catering & events helping you on your big day by bringing in delicious, made-from-scratch recipes that no one will forget.

Party in Style Koozies have become a staple at weddings as party favors, along with other customized items such as plastic cups served with dinner or tailored gifts for the wedding party. Order yours from flicker Promotions, where you can find a huge array of different options to personalize your wedding day experience.

“It’s very popular to offer a customized item as a party favor at weddings,” explained Owner amy Doele. “Drinkware is a popular option. Many couples order customized cups with their names and wedding dates, and maybe a fun tagline that represents their day, to serve at the reception rather than the typical clear or red plastic cups.

These branded cups will match your theme and can be taken home by your guests as a memento, reminding them of your celebration every time they pull it out of their cupboard!”

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To further “tailor” the experience to truly match your dream day, rent a party bus from Tailored Dreams Party buses. Tailored Dreams offers a variety of different busses with carrying capacities ranging from 26 to 45, so no matter the size of your wedding party, you can bring the whole crew to celebrate!

Party buses are great for bachelor and bachelorette parties as well; Tailored Dreams offers a discount if you rent a bus for both your wedding and bachelor or bachelorette party!

“All of our buses have a Bluetooth sound system, loud speakers, heating and A/C, and fun LED lights,” shared Owner DeeDee Loomis. “We are also the only party bus company in the area that has handicap accessible buses in their fleet. We recommend reserving a party bus as soon as possible, as slots are filling up a year in advance!”

Wedding planning certainly brings on some stress, but the experience and passion provided by these experts makes the planning process a breeze! We recommend contacting these local businesses to help you create your perfect wedding day. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

Senior Living While there is not a specific age to qualify an individual as a “senior citizen,” Western cultures typically begin to use this term at ages 6065. Many who reach this age are still in good health and continue to live independently at home. Others may find themselves in need of some assistance with certain activities, or their health deteriorating due to diseases such as dementia. Regardless of your age and health, or that of a family member’s, it’s never too early to begin planning for senior care.

One of the biggest pieces of advice that we receive from senior living services and facilities is to start planning right away. You never know when care is going to be needed. Unanticipated events, such as a negative diagnosis or an injury, can cause one’s health and independence to diminish quickly. However, no one is ever upset that they came into an unexpected event prepared!

When you choose to begin planning, it can be overwhelming when looking at your options for senior care. According to the American Health Care Association (AHCA) and the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), there are 200 assisted living communities in the state of Nebraska. Remember, that number just represents assisted living communities – it doesn’t go into all of the other senior living services available in Nebraska, such as independent living communities, athome care, and health care services.

If the thought of planning for your future or that of your aging loved one’s causes you to feel overwhelmed, you’re not alone – that’s why we spoke to experts from senior living businesses and services right here in our community to help you get a better understanding of what is available in the Omaha area and how they can help you or your loved one continue to thrive in their later stages of life.

• Continuity/longevity of staff and the staff-to-resident ratio • Training that staff must participate in that is directly related to the type of care they are providing • The licensing that is required of staff (i.e. RN/LPN/CNA) • The activities offered • Who family can contact with questions and concerns, and if they can be assured that they will be responded to • What happens in the event that an individual’s needs exceed what a community can provide • What happens in the event that finances deplete • Quality of the food provided • The opinion the current residents of the community have on the facility

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If you are searching for senior housing options, Oasis Senior Advisors is a wonderful place to begin. They are committed to simplifying the process of selecting a senior housing community for you and your family, and they do this through their free senior housing services. Their advisors handle all of the research and matching services for you, and utilize their proprietary OasisIQ software, which takes into account your lifestyle, finances, and other factors to find the perfect option. Owner of Lincoln’s Oasis Senior Advisors is Beth Friesen, and she offered some tips to consider when looking at senior care options.

“First, know that there is no such thing as a ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to senior living communities,” said Beth. “There are many flavors of ice cream for a reason. It is also going to largely depend on what type of care you or your loved one is in need of.”

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“When you choose a service like Oasis Senior Advisors to help you with the search, we bring clarity to the complex,” Beth said. “Instead of feeling like you need to look at everything, we meet with you, find out what is important to you, review medical and financial needs, and then allow you to see all the wonderful places that could meet those needs. The best part is that we are a FREE service to seniors and their families.”

Beth also explained that Oasis Senior Advisors is helpful to caretakers, as caregiving for a loved one is one of the most stressful things for an individual to undertake, and that it can be daunting when it is time to make a move to a senior living community. Their advisors wholeheartedly understand the importance of this decision and will work to help you find the best choice available.

“We will be advocates for you and/or your loved ones,” shared Beth.

“We love what we do and count it as a privilege and honor when you choose us to guide you to the next best place to call home.”

Senior Living Communities that Care fallbrook assisted Living & Memory Care has created a homelike environment for all of their residents. With easy access from the apartments to the common areas and amenities, residents can conveniently enjoy a variety of services such as the salon, a beautiful chapel, and the comfortable theater room. In addition, they have special memory-specific amenities for their residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, such as the Alzheimer’s Lounge or Journey Stations that are meant to trigger special memories.

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“Our seniors are looking for a place where they can keep their independence, but have the security and comfort of getting

the assistance and support they need to meet their unique individual needs,” said Karrie Seeman, director of sales and marketing. “They have worked hard to get to this chapter of their life and deserve nothing less than a community that can meet those expectations.”

In 2021, Fallbrook hosted daily activities such as cards, exercise class, and morning coffee club, in addition to special events like Western Day, Italian Night, a luau, outdoor movie night, and Veterans events.

For 2022, they look forward to getting back to their usual outings to the Lied Center, the melodrama performances at Mahoney State park, trips to the casinos, and visits at the Sunken Gardens.

Fallbrook is owned by MJ Senior Living, who recently acquired Pemberly Place to be the newest member of their senior living family.

Pemberly Place provides the same quality of care standards offered at all MJ Senior Living communities, such as a fabulous theater room, activity room, dining area, and plenty of space to call home.

“We are excited to create our signature MJ Senior Living quality of care standards at Pemberly Place,” shared Tracy Magill, executive director of Pemberly Place.

“Our residents and employees deserve our commitment to excellence. We don’t want to be good – we want to be the best.”

Pemberly Place offers independent and assisted living, as well as memory care, so a resident’s level of care can be adjusted as their needs change. Right next to providing compassionate care for the seniors residing in their home, Pemberly prioritizes helping families find the best senior community for their loved one.

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“We don’t have a competitive spirit when it comes to helping seniors find the right place for them,” said Tracy. “In the time we spend with our seniors and their families, we are going to do our best to help

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them find safety and comfort, as well as ensure the answer to their situation is one that they have led us to. Making sure our residents will be happy and fulfilled in this chapter of their life is so important to us.”

We all know it’s best to be prepared – senior housing is absolutely not an exception to this concept! Kyle yates, retirement living advisor with Legacy retirement Communities, gave us a bit of advice to keep in mind.

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“If you’re considering retirement living, be proactive about your search,” said Kyle.

“Don’t wait until there’s an emergency to force you to make a decision. With so many wonderful options out there, there might be one that supports whatever you need in the moment and can also provide additional care along the way.”

Legacy offers four different communities: Legacy Terrace; Legacy Estates; The Legacy; and their memory care community, Legacy Arbors. Legacy’s communities offer independent and assisted living, allowing seniors to age in place when they choose to stay at Legacy.

“If you or a loved one would benefit from more social engagement and activities that bring more joy and fulfillment to your day along with the safety and security of a community, then independent and assisted living communities like Legacy Retirement Communities are a great fit,” said Kyle. “Tour several different places and watch for things such as staff engaging with the residents or how much activity is going on. Make sure to try the food and get to know what activities are available!”

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The Waterford Communities is comprised of three different senior living homes: Williamsburg Campus and College View Campus, both of which are assisted living communities, and Wilderness Hills Memory Care. Each home provides a high staff-toresident ratio, daily home-cooked meals, regular housekeeping, and security, among other features to give you peace of mind.

We spoke to Executive Director Gracia Kremer, who touched on a topic that nearly all of us will have to discuss at some point in our lives: Deciding the right time to consider assisted living for aging parents.

“While it’s crucial that you talk with them about assisted living, get their opinion, and try to make decisions with their wishes in mind, there may come a time when an aging parent is no longer safe living at home alone,” began Gracia. “In those situations, it’s tough to make the decision to move them into a place with adequate care – especially if they’re against the idea.”

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• Not eating enough food, or enough of the right foods • Experiencing a bad fall or being at risk for a fall • Wandering or forgetting to take a medication • Poor personal hygiene • Cluttered or dirty living spaces “We want to help our residents maintain their independence while also receiving the quality, professional help they require,” said Gracia. “Give us a call to schedule a visit if you or a loved one is considering assisted living.”

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setting that is right for you. Their excellent staff and teams strive daily to serve the residents’ and their families’ needs, while maintaining dignity in life for all residents, families, visitors, and their team of caregivers.

They aim to enrich the lives of their residents through regular activities and daily spiritual services.

services through the Resident Services and Congregate Housing Services programs.

The Foundation for the Resident Services Program is the Resident Services Specialist at each building. Their job is to provide general support to residents and offer a range of activities and programs to enhance the overall quality of life at each building. Activities range between pot-luck meals and garage sales to shopping trips and movie nights. They also plan and educate the tenants on the building’s emergency and urgent-response systems. The Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP) brings the services of two full-time social workers, who share time between all buildings. These social workers are able to work with individuals who need additional supportive services such as case management, personal care, house-keeping assistance, and transportation. The CHSP also serves hot meals six days a week in the dining rooms at Burke Plaza and Mahoney Manor.

“Some of our services include our restorative program, therapy programs, specialized and therapeutic diets, morning rounds by our medical director, a beauty and barber shop, and outings in the community when permitted,” offered Admissions and Public Relations Coordinator Megan Herter. “We also provide specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care, and individualized programs that are designed to reduce feelings of confusion, fear, and agitation and offer meaningful, enjoyable activities that stimulate the mind and body.”

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According to the American Health Care Association (AHCA) and the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), 35% of assisted living residents in Nebraska have Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. When a large percentage of the assisted living population is living with dementia, it’s important that there are communities available that specialize in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. CountryHouse residence for Memory Care, a community by Agemark Senior Living, is a wonderful choice when looking at a home for your loved one with dementia.

long-term care, short-term rehabilitation services, and memory support.

They can provide what you need today, along with the security of knowing that there are options for tomorrow.

“We create a living environment that radiates love, dignity, and safety while encouraging personal independence,” concluded Megan.

“Whether it is sleeping in until ten o’clock in the morning or taking a resident to a movie they want to see, we at Sumner Place focus on personalized care.”

CountryHouse believes that quality of life can be enhanced in the right environment, and that by triggering positive memories, finding common connections, and stimulating the mind, body, and spirit, they can make the most of each day for residents, staff, and families.

When looking for independent senior-living options that include opportunities for engagement, check out the Lincoln Housing authority. They pride themselves on providing “more than housing” and nowhere is that more evident than at Burke Plaza, Crossroads House, and Mahoney Manor, where more than 270 older adults reside and have access to a wide variety of social and personal support

“When you are looking at memory care communities, prioritize concepts such as safety and security, access to medical care, activities that promote interaction and socializing, and programs that are designed specifically for residents with dementia,” said

“They truly gave my mother moments of joy.”

Kathy, Daughter of CountryHouse resident Moving her mom into assisted living was incredibly difficult for Kathy. So when she realized her mom needed even more advanced dementia care, she looked to CountryHouse for support. Not only did the team answer Kathy’s questions and help arrange a speedy move, but they took the time to really get to know her mom’s stories and interests.

“Kindness and respect are two words that come to my mind when I think of the caregivers at CountryHouse.”

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If you have a loved one that may be in need of memory care in the future, you may be wondering what timeline you should be following to ensure that your loved one is well taken care of. Marcia first explained that you Marcia houchin should consult a doctor when you see a loved Countryhouse Residence one struggling with basic cognitive abilities; for Memory Care while most forms of dementia cannot be cured, there are treatments that can slow the progression and ways to manage symptoms and behaviors. Early diagnosis enables families to begin intervention and make plans for the future.

“Dementia is a progressive decline,” Marcia began. “Its initial symptoms may be gradual, and there may not be an immediate need to seek memory care. As the decline continues, however, you may come to believe that your loved one needs a stable memory care environment.

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Tabitha offers a range of services from results-driven rehabilitation, accessible at-home home health care, innovative living communities (including Tabitha at Prairie Commons which is slated to open in Fall 2022, and an InterGenerational Community where independent seniors and College of Health Science students will call home in 2023), and compassionate hospice services. In addition, Tabitha recently launched Tabitha Care +Plus, a service which partners with physicians to seamlessly support care and management of chronically ill patients.

“Tabitha’s Senior Care Experts work with each client, along with their support system, to determine current needs and anticipate how they may evolve,” said Senior Living Advocate aubrey Paulsen. “The goal is to provide loving, compassionate, and professional care that enhances the safety and well-being of older adults while proactively avoiding the need to make major life and health decisions during times of crisis.

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sights and sounds of nature, or a trip to a local museum or market. Our clients make appearances at staff birthday parties and team events and if they can’t come to us, our owners may just stop by with lunch and a friendly hello!”

AmanaCare is expanding quickly, but at their core, they’re still a family-owned company.

They deliver professional services with a personal touch and strive to make their clients feel like part of their family. They believe sara Jeffery their employees are their greatest assets, and organization-wide focuses include amanaCare training and on-the-job mentorship to help their employees grow both personally and professionally. In addition, AmanaCare regularly shows their appreciation for their employees through retirement parties, birthday celebrations, and other staff outings. Sara says that happy staff members lead to happier clients!

“Home care is about more than just housekeeping,” Sara concluded.

“At AmanaCare, we realize that there’s a difference between staying home and thriving at home! We focus on all areas of care to ensure our clients remain happy and safe and exactly where they want to be.”

Home Care, Plus Care Management The caregivers at Home Care Partners dedicate their professional lives to caring for others and providing them with the greatest quality of life, wherever they call home. They are the care option for families who are looking for support and care management in their health care continuum. Their partnerships within the healthcare community allow them to provide care together to help reduce hospital readmissions and to promote health and healing.

“After we start supporting a family, they find so much relief in having a care manager,” said Co-owner Karla frese. “They need an advocate that is an expert in collaborating with healthcare professionals. Interactions with a variety of different healthcare professionals are a necessary aspect of everyone’s journey. A care manager will help organize appointments, provide consultation, assessment, planning, and evaluation with the right professional at the right time.”

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Sometimes all of the required medical information and coordination can be a bit stressful and overwhelming, which is why choosing a home care provider that offers care management is so important. As part of the planning process with Home Care Partners, a care manager supports the family by creating a plan of care, building a care team, understanding powers of attorney, advanced directives, medication management, and long-term care policies. They coordinate a hospital discharge or transition, explain the reasoning for health changes, and educated the client and family on “what’s next”.

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“The shared focus and oversight on health, home management, and maintenance keeps everyone on the same page-without one person getting burned out,” explained Karla. “For example, when there are multiple appointments, a caregiver can transport mom or dad to an appointment for hearing, vision, foot care, hair, etc., and the daughter or son can save their day off for a doctor’s appointment or other important commitment.”

Home Care Partners invites you to reach out to them today to learn more about how their services can benefit your family.

Senior Health and Wellness Nebraska LTC Pharmacy is a concierge pharmacy that simplifies the medication process from start to finish. They offer in-home consultations, in which a member of their team will meet with customers and caregivers directly to customize a medication plan. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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“Each patient has the option to choose which type of packaging they want to receive their medication in – multi-dose blister pack, 31 day blister pack, seven day blister pack, pill box, or vials – and how often they’d like to receive their medications – weekly, every four weeks, or every 12 weeks,” explained Kylie reinsch, assistant manager. “They can pick it up, or we can mail or deliver it to them.

We also uniquely offer in-home injections and we accept all expired medications for destruction and encourage compliance with an appropriate medication plan.”

• Refers interviewed, screened and qualified in-home caregivers

Nebraska LTC works closely with all medical professionals to maximize communication for best possible patient care.

They are a great resource for seniors and/or their caregivers, as they do all of the work involved when switching services and maintaining services, which allows a trusted relief that you or your loved one is being taken care of.

• Provides quality care at affordable rates • Places caregivers between 1 to 24 hours per day, 7 days per week

“Our services allow seniors and caregivers to relax and focus on other priorities knowing that Nebraska LTC has all of their medications covered.”

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According the CDC, adults 65 years of age and older who are generally fit and do not have limiting health conditions should get 150 minutes of aerobic activity per week, and work on muscle-strengthening at least twice a week. This aims to prevent many of the health problems that seem to come with age, as well as grow one’s muscles to allow them to continue to perform their day-to-day activities without becoming dependent on others.

If you or your loved one is ready to lead an active lifestyle, join a gym, or simply has questions about exercise for seniors, get in touch with right foot forward fitness. They have a selection of tools and resources to help seniors reach their ultimate fitness goals.

“Seniors, who we refer to as Masters Athletes, have oftentimes reached a stage in their life where they desire to travel more, see more, just plain do more,” shared Owner Jeff Madsen. “Sometimes they find that they are starting to struggle physically to keep up with their plans and busy life.

Walking long distances, up stairwells, and other things that weren’t challenging before start to become challenging. That’s where we can help. It’s very possible for seniors to increase their balance, Jeff Madsen proprioception, strength, and endurance, utilizing safe and effective exercises Right Foot Forward Fitness modified specifically for their needs.”

Right Foot Forward Fitness is not just a gym or a training program, it’s a community. Whether you’re there for a month, a year, or a decade, Jeff’s goal is to: 1. Help you understand a better way to work out based on your age and the physical shape you are in, and 2. Help you build relationships that will help you with your fitness journey, wherever you go!

“We have extensive experience in helping seniors develop an exercise routine and stick to it to reach their health goals,” Jeff said. “Seniors are capable of amazing things! While we want to make sure that all exercises are appropriate for a person’s current fitness level, we also want to acknowledge their capabilities and help them reach their objectives.”

Storage Solutions When the time comes for a loved one to move into a senior living community, it’s likely that they’re going to have a difficult time giving up some of their treasured items. Things such as furniture,

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knick-knacks, kitchen items, and more can be filled with many years’ worth of memories for them. Rather than selling or tossing out these mementos – potentially upsetting your loved one – consider renting a storage unit at Store It All facility. The self-storage facility is locally owned and operated by Rod Berens and Rick Wintermute and is located at 3321 Ox Bow Circle, just east of North Star High School. Store It All offers a variety of different unit sizes so you can find storage that fits exactly what you need and protect your loved one’s treasures with the utmost care.

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CCA Home Care is an in-home care agency providing a Nurse Registry, in which they screen and refer CNA caregivers who work directly for their client as an independent contractor. The care is client-directed, ensuring the specific daily needs of your loved one are being met.

With no hourly minimums or up-front deposits, CCA Home Care is affordable and can fit budgets of all sizes.

CCA Home Care provides a valuable resource to the Lincoln community through the production of their ElderCare Resource Handbook. The handbook is an all-inclusive listing of services, programs, and other resources available for the aging in each area. By understanding the services, resources, and options which are available locally, they hope seniors and their families can make informed decisions which have the potential to enhance their quality of life and independence.

From government and financial services, to medical support and living options, to home health care and end of life services, the ElderCare Resource Handbook can help seniors throughout all stages of senior living. CCA Home Care offers both an Omaha and Lincoln-specific handbook, so be sure to check out both to really understand all of the amazing senior living options we have in our local area!

At-Home Care with End-of-Life Services There’s truly no place like home, and Visiting Angels agrees. Rather than moving your loved one into an assisted living facility, Visiting Angels provides compassionate care at your loved one’s home, allowing them to age in place. They offer a variety of care services, including companion care, personal care, social care, dementia care, and more.

They even offer end-of-life care, allowing a loved one to remain in their home up until their last days.

decisions. We spoke to Family Service Representative Stephanie Springer to learn more about how Wyuka can help in the pre-planning process.

“I am here as a guide and counsel to help navigate you through the decisions needed for the services and items a person needs for their own arrangements,” said Stephanie. “I don’t make any decisions in the pre-planning process. I simply listen to what your wishes and desires are and formulate a plan custom Stephanie Springer tailored. You make an impact on others’ lives and even the world during the time you Wyuka Funeral Home & Cemetery spend on Earth. Your funeral or celebration of life should reflect just that. I like to sit down with individuals to begin this conversation and always welcome their families to join the process.

I want to be able to help commemorate a person’s life the way they deserve. I meet with people to find out what they want for their final arrangements and explain the steps and decisions that need to be made to make sure their wishes are carried out.”

Though it can be a difficult and somewhat awkward task to handle, Wyuka’s experts are well-versed in helping make these decisions and want you to feel at peace knowing plans have been made ahead of time. Families have never come to Wyuka feeling upset that all of the details were made in advance; they see it as a gift and are truly relieved that they know exactly what their loved one wanted and know exactly what to do.

Everyone wants to continue to be healthy and live comfortably as they age. These local businesses and experts have the tools and resources to help you and your loved one do just that.

From assisted living communities to home care to health and wellness, they each have so much more for senior living than what we can fit on paper, so be sure to reach out to them to learn more about what they can offer to you and your family.

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“Our caregivers are able to offer end-of-life support so that your loved one can spend their final days at home, if they choose,” said Owner Natalie Leon. “It can be an overwhelming responsibility for family and friends to provide emotional and physical support, which is where we can step in and help.”

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The caregivers at Visiting Angels receive training in non-medical end-of-life care.

The training includes information on the stages of death and dying, which provides background knowledge they need to support seniors and their families.

“Our caregivers serve as ‘eyes and ears’ for families and keep a watchful eye on a loved one’s condition to check for any changes,” Natalie offered. “Our professional home care aims to give you much-needed non-medical assistance for a dying loved one, and support for families as they navigate through this difficult time.”

Leaving Your Loved Ones Prepared The older we or our loved ones get, the more important it is to plan ahead for the day in which our time on Earth comes to an end. By preparing for this day, you are relieving some of the emotional weight from those you love by freeing them from making stressful decisions quickly during a difficult time. Pre-planning also ensures your wishes will be honored, and financial worry is no burden to your loved ones because these plans were previously made and funded.

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Employing Lincoln

It’s imperative to a company’s success to have the right people in the right positions, which is what makes hiring such an important process.

There is a lot of pressure to find and retain the best people for your brand, so you have to show the candidate pool why they should choose your company over another. This why you have to market your business as a great place to work! Recruitment marketing has become just as important as other recruiting efforts.

We know there are amazing businesses and organizations here in Lincoln to work for, and we are honored to showcase some of them right here in our Employing Lincoln feature. The following businesses and organizations are passionate about being known as a great place to work in Lincoln. Check out what they have to offer their employees when it comes to benefits, flexibility, company culture, training and professional development opportunities, and so much more. If your business/organization would like to be featured in our next Employing Lincoln feature in the May 2022 issue, let Strictly Business know.

CountryHouse Residence for Memory Care is looking fo r e n e r ge t i c a n d ex p e r i e n c e d s a l e s and customer service professionals with a strong desire to help others! As a Senior Living Consultant in Lincoln, you’ll get to know prospective residents and families while building trusting relationships and walking them through the process of selecting a new memory care home. This position offers a competitive salary, health, dental and vision benefits, 401K match, PTO accrual starting day one, annual profit sharing and bonuses each time you welcome a new resident to our family.

Natasha Kirk, Senior Living Consultant at CountryHouse in Elkhorn, Nebraska, says, “We take Memory Care to another level and truly embrace treating staff and residents like family. I have worked for other senior living organizations over the years, and I really feel that this is a beautiful, compassionate environment for residents in our care.”

CountryHouse offers a caring and loving home to those who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and has three communities in Lincoln. Agemark Senior Living is the parent company of CountryHouse and has been selected by Fortune Magazine as one of the Best Workplaces for Aging Services three-years running. A family-owned business with more than 30-years of experience helping seniors, our mission is to treat all who live and work in our communities like family.

Apply today at agemark.com/careers and search “sales consultant.”

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ServiceMaster Professional Building M a i n t e n a n c e (Ser viceMaster PBM) employs professional cleaners, floor tec hnicians, and sanitizing teams who are trained, certified, screened, and tested to ensure top-quality service for our customers. We know that right now times are hard for many, but fortunately, ServiceMaster has been at the front lines working diligently to ensure our customers and their employees are able to work safely in a professionally cleaned and sanitized environment. As ServiceMaster is growing and expanding our services, we are always looking to add to our team! We have both full-time and part-time day and evening positions available.

We can provide opportunities to those individuals looking to meet financial goals or make some extra money for upcoming holidays!

ServiceMaster PBM now offers new and updated pay rates for all positions. We are a locally owned and managed company that offers great perks and benefits such as flexible scheduling, onsite training, employee bonuses, hiring bonuses, employee incentives, recognition, referral programs, and opportunities for tremendous growth. We are one of the few in the industry to offer paid time off! All ServiceMaster employees are eligible for bonuses, PTO, and paid holidays. Please call (402) 476-2194 or visit www.smpbm. com for more information on current employment opportunities available or for a free quote on janitorial services for your office. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

Your money has above and beyond people — Union Bank & Trust is not only recognized locally for this catchy (and truthful) campaign that resonates with its customers and employees, but is also nationally recognized for both its customer service and great culture. With a family-first culture, community focus, and genuine interest in the well-being of its employees, UBT is comprised of authentic, talented people who really care. From salaries and benefits to time off and wellness initiatives, our work environment keeps our employees engaged, challenged, and rewarded. Are you ready to join the UBT family and see for yourself that you belong here? Visit the Careers page at www.ubt.com/careers or email careers@ubt.com. Equal Opportunity Employer. Member FDIC.

Making connections since 1996, Communication Solutions, LLC (CS, LLC) has been providing support and inspiration to drive excellence in customer support and sales for clients through our incredible team.

Initially starting in Springfield, MO, our current reach has spread to offer employment opportunities and career advancement in nine U.S. locations and is continually growing. Work-from-home opportunities are available in as little as 30 days based upon performance and attendance. All equipment is provided, the only requirement is high-speed internet at home. Many flexible schedules are available between the hours of 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. Both fulltime and part-time. Must be at least 16 years of age to apply!

When you choose to work with CS, LLC, a premier provider of business-to-business and business-to-consumer call center services, we offer even more…CS, LLC has an upbeat and friendly atmosphere paired with great benefi ts like paid vacations, holidays, 401K matching, healthcare benefits, and a referral program that makes us a cut above the rest. For open positions visit joincsllc.com or give our recruiter a call today at (402) 261-1038.

CFO Systems is a nationwide fi rm founded in 2004 to provide practical, experienced financial and human resources leadership to small and middle-market organizations. Our vision is to be a collaborative partner who help our clients grow to their full potential under a fractional, timeshare and/or interim basis.

Our team is comprised of CFOs, controllers, senior accountants, and human resource experts. Our team has over 1,600 years of experience in multiple industries in a variety of roles. This depth of knowledge, education, and experience provides our clients with access to reliable experts who provide objective leadership, strategy, and creativity without the expense of a full-time executive.

CFO Systems was named on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies for four consecutive years and again in 2020.

Headquartered in Omaha, the team has a significant presence in the Midwest and spreads out Southern California, Texas, Georgia & the Northeast. Learn more about working at CFO Systems online at www.CFOSystemsLLC.com or email office@ CFOSystemsLLC.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

We’re all about quality, so we hire the BEST! From day one here, you’ll gain valuable career skills.

Raising Cane’s hires and rewards top talent with paths to succeed, and it all starts with mouth-watering, quality chicken finger meals, made with love.

We are looking for managers and crew to join our team! We offer tuition reimbursement, holidays off with your family and friends, flexible schedules, competitive pay, and the best atmosphere in the business. Text RCJOBS to 97211 or visit workatcanes.com today! What are ya….chicken?!

At Cheever Construction Company, we rely on our employee owners’ t a l e n t , d r i ve, a n d leadership to make our projects possible. We are looking for hands-on, quality-driven people who have experience and are comfortable managing projects, satisfying clients, and building construction careers. We offer competitive wages, benefits, job advancement opportunities, and company ownership.

Cheever Construction Company is a relationship-based firm—we take pride in building trust with our clients and project partners in all that we do. We have built our reputation on our integrity, expertise, and exceptional people. Our dedicated industry experts are among the most experienced and highly skilled in our regional market.

It’s these people (our owners— honest, hardworking, professionals) that make Cheever Construction what it is.

Cheever Construction Company is an equal opportunity and drugfree workplace. Cheever Construction offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Apply in person at 3425 N 44th St. in Lincoln or call (402) 477-6745. More information can be found online at www.cheeverconstruction.com.

At The Windcrest on Van Dorn, our team of caregivers ensure that each assisted living resident r e c e i ve s c a r i n g a n d professional services 24 hours a day. Our friendly employees assist residents with their activities of daily living to include housekeeping, laundry, wellness and activity plans, courtesy transportation, and restaurant-style dining. Our comfortable community boasts over 60 beautiful apartments surrounding a lush courtyard where nature can be enjoyed in a quiet setting. Inside, you’ll find an ice cream parlor, serene chapel, large activities room, library, and alcoves for puzzles or socialization.

Managed by Sonida Living, our employees have the benefits of flexible shift options, BCBS health insurance, 401K, paid time off, free life insurance, free meals, and holiday pay. Employees enjoy having fun with many planned activities throughout the year to continuously bring on the JOY! Recent job opportunities have included Medication Aides, C.N.A.’s, Dietary Servers, and Receptionist. Part-time, full-time, and PRN (as needed) shifts are regularly scheduled. Continuing education and on-the-job training are available to all employees.

Our team members feel a deep sense of purpose serving seniors. We love getting to know our residents and their families. If you are thinking about changing your employment and want to discover how you can make a difference in the lives of others, go to www.sonidaseniorliving. com/careers and apply to be a part of a rewarding team! Questions can be directed to Catherine Horner, executive director, at (402) 486-0011. february 2022 Strictly Business 77

New Horizons Enterprises, L LC h a s o p e n i n g s fo r laborers for interior demolition and asbestos abatement. New Horizons k n ow s e m p l oye e s a r e fundamental to success and offers competitive wages and benefits to help show our employees that they are valued. New Horizons also annually gives raises and bonuses. We strive to keep our employees for the long term and have a clear path for how our employees can advance their career with New Horizons. Company-wide training is given monthly and other opportunities for training and education are also available. We strive to create a positive, supportive culture that includes team outings and events and an annual award program. New Horizons is a small, woman-owned business that works throughout the Midwest. To learn more, visit newhorizons-llc. com or call the Lincoln office at (402) 261-8130.

As the state’s quality award-winning senior care expert, nonprofit Ta b i t h a e m p owe r s people to live joyfully, a ge g r a t e f u l l y.

Supporting Nebraskans for over 135 years, Tabitha employs nearly 1,000 team members across much of Nebraska offering results-driven rehabilitation, accessible at-home home health care, innovative living communities, and compassionate hospice services.

A top finalist in the 2021 Lincoln’s Choice Awards for “Best Work Environment,” Tabitha offers a wide range of rewarding careers in compassion and opportunities for advancement and growth. From nurses, aides and therapists to housekeeping, culinary, maintenance, transportation and administration, Tabitha team members embrace and live out their company culture and core values. Your career at Tabitha includes variety, flexibility, competitive benefits, and—most importantly—work with a purpose. Learn more and view current job listings at TABITHA.org/CAREERS. NEOGEN Genomics provides genomic solutions to family farms, commercial food producers, pet owners, aquaculture, and more around the world.

At NEOGEN, we invest in our employees, recognizing that our employees’ success is a key to our success. We take those with minimal experience in the science, sales, data, or customer service fields and develop them into experts in genomics.

Our robust benefi ts plan offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, a tuition reimbursement program for those who wish to further their education, a 401(k) retirement plan, and much more.

Our people say it best: “You can go from knowing nothing about genetics to being an expert in the lab. The options are endless.”

“My supervisor helped me apply my science background and developed me as an employee.”

“I started out doing odd jobs. Soon, I got promoted. NEOGEN believes I can, so I know I can.”

To learn more about NEOGEN Genomics and the career opportunities available, visit www.neogen.com/careers. If you need accommodations in the application or interview process, you can email hrjobs@neogen.com or call the Human Resources Department at (517) 372-9200.

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PureCare Dry Carpet Cleaning and Underfoot Flooring Solutions have been employing Lincoln for almost 10 years. We are a small, family owned business, with competitive pay, great benefits, and a great culture. Owner Cory Schlisner and the lead technicians take pride in training each staff member. At PureCare, we are an equal opportunity employer and will be expanding our staff in the next future months.

From our employees to our customers, creating a family environment is one of the most important aspects of our mission.

We believe that we should know our industry better than anyone.

Only then can we pass our knowledge along to both customers and employees. We follow a “never stop learning” philosophy and love sharing what we know to help make Nebraska’s homes and businesses cleaner. To learn more about the companies and career opportunities, visit purecarecarpet.com or call (402) 580-4850.

Since the beginning, Duncan Aviation has been family owned and operated. More than 65 years later, we are the largest family owned maintenance, repair and overhaul facility in the world!

We are proud of the work we perform, the customers we ser ve, and the communities we live in. Most of all, we are proud of our expert team members who bring their best day in and day out to ensure Duncan Aviation remains a competitive leader in the industry.

From a competitive total rewards pac kage, to professional career development opportunities and our strong family values, we strive to create the best experience for every team member. We believe in cultivating an inclusive culture throughout the organization that reflects our core values by listening to and empowering diverse voices.

Accepting a position with Duncan Aviation is more than a job, it’s a career. See what opportunities are waiting for you: www.

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Build a rewarding career with Community Action! Every day, dedicated and passionate Community Action staff work alongside their community members to make a positive difference where they live and work. Community Action’s mission is to empower people living in poverty to reach economic stability. Achievement of this mission begins with having a dedicated team. The agency offers a number of great benefits including medical, dental, and vision; 401K retirement plan; flexible work schedules; PTO; and paid professional development. Currently, for certain roles within the Head Start program, a $1,000 bonus is available upon completion of training. Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties, operating in Lincoln since 1965, offers 17 poverty-fighting programs in four impact areas: Early Childhood Education, Homelessness Prevention, Financial and Family WellBeing, and Hunger Relief and Healthy Food Access.

Currently, Community Action has a number of open positions, including many teaching positions within their Head Start programs.

Qualifications needed vary by position, but they encourage anyone with a passion for or experience with early childhood education to apply or inquire. Individuals can apply at www. communityactionatwork.org or inquire by calling (402) 875-9315. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

When we talk about who we are as a company, we talk about our team. From the top-down, our team has a genuine passion for people.

What you get with ALLO is a group of people who have been disrupting the old way of business for almost 20 years. Our teams are empowered to always do more for each other and our customers. Our upload speeds will blow your mind, but our people are the ones truly making the difference each day. ALLO team members get FREE service, generous vacation time, a 401(k) match program, and health benefits that kick in after just one day on the job. Plus, ALLO was recognized as one of the best places to work in Lincoln by Woods Aitken LLP, the Lincoln Journal Star, and the Lincoln Human Resource Management Association. ALLO has immediate opening for IT Analysts, Network Engineer, NTAC Engineer, GIS Fiber Design Technicians, Senior Civil Engineers, Financial Analyst, Software Engineers, LMS Administrator, and a Digital Experience Specialist.

Learn more and apply online at www.allofiber.com/careers.

Legacy Retirement Communities is committed to improving the way we age and how we perceive aging. Celebrating over 25 years as a locally owned, family-owned, and operated company in Lincoln, the values of family, compassion, integrity, comm unity, and quality remain at the center of everything we do. As an employee, each day offers purpose and fulfillment as you walk through life alongside those who call our communities home. You can discover where your purpose in life leads through a variety of career opportunities including nursing, culinary, fitness, enrichment, administrative, and more. We believe our teams thrive by recognizing and learning from each other’s individual talents. We’re at our best when we can identify our personal values and goals, allowing for our careers and lifestyle to complement each other. If you share our commitment to honor aging and enrich the life of each person in our community, let’s connect. Learn more at careers.legacyretirement.com or call (402) 417–7292.

Zeng Granite, Inc. is Lincoln’s bestkept secret in stone fabrication.

Our company is g row i n g, w h i c h gi ves our team members incredible opportunities for advancement and skill acquisition. We have positioned ourselves as the friendliest partner of builders and remodelers in the Lincoln and Omaha areas. Zeng Granite provides granite and quartz countertops to builders, remodelers, and home owners. We believe having a slice of a mountain as the centerpiece of your home gives each family a unique and beautiful gathering space.

If you are friendly, willing to learn, and have a desire to work hands-on with mountains (slabs of granite) everyday, we have a spot for you! Zeng Granite lives and works by their values. We want team members who live these values also: Family, Safety, Education, Longevity through Quality, and Trust.

We are currently seeking individuals to work in our shop and learn the stone fabrication trade. We are also in search of individuals with experience in templating, CAD, and installation of countertops. We offer competitive pay, health insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, paid time off, daytime working hours, weekends off, and other benefits to give harmony to your work and home life. We encourage everyone to fill out our application online at zenggranite.com/careers. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

A t A m a n a C a r e, w e t r u l y believe our employees are our greatest assets! As suc h, we treat all of our staff members with respect and appreciation for their contributions to the organization. Training and on-the-job mentorship are organization-wide focuses to help you grow both personally and professionally.

We’re committed to helping your career and adding to your resume because we know that happy staff members lead to happier clients! Do you want to join our care staff? We’re looking for dedicated team members to provide our clients with exceptional service.

At our core, we value family, community, and loyalty. If you share in our values, apply to join our team today! Visit www.Amana-Care. com or contact (402) 440-5878 / contact@amana-care.com.

Ayars & Ayars, Inc has been building lasting relationships in the commercial construction industry since December 1985, and over the years their focus hasn’t changed. They continue to work with their customers to develop long-term rewarding relationships.

They not only take pride in what they do, but also who they work with. Their employees are the core of their business. Ayars & Ayars, Inc. not only provides design and construction services, they perform much of the work themselves with well trained, highly skilled craftsmen. They utilize their team of craftsmen in the concrete, masonry, metals, and carpentry crews to deliver their clients with high quality, on-time, on-budget projects.

Ayars & Ayars offers a competitive pay and benefits package including a $1,000 hiring bonus, referral bonus, paid holidays, and vacation and sick pay for full-time employees. Ayars & Ayars, Inc. is an equal opportunity and drug-free workplace. To learn more, visit ayarsayars.com and/or call (402) 435-8600.

Region V Ser vices has been supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Southeast Nebraska for 49 years. We believe each person has something meaningful to contribute to our community. Region V Services employees identify and elevate each person’s unique talents, and work to create opportunities, develop life skills, and build relationships.

A career with Region V Services is more than just a job. Through support and connection, we help individuals with disabilities live each day to the fullest. Our employees work alongside individuals to provide training and support in the home and at various community locations.

Region V Services is hiring full-time and part-time positions, with a variety of shifts available to meet your schedule. Full-time positions offer employee benefits including competitive pay, paid vacations and holidays, health insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a wellness program. We offer a hiring bonus of up to $600.

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If you know of a local, woman-owned business, tell Strictly Business about them!

APRIL 2022 ISSUE

Calling all Women-Owned Businesses!

In the April 2022 issue of Strictly Business, we will run our biannual “Women-Owned Businesses” feature to highlight the businesses in Lincoln that are proudly owned and run by women.

“The world needs strong women. Women who will lift and build others, who will love and be loved. Women who live bravely, both tender and fierce. Women of indomitable will.” – Amy Tenney

FEATURE INCLUDES: Strictly Business is direct mailed to over 15,000 businesses in Lincoln every month! With a 2–4 month shelf life and a pass-along readership, it’s estimated that 1 copy of the magazine reaches at least 5 people. Editorial features are published on our website, as well. We are proud to have a strong online presence.

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Walk-ins welcome.

No appointment necessary.

BENEFIT FROM A FULL RANGE OF SERVICES

Covid-19 Testing and Vaccination

Common Illnesses

Minor Injuries

Coughs, Runny nose, Watery eyes, Fever, Body aches, Sore throat, Ear aches, Infections, Rashes

Cuts, Scrapes, Sprains, Strains, Bruises, Broken bones (fractures)

Moderna Vaccines and Moderna Boosters Available PCR & Rapid Covid Testing Available

Preventive Medical Care

Occupational Health

Flu shots, Sports physicals, COVID-19 testing, RSV Testing

Work-related injuries, Drug screens, Flu shots, Tetanus shots, X-Ray services (27th St. location only)

COME SEE US TODAY! 27th & Capitol Parkway 965 S. 27th Street Lincoln, NE 68510

402-477-3505

New Location: Piedmont Shopping Center 1265 S. Cotner Blvd Lincoln, NE 68510

402-242-6500

Monday - Saturday: 8am-8pm Sunday: 10am-6pm

We accept our last patient 20 minutes to closing

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