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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Happy New Year!

PAIGE ZUTAVERN - President 402-730-0096 | Paige@StrictlyBusinessOmaha.com

Happy New Year from the Strictly Business team! We are very grateful to be entering into 2019 with all our amazing clients and readers. It’s rewarding to serve the Lincoln community year after year. As a local news and marketing publication, we get a front row seat to all the exciting things happening in our area—new faces, new businesses, expansions, partnerships, charitable giving, outreach, the sharing of innovative ideas, etc. Our resolution for 2019 is to continue publishing relevant, reliable news each month, along with introducing the community to local industry leaders and experts.

New Year’s resolutions are a lot of fun to make, and we think they are pretty fun to share, too! Here is what the Strictly Business team is looking forward to accomplishing this year: Paige Zutavern, President - I’m really determined to spend more time investing in my family and friendships this year. I have a hard time slowing down, but some recent events have reminded me how important it is to stop and smell the roses. I want to cultivate new friendships, as well as nurture my relationship with my long-time friends. Shayne and I are also enjoying watching our two sons grow up to be young men. As a small business owner who is super driven and loves to work, it’s easy for me to get wrapped up in those demands. This year, my goal is to take God’s lead more, which will require me to take a step back so I can see the plans He has for me, my family, and my business.

Hannah E. Hundley, Editor - As I think about my resolutions for this new year, I can’t help but reflect on what the last year ended up having in store for me. At the start of 2018, I didn’t know what Strictly Business Magazine was; now I find myself in the editor position, contributing to a publication I’ve come to believe in wholeheartedly. It goes to show how much can change is the span of 365 days. My goal this year is to continue to challenge myself and pursue what I’m passionate about. I’m also striving to strengthen myself physically, mentally, and spiritually a little more each day.

Sarah Young, Executive Assistant - What an exciting year! I’ve graduated college and landed my first fulltime job. I cannot wait to see what lies ahead in 2019.

Since starting at Strictly Business, I have already seen a lot of progress in my skill-base, but I look forward to really honing in on my productivity this next year. I am also setting a personal goal to find balance between work and play, now that I am seriously entering the “adult” world. I am thankful to have great people around me to help guide me through this new chapter. Happy 2019.

CONTENTS NEWS 4 Business 27 Personnel

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Holly Ryan, Art Director - As we say goodbye to 2018, it’s only right to reminisce on the all of the things to be thankful for. My family and friends are my biggest fans and supporters. They have made me who I am today and I cherish every moment with them. Also, I am so very fortunate to work with such a great team at Strictly Business. All of the amazing people I have met and continue to meet through my role here have made such a positive impact on my professional growth and I look forward to that continuing throughout 2019. A huge thanks to our readers and clients, I have developed an even bigger love for the Lincoln community because of you! Happy New Year to all! 2019, we have arrived!

Lizzy Werner, Office Assistant - 2018 has been a year full of change and growth for me. I am proud to announce that I recently finished classes at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and I am currently trying to adjust to life without school. I am so blessed with the opportunities I have been given and all of the wonderful experiences I have had this year. My heart is full, to say the least! As I am going into my fourth year with Strictly Business. I am eager to take on more responsibility and build new relationships, while still strengthening current ones with clients and coworkers. The knowledge I have gained and the networking I have done has been an amazing experience, and I can’t wait for more! I’m excited to see what this year has in store for me. May the year ahead be equally as amazing as the one that came to a close.

Bring it on, 2019!

What’s your New Year’s resolution? Let us know!

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The road to Capital Cigar Lounge was paved by two main ideas: Creating a place where friends can enjoy friends, and a space that allows for innovative ideas to be shared and new relationships to be formed. Executives and young professionals alike flock to Capital Cigar, where a true sense of community can be found. The lounge is considerably upscale; it even offers exclusivity to members, but the majority of Capital Cigar is made up of the public lounge, which is open for all friends in the community. The public lounge mixes luxury with that familiar Midwest hospitality, allowing anyone in the area to stop in and see how good it feels when friends, ideas, and, most importantly, fine cigars come together.

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For co-founders Anthony (Tony) L. Goins and Austin M. Hillis, turning Capital Cigar into what it is today was truly a labor of love. Austin’s appreciation for cigars led him to purchase Capital Cigar in June of 2017. At the time, the business was in a hole-in-the-wall location off of 56th and O St. Unless a person knew they were going to Capital Cigar, they’d never find it. Fortunately, Tony Goins knew exactly where he was going, but he didn’t know his encounter with Austin would lead to a partnership—one that would later facilitate the launch of an unparalleled cigar lounge in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Tony, with his enthusiasm for the cigar culture, joined Austin as co-owner of Capital Cigar. The two shared the vision of growing Capital Cigar, so in August of 2017 they moved operations into a more accessible location at 15th and Pine Lake. The hope was to create a lounge area there, but Tony and Austin realized the space didn’t allow them to craft the layout and atmosphere they were envisioning. This realization, fueled by their passion to take Capital Cigar to the next level, resulted in the ground breaking at the location Capital Cigar Lounge currently resides today off of 16th and Old Cheney.

In this digital age, there is so much noise. Having face-to-face conversation with a friend over cigars and cocktails has become a lost art. It’s Capital Cigar’s mission to reintroduce this way of life to the community. The lounge is a place to come and relax; unplug and just get away from it all. At Capital Cigar, each visit should feel like a mini-vacation.

Capital Cigar Lounge boasts a selection of 15,000 “...the majority of Capital Cigar is cigars, each brand holding up the Capital Cigar brand. made up of the All the recommended brands at the lounge come from public lounge, Tony and Austin’s extensive knowledge into the practices, products, and people behind the production of each which is open for cigar. Of these top brands, Tony and Austin are proud all friends in the community.” to say that they earned the trust of the owners of the esteemed Alec Bradley brand. Alec Bradley cigars are coveted in the world of tobacco enthusiasts, as the necessary precision required to construct their blends limits the amount the produce and distribute through the world. In fact, only select locations carry Alec Bradley cigars, and Capital Cigar Lounge just so happens to be Alec Bradley’s first partnered lounge in North America.

With community and innovation in mind, Capital Cigar features an upscale and comfortable public lounge area for customers who want to smoke cigars or pipes while enjoying fine spirits, wine, and local beer. The building is 3,500 square feet with a state-of-the-art customized ventilation system for comfort, complete with ample seating, a full-service bar, and a pool table. There is also a Cohibabranded members-only lounge. Membership allows access from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. with a key fob entry or technology from GeoKey, along with private access to the outdoor patio and a personal locker. Capital Cigar Lounge is designed for business, at any time of the day. Their conference room, with built-in video/ audio call and presentation technology, is available to private members (no charge included) and the public to be rented by the hour during business hours.

Truly though, the ambiance at the lounge is better experienced than explained.

Swing by Capital Cigar Lounge today to see for yourself, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram for details on their weekly events, like poker night, girls night, chess lessons, and many other professional networking opportunities.

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BUSINESS NEWS No Coast Business Advisors Releases New Book, Exit Lever Jeff Dousharm and Jethro Hopkins of No Coast Business Advisors officially released their first of many books on December 12, 2018. The book is titled, Exit Lever: How Smart Business Owners & Buyers Avoid The 10 Mistakes That Ruin the Sales of Businesses. These are the words that drove Authors Jeff and Jethro to write this book. They were frustrated by seeing so many good business owners (sellers) and buyers, get deals ruined when it comes to the sale of a business. As a result, Jeff and Jethro made a commitment to do two things: Expand and train more brokers to serve others, and write Exit Lever so they can save more people from mistakes that are wasting both time and money!

Jeff and Jethro aren’t just business brokers, they have started (or acquired), scaled, and sold millions of dollars of their own businesses.

What that really means is that the experiences they share are from more than just theory or operating as business brokers. They have been through the challenges, headaches, and trials that real business owners and entrepreneurs have also faced.

No Coast Business Advisors offers a complete suite of services specifically targeted to those who are looking to buy or sell a business, including consultation, valuations, listing and promotion to target audience, selection and presentation of businesses that fit a buyer’s criteria, preparation and management of all key details, closing, and more. For more information, please call (402) 217-3252, email ncbalincoln@gmail.com, or visit nocoastbusinessadvisers.com.

Bold. Authentic. Fresh.

KOEN is the only restaurant in Lincoln where you can enjoy authentic Japanese BBQ flavors pre-marinated and brought to you ready to grill . Every guest becomes a world-class chef with personal smoke-less grills built right into each table.

Kubert Appraisal Moves Into New Office Kubert Appraisal Group of Lincoln has relocated. The new office is located at 6001 S. 58th St., STE F, within the Trade Center office park.

Specializing in the appraisal of commercial real estate, property and land, Kubert Appraisal Group provides appraisal services related to office, industrial, retail, multifamily, urban development, lodging/hospitality, agricultural, and other special-purpose properties. In addition, Kubert Appraisal Group can provide specialized appraisal services such as appraisal review, property tax assessment issues, eminent domain valuations, conservation easement valuation, as well as litigation support, including expert testimony.

“We are very excited to find space that meets the needs of our expanding staff and workload. The Trade Center is a great location for our business, and we are excited to be part of the Trade Center community. A special thanks to Steve Arens and NHS-Commercial for working with us to create this opportunity,” said owner and CEO Tom Kubert, MAI, CCIM. Kubert Appraisal Group proudly serves Lincoln, Lancaster County, and the Greater Nebraska region. Kubert Appraisal Group is committed to providing high-quality appraisal services. For more information, contact Tom Kubert at (531) 500-0890 or email tkubert@kubertappraisal.com. To learn more about Kubert Appraisal Group, visit www.kubertappraisal.com.

9Round Fitness Opens New Location in Midlands Place, Papillion In November, 9Round Fitness opened its doors for business to the public with its first location in Papillion, NE. This will be the third 9Round facility in Nebraska for brothers and co-owners Trevor and Todd Vettel.

9Round offers fun, 30-minute, full body kickboxing themed workouts that change daily and cater to all fitness levels with current customers ranging in age from 10 to 82! What makes their services really unique is that there are no scheduled class times. Instead, customers come in for their 30-minute workout when it’s convenient for them, making it easier for people to fit working out into their busy schedules.

“You can show up anytime during our normal hours of business and we will always have a trainer on the floor prepared to take you through an amazing workout!” Explains Trevor Vettel, a graduate of Nebraska Wesleyan University. Trevor has received extensive kick box training from the likes of World Champion Kickboxer Shannon “The Cannon” Hudson, Kevin “the Hurricane” Hudson, and renowned boxing coach Xavier “Bad Pads” Biggs.

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“We understand that starting a new fitness program can seem intimidating which is why we always offer a FREE workout and consultation with one of our trainers,” points out Trevor, who has created a workout environment for his clients that is full of energy and enthusiasm. “We really like to have a good time while we work out. Anytime you go through a 9Round workout, you are sweating, smiling, and learning!”

Business hours for 9Round Fitness (www.9round.com) are Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m –8 p.m., with a mid-day shut down from 1:30–3 p.m., Saturdays from 8 a.m.–noon, and closed on Sundays.

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Caribbean and Latin Night Party Stur 22 Lounge, a local ethnic restaurant with an electric nightlife, hosted an Afro-Caribbean and Latin Night Party for New Year’s Eve. This was the second year Stur 22 pulled off this hot international NYE celebration.

The lounge housed two DJs for the event: DJ KEY and DJ Modex. The two artists played a mix of salsa, reggaeton, afro-beats, soca, and dancehall. Along with the colorful range of music, partygoers also enjoyed drink specials, free food, and a champagne toast at midnight.

Stur 22 is an attractive and vibrant gathering place, located at 2110 Winthrop Rd. The lounge is a chic and welcoming space, serving a unique array of cuisine’s incorporating Caribbean and West African flavors. Their drinks and cocktails menus features a lively and tasty selection of mojitos and their own hand crafted signature cocktails. The great room has a stylish and attractive bar and the soft and inviting furniture represent a mixed of colors from Africa and countries in the Caribbean.

Stur 22 Lounge is a place where mature adults can mingle, network, and socialize with people of like minds and like ideas in a respectful, clean, and enjoyable environment. The lounge is open Tuesday–Thursday, 4–11 p.m., Friday–Saturday, 4 p.m.–1 a.m., and Sunday 4–9 p.m. (closed on Mondays).

For more information, call (402) 805-4579 or visit their website at stur22lounge.com. Keep up with Stur 22 on Facebook to find more events like this one!

Home Care Partners of Nebraska to Host AARP Prepare to Care Trainings Karla Frese and Andrew Carlson with Home Care Partners of Nebraska invite you to their office (301 S. 68 St. Place) for a Prepare to Care training on Friday, February 8 and 15 at 9 a.m.

Prepare to Care is a resource guide for families that was developed

by AARP to help make the job of care giving more manageable. It includes information on how to have vital conversations with older family members, organize important documents, assess your loved one’s needs, and locate important resources.

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“When it comes to caring for a loved one, most families don’t have a plan until a problem or crisis emerges. People can now expect to live 20 to 30 years beyond the traditional retirement age of 65. It is now more important than ever to prepare for future care giving demands,” said Karla, owner of Home Care Partners of Nebraska.

Interested individuals are invited to join the class to gain a framework to help you make plans to care for family members, neighbors, and friends. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn the steps to create a care-giving plan, connect with other family caregivers, exchange tips and advice, and learn about resources available to you and your loved ones.

Home Care Partners of Nebraska (www.homecarepartnersofnebraska. com) is looking forward to seeing you at one of these two training opportunities. Any questions can be directed to Karla at (402) 780-1211 / Karla@HomeCarePartnersofNebraska.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Millennial Net thermostats can integrate with existing BMS system via BACnet IP protocol, Modbus TCP/IP or RTU, or works with the standalone Millennial Net energy management system to provide remote monitoring, control, and maintenance of building environments. Wireless pneumatic thermostat provides an affordable, noninvasive solution for multizone buildings and multi-site portfolios. Combined with other wireless Millennial Net devices, it provides an integral and extremely cost effective solution to the dramatically improve energy conservation for pneumatic HVAC systems.

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BUSINESS NEWS Omaha Fashion Week Announces February 2019 Designer Lineup The producers of Omaha Fashion Week (OFW) have announced the designers selected to show during their upcoming season, taking place February 25 – March 2, 2019 at Omaha Design Center (1502 Cuming St.). See the full designer lineup and reserve your tickets to this red carpet event at www.omahafashionweek.com.

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NMotion Partners with gener8tor to Launch NMotion gBETA Programs Beginning in 2019, gener8tor will be joining forces with NMotion to offer new ways for early-stage, high-growth startups to launch and grow. The partnership will further NMotion’s mission and provide a larger network of mentors, resources, capital, and collaboration for startups in Nebraska and the Midwest.

The Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have been committed to working together and building the startup ecosystem by sponsoring the NMotion Accelerator.

As part of this relationship, gener8tor will operate three NMotion programs per year under a “free” model. Each program will run for seven weeks, consist of five startups and require no fees and no equity from participating startups. gener8tor started offering this “free” model under its gBETA brand in 2015. Today, gener8tor operates gBETA accelerators in Beloit, Cincinnati, Detroit, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Madison, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Northeast Wisconsin, and Toronto. gener8tor will continue to operate this program under the NMotion brand, and five teams will be accepted to each of the three sevenweek programs run annually starting in Spring 2019. Two cohorts will be open to startups across all industries, and one cohort will be focused on AgTech/Food-based startups.

Participants receive intensive and individualized coaching and access to gener8tor and NMotion’s national networks of mentors, customers, corporate partners and investors. The program is designed to help startups gain early customer traction on their product or idea, and establish metrics that make them competitive applicants for full-time, equity-based accelerators or seed investment.

NMotion is currently accepting applications for the NMotion director, which will be responsible for operating the program. Interested applicants can learn more at nmotion.co/careers. Applications are also open for startups who would like to participate in the program at nmotion.co/2018/12/06/apply. Individuals wishing to get involved in other capacities should contact Christina Oldfather at christina@ nmotion.co or (402) 525-7461. For more information, visit NMotion.co, gener8tor.com, or gBETAstartups.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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East Lincoln Business Association Announces Upcoming Meeting The East Lincoln Business Association (ELBA) will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, January 17 at the Resort at Firethorn, located at 8855 Resort Dr. Join ELBA on this date from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. for lunch, business discussion, and networking.

Get involved with the ELBA today in order to have access to monthly speakers and networking events, allowing you to learn about different aspects of running and protecting your business, best practices, and what’s new in Lincoln. ELBA currently has 80+ active members who meet monthly to discuss the events impacting our business environment.

Initial annual membership cost is $50 with a renewal of $40 per year.

ELBA also invites you to increase your involvement with the organization by applying for a board of directors position. If you are skilled in finance, membership acquisition and retention, social media, speaker procurement, or website maintenance (WordPress), you would make a great asset to the team. Talk to any ELBA board member about getting more involved.

Current board members include: Karla Wilson, president; Laurie Fraser, vice president; Jacquie Hirschman-Eller, treasurer; Darren Lichty, treasurer; Doug Florer, secretary; Andrew Hartley, secretary; Sara Boardman, website; Cory Hoagstrom, membership; Tim Kirkpatrick, speaker line-up; Jen Wolf-Wubbels, social media; and Daine Patton, ELBA-U. For more information about the East Lincoln Business Association, visit elbalincoln.com.

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BUSINESS NEWS Koen Japanese BBQ & Sushi Celebrates Grand Opening On November 28, Koen Japanese BBQ & Sushi hosted its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony conducted by the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce. At the event, Koen featured many of their specialty dishes, including unique sushi rolls and tuna sandwiches, as well as some of the classics like dumplings, edamame, and wontons.

Koen is a family restaurant with a sophisticated twist, where you can enjoy authentic Japanese flavors brought to you plated and ready to grill to your liking on their smokeless table grills. Koen provides more selections of high-quality sushi and meats than anywhere else in the area. Their attention to detail and food presentation are unmatched.

Koen is on its way to becoming one of Lincoln’s most premiere dining experiences. Stop by Lincoln’s first Japanese BBQ restaurant, located at 2601 Jamie Ln., STE 100, today!

To find out more about Koen Japanese BBQ & Sushi, an affiliate of Shogun and Kinja restaurants, and their authentic Japanese cuisine, please visit www.koenlincoln.com or call Koen at (402) 480-6116. Don’t forget to connect with Koen on Facebook (@koenlincoln) and Instagram (@koenjapanesebbqandsushi) as well!

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The American Marketing Association–Lincoln Chapter is offering a workshop, titled Moving Into Management: A Workshop for Marketers Who are Ready for a Promotion, on Friday, January 18 from 8–11 a.m. at The Event Space at 5550 (5550 S. 59th St., STE 10).

Have you been absolutely crushing it as an individual contributor? Are you ready for the next step? Does your boss have trouble seeing you in a management role because you’re so dang brilliant in your current role? Then it’s time to make some changes.

Join Mary Kate Gulick, senior manager of brand and creative at TD Ameritrade, and a marketing veteran and sought-after team leader by national and global organizations, for this three-hour session. Mary will talk about what leadership looks for in their next management hire, and how you can prepare to be the obvious choice. Together, you’ll work through a series of marketing management concepts, talk about the responsibilities that marketing managers have that individual contributors don’t, and the mindset shifts you’ll have to make to get and succeed in the job.

In the end, you’ll walk away with a step-by-step strategy for preparing yourself and promoting your accomplishments to leadership to land yourself in the next level.

The American Marketing Association–Lincoln Chapter serves as the resource for area marketers to learn, grow and connect through opportunities that promote marketing excellence. They offer education and networking events for seasoned marketing veterans to recent college graduates. From high-level strategic planning, to marketing fundamentals, the nationally recognized chapter can enhance your career.

Registration for the Moving Into Management workshop is $35 for current American Marketing Association–Lincoln members and $45 for non-members. To register, visit www.amalincoln.org. Questions can be directed to Erin Wirth at erin.wirth@nebraska.gov. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Capital Cigar Lounge Presents Weekly Event Lineup for January Capital Cigar Lounge has recently launched a series of weekly and biweekly events, with the goal of connecting the community and adding some excitement to the average weeknight.

The weekly events are as follows: Monday Poker Night at 6:30 p.m.; Professional Mixx and Mingle happening every other Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., beginning January 8; La Senora Wednesdays, 6–10 p.m., designed to be an educational experience on the etiquette and culture of the leaf (men are welcome); and weekly chess lessons by nationally renowned chess player and instructor Steve Kuzma every other Monday at 5:30 p.m., starting January 7. Capital Cigar Lounge will also be hosting an after party for the Nebraska Cigar Festival on Friday, January 18 at 10:30 p.m.

Capital Cigar Lounge, located off of 16th and Old Cheney, is the Midwest’s premier cigar lounge. It is a place where friends can enjoy friends and great conversations can be had. The mission of the lounge is to create two-hour mini-vacations for their customers and friends with each visit to its public lounge, a comfortable space for guests who want to smoke cigars or pipes while enjoying fine spirits, wine, and local beer.

Nonsmokers will enjoy their time in the lounge as well, as it is equipped with a state-of-the-art customized ventilation system.

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Virtual C Now Offers New Technology Coaching Packages Virtual C is pleased to announce new coaching packages tailored for technology experts, leaders, and practitioners. Virtual C has been a leader in offering online and remote coaching and training to technology companies throughout the world, and is now expanding their group of industry experts to meet the needs of organizations looking to transform their IT departments into centers of excellence for strategy.

As technology continues to become more integral to every part of an organization, it’s critical that technology leaders be ready to address strategic challenges and be ready to manage enterprise initiatives.

Virtual C’s coaching packages include one-on-one sessions as well as providing access to the tools and advice that technology practitioners need to take their career to the next level.

Virtual C was founded by business and technology experts to empower companies to pursue their passions. Their mission is to be an unbiased partner to organizations and to help guide strategies that get businesses operating at their most effective level. The Virtual C Collaboration Center is the area’s premier location for training, conferences, strategy sessions, and other professional events.

Virtual C offers executive consulting services and works with businesses to facilitate agile transformation. Adam Walter works with companies to offer up agile CIO strategy and interim management services. Andrew Storz is an expert in lean, agile cultural transformation; breaking down company silos. Their services allow you the benefits of a full-time chief information officer (CIO) without having to pay for a full-time CIO. The Virtual C team ensures visibility involving technology needs that will give you a competitive edge in the marketplace. For more information, please email info@virtualc.biz or visit www.virtualc.biz. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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BNI Heartland is proud to say that their members have passed thousands of referrals, and they have officially surpassed the $250 million mark of closed business over the last 10 years! While that is an impressive number on its own, the economic multiplier conservatively estimates the total impact to business owners in Omaha and Lincoln to be over $1 billion. BNI can prove their results, as members track what they do in BNI, using BNI Connect—either online or by the exclusive BNI mobile app. This also allows them to easily see their results.

BNI is happy to keep their members busy with the referrals they receive, and they look forward to continuing to build businesses and growth in 2019.

Many organizations provide a service, but BNI® offers a strategy to get more referrals for your business and continued learning to help improve your networking skills. For more information on becoming a BNI® member and the educational opportunities offered through BNI® University, visit bniheartland.com or contact (402) 880-6311 / info@bniheartland.com.

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The Better Business Bureau reveals that business email compromise is financial fraud, often targeting businesses engaged in international commerce.

Scammers use malware to gain access to company email and instruct accounting employees to send money to another company overseas. The FBI calls this scam “more sophisticated” than other scams aimed at businesses.

How the Scam Works: You receive an email from your company CEO, who may be out of the country or away from the office on business, asking you to arrange a wire transfer of a large sum of money to a “supplier” or “business partner” often in another country. The request is similar to transactions you’ve handled in the past. Unfortunately, sophisticated scammers – believed to be part of organized crime groups from Africa, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East – are targeting companies that regularly work with suppliers in foreign countries and routinely send large sums via wire transfer. Businesses of all sizes can be targets, and the scam is growing.

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BUSINESS NEWS Berry Law Firm Named Among Best Local Businesses in 2018 Berry Law Firm added another trophy to the trophy case in December when it was chosen as “Best Local Business” in the 2018 Best of Lincoln Awards.

The Best of Lincoln Awards is given each year by the Lincoln Award Program to local businesses that have achieved prominence and success in their respective professional field in the Lincoln area.

The program chooses companies they feel show the positive sides of small businesses through their hard work in the community and commitment to serving customers. There is one winner per category and Berry Law feels privileged to be the recipient for 2018 in the legal sector. The mission of Best of Lincoln is to recognize business community contributions to the U.S. economy and Berry Law is proud to be considered.

While Berry Law has been privileged enough to be recognized on a national scale, there is no greater honor than having the community they work in recognize their hard work and dedication to their clients. Berry Law have been committed to helping their clients gain the best possible outcome for every legal battle they face, and they are thrilled to have the Lincoln Award Program acknowledge their work in the community.

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Mourning Hope Grief Center Hits Halfway Mark for Capital Campaign Goal The Mourning Hope Grief Center announced today that its “Make Room for HOPE” capital campaign is more than halfway to its $4 million goal. The campaign will build Lincoln’s first permanent facility dedicated to supporting children, teens and families grieving the death of someone significant in their lives. The building will also house additional services and resources that address adverse childhood experiences.

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The “Make Room for HOPE” capital campaign is co-chaired by Doug and Pam Ganz, and Dave and Terry Hansen, with ten additional community volunteers serving on “Team HOPE”, the campaign cabinet.

Under their leadership, the campaign has raised more than $2.2 million.

Mourning Hope plans to build at 1311 South Folsom St., adjacent to the Willard Community Center and Schroder Park. The new Center will provide bereavement support for children, teens, young adults and their families. The home-like design includes a multi-purpose room with substantial participant capacity, and specialty breakout rooms of various sizes for healing activities.

Lead “Make Room for HOPE” donors include a local family foundation; Union Bank & Trust; Nelnet; Ameritas; Dave and Terry Hansen; Mourning Hope’s board of directors, board of trustees, and staff; and the Community Health Endowment of Lincoln.

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BUSINESS NEWS Russ’s Wine and Food Experience Set for February 22

Sun Valley Lanes Hosts First 70’s DiscoThemed New Year’s Eve Party

The 2019 Russ’s Wine and Food Experience will be held at the Embassy Suites on Friday, February 22 from 5–8 p.m. This is the 11th year for the event, a favorite of Lincoln-area wine lovers. The Russ’s Wine and Food Experience has raised almost $400,000 for the Lincoln Community Playhouse over the last 10 years.

Approximately 90 booths will fill the main ballroom, offering a local and international selection of wines. Foodies can sample fine cheeses, gourmet desserts, beef, seafood, and many unique items. Russ’s Market bakers will be making several varieties of fresh baked artisan breads at the event. In addition to the main ballroom, Reserve Room guests will enjoy an exclusive selection of reserve wines and a buffet prepared

by Russ’s Market Catering Department.

The goal for this year’s Russ’s Wine and Food Experience is to raise $30,000 for the Lincoln Community Playhouse. General admission tickets for the main ballroom are $50 in advance, $60 at the door. Advance tickets for the Reserve Room are $70, $80 at the door. Those holding reserve room tickets may enjoy both the main ballroom and reserve room beginning at 4 p.m. There are a limited number of Cellar Room tickets available for sale at $125.

B&R Stores, Inc., a Lincoln, Nebraska-based, employee-owned company, was founded in 1964 by Russ Raybould. Since then, the company has grown to include three store concepts, Russ’s Market, Super Saver, and Apple Market in twenty locations across Nebraska and Iowa. For more information, visit www.brstores.com. Tickets can be purchased at any Lincoln area Russ’s Market location, or reserved online at www.

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This year, Sun Valley Lanes decided to mix things up and host their first-ever Discothemed New Year’s Eve party, featuring a costume contest. The event ran from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. on New Year’s Eve and included bowling, shoe rental, pizza, champagne, party favors, the chance to win prizes all night long and some totally groovy Disco costumes.

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Guests also enjoyed food and drink from Sun Valley Lanes’ Splitz Bar & Grill, along with the Fun Valley Arcade and the brand new HyperBowling.

HyperBowling is a fun new way to bowl, where bowler’s take aim at multiplier targets, on the lanes, to increase their score in a reallife video-game-like setting. Progressive levels add to the fun of HyperBowling. Sun Valley Lanes was the first bowling center in the entire world to offer the fun new product from QubicaAMF! Sun Valley Lanes, located at 321 Victory Ln., offers something for families and friends of all ages. Lane reservations can be made though their online booking system at www.sunvalleylanes. com or by calling (402) 475-3469.

Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum Presents New Exhibit, The Robot Zoo Visitors to the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum can now explore the biomechanics of complex animal robots to discover how real animals work, thanks to a travelling exhibit by Evergreen Exhibitions known as The Robot Zoo. The Robot Zoo is a 2,500-square-foot exhibit that reveals the magic of nature as a master engineer. Robot animals and seven hands-on activities illustrate fascinating real-life characteristics, such as how a chameleon changes colors and a fly walks on the ceiling.

The larger-than-life-size animated robots include a chameleon and a platypus. Also featured is a house fly with a three-foot wingspread. Machinery in the robot animals simulates the body parts of their real-life counterparts. In the robot animals, muscles become pistons, intestines become filtering pipes and brains become computers.

Sensory activities include Swat the Fly, a test of the visitor’s reaction time (one-twelfth as fast as a house fly’s), and Sticky Feet, where visitors using special hand pads can try to stick like flies to a sloped surface. The Triggering the Tongue Gun demonstrates how a real chameleon shoots out its long, sticky-tipped tongue to reel in a meal.

The exhibit will be open January 19 through May 10, 2019. The opening event begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 19 with robotics workshops for guests that register and a show with real live animals by Animal Encounters. The museum is also offering its annual indoor airshow on January 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission to the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum is $12 for adults, $11 for seniors or military, $6 for youth ages 4–12, and free for children three and under. The museum is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Learn more online at sacmuseum.org, or call the museum at (402) 944-3100. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

BUSINESS NEWS EventLNK to Host January Meeting at The Event Space at 5550 EventLNK has announced that this month’s meeting will be Thursday, January 10 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at The Event Space at 5550 (5550 S. 59th St. , STE 10). When you think of food, there are so many textures and colors, as well as an opportunity to turn it into art. This month’s EventLNK meeting features a demonstration on how to do just that. Discover how to wow your guests at The Event Space at 5550, an intimate and perfect space for gatherings of 50 people or less. Snacks will be served at the meeting.

EventLNK brings together Lincoln’s event professionals by providing education and resources to enhance and support professional growth.

With the financial support of Union Bank, EventLNK held its first meeting in March 2013. EventLNK has since grown from 30 members to 200, simply by word-of-mouth. They continue to look for relevant venues, educational topics, and networking opportunities for their members.

Visit www.eventlnk.org/meetings to register. To find out more information about EventLNK, visit their website at www.eventlnk.org or email Jill Mlinar at info@eventlnk.org.

Community HOPE Federal Credit Union Earns CDFI Certification Community HOPE Federal Credit Union (HOPE) is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) has certified HOPE as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI).

CDFI certification means that HOPE meets the requirements described in the CDFI Program regulations. These requirements include the following: having a Primary Mission of promoting community development; predominantly serving and maintaining Accountability to eligible Target Markets; being a Financing Entity; providing Development Services; and being neither a government entity nor controlled by a government entity.

Community Development Financial Institutions—or CDFIs—emerged in response to a lack of access to responsible and affordable credit and capital in minority and economically distressed communities. The CDFI “movement” took shape in the 1970s with the passage of the Community Reinvestment Act, which encourages financial institutions to meet the needs of all sectors of the communities they serve.

Today, with the CDFI Fund’s help, what started as a grassroots movement has grown into a thriving sector of the financial services industry that is meeting the needs of communities across the country.

The institutions the CDFI Fund serves have enhanced their capacity, sustainability, and impact. The CDFI Fund, in turn, has evolved to meet their needs, offering new programs to further community transformation.

Community HOPE’s charter enables it to serve approximately 40,000 residents and 25,000 students who live, work, worship, attend school, participate in associations headquartered in, or participate in programs to alleviate poverty or distress located in a prescribed community in Lincoln from its office at 1625 N St., STE A, in Lincoln’s Antelope Valley area.

Community HOPE Federal Credit Union was chartered June 5, 2017 as a community credit union with the added designation as a lowincome credit union. They can be reached at (402) 476-0376 / info@communityhopefcu.org / www.communityhopefcu.org. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Nebraska Safety Council Launches New Worker 360° Risk Assessment The Nebraska Safety Council team designed a new Worker 360° Risk Assessment that provides members an easy way to get a comprehensive view of their workforce. Armed with accurate data, organizations can make informed changes to safety, wellness, and driving programs and practices. It ultimately leads to a more productive, more engaged workforce that impacts your businesses bottom line.

The Nebraska Safety Council is the only Total Worker Health (TWH) affiliate in the state, and one of few in the nation. TWH is a concept that encourages employers to view their workers from an integrated perspective, that safety and wellness both impact a worker on and off the job. As a result, the council promotes integrated risk management through their Worker 360° approach, helping Nebraska businesses look at their employees from every angle.

Assessments are a key tool that provide your business with data on your workforce and what impacts their productivity, engagement, and overall quality of life. They also give employees an avenue to provide anonymous, honest feedback without fear of repercussions. These assessments should be user-friendly for companies to implement and for employees to take, and the reports a business receives should be easy to understand.

The Nebraska Safety Council is a non-profit organization headquartered in Lincoln that provides education and leadership to empower people to live safe and healthy. They service the state of Nebraska and surrounding areas through trainings, services, events, and membership. To learn more, visit www.nesafetycouncil.org. Contact Laurie Klosterboer at (402) 4832511 / kloster@nesafetycouncil.org for additional information.

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BUSINESS NEWS Lincoln Women’s Expo January 26–27

Center Sphere Announces January Events

The Lincoln Women’s Expo is Nebraska’s largest women’s event. This year, the two-day event will be held at the Lancaster Event Center on Saturday, January 26 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, January 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Center Sphere hosts events each month that are open to the public in order to give non-members a chance to learn more about this amazing network.

The Lincoln Women’s Expo is designed to be a time to relax, shop, and enjoy the company of girlfriends. Along with shopping, there will be educational opportunities, entertainment, and free health screenings.

Dates for this month’s public events include:

To view the list of exhibitors and learn more about the Lincoln Women’s Expo, please visit lincolnwomensexpo.com or go the Facebook event page. To speak to someone on staff, call (402) 416-6432 or email lincolnwomensexpo1@gmail.com.

January 8, 4:30–6:30 p.m. — Social Hour, hosted by Better Life Nutrition at 325 S. 11th St. January 22, 8:30–10 a.m. — Coffee and Connections, hosted by Regeneration PC, 6030 Village Dr., STE 1.

January 25, 10–11 a.m. — Meet Center Sphere, Gianna’s Java & Gelato, 2241 O St., STE T. Center Sphere is an established network of business professionals whose mission is to share referrals, ideas, and resources through genuine relationships. For more information, visit www.centersphere.com or contact Cheryl Hansen, area director for Lincoln, at (402) 499-2009 / Cheryl@CenterSphere.com.

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Roper & Sons Celebrates One Year of South Chapel, Announces Upcoming Events Roper & Sons South Lincoln Chapel, located at 3950 H o h e n s e e D r. o n t h e southwest corner of 40th and Yankee Hill, is proud to announce that they are celebrating their one-year anniversary as the premier funeral home in South Lincoln.

Tom Roper, president of Roper & Sons Funeral Services, said, “We are proud to have served Lincoln families for nearly 120 years. Throughout that time, we have continually assessed the needs of our community, growing and offering services in the areas where there is the most need. We are honored to have been entrusted with the care of many families in need of funeral services in South Lincoln and the surrounding communities over the past year. Please continue to keep Roper & Sons in mind for all of your funeral needs.”

In addition, Roper & Sons’ Grief Program meets weekly on Sundays. Grief Programs are open to the public, regardless of whether services were facilitated by Roper & Sons.

1st and 3rd Sundays: Guided Group with Facilitator Melissa Thorne, designed for those whose loss took place more than 18 months ago. Meets from 2–3:30 p.m. in the Reception Facility at 4300 O St. 2nd and 4th Sundays: Structured Group with Facilitator Tiffany Eisenbraun, designed for those whose loss is more recent than 18 months, who may be addressing some more pressing first-time needs. Meets from 2–3:30 p.m. in Reception Facility.

2nd and 4th Sundays: Substance Abuse Loss Group with Facilitators Brenda Moes and Tiffany Eisenbraun. Designed for those whose loved one died as a result of drug or alcohol use.

Meets 5–6 p.m. at the South Lincoln Chapel.

This month’s Roper & Sons Topic Breakfast, held at 7:30 a.m.

Thursday, January 17, features Attorney Andrew Loudon with his annual Estate Planning update. This seminar tends to fill quickly, so please RSVP as soon as possible. Topic Breakfast, held on the third Thursday each month, is free and open to the public. To reserve your seat for Topic Breakfast, please call (402) 476-1225 or email info@roperandsons.com. Please visit www.roperandsons. com to learn more. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

BUSINESS NEWS Friedman Law Offices Offers Free Rides with zTrip to Protect Against Drunk Driving Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. was proud to sponsor and present, in partnership with zTrip, the Let Friedman Drive program once again.

The firm has sponsored this annual service for the past 30 years to help keep drunk drivers off the road during the holidays.

Through the Let Friedman Drive program, Friedman Law Offices offered “rides on them” to people who had too much to drink. With a special promo code that could be entered into the zTrip mobile app or website (zTrip.com), or used over the phone, people at risk of drunk driving could get a safe, free ride home between December 15 and January 1.

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Friedman Law Offices, P.C., L.L.O. has been proudly advocating for the rights of injury victims since 1962, making them one of the oldest and largest Nebraska law firms dedicated exclusively to personal injury cases. Learn more online at www.friedmanlaw.com, or call the firm at (888) 419-6876.

Q.P. Ace Hardware Nominated for Ace AllStar Retailer Award Q.P. Ace Hardware was nominated by Children’s Miracle Network Hospital for the 2018 Ace All-Star Retailer Award. Of the 5,000+ Ace retailers nationwide, Q.P. Ace in Lincoln was one of 20 nominee’s for this award. The award is given each year to an owner or owners of one retailer for its extraordinary fundraising, leadership skills, innovation, and commitment to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

The nomination was based on Q.P.’s support of Children’s Miracle Network’s fundraisers. Stanley Black & Decker, Inc donated $5,000 towards each nominee’s local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital on behalf of the 20 retailers nominated.

Q.P. Ace Hardware has been serving Lincoln for 50 years, with four convenient locations in your neighborhood. The store strives to have a great product mix, and helpful associates to assist you in finding just what you need. Learn more online at www. qpacehardware.com, or contact their main local office at (402) 904-8255 / ar@qpacehardware.com.

Dimensions Education Programs Celebrates New Early Childhood Program Dimensions Education Programs recently introduced a new early childhood program. To celebrate, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on November 29 with the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce.

The new early childhood program puts major emphasis on providing a hands-on experiential approach to learning in order to connect children, families, and educators with the world around them. The program is divided into two different age groups: infants–preschool (year-round) and infants–K–1 (summer only).

The school year sessions accommodate full- and part-time schedules, with facility hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Summer sessions are five weeks long, same facility hours.

Dimensions Education Programs is a part of the Dimensions Educational Research Foundation (dimensionsfoundation.org), a national organization that conducts research and collaborates with others to investigate how children’s connections with their environment can affect wellness and development.

Dimensions Education Programs is located at 7700 A St. For more information, visit dimensionsed.org. To contact the organization, call (402) 476-8304 or email ed@dimensionsed.org. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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CharterWest Bank Moves to New Location, Celebrates with Ribbon Cutting CharterWest Bank celebrated their recent move to a larger office space in Pioneer Greens with a Lincoln Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony. The ribbon cutting took place on Tuesday, December 11 from 4:30-6 p.m. With this move, and in addition the bank’s second location at 4750 Normal Blvd., CharterWest has grown to six mortgage loan officers and four support staff members.

For over 14 years, CharterWest Bank has opened mortgage loan centers across the state of Nebraska and has become a leading producer of Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA) sponsored loans, USDA Rural Housing loans, and Federal Housing Authority (FHA) loans, as well as conventional mortgages. They have been active members of the Lincoln real estate community since 2010.

To learn more about CharterWest Bank and their new location at 4400 S. 86th St., STE 101, please visit www.charterwest.com. Updates and announcements for the bank can also be found on Facebook (@LincolnEastLPO). Call (402) 488-2222 to talk to a mortgage professional at CharterWest Bank today!

Yield Champions Offers High-Yield Crop and Fertility Intensives this Month Dennis Nun, president of Yield Champions, has announced the location of two special crop production intensives in Nebraska this month.

On January 14–15, the Pro Ag I, two-day crop production seminar will be held in Kearney. There will be available for producers of corn, soybeans, wheat, and alfalfa, as well as their agronomists, seed, and fertilizer suppliers. The focus of Pro Ag I is on reducing input costs while increasing yields. This is a unique program that many of the Nebraska Corn Growers Association (NeCGA) and National Yield Champions credit as the most influential in their ability to increase their yields and profits.

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The featured speaker will be leading, innovative soil fertility agronomist, Dennis Dammen. Dammen, of Crop Maxx, Inc. trains ag professionals throughout the U.S. through a series of Pro Ag I & II two-day seminars each year. To preview the concepts shared at these programs, go to www.300BushelCorn.info.

The goal of Yield Champions is to equip crop producers with the necessary resources to better understand the constantly changing industry of agriculture. Through education and training, we believe we can reach farmers of all sizes and help them boost their yields, build their soils and create a better environment. For more information on tickets to the events, visit www.YieldChampions.com or contact Dennis Nun at Dennis@300BushelCorn.info / (402) 430-7727 (call/text). #PrintProudDigitalSmart

BUSINESS NEWS Women in Sales & Business to Host Monthly Luncheon on January 9 The Women in Sales & Business (WISB) monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 9 at Venue Restaurant & Lounge in the NE/Lancaster Room at 4111 Pioneer Woods Dr. The speaker for the January meeting will be JoAnne Lamb, who is a certified health coach, personal trainer, and the owner of Empowering Lives NOW! She has been through her own life-changing personal transformation and is passionate about “paying it forward.” Committed to the journey of health, happiness, and wholeness, JoAnne is dedicated to supporting and inspiring individuals to become the best possible version of themselves and discover their God-given purpose. JoAnne will be sharing her message on the “Power of Gratitude.”

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The meeting starts with lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by a meeting and speaker from 11:55 a.m. until 1 p.m. Cost is $18, which includes lunch (cost is $10 for meeting only). Registration can be found online at www.wisblincoln.org on the WISB events page.

Women in Sales & Business began meeting in 1987 to offer business women the opportunity to network within an intimate group. Today, their goal is to encourage and develop creative leadership in women. They are dedicated to promoting growth through the accumulation and sharing of knowledge. For more information, go to the website or contact WISB at (402) 937-8872 / info@ wisblincoln.org.

inMOTION Auto Care Team Logs 653 Training Hours in 2018 inMOTION Auto Care is proud to announce that their small but mighty team of 10 logged 653 training hours in 2018, 90% of which were completed through live courses. Training and continued education is a high priority at inMOTION; their team is always striving to grow their knowledge base and relevance in the auto industry while staying ahead of the technology curve so that they can better serve and educate their customers. As Lincoln’s premier auto repair facility, inMOTION only employs the most qualified auto mechanics, service advisors, and office staff.

However, while experience, skills, and training go a long way at inMOTION, the strength of character, work ethic, and commitment to the overall customer experience matters just as much in their business philosophy. It begins in the hiring process and carries through in all their business practices.

Sherri Stock and Jared McPike opened inMOTION Auto Care in Lincoln with courage in their hearts, knowing that Lincoln could use an auto repair facility with integrity. Together they are a formidable team and bring a truly unique auto repair experience to their customers.

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Heartland International, Inc., a nationwide distributor of CONKLIN® Commercial Roofing Systems, has named the recipients of their qualified Family 21 PREFERRED CONTRACTORS status. Each of these 32 contractors, from across 12 states, have installed multiple large-scale commercial roofing projects, met training and professional performance criteria, and qualified to participate in Heartland International’s PREFERRED CONTRACTOR annual trip to Cancun, Mexico to provide input to the CONKLIN® Company and enjoy meeting with contractors from across the nation.

Heartland International, Inc., has been a Lincoln-based Independent Manufacturer’s Representative for the CONKLIN® Company, Inc. since 1974. They represent all six of the divisions and all 250+ products manufactured by the CONKLIN® Company. Today, their customers, distributors, and field managers are found in all 50 states and several territories. Heartland’s Distribution Network is responsible for nearly 20% of the CONKLIN® Company’s total annual sales.

Heartland International provides direct shipment to retail customers, they screen and represent those interested in becoming independent wholesale distributors, and provide ongoing support and training for customers, distributors, and managers. For more information or to apply for one of the current contractor openings, contact Dennis Nun at DennisLNun@gmail.com / (402) 430-7727. Learn more at www.TheSecureRoof.com.

Lincoln Electric System (LES) invites customers to view the 2019 construction projects taking place in and around Lincoln online at LES.com.

“This year’s planned construction projects are needed to ensure LES customers/owners continue to receive a reliable supply of low-cost electricity,” said Dan Pudenz, LES’ vice president of energy delivery.

“Some of the projects are new and several are continued from previous years.”

The projects range from underground and overhead distribution lines to numerous upgrades needed for existing power generation facilities.

“LES is working to renew, upgrade or expand our system to stay ahead of any potential issues so we can provide our customers/ owners the high level of service they rely on,” Pudenz said.

LES customers can view all construction projects aligned with the city of Lincoln’s Capital Improvement Plan, construction maps and other information on LES’ website. Visit LES.com/construction-projects and click on the lick on the “Major construction projects” hardhat icon.

For 50 years, Lincoln Electric System has been proud to power the many homes, businesses, and governmental properties throughout Lincoln and the surrounding area. As one of the nation’s most efficient electric utilities, they’re committed to keeping electricity safe, reliable, and affordable. Call (402) 475-4211 to learn more.

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AQUA SYSTEMS Aqua Systems is a family-owned, full-service water treatment company that has been in business for over 25 years. Jeff Sneller is the director of business development at Aqua Systems.

Tell us a little about your business. - We treat municipal water and well water for residential and commercial applications, from water softening, reverse osmosis, and commercial bottleless drinking systems.

At Aqua Systems, our customers are the motivation to keep producing the best product offering we can. From making our SmartChoice water softeners and PureChoice reverse osmosis systems right here in the U.S.A. to a 90-day money back guarantee, we understand quality. We are working to improve the quality of drinking water using a variety of methods across eastern and central Nebraska.

How did you get started in the business? - I was looking for a change in career and this was a great opportunity to work for an exceptional company.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? - Learning to be patient and get along with individuals who are very indecisive.

What has been your most important achievement professionally? When I taught myself how to maintain a positive demeanor while working with varying personalities. It’s better to smile and move on from conflict.

Tell us a little about your family. - My wife Deb and I have five children and four great-grandchildren. We’re thankful that most of them reside in Lincoln, so it’s easy to spend time with them.

What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life?

- The birth of my daughters.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - I love spending time at our farm—fishing, hunting, and bird watching. I also enjoy quiet time while getting some yard work done.

What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? - I’m a problem solver.

Who inspires you? - Jesus Christ and my parents.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - My grandfather and my dad both taught me to do the job right the first time so you don’t have to come back and do it again. I’ve relied on this my whole life and it has served me well.

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

Which talent would you most like to have? - To be more musically inclined.

If you could choose any other profession to be successful in, what would it be? - I’m happy with my lot in life at this point, I don’t spend time considering the “what ifs” in life.

What local non-profit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? - I’m active in the Lincoln Elks Lodge #80. I support the activities they put on to help Veterans and our community’s youth. I am also involved in various activities at church.

What is your favorite book or the last good book you read? - I enjoy Jack Reacher novels.

What is your favorite TV show? - Wheel of Fortune.

If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be? - Ronald Reagan.

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AVALON HOSPICE Avalon Hospice is an affiliate of CURO Health Services. Their mission is to honor life and offer compassion to individuals and their caregivers when facing a life-limiting illness.

Toni Jones, MSN, RN is a patient care manager at Avalon Hospice.

Tell us a little bit about your business. - Avalon Hospice is a newer hospice facility, serving a 60-mile radius around Lincoln. We help patients control their symptoms, such as pain and nausea that are causing them to live less than a comfortable life. Our patients receive nursing visits to monitor symptoms and work on solutions, an aide to assist with personal cares, a social worker to address financial and social issues, and a chaplain to address religious and spiritual issues. When we receive a referral, the candidate’s medical history is reviewed to determine if they meet the criteria for whatever their primary diagnosis is. Those criteria are set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, and apply to all hospices in the United States.

How did you get started in the business? - I started in health care as a LPN in 1974 and continued my formal education to earn a Master of Science in nursing in May of 2000. I worked in hospice many years ago and in a neuro-trauma critical care unit, where I spent considerable time talking with families about their loved one’s condition and teaching them how to help care for them. This is my passion and I consider it a privilege and an honor to be able to care for families at such a difficult time in their lives.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? Educating health care professionals and the public that hospice should begin much earlier to help dying people live out the end of their lives more comfortably, and have the time and energy to put their lives in order. People on hospice live 33% longer than those who aren’t because the quality of their lives is better.

Tell us a little about your family. - My son Ben and his wife Sarah both work in health care as well. I also have two adorable, brilliant grandchildren: Greyson (6) and Lisette (3). My younger sister Debra returned to Nebraska three years ago after living in Canada for 44 years. My step-mother and my three siblings all live in other states.

What are you the most proud of? - My son. He is an incredible person who has made a wonderful and meaningful life for himself, despite a difficult start. Ben is an inspiration for me and many, many others.

What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - Never stop learning.

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

If you could have a super power, what would it be? - The power to make things right for people who need help.

If you could choose any other profession to be successful in, what would it be? - Being Queen of the world would be nice, especially when I think of the ways I could change it for the better.

What is your favorite book or the last good book you read? - My secret pleasure is the Harry Bosch series by Michael Connelly, and books by David Sedaris, an observational humorist.

What is your favorite movie? - Every year or two I’ll watch my favorites: Annie Hall, Young Frankenstein, and One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest.

If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be? - Charles Darwin or Eleanor Roosevelt.

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Neemann & Sons, Inc. has been a familyowned roofing, gutter, and siding business in Lincoln since 1981. Terry Neemann is the owner of Neemann & Sons, Inc. Tell us a little about your business. - At Neemann & Sons, we strive to provide our customers a family-friendly service using high quality products. We offer a wide range of services, including roofing, siding, seamless gutters, aluminum soffit and fascia, replacement windows, blown-in insulation, gutter cleaning, and other repairs. We are excited to announce the acquisition of Sprague Roofing and JL Exteriors. This will allow us to offer commercial roofing and expand our siding division.

How did you get started in the business? - In high school I used to work at Sutherland Lumber Company and did some construction on the side.

In 1981, there was a big hail storm and a friend of mine suggested that I put an ad in the paper for roof repair. I got a few jobs from that, and then I got a few more...and a few more. Now, I’m doing over 1,200 roofs a year! That is how Neemann & Sons was born.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? - Currently, it’s finding dependable employees.

Tell us a little about your family. - I’m married to my wife Chris, who has been with the business since day one. We have three boys together and they’ve given us 10 fantastic grandchildren. We are proud to have our three sons in the business with us. Travis is the project manager, Trevor is our director of sales and operations, and Trent is supervisor of the gutter division.

What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life? - I spent 20 years working another job at the same time that I was running Neemann & Sons. Once I was able to devote all of my time to Neemann & Sons, there was a big turning point in my life.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - When I do get a day off, I like to hunt and fish. I also spend a lot of time coaching youth football.

Who inspires you? - My family. My wife keeps everyone moving and that is inspiring.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - “Awesome.” I always say, “Awesome.” My license plate even says, “soawsum”!

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

If you had a theme song, what would it be? - “Low Rider” by War. If you could choose any other profession to be successful in, what would it be? - Coaching football at a higher level.

What local nonprofit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? - The youth football programs that I coach have always held a special place in my heart. There are many life lessons that can be applied from playing sports and it is a great way to keep kids active. I always start the practice by having the kids tell me something good they did for someone else.

What is your favorite book or the last good book you read? - I think I have only read one book in my life and it was probably about Native Americans or cowboys.

What is your favorite movie? - The Outlaw Josey Wales.

If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be? - Tom Osborne.

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Tell us a little about your business. - At UNICO, we take pride in our expertise and know trust can’t be assumed; it has to be earned.

As we earn it, you’ll begin to understand that what we value most are relationships. We find our business to be personal, compassionate, and fun. So, when we’re building a new relationship, we’re really making a new friend who we can work with to help solve problems, navigate solutions, and celebrate achievements. In my position, I focus on property and casualty insurance, and I work with businesses to review and develop their risk management programs. I’m involved with many industries, but have a niche in the non-profit, healthcare, and property sectors.

How did you get started in the business? - I started in the insurance business as an intern in college. After graduating from UNL, I started working with a national insurance carrier. Over several years, I held various roles which included property claims, recruiting, and agency owner. I recently decided to make a change and a couple of good friends referred me to UNICO. I found that the people and culture of UNICO were the perfect fit for me.

What has been your most important achievement professionally?

- I pride myself on being a life-longer learner and one of my most important achievements has been obtaining my CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter) designation.

Tell us a little about your family. - My husband Kyle and I have been married for 10 years. He is a regional sales rep with Iron Connect.

We’ve been blessed with two wonderful kids, Kinsley (4) and Knox (2).

What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life?

- When I was selected for the position as an agency recruiter. It was a huge step outside of my comfort zone, but it introduced me to the world of sales, which in turn has led me to a career that I love!

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - In my free time I enjoy going to concerts, playing golf, and traveling with family and friends.

What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? - I grew up on a farm outside of a small town in Nebraska. My sophomore year of high school, we only had five girls on our basketball team. We didn’t win too many games, but we did finish the season!

Who inspires you? - My parents. They are hardworking, high integrity people who have been a great example to our family.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - Everything in moderation.

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

What is your greatest talent that you don’t utilize in your daily work life? - I can play the piano.

What local non-profit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? - I have been a Junior Achievement classroom volunteer for 12 years. I enjoy teaching kids about business and how they can be an influence in their communities.

If you could have dinner with one famous person from the past or present, who would it be? - Michael Jordan.

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Properties For You is a local, familyowned-and-operated real estate business, concentrated on providing quality housing at affordable prices to the Lincoln community since 2006. Ana Hyler is the owner of Properties For You. Tell us a little about your business. - Properties For You is dedicated to providing renovated, comfortable, clean, and affordable housing.

We currently offer rentals, renovated high-end houses, and we run a few Airbnb facilities. We plan on moving forward with more real estate investments. The name “Properties For You” expresses the fact that we prepare our rental properties with the client in mind. It is FOR YOU—the tenant, buyer, and final user.

How did you get started in the business? - I was born with business in me. My first established business was an import retail business that I opened when I was 20 years old. A few years later, I opened and ran a pub. I then moved to the United States to go to Kansas State University.

Once I established residency in Omaha, I invested in real estate. That first sale locked me in.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? - Personnel is an integral part of every business, and finding the right people can be a challenge.

What has been your most important achievement professionally? The growth of my business.

Tell us a little about your family. - I am originally from Paraguay, South America. My mom and dad still live there and we visit each other every year. I am the oldest of three; my middle brother in Paraguay and my little sister lives in Kansas. I have three wonderful kids, ages 27, 26, and 10. My oldest ones are now participating and working in the business.

What do you see as one of the biggest turning points in your life? There are so many curves in the road of life, but the ones that changed me the most were moving to the U.S. to pursue an education and my divorce.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? - Watch real estate shows, get together with family and friends, and make goals for the future.

What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? - I am the oldest daughter of a three-star General of the Paraguayan Army. I’m so proud of my dad!

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - “The ones who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones that do.”

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

If you had a theme song, what would it be? - “$ave Dat Money”

by Lil Dicky.

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

What is your favorite book or the last good book you read? - I listen to real estate podcasts, and I enjoy reading spiritual growth books and the Bible.

What is your favorite movie? - The Wolf of Wall Street and Pursuit of Happiness.

What is your favorite TV show? - House and anything on HGTV. What is your favorite local restaurant? - MōMō Pizzeria & Ristorante.

If our readers would like to contact you, how should they do so? Phone: (402) 309-0018; Email: abhyler@hotmail.com; Website: www. propertiesforyou.net. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Thomas (Tom) Kubert is the president of Kubert Appraisal Group, P.C. Tell us a little about your business. - Specializing in appraising all types of commercial real estate, Kubert Appraisal Group provides appraisal services related to office, industrial, retail, multi-family, urban development, lodging/hospitality, agriculture, and other special-purpose properties. We also provide appraisal review services, property tax assessment issues, eminent domain valuations, conservation easements, insurance values, estate planning, gifting and IRS purposes, portfolio valuation, real estate market, and feasibility analyses; as well as litigation support, including expert witness testimony.

How did you get started in the business? - Following my father into the industry was a clear path. My father is great at showing me how to work hard and provide quality appraisal services. In the fifth grade at Holmes Elementary, my first choice on career day was to be a future appraiser; 40 years later, it’s still my first choice.

What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced professionally? - Starting a new appraisal firm. Once thinking there was 100 things to learn, I have since discovered there are at least 1,000 things...and still counting.

What has been your most important achievement professionally? Being able to give back to the real estate industry through service on both the Nebraska Real Property Appraisal Board and the Nebraska Chapter of the Appraisal Institute, as well as actively training the next generation of commercial appraisers in our community.

Tell us a little about your family. - I’m blessed to share a marriage with Susan, who I first started dating on my 16th birthday. We have three awesome sons, whom we adore. Ryan is a civil engineer in Kansas City, Tim is a second-year law school student at the University of Nebraska– Lincoln (UNL), and John is a freshman at UNL, studying finance. We are also lucky to consider Enoch Katani of Kansas City to be our bonus son.

What is the most unique or interesting thing about you that most people probably don’t know? - I still have my childhood beer can collection stored in the basement, and I have no idea how to get rid of it...perhaps some recycling is in order.

Who inspires you? - Raising three sons inspires me to be the kind of man I want them to be. Developing a strong faith, strong relationships, and solid values are key goals in this path.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? - “The miracle isn’t that I finished. The miracle is that I had the courage to start.” - John “The Penguin” Bingham If you could choose only one descriptive word to be remembered as, what would it be? - Faithful.

If you had a theme song, what would it be? - “You’re the Inspiration”

by Chicago (1984).

What local non-profit organization(s) are you passionate about or involved with, and are there any special reasons why? - TeamMates is my focus right now. I have a “teammate” at Lincoln East with whom I have been matched with for nearly three years. What a great way to positively impact both an individual student and our community.

What is your favorite TV show? - College Gameday on ESPN. What is your favorite local restaurant? - Lazlo’s Brewery & Grill.

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PERSONNEL NEWS The Woodlands at Hillcrest Names Megan Peck New Director of Health Services The Woodlands at Hillcrest has selected Megan Peck to be their new director of Health Services. Megan has had previous experience as both a nurse manager and director of nursing at other local communities.

Megan received her Bachelor of Science in biology from the University of Arkansas, and her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Creighton University. She will lead the team of LPN’s, medication aides, and CNA’s at The Woodlands.

The Woodlands prides itself on having a nursing staff 24/7. The Woodlands at Hillcrest is a new senior community at 9421 Gable Pines Rd., offering assisted living and memory care support. Stop by for an opportunity to meet Megan and see what The Woodlands has to offer to residents and families alike.

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PERSONNEL NEWS Southeast Community College Faculty Members Publish Books

Legacy Retirement Communities Recognizes Jerry Joyce Legacy Award Recipients

Southeast Community College (SCC) recognizes two faculty members for publishing books.

Rachel Hruza, an English instructor at SCC’s Milford Campus, decided to put all the painful memories of growing up with scoliosis into a story, which eventually became a book titled, Dear Isaac Newton, You’re Ruining my Life. It took her only three months to write the book, and more time to find an agent and a publisher. Hruza enjoys writing young adult fiction because that was the age she read Rachel Hruza the most books.

When SCC history instructor Preston Shires set out to write his book, Life in a Casket, he knew two things: It would be set in Brownville in 1857, and the main character would be a woman. It took him three months to write the book, as well, and a bit more time to tweak it. Shires finished Life in a Casket last summer and self-published it.

Books by both Shires and Hruza are available for purchase on Amazon.com.

Preston Shires Southeast Community College plays a vital role for our communities in southeast Nebraska by bridging the higher education affordability gap and filling a need for a qualified workforce in Nebraska. Learn more at www.southeast. edu, or contact the Lincoln campus at (402) 471-3333.

Legacy Retirement Communities would like to congratulate the 2018 Jerry Joyce Legacy Award winners, sponsored by the Legacy Retirement Communities and KFOR. Winners were honored at a luncheon at Legacy Estates in November.

The Jerry Joyce Caring Heart Award of $1,000 was presented to Frankey Ostlund, who paid it forward to Bridges to Hope, where she and her husband have faithfully volunteered for a decade. Bridges to Hope provides tangible items necessary to start a new home after incarceration. Frankey was nominated by Rhonda Mattingly.

Two Jerry Joyce Living Legacy Awards of $2,500 were given. The first recipient was Irene Colborn, who divided her award between the International Quilt Study Center and First Presbyterian Church. Irene volunteers at Jacob’s Well, the Gathering Place, The International Quilt Study Center, and serves many ways at her church. She was nominated

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The other Jerry Joyce Living Legacy Award recipient was Tom Scott, who paid forward his $2,500 to Habitat for Humanity, where he is a dedicated volunteer, wearing about ten different hats in all areas of this non-profit. Tom was nominated by Dani Vallis.

Legacy Retirement Communities provides Lincoln with award-winning elegance, and superior care. From independent living to assisted living and memory care, Legacy Retirement Communities offers a worldclass experience for its residents and employees. Learn more at www. legacyretirement.com or call (402) 436-3000.

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Dolores Knispel, resident at Immanuel’s Clark Jeary retirement community, caught the “big one” on a recent resident trip and was honored with Nebraska Game and Parks’ coveted Master Angler Award.

The award was presented for an over 11-inch bluegill she caught on Lake Wanahoo in Wahoo while participating with Live Well. Go Fish., an organization that provides seniors Larry Pape (L), fishing instruction with unforgettable fishing cruises. manager for Nebraska Game and Less than 200 master angler awards Parks honors Dolores Knispel (R) with a master angler award. are given each year, as they’re only presented to fishermen and women whose catches meet length and size requirements. The 11-inch bluegill caught by Knispel was the biggest ever caught in the Live Well. Go Fish. program. This year, seven master angler awards were presented to the organization’s participants, four of which were residents of an Immanuel community.

Since 1887, Immanuel has been providing Christ-centered service to seniors, each other, and the community. As a non-profit, serving arm of the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America), Immanuel’s house of brands includes: Immanuel Communities, Immanuel Pathways, Immanuel Community Foundation, and The Immanuel Vision Foundation. Learn more at www.immanuel.com, or call (402) 507-4899.

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CFA Society of Nebraska Recognizes Member Milestones CFA Society of Nebraska recognizes the following members that have achieved a significant number of consecutive years of professional development in CFA Institute’s continuing education program in 2018.

Robert T. Maher, CFA, with WoodmenLife is being recognized for completing 20 consecutive years of professional development achievement. Those being recognized for 15 consecutive years are: Mike Carney, CFA, AGC Networks; Philip S. Mead, CFA, First Premier Bank; and Andrew James Schmillen, CFA, American National Bank.

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Those being recognized for 10 consecutive years are: Rodney L. AlRashid, CFA, Wells Fargo Private Client Services; Matthew J. Brinkman, CFA, Nelnet; Thomas D. Carney, CFA, Weitz Investment Management; Barry Dunaway, CFA, America First Investment Advisors LLC; Jon C. Gross, CFA, Union Bank & Trust Co.; Thomas E. Henning, CFA, Assurity Life Insurance Company; Bradley P. Hinton, CFA, Weitz Investment Management; Gerald Reed Jensen, CFA, Creighton University; Lori L. Keating, CFA, Mutual of Omaha Companies; Marcia A. Koory, CFA, Pflug Koory, LLC; Scott R. Kubie, CFA, Carson Group; Andrea McMahon, CFA, Nelson Van Denburg & Campbell Wealth Management; Thomas F. Pflug, CFA, Pflug Koory, LLC; Thomas J. Sudyka Jr., CFA, Lawson Kroeker Investment Management, Inc.; Bruce H. Van Kooten, CFA, Lawson Kroeker Investment Management, Inc.; Kenneth M. Washer, CFA, Creighton University; Troy L. White, CFA, TD Ameritrade; Melissa Kaye Woodley, CFA, Creighton University; and John P. Wright, CFA, Salomon Smith Barney.

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PERSONNEL NEWS West Gate Bank Welcomes Runnebaum as Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer

Krueger Development Adds Nancy Salmonson to Chantacleer Residences Team

The West Gate Bank® board of directors is pleased to welcome John Runnebaum as vice president, commercial loan officer. Runnebaum brings over 13 years of experience to his new role at West Gate Bank. As vice president, commercial loan officer, Runnebaum will maintain and develop relationships with West Gate Bank customers to assist with their business financing needs, including real estate lending. He will be available to council customers on different credit options and utilize West Gate Bank resources to help them meet many other business needs.

Originally from Marysville, KS, Runnebaum received his Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration from Kansas State University. In 2014, he completed the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Colorado.

John Runnebaum is located at West Gate Bank® Center at 6003 Old Cheney Rd. and can be reached at (402) 434-3468 or jrunnebaum@ westgate.bank.

West Gate Bank® is a family-owned community bank celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2018. As a full-service banking institution, they are large enough to serve all your personal or commercial banking needs, yet small enough to provide the outstanding personal service that only a community bank can deliver. They are committed to your success and invested in your financial well-being. Visit westgate.bank for more information.

Krueger Development is excited to welcome Nancy Salmonson to the Chantacleer Residences’ team as the new property manager. Nancy has been in the property management industry for over 11 years.

She started out as a leasing consultant in a suburb of Detroit, MI in 2007, and was then promoted to property manager in 2010 and continued with the company until 2017.

As a Lincoln East graduated and University of Nebraska–Lincoln student, Nebraska called Nancy back home in 2017. She is happy to be back with her family, friends, and new co-workers at Krueger Development. She looks forward to sharing her knowledge and talent with the Chantacleer Residences’ team, as well as learning and growing with her new peers.

Owned and managed by Krueger Development, Chantacleer Residences (www.chantacleer.com) offers many unique studio, one bedroom, two bedroom, and three bedroom apartment homes. Nancy can be contact at Chantacleer Residences’ at (402) 204-3560 or via email at nsalmonson@kruegerdevelopment.com.

Krueger Development continues to contribute to Lincoln’s residential and commercial marketplace by developing residential and commercial communities, retail centers, and multi-family residences.

To learn more, visit www.kruegerdevelopment.com or call their office at (402) 423-7377.

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PERSONNEL NEWS The Waterford at Wilderness Hills Promotes Satta Kekula-Nwanya to Healthcare Director In November, The Waterford at Wilderness Hills Memory Care promoted Satta KekulaNwanya to the director of healthcare. Satta has been with the Waterford Communities at their Wilderness Hills Memory care location for almost two years.

During her time with The Waterford, Satta has proven to be a compassionate and dedicated caregiver. She always goes out of her way to make the residents feel valued, safe, and loved. Her commitment to her residents, their families, and to the success of her team is invaluable. The Waterford at Wilderness Hills is very grateful to have her as a new leader in their community.

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SP Group, P.C. Welcomes Team Members Rachel Clymer and Jennifer Manning SP Group, P.C., a growing entrepreneurial accounting firm, is excited to introduce two new team members: Rachel Clymer, CPA; and Jennifer Manning, team accountant.

Rachel Clymer, a graduate of Nebraska Wesleyan University, has over three years of public accounting experience specializing in audit and assurance services and tax preparation. Outside of the office, Rachel enjoys baking pies or curling up to read a good book. A perfect weekend for Rachel includes spending time with friends and Rachel Clymer family while eating sushi, visiting wineries, or experiencing a play at a community theater.

Rachel loves the title of aunt and spoils her nephew Oliver any chance she gets.

Jennifer Manning, a UNL graduate and Exeter, NE native, brings more than 25 years of experience in both public and private accounting for small businesses, individuals, farm clients, and non-profit organizations. When not working, Jennifer enjoys volunteering for school activities for her son Colton, and watching him play and Jennifer Manning compete with his alto saxophone. To get away from it all, she likes to take walks, hike in the mountains, and practice yoga.

With a strong belief in the power of positive relationships, SP Group, P.C. is composed of uniquely talented individuals who combine into one strong and cohesive team. They work as a team and win as a team. Welcome to the SP Group team, Rachel and Jennifer! For more information about SP Group, call (402) 420-7758, visit www.spgrouppc.com, or follow SP Group on Facebook (/SPGroup,P.C.) and Twitter (@SPGroupPC). #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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PERSONNEL NEWS Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln Hires New Construction Manager Chris Warfield

Tabitha’s Aubrey Paulsen Serves as Senior Living Advocate

Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln (Habitat Lincoln) is excited to announce the hiring of its new construction manager, Chris Warfield.

Warfield began in the newly-created position in August 2018 and will manage Habitat Lincoln’s construction program, including new construction and repairs.

Warfield is no stranger to Habitat for Humanity, prior to joining the Habitat Lincoln team, he was a construction site supervisor at Habitat for Humanity of Dane County in Madison, WI. He has also worked at a Habitat affiliate in Mississippi. Warfield started his Habitat career in Texas where he was a volunteer and then became a team leader. Warfield earned a Bachelor of Science from Colorado State University and a master’s degree from the University of Denver.

Habitat Lincoln has committed to increasing its housing production over the next three years, enabling it to serve more low-income families. Habitat Lincoln homeowners work alongside volunteers to build their homes and purchase them from Habitat Lincoln through affordable mortgages.

Habitat Lincoln will also serve additional families in the next three years through its newly-launched home repairs program. Homeowners meeting Habitat Lincoln’s requirements can qualify for an affordable loan for needed repairs. To get involved, visit lincolnhabitat.org or call (402) 480-6185.

Aubrey Paulsen serves as a senior living advocate at Tabitha. In this role, she offers complimentary expert guidance to help seniors and their families understand the options within Tabitha’s Continuum as well as other community-based resources that best fit their needs.

With over 12 years of customer relations and management experience, Paulsen is wellequipped to serve Nebraska families. She has worked with a variety of local organizations in developing recruitment and retention programs as well as building strategic platforms and tools to standardize customer experiences. Paulsen currently serves as a member of South Lincoln Rotary, the board secretary for Coalition for Older Adult Health Promotion and is a Tabitha Meals on Wheels volunteer.

Tabitha, a mission-focused non-profit organization, offers a comprehensive line of senior care services that promote the dignity, independence , and well-being of older adults. The continuum of programs are consistently evolving to meet the ever-changing and growing needs of seniors.

Tabitha also offers a variety of senior living options including longterm care and assisted living on the main campus, located in the heart of Lincoln, as well as other Tabitha living communities in south Lincoln’s Williamsburg neighborhood and in Crete, NE. For answers to all your aging questions, visit Tabitha.org or call (402) 486-8520.

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PERSONNEL NEWS Lincoln Chamber Welcomes New Executives to Community On November 28, the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce hosted a CEO Reception to welcome four new executives. Receptions are held with the purpose of welcoming new CEOs, presidents, general managers, and officials to the community.

The 2018 honorees included Jack Weeks, Lincoln market president of First National Bank; Derek Vance, president of CHI Health St. Elizabeth Nebraska Heart; Eric Steele, executive director of USA Roller Sports; and Brigadier General Wendy Johnson, assistant adjutant general for air and commander at Nebraska Air National Guard.

Weeks joined First National Bank in 2003 as a credit analyst, became a commercial lender and then senior lender in the South Dakota market until 2017, when he was promoted to the role of Lincoln market president. Weeks serves on the board of United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County, Lincoln Chamber of Commerce, Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development, and Lincoln Chamber Economic Development Committee.

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Michelle Paulk Promoted, Sarah Peetz Retires at Lincoln Community Foundation

First National Bank Announces Ron Votipka as New Vice President, Commercial Banking

Lincoln Community Foundation announces the promotion of Michelle Paulk to vice president for community outreach. For the past eight years, Paulk has served as program coordinator, assisting with grants and overseeing Give to Lincoln Day. She has 17 years of experience in the non-profit sector in the areas of database and grants management, donor relations, and program administration.

Paulk stepped into the role as Sarah Peetz retired at the end of December. Peetz served as vice president for community outreach Michelle Paulk at the foundation since 2010, overseeing grant distributions, community initiatives, and fostering donor relations.

“Sarah’s leadership at the foundation has been integral to our successful growth to help build a wonderful community,” said Barbara Bartle, president of the Lincoln Community Foundation. “We wish her well in her retirement and look forward to Michelle carrying on this important work.”

The Lincoln Community Foundation, established Sarah Peetz in 1955, strives to continually enrich the Lincoln community by promoting and achieving perpetual philanthropic support. The foundation currently manages $135 million in assets and has distributed over $117 million in grants to nonprofit organizations that have improved the lives of thousands of residents.

Learn more at www.lcf.org, or call the foundation at (402) 474-2345.

First National Bank has hired Ron Votipka as vice president, commercial banking, announced Jack Weeks, market president.

Votipka is responsible for providing customers with customized commercial lending solutions, along with leading business development efforts, in the Lincoln area.

“Ron has been a long-time banker in and around the Lincoln community and we’re excited to have him at First National Bank,” said Weeks.

Votipka joins First National Bank with 30 years of banking experience.

He held various leadership roles at Wells Fargo Bank, including business development officer, branch manager (mortgage), national vice president of marketing and operations of credit card division, and credit, branch, district, and regional manager.

Votipka is a community volunteer with the Team in Training fundraising program for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach, as well as a Good Citizenship Award recipient from the National Honor Society. He also served as parish council member and on the welcoming committee at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Lincoln. Votipka earned a Bachelor of Science degree in economics from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

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Nonprofit Association of the Midlands Selects Leaders for 2019 Training Program The Nonprofit Association of the Midlands (NAM), which supports more than 550 non-profit organizations throughout Nebraska and western Iowa, announced the non-profit leaders who were selected for its 2019 Nonprofit Executive Institute (NEI) training program. NEI is an 11-month leadership program, designed to offer non-profit leaders skills and strategies to enhance organizational sustainability and transform the community.

The 2019 class was selected from a pool of applicants chosen by the NEI Leadership Team, which includes volunteers from the nonprofit sector who have successfully completed the program. The following leaders of area nonprofit organizations were selected for this year’s program: • Jennifer Benson, TeamMates • Dominque Morgan, Black & Pink, Inc. • Susanne Blue, Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach • Emily Mwaja, Girls Inc. of Omaha • Phillip Burrell, Nebraska Children and Families Foundation • Andrew Norman, Rabble Mill • Liz Codina, Peter Kiewit Foundation • Daniel Padilla, Community Debt Solutions • Andi Curry Grubb, Planned Parenthood of the Heartland • Joanie Poore, Heartland Family Service • Julie Dierberger, UNO Service Learning Academy • Jennifer Sturgeon, Omaha Early Learning Centers • Kimberly Kolakowski, FAMILY, Inc. • Sonia Tiebi, Women’s Fund of Omaha • Itzel Lopez, AIM Institute • Cammy Watkins, Inclusive Communities • Randy McCoy, MACCH • Michael Wehling, Stephen Center • Tiffany Friesen Milone, OpenSky Policy Institute • Idalene Williams, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Greater Omaha Chapter NEI will focus on capacity-building seminars that develop leadership skills and provide training in the following areas: vision, prosperity, strategy, innovation, public and ethics.

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It’s Not What You Know, It’s Who You Know and Who Knows You! At Strictly Business Magazine we strive to recognize local businessmen and women for their significant awards, promotions, ac hievements, and/or efforts in partnership with other organizations and the Lincoln community. If you know of someone who meets these criteria and wish to include their news in our publication, please call (402) 466-3330 or submit your news via our website at www.strictly-business.com. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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NON-PROFIT NEWS Bright Lights Announces Program Weeks for Summer 2019 It might be cold out, but Bright Lights is looking ahead to summer! Their classes are a great way for elementary and middle school students to maximize the fun of summer vacation while secretly allowing parents to know their children are avoiding learning loss.

Bright Lights will again be offering five weeks of quality learning programs to kindergarten through eighth-grade students this summer.

The program weeks for Summer 2019 are June 3–7, June 10–14, June 17–21, June 24–28, and July 15–19.

Wondering what classes are available and when can you sign up?

Bright Lights will release their 2019 class schedule in late February/ early March. Students/parents should look through the approximately 100 half-day class and full-day camp choices, choose what interests them, and then register on the Bright Lights website, starting March 23.

Scholarships can also be applied for during the registration process.

Holmes Elementary will be the main site for classes again this year (others take place at various community sites around Lincoln) with Before Care and Lunch Care services available at select sites. More details on these services can be found on the website.

Look up Bright Light’s available programs and classes for the summer at BrightLights.org, and follow the non-profit on social media to see the latest information and class updates. If you have questions, call Bright Lights at (402) 420-1115.

Youth for Christ Wraps Up Sponsorship Phase of “Serving Hands” Public Arts Project The Serving Hands public arts project is Youth for Christ’s celebration of serving in the Lincoln community for 50 years through their Campus Life ministry. The sponsorship phase of the project is soon ending on January 15.

Campus Life is looking for more benefactors to join the growing group of individuals and businesses committed to service in our community and the arts. Among those generous benefactors are Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts and Nebraska First Lady Susanne Shore.

“Pete and I appreciate being able to participate in the Serving Hands project. Supporting the value of serving others, contributing to our community and making a difference in our world is dear to us. The Serving Hands project encapsulates all of this in a beautiful way that will have a lasting impact on Lincoln and the state,” said Shore. Shore and Ricketts are the patrons for two Serving Hands proposals: Stronger Together and Flag.

To select a design you would like to sponsor, visit servinghandslincoln. org, or you can contact the project director, Liz Shea-McCoy, at (402) 430-5923 / liz_shea@windstream.net.

Youth for Christ–Lincoln Area is a non-denominational, non-judgmental, non-profit organization serving youth in the Lincoln community and surrounding areas. They engage youth through three ministries: Campus Life for high school and middle school teens, Juvenile Justice for jailed teens, and Parent Life for pregnant and parenting teens. Through regular programming and special events, Youth for Christ–Lincoln Area works with over 2,400 local youth with the goal of engaging them in a healthy relationship with God and others. Learn more online at yfclincoln.org. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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NON-PROFIT NEWS Friendship Home Announces Volunteer Opportunities for 2019

Lincoln Community Foundation Grants More Than $1.5 Million

A new year at Friendship Home brings new volunteer opportunities!

At Friendship Home, they value their volunteers and rely on them to keep things afloat. With that in mind, Friendship Home wants each of their volunteers to be involved in ways they feel most comfortable and in roles that showcase their talents and strengths. The following are a few volunteer opportunities that Friendship Home is offering this year: Match Volunteer—As a match volunteer, you will have the chance to work one-on-one with a child currently staying at Friendship Home once a week for an hour. Having a positive adult role model in their life has proved to be so beneficial for the children they serve.

Provide frozen meals—If you love to cook, consider providing a frozen meal for a family at shelter. Nothing can make a family feel more loved than a home-cooked meal.

Painting—At Friendship Home, they are always trying to keep their shelter fresh and beautiful for the families they serve. If you love to paint, you can volunteer to paint rooms at the shelter.

Friendship Home (www.friendshiphome.org) provides services to victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, dating violence, and stalking.

If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions about Friendship Home, contact Rainey at (402) 437-9367 / raineyh@ friendshiphome.org.

T h a n k s t o t h e fo r e s i g h t of generous donors, Lincoln Community Foundation (LCF) made grants in November of nearly $1,030,000 for 157 different organizations. These grants came from designated funds that were created by donors to support the programs and operations of their favorite non-profits and houses of worship. These endowed funds provide annual financial support to the organizations specified by the donors, helping the community and the non-profits grow and thrive forever.

Additionally, $628,000 was granted to 36 local organizations in 2018. These grants for operations and programs are made possible by contributions from the Lincoln Forever Fund and from LCF donor endowment funds.

LCF is currently providing a 10% match on donations to an existing endowment or new endowments of $10,000. Details can be found at www.LincolnForever.org.

The Lincoln Community Foundation, established in 1955, strives to continually enrich the Lincoln community by promoting and achieving perpetual philanthropic support. The foundation currently manages $135 million in assets and has distributed more than $117 million in grants to nonprofit organizations that have improved the lives of thousands of residents. Learn more on LCF’s website at www.LincolnForever.org, or call (402) 474-2345.

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CASA for Lancaster County Offers Training for New Volunteer Advocates CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) for Lancaster County is offering training for new volunteer advocates. CASA is looking for more caring adult volunteers who are interested in working to provide a voice for children in juvenile court. CASA volunteers gather information about the children’s circumstances and write reports to the judge giving them more information and providing recommendations for needed services and next steps.

New volunteer training is a 30-hour curriculum presented through a combination of online and in-class learning. In-class sessions are held on Tuesday evenings at the CASA office, located at 1141 H St. in Lincoln.

Their first new volunteer training for 2019 begins Tuesday, January 22.

CASA for Lancaster County recruits, trains, and supports community volunteers who advocate for the best interests of abused, neglected, truant, and ungovernable children in juvenile court. In 2017, 106 community members volunteered as advocates, helping to serve 230 children in Lancaster County. Statewide, CASA programs have served Nebraska children for 31 years, and while the number of volunteers grows each year, there are still around 2,000 children without advocates.

The Nebraska CASA Association serves 47 counties in Nebraska. For more information about volunteering with CASA for Lancaster County, visit www.casa4lancaster.org or contact (402) 474-5161 / drockey@ casa4lancaster.org.

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School Community Intervention & Prevention Seeks Sponsors for Hop, SCIP, Jump, and Run School Community Intervention & Prevention (SCIP) is currently seeking sponsors and booth holders for its annual Hop, SCIP, Jump, and Run fundraiser. This year’s event will take place on May 10 at Antelope Park. Proceeds will benefit SCIP, a program of Lincoln Medical Education Partnership (LMEP).

This year’s event will include food trucks, live music, and booths offering a variety of activities for both children and adults. Children and adults of all ages can register to participate in a one-mile Fun Run, with prizes for the top three finishers. All attendees will be eligible for other prize drawings by visiting a minimum number of booths.

SCIP is a program designed to bring together families, schools, 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 by providing tools and resources to address behavioral and emotional health issues that impact children, adolescents, and their families. Through this event, SCIP hopes to encourage lifelong health and wellness, physically and mentally, of the youth and beyond.

Sponsorships will help School Community Intervention & Prevention (scipnebraska.com) provide needed resources to schools and families throughout the state of Nebraska. Sponsorships available for the event include Title, Finish Line, Hydration Station, Mile Marker, and Booth Holder. For more information on sponsorship opportunities or to learn more about LMEP programs such as SCIP, visit www.lmep.com or contact (402) 327-6843.

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TeamMates Receives Food Donations from Local Businesses for Mentor Academies Mentor Academies are monthly opportunities for TeamMates mentors to grow their toolbox of mentoring skills. Each month, mentors come to listen and learn from experts who share information relevant to mentoring children and youth. As a way of supporting this program, local businesses have donated food to these events.

TeamMates would like to thank the following business partners who have donated food for last year’s Mentor Academies: Chick-fil-A, Outback Steakhouse, Goodscents Deli Fresh Subs, Rabbit Hole Bakery, The Parthenon, and Trader Joe’s.

TeamMates mentors appreciate the opportunity to learn while enjoying tasty cuisine. They appreciate these businesses for joining their mission to positively impact the community through mentoring.

TeamMates is a strengths-based mentoring program, equipping mentors to help students discover their individual strengths and talents and identifying opportunities for them to build on the ways that they are uniquely awesome. Data collected through the Gallup Strengths project has demonstrated that this strengths-based approach produces a positive impact on students’ levels of hope, engagement in school, and well-being. As a result, TeamMates mentees look forward to meeting with their mentor each week and have the support and encouragement they need to reach their full potential.

If your business would like to partner with TeamMates to sponsor an event or Mentor Academy, please contact their office at (402) 4361990. Learn more about the organization online at teammates.org.

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NON-PROFIT NEWS Sammy’s Superheroes Hits Goal of $43K Through #GivingTuesday On November 27, during the international day of online giving known as #GivingTuesday, Sammy’s Superheroes Foundation rallied all of their sponsors and supporters to reach their fundraising goal of $43,000!

The day started with an early morning breakfast fundraiser in their hometown of Columbus, NE. Sammy’s Superheroes then spent the day visiting and reaching out to their greatest supporters to raise as much money for childhood cancer research as possible. Executive director, Jeremy Stanislav, made a visit to Time Harrison Financial Group and they did a $500 match for that hour. Fusion Medical Staffing, with presenting sponsor Glow Gold Omaha, used Facebook Live to help encourage other businesses to get involved in the fight against childhood cancer. This sparked more online donations.

In addition, there were supporters from multiple states setting goals and raising funds on Facebook and through crowdfunding efforts. By the end of the day, the Sammy’s Superheroes staff and board of directors were overwhelmed by the amount of support everyone had given.

Sammy’s Superheroes Foundation would like to thank everyone for their support, not only this holiday season but throughout 2018! To learn more about how to get involved with Sammy’s Superheroes or to make an end-of-year donation, please visit www.sammyssuperheroes.org or contact (402) 563-4673 / info@sammyssuperheroes.org.

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American Cancer Society’s Lincoln Ambassador Board Hits One-Year Mark As a volunteer-led organization, the American Cancer Society relies on the Lincoln Ambassador Board to assist in organizational effectiveness and continued growth through strategic direction, operational support, and volunteerism. The board recently completed their first year of a threeyear term. Board members were all recruited by Randall Jantzen, senior manager of community development for the American Cancer Society.

The current members of the Lincoln Ambassador Board are as follows: Boyd Ober (chair), CEO of Leadership Resources; Steph Vanous (vice chair), director of HR consulting for Zelle Human Resource Solutions; Teri Clark (volunteer), owner of BigShots; Lacey Dalton, sales training solutions manager at Farm Credit Services of America; Michael Israel, MD, family practice physician at Bluestem Health; Rich Lloyd, president of Bryan College of Health Sciences; Brad Meyer, CEO of Bluestem Health; Bonnie Paschold (volunteer), substitute teacher for Norris Public Schools; Andrew Rinn, vice president of Ameritas; Micheal Q. Thompson, account manager at NRC Health; Tracy Warren, assistant dean for admissions at UNL – College of Law. The American Cancer Society is thankful for the guidance and leadership these ambassadors exhibited in 2018. The organization would not be where it is at today without these outstanding individuals.

The American Cancer Society’s mission is to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. With offices in Lincoln, Omaha, and Kearney, the American Cancer Society supports every community in Nebraska. While most people know about their research, the American Cancer Society also provides free lodging near treatment, a 24/7/365 live helpline, free rides to treatment, and advocacy groups to create awareness and impact. Get involved: (402) 423-4893 / www.cancer.org. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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NON-PROFIT NEWS Center for People in Need Changes Lives Through POP Program

Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach Announces Board Leadership for 2019

Center for People in Need’s POP program (People Obtaining Prosperity) was designed for low-income individuals so they can apply to the program and, if selected, attend Southeast Community College in Lincoln Seventy-three POP program students tuition-free. If the student is were recognized in October 2018 able to keep a good grade for their excellence of 3.5 grade point average or higher. point average and continues in a chosen field of study, he or she can complete an associate’s degree at no cost. More than 200 students have completed tuition-free degrees since 2013.

“I couldn’t believe that it would be possible to earn an associate’s degree at Southeast Community College and still be able to work and support my family. This means everything to me,” said Jamie L., POP student.

Jamie is a single mom with two daughters, aged 9 and 11. She struggled to make ends meet every month, working a minimum-wage retail job and picking up extra hours when she could. She knew she needed a better job but with her high school education, she kept getting passed over for promotions.

Center for People in Need’s POP program is made possible by generous donations from an anonymous philanthropist and the Acklie Foundation. For more information about the POP program, visit www. thecenterforpeopleinneed.org or contact Lynette Maes at (402) 4764357 / lmaes@cfpin.org.

Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach is excited to announce the board of directors and officers for 2019. Newly elected positions are as follows: President - Dave Smith, technology manager at Allstate Life and Retirement; Immediate Past President - Greg Ernst, senior vice president at UBS Financial; President Elect - Natasha Plooster, chief operating officer at Bridgepoint Investment Banking; and Treasurer - Kiley Wiechman, accountant at HBE Becker Meyer Love LLP. Newly appointed directors include: Prem Bansal, community volunteer; Fr. Kenneth Borowiak, pastor at St. Michael Catholic Church; Rick Costello, global account director at SAP America; Reina Day, realtor at RE/MAX Concepts; Eric Dinger, president of Powederhook; Greg Frayser, Attorney at Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, LLP; Chassidy Jackson-Goodwin, Lincoln Police Department; Brad Meyer, CEO of Bluestem Health; Josh Midgett, president of Integrated Life Choices; Alynn Sampson, youth and family program director of Food Bank of Lincoln; Roli Saraf, PhD, adjunct faculty at Kaplan University and Southeast Community College; and Lincoln Zehr, CEO of Hampton Enterprises Inc. Matt Talbot extends a special thank you to retiring board member Jennifer Conzemius, St. Peter Catholic Parish.

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Heartland Cancer Foundation to Host Annual Mardi Gras Casino Royale Heartland Cancer Foundation will be hosting their signature event, Mardi Gras Casino Royale, on Friday, March 1 at the Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel from 6 to 9 p.m. So mark your calendar! Some of the event highlights include Bourbon Street happy hour, a raffle, ballroom dinner, live auction, casino gaming, and afterparty featuring the band, Thirty Minute Hangover. There are tickets, tables, and corporate sponsorships available for purchase. Last year’s event raised $47,000 between the silent auction, sponsorships, and goodwill donations. You can help the Heartland Cancer Foundation beat last year’s funds raised by signing up to sponsor or by registering for the event today at www.heartlandcancerfoundation.org/mardigras.

Heartland Cancer Foundation was founded with one belief: No cancer patient should fall behind because they struggle to afford their expenses.

Supporting local cancer patients is the organization’s passion and their goal is to provide practical and immediate assistance, so patients can focus on healing.

For more information about Heartland Cancer Foundation, visit their website at www.heartlandcancerfoundation.org. Questions can be directed to program director, Rochelle Essay, at (402) 261-9974 or heartlandcancerfoundation@gmail.com. Make sure to give their Facebook page a like as well (@HeartlandCancerFoundation).

Community Action Partnership Recruits Individuals for Tax Preparation Program Community Action Partnership’s Tax Preparation program is looking for kind and talented people to volunteer this upcoming tax season (January – April 2019). Do you like working with numbers, solving puzzles, or making a difference for others in your community? If so, being a tax prep volunteer is the perfect opportunity for you!

Each year, this program depends upon community volunteers to prepare and file federal and state tax returns for low-to-moderate-income taxpayers. Last year, the service of a single volunteer Tax Preparer directly resulted in the return of nearly $40,000 to the community! You alone can make the same impact by joining today.

There are many ways to make a difference. The following are specific volunteer positions and brief descriptions of each: • Tax Preparers – prepare and file tax returns • Intakes – review taxpayers’ forms and documentation and collect the information the Tax Preparers need to prepare the returns • Finishers – explain returns to taxpayers and get their approval to file returns • Financial Check-ups – review taxpayers’ credit reports with them and assist in the creation of credit improvement plans; help taxpayers plan to effectively utilize their refunds • Greeters – welcome taxpayers as they arrive at a tax preparation site and direct them to the place of their appointments • Interpreters – interpret for taxpayers and volunteers • Administrative – scan taxpayer documents; contact taxpayers with appointment reminders Community Action will provide all of the training you need. Each volunteer is trained specifically for their position, and no prior experience is necessary.

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NON-PROFIT NEWS American Heart Association Countdown to 2019 Lincoln Heart Ball The American Heart Association’s 2019 Lincoln Heart Ball, the annual black-tie event, will be Saturday, February 2, 2019 at the Embassy Suites in Lincoln.

The event celebrates the energy, passion, and commitment of donors, healthcare providers, community leaders, sponsors, volunteers and sur vivors to raise funds for lifesaving researc h and education. Funds raised during the event support the fight against cardiovascular diseases—the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States each year.

“The Heart Ball would not be possible without our volunteer leadership and Sweethearts that raise important funds to support our lifesaving mission,” said Lincoln Heart Ball Senior Director Brianna Georgeson.

The 2019 Lincoln Heart Ball is chaired by Dr. Ryan Shelstad with Bryan Heart and Dr. Sagar Damle with CHI Health Nebraska Heart.

To learn more about supporting the 2019 Lincoln Heart Ball, the public is encouraged to contact Brianna Georgeson, Brianna.

Georgeson@heart.org. Learn more about the American Heart Association online at www.heart.org or call (402) 810-6870.

Nebraska Community Foundation Recognized for Excellence in Philanthropy Nebraska Community Foundation recently received accreditation with the nation’s highest standard for philanthropic excellence. National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations® establish legal, ethical, effective practices for community foundations everywhere.

“Meeting the National Standards benchmarks is a rigorous, comprehensive process,” said Randy Royster, chair of the Community Foundations National Standards Board. “This accreditation is a significant accomplishment that indicates Nebraska Community Foundation demonstrates a commitment to transparency, quality, integrity, and accountability as it carries out its mission.”

The National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations® program requires community foundations to document their policies for donor services, investments, grantmaking, and administration. The program is designed to provide quality assurance to donors, as well as to their legal and financial advisors.

Nebraska Community Foundation offers a range of charitable funds, allowing donors to advance a cause, support an individual organization or provide flexible support for community needs. In addition to affirming the organization’s philanthropic services, the accreditation validates Nebraska Community Foundation’s grantmaking practices for the nonprofit community.

Headquartered in Lincoln, the Foundation serves communities, donors and organizations by providing financial management, strategic development, education, and training to a statewide network of 1,500 volunteers serving over 250 communities. Since 1993, Nebraska Community Foundation, which unleashes abundant local assets, inspires charitable giving and connects ambitious people, has reinvested $323 million in Nebraska’s people and places.

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NON-PROFIT NEWS Fresh Start Extends Hours of The Daisy, Announces Monthly Store Specials The Daisy Thrift Shop, a boutique for women that benefits Fresh Start’s mission, raises around $40,000 for the organization each year. The community is encouraged to shop at The Daisy, where proceeds support Fresh Start’s transitional shelter for women who are homeless. Fresh Start provides basic needs, case management, and support.

Fresh Start is excited to announce the shop has increased its hours. The Daisy is now open the first and the third Thursday of each month, from 4 to 7 p.m.; and every Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition, each month The Daisy has special sales. January is Bargain Blizzard, which means everything in the store is a $1. February is total clothing inventory turnover.

In 2017, The Daisy celebrated their 10 year anniversary of offering high quality, gently used, women’s clothing, accessories, and small home decor items to discerning shoppers. Items sold come from the donations received from generous members of the community. The women who live at Fresh Start access the clothing first, and what they do not select is then sorted by the Daisy volunteers and placed in the shop. Gift certificates are provided to other local service organizations that serve women in order to make the clothing items available to more people in need.

The Daisy is operated completely by volunteers, and there is always a need for more volunteers to join the team. Please inquire in the shop (6433 Havelock Ave.) or call Audrey at (402) 475-7777. For more information about Fresh Start, visit freshstarthome.org.

HopeSpoke Wins $25K Makeover, Receives Holiday Support from Community HopeSpoke (the new Child Guidance Center) is grateful for the support they received from the community over the holidays. The organization is especially thankful to All Makes and many supporters who voted them the winner of a $25,000 makeover of new furnishings!

In addition, HopeSpoke received donations from Lincoln Center Kiwanis and Lincoln Sysco for their Extended Day Treatment Program, which allowed them to treat 75 children and family members to a wonderful Thanksgiving meal. HopeSpoke also had great community support in the purchasing of new winter coats and clothing for the boys at the Therapeutic Group Home, and many of HopeSpoke clients received gifts thanks to KFOR and the National Guard through Operation Santa Claus!

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These are only a few examples of the great support the organization has received from the Lincoln community. A special thank you goes to the HopeSpoke Board of Directors, along with their friends and family, for all of the wonderful gifts that were donated to ensure that the boys had their best Christmas ever.

HopeSpoke inspires healthy futures for children and families through comprehensive behavioral and mental health services. “We are so grateful to the generous support of many in the Lincoln community over the past few months,” shared Katie McLeese Stephenson, executive director.

For more information about HopeSpoke—and to see their new website—please go to www.hopespoke.org, or call the organization at (402) 475-7666. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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HEALTH NEWS Ascend Chiropractic Hosts Celebration for Grand Opening

Hillcrest Health Services Acquires Silverridge, Announces New Gretna Community

Ascend Chiropractic opened its doors and began scheduling appointments on December 10.

To celebrate the grand opening, Owner Dr. Brian Bayer hosted an official Lincoln Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting ceremony on December 14. Dr. Bayer welcomed friends, family, and other community members to his new spine, joint, and rehabilitation chiropractic office. There was an open house held throughout the afternoon, during which food and drinks were provided and guests were also encouraged to stay after the ribbon cutting to socialize.

Last month, Hillcrest Health Services acquired SilverRidge Assisted Living, a highly-respected, family-owned community on Hackberry Drive near Gretna High School. The facility provides assisted living and memory support Continuing care community planned for services, as well as childcare Gretna by Century Development, Essex on campus called Little Communities and Hillcrest Health Services Ridges.

Ascend Chiropractic is a research-based clinic that utilizes specific chiropractic care in conjunction with soft tissue therapies and functional rehabilitation. Ascend Chiropractic not only provides patient’s of all ages with care to alleviate pain, but offers tools to help them move well and move often outside of the clinic. Dr. Bayer even offer Active Release Technique (ART), which breaks up adhesions throughout the body’s soft tissue. ART is used together with adjustments to more effectively treat patients and reduce the length of treatment plans.

Ascend Chiropractic is located in the Highlands of Lincoln next to Salon Bravo, Sunny Nails, and Down the Hatch Bar and Grill. For more information about how Dr. Bayer can help you improve your overall body function through advanced chiropractic care, please visit ascendchiropracticne.com or follow the Facebook page (@ ascendchiropracticne). To speak to Dr. Bayer directly, call (402) 4806680.

The assisted living community offers private apartments, 24hour staffing and emergency response, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and linen services, personal care, medication management, lifestyle programming, and an array of attractive common spaces. Memory support assisted living is provided in two freestanding cottages, each home to 14 residents with dementia.

In addition to the acquisition, Hillcrest announced plans for a new continuing care retirement community on the former Rod Kush property on HWY 6, just north of HWY 370. The community will be a partnership between Hillcrest, Frank Krejci’s Century Development and Omaha-based Essex Communities, which operates adult living communities in six Midwestern states.

For more information about the planned continuing care community, visit www.hillcresthealth.com or contact (402) 682-6835 (Hillcrest Home Care – Lincoln) / info@hillcresthealth.com.

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HEALTH NEWS Tabitha Offers Grief Groups and Hospice Volunteer Training Throughout January Tabitha, Nebraska’s industryleading Senior Care provider, offers grief groups and individual hospice volunteer training throughout January in Lincoln. Grief and support groups are open to anyone in the community experiencing loss or needing support and helpful caregiver tips.

Loss of a Loved One Drop-in Grief Group—Every Monday, 10–11:30 a.m., and every Wednesday, 1:30–3 p.m., at The Harbor Coffeehouse, 1265 S. Cotner Blvd. Call (402) 486-8577 for confirmation of dates.

Men’s Drop-In Grief Group—Every other Friday, January 4 and 18, 1:30–3 p.m., at Hy-Vee deli, 7151 Stacy Ln. Call (402) 486-8577 for confirmation of dates.

Growing Through Grief—Six-week grief support group held Wednesday afternoons, January 9–February 13, 3–4:30 p.m., at Tabitha, 4720 Randolph St. For questions or to register, contact Ray Boeche, Tabitha Hospice bereavement coordinator, at (402) 486-8546.

Tabitha also offers individual hospice volunteer training throughout Lancaster County. Hospice volunteering is a rewarding opportunity that provides companionship, pet therapy, bereavement support, respite care, light housekeeping, office and clerical support while providing comfort and joy to Tabitha clients. For questions or to learn more about hospice volunteering, contact Jillian Harold, Tabitha Hospice volunteer coordinator, at (402) 486-8577 or email Jillian.Harold@Tabitha.org.

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Every recipe is tailored made to meet American Heart Association’s dietary recommendations while maximizing flavor. Plus, each recipe includes nutritional information to help consumers manage their calorie intake and sodium consumption, for example. These recipes show surprising and interesting ways to take advantage of the range of functions in the new wave of multicookers, which include steaming, sautéing, slow cooking, cooking rice, and even making yogurt.

To help cooks utilize this modern device’s impressive culinary potential, AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION INSTANT & HEALTHY offers up dozens and dozens of tasty dishes packed with nutritious ingredients, including lean meats and poultry, seafood, whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and legumes. Recipes you can expect to enjoy include chicken with apricots and sweet potatoes, Mediterranean eggplant dip, broccolicauliflower mac ‘n’ cheese, chipotle beef, and peach crisp.

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HEALTH NEWS Nebraska Department of Health Launches CarePortal in Lancaster County

Nebraska Community Blood Bank Connects Blood Recipient to Donors

There’s a new tool Division of Children and Family Services (CFS) team members in Lancaster County can utilize when families have needs that go beyond what the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) typically provides. On November 12, 2018, Nebraska First Lady Susanne Shore, and others, helped launch the CarePortal during an event at the State Capitol.

Moments after Dale Johnson shared his story of a motorcycle accident that nearly killed him, eight members of the audience made their way to the stage. He soon discovered these strangers were some of the 23 blood donors who helped save his life.

Johnson, news editor at KFOR Radio, was the keynote speaker at Nebraska Community Blood Bank’s (NCBB) 50th anniversary event, celebrating its service to the community. Attendees included high gallon blood and platelet donors, blood drive sponsors, hospital partners, and NCBB staff (past and present).

“There wasn’t a dry eye in the room,” said Ellen DiSalvo, president of NCBB. “It’s an honor to see a recipient story unfold and a great reminder that blood donations impact real people and changes lives. As we celebrate our history, we also look to the future as one of Nebraska’s largest blood providers.”

Nebraska Community Blood Bank serves 19 hospitals, including Bryan Medical Center, Madonna Rehabilitation, Dialysis Center of Lincoln, and Lincoln Surgical Hospital. To continue to ensure enough blood is available, NCBB needs to grow its donor base.

Empower yourself and others to saves lives by hosting a blood drive or a lunch and learn. Learn more at blooddrives@ncbb.org, call 1-877486-9414, visit NCBB.org, or connect on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

CarePortal is a web-based technology platform designed to match material needs of children or families with donors of cash, goods or services within the faith-based local community. Needs are determined by families and DHHS, posted on the CarePortal system and then delivered by cooperating churches that reach out to a network of volunteers to meet the needs. DHHS partnered locally with Christian Heritage, a Lincoln-based children, adolescent, and family welfare and fostering organization, to connect the network of local churches with CFS in response to CarePortal requests.

CFS was already utilizing CarePortal in Kearney (Buffalo County), Hastings (Adams County), and North Platte (Lincoln County). Since its initial launch in Nebraska, CarePortal has served 295 children and made an economic impact of $118,230. These numbers are anticipated to rapidly grow in the coming months as more churches in Lancaster County become active in the network.

Learn more about CarePortal online at careportal.org. Contact the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services by calling (402) 471-3121, or reach the Division of Children and Family Services directly by emailing dhhs.childrenandfamilyservices@nebraska.gov.

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The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for YOUniq Health, a new mental health clinic, on November 16, 2018. The event began with a devotional and prayer, led by Pastor Marcus Larivaux. After an inspiring message from Pastor Larivaux, attendees heard from Owner Dr. Amarachi Ogbonnaya-Akpa, APRN. Dr. Amarachi is a board-certified and licensed psychiatric and mental health, family, and women’s health care nurse practitioner, skilled in preventive and routine care, as well as the management of a wide range of acute and chronic health conditions. Currently, YOUniq Health, under her clinical direction, is partnering with the Good Neighbor Community Center to offer free mental health care to those they serve within the Lincoln community who are unable to pay for their care. She strongly believes that technology has a huge role to play in providing more access to healthcare services to patients who live in underserved areas; especially those dealing with mental health issues.

Choosing YOUniq Health to assist you on your journey to wellness means working with a team that truly cares about your success and is committed to helping you achieve your health goals. Their providers prescribe medications very responsibly, combined with brief therapy, for a wide range of conditions that affect the mind. These conditions include, but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia, PTSD, autism, OCD, addiction, eating disorder, and dementia, as well as women-related issues such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder, perinatal depression, and post-partum depression.

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As anticipated, our Strictly Business team returned to one of our favorite destinations: Colorado. This is a trip we like to take at least once a year, for obvious reasons. Colorado is absolutely beautiful and it’s an easy drive from Lincoln. Our trip included some skiing/snowboarding, dining, and much-needed R&R in Vail Valley.

RENT-A-VAN | LINCOLN: (402) 421-3400 | OMAHA: (402) 933-2500 | WWW.RENTAVANLINCOLN.COM Colorado is definitely a popular travel destination for Nebraskans, due to the close proximity and all the alluring outdoor activities that it has to offer. Our drive time to get there added up to about eight hours, and while this is a doable drive, but it’s still quite a lengthy time for seven people to spend in the car together. Luckily, we decided to rent a van from Rent-A-Van! We comfortably fit ourselves, along with all our luggage (including three snowboards!) into Rent-A-Van’s seven-passenger full-size van. Our group enjoyed watching movies the whole way to Colorado on the plasma-screen TV, which had a good sound system and also the options to use headphones.

Renting a van like this means not having to take two or more cars to get to a destination. Only having the gas expense for one vehicle instead of multiple totally offsets the rental cost! Plus, your whole group gets to stay together. Rent-A-Van makes choosing the most practical and comfortable mode of transportation easy.

AGAVE | (970) 748-8666 | WWW.AGAVEAVON.COM After we arrived at our condo in Avon, our group agreed that it was time for dinner. So, we went to the most talked about restaurant and nightclub: Agave. After taking drink orders, our server brought us salsa and freshly baked flour tortillas. We were so impressed by this.

Most Mexican restaurants offer complimentary chips and salsa, but Agave will bring you warm, soft, handmade tortillas. What really surprised us was how good the seafood items we tried.

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Pescado de Chile con Crema Poblana is a popular item. The fish was cooked perfectly, and the poblano cream it was served with added a rich, almost earthy flavor.

Agave also has Tacos n Tunes every Tuesday night (a lot of locals love attending this). Tacos n Tunes features Agave’s famous crispy taco special with some spicy local music.

COPPER MOUNTAIN SKI RESORT | (970) 968-2318 |WWW. COPPERCOLORADO.COM Our agenda included a lot of skiing and snowboarding, and the first resort we hit up was Copper Mountain Ski Resort. Copper Mountain is made up of three distinct villages, all with chairlifts, restaurants, retail shops, activities, and nightlife. Our group went in at Center Village because it was within walking distance to The American Eagle and American Flyer. These lifts provide easy access to all levels of terrain down the mountain.

We had so much fun on these runs...so much fun, in fact, were the last people on the slopes! If you are looking for a relaxed, fun atmosphere to snowboard or ski in this winter, we highly recommend that you visit Copper Mountain!

PAZZO’S PIZZERIA | VAIL: (970) 476-9026 | AVON: (970) 949-9900 | WWW.PAZZOSPIZZA.COM Let us tell you about a delicious pizza place, where pizza isn’t even the best thing on the menu... Centrally located in the heart of Avon is Pazzo’s Pizzeria, which translates to “crazy pizza!” With a full bar and game room for the kids, this is the perfect restaurant for casual family dining in Avon.

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but to order some—and thank heavens we did! Not kidding...this was some of the best French onion soup we’ve ever had; everyone agreed. The minestrone soup was also amazing. We had no idea we’d be coming home and writing such raving reviews about soup from a pizza joint, but here we are! The other menu items that blew us away was the Twilight Zone off of the calzone menu and the lasagna. Buon appetito!

BEAVER CREEK SPORTS | (970) 754-6221 | WWW. BEAVERCREEKSPORTS.COM After a long day on the mountain our first day, we were ready to do it all again! This time, we were going to be checking out the slopes at Beaver Creek. We first had to get more rentals for some of the skiers in our group who didn’t join us the first day.

We feel very fortunate to have rented from Beaver Creek Sports. It was an easy process. Plus, since they’re Beaver Creek Resort’s preferred ski and snowboard rental shop, they work together with the other preferred rental shops throughout the main ski resorts in Colorado that are owned by the same company as Beaver Creek. This includes Vail Sports Rental, which worked out perfectly because our plan was to ski at Vail on our last day. This meant we could just return our equipment there instead of having to go back to Beaver Creek. We were also thankful that the rental shop was literally right across from the office where we had to pick up our ski passes.

Just because you’re renting equipment doesn’t mean you should have to sacrifice fit or performance. Whether it’s your first time on the slopes or you just want to try something different, Beaver Creek Sports equip you with current, high-performance skis, boards, and boots, maintained, and tuned to perfection for a fun, safe, and totally awesome day on the slopes.

BEAVER CREEK SKI RESORT | (970) 754-4636 | WWW. BEAVERCREEK.COM Once we got all our gear and our ski passes, we got on the mountain to see what Beaver Creek Ski Resort was all about. Beaver Creek has 150 trails and 23 lifts, so there are plenty of different runs to explore. A few of the intermediate skiers and snowboards in our group really enjoyed the variety of difficulty levels of mogul trails. If you’re someone who hasn’t tried skiing moguls yet, Beaver Creek is a great place to get the hang of it. There were also some awesome cat runs through the woods for those beginners out there.

VAIL SKI RESORT | (970) 754-8245 | WWW.VAIL.COM Our last mountain sport excursion was at Vail Ski Resort. Our group was a little worn out from the last two days of skiing and snowboarding, but once we saw the grandeur of Vail mountain, our spirits shot right back up through the roof! Vail’s wide variety of terrain, back bowls, and 5,289 skiable acres are one-of-a-kind and make it one of the largest ski resorts in the world.

Paired with pristine conditions we had during our visit, skiing Vail was truly like no mountain we’ve experienced before.

We enjoyed having the gondola option to take us up the mountain—an enclosed, relaxing option to get to the top of the slopes while taking in breathtaking views all around you. Not to mention the nice staff who made us laugh every time we got back in line. We could just tell that they loved being there and helping us have a fun, safe time at Vail.

We started our adventure at Lionshead, which we recommend because the access to the mountain is well served with multiple lifts. Taking the Eagle Bahn Gondola up, we were able to access a lot of green and blue trails on the way down, which was perfect for our group to start the day off. Once we had worked up some adrenaline, we were ready to go up to Vail’s legendary Back Bowls. We decided to go to Game Creek Bowl, the easiest to access of Vail’s seven Back Bowls, providing 200+ acres of terrain for all ability levels. From wide, sweeping green trails, to more advanced gladed terrain, Game Creek Bowl truly has something for everyone. Make sure you stop at the top of Chair 7 to take in views of Vail, Beaver Creek, and Eagle County to the west or the rest of the Back Bowls to the east.

We were sad to say goodbye to all the beauty and colors of Colorado, but hopping into our luxury van made our trip back a little less bitter. Colorado never disappoints. There is so much life there, with all the things there are to do and see. It was an eventfilled weekend in Vail Valley and we are already looking forward to our next visit!

One funny (kind of embarrassing) thing to highlight from our time a Beaver Creek was when our editor, Hannah Hundley, had her bindings come undone on the top of the mountain. She had to call ski patrol to have them toboggan her down. The thing to note about this is how quickly the ski patrol responded. She was only waiting for about five minutes and then someone was there to assist her and keep her company until the toboggan arrived.

Beaver Creek truly takes care of its guests!

The friendly Beaver Creek staff informed us that if you buy your lift tickets online, you’re guaranteed to get the lowest price.

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CLIENT SPOTLIGHT

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Krueger Development’s staff carries each and every project from conception to reality.

When you are driving up 14th Street in South Lincoln, and you see the Yankee Hill Business Center and Sierra Suites to the east and Southwest High School to the west, have you ever wondered how they got there? Do you know who developed the community you live in now or the shopping center you visit on the weekends?

For over 30 years, Krueger Development has contributed to Lincoln’s residential and commercial marketplace by developing residential and commercial communities, retail centers, and multi-family residences. Not always publicly recognized, a developer allows the work he produces to speak for itself. Rick Krueger prides himself on bettering the South Lincoln community and insuring his clients maintain long-term value with each of his projects.

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Dave Conde, Krueger Development’s commercial property manager, is an expert at matching clients’ needs with Krueger spaces. From the Lincoln Trade Center on 56th and HWY 2, to the Yankee Hill Business Center on 14th and Yankee Hill, he has south Lincoln covered.

Christina Melgoza, director of lots sales, will help you find the perfect location for your next home. Whether you want to live at the end of the cul-de-sac or on top of three acres, she has the lots for you.

Stephanie Krueger Ponce, director of business development, is here to help if you are looking to build a specific commercial space. Stephanie has been in the construction industry for nearly a decade building residential homes, and the last two years has been transitioning into the commercial trade.

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FROM COMMERCIAL TO RESIDENTIAL, BUYING TO LEASING, HERE ARE SOME KEYS STAFFERS AT KRUEGER DEVELOPMENT THAT CAN HELP WITH YOUR NEEDS:

Whether someone needs office, warehouse or retail space, I look forward to helping them find their next location. I work with the clients every step of the way. From securing the perfect location to ensuring a hassle-free interior build out, Krueger Development is an excellent partner for commercial real estate needs. – Dave Conde, commercial property manager At Krueger Development, I bring my experience working with individuals during the home building process to the commercial game. I hope to make the process as relaxing and comfortable for a commercial client as I would a homeowner. – Stephanie Krueger Ponce, director of business development

I am involved in the lot development process from day one. I not only sell the lots once ready for builders and homeowners, but manage the entire process from raw dirt, to subdivision, to the installation of all services. I know these lots like the back of my hand and am happy to help homeowners plan their next build. – Christina Melgoza, director of lot sales

For more information on Krueger Development, please contact us at (402) 423-7377 or visit our website at kruegerdevelopment.com.

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by Coby Mach, President & CEO

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We Love Trees, However…

The city has been considering changes to parking lot requirements that could have a big impact on local businesses.

The Lincoln Independent Business Association (LIBA) supports the beautification of our city and understands the desire to ensure that there is sufficient landscaping and screening in and around parking lots. However, we believe the current design standards already achieve this desired effect. The proposed changes only place additional burdens on the business community that exceed basic needs, and do not consider any of the costs or problems associated with requiring more trees in parking lots. Some of those problems are as follows: Trees tend to die when surrounded by concrete due to excessive heat from surrounding pavement and the lack of adequate soil moisture. If it survives, the average life expectancy of a tree planted in a parking lot setting is only 7–10 years.

According to the minutes of the October 25, 2018 meeting of the West Haymarket JPA, it will cost Pinnacle Bank Arena over $1,700 to replace just one dead tree. The tree is surrounded by concrete and lived for only five years.

More internal landscape islands within parking lots will limit the amount of available space for parking.

Internal landscape islands are not environmentally friendly. Trees planted in landscape islands require 50% more water than the same species in a grassy area. In addition, it will require more land to comply with these changes, leading to more sprawl.

It will also be especially difficult for developments undergoing renovations to comply with these changes because they are dealing with a finite amount of land.

More trees will increase the costs of landscaping maintenance due to costs associated with additional pruning and the replacement of dead trees. These costs will lead to higher triple net leases and rents.

Tree roots can also damage surrounding concrete structures, which will increase costs to repair such damage.

Trees block the views of security cameras and impede businesses’ ability to monitor parking lots for the safety of its employees and customers.

This is a particular concern for the banking community. We have heard from three Lincoln banks that have expressed these concerns.

Internal landscape islands will severely hamper snow removal and increase snow removal costs.

Trees block the sun, making shaded or tree-covered parts of pavement among the most common locations for black ice. This can lead to more slips and falls and vehicular accidents in parking lots during icy conditions.

Trees can block the ability of customers to see store signage and the front entrance of stores, which can lead to less visitations from customers and make it more difficult to lease storefronts obstructed by trees.

Based on these concerns, LIBA asked the city to vote no on Text Amendment 18014.

During the last two years, the Nebraska Legislature has passed legislation to reduce unnecessary government regulation. This text amendment does the exact opposite and increases the regulatory burden on businesses.

LIBA studies and promotes these types of issues that are important to businesses and our community. If you have an interest in joining LIBA, please call me 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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Four Star Card & Gift Gallery Four Star Card & Gift Gallery is your one-stop-shop for fine giftware & women’s fashion accessories. Choose from premiere fashion brands like PANDORA, Alex and Ani Jewelry, Baggallini and Vera Bradley fashion bags to fine giftware like Nora Fleming serving pieces and Jim Shore carved art statues. Four Star also has an extraordinary selection of Husker and Nebraska items, including many exclusively designed for Four Star like the Legacy of Nebraska Playing Cards that sold only at Four Star.

From adults to kids and everywhere in between, the options are endless. You’re guaranteed to find something new and fascinating each time you visit Four Star Card & Gift Gallery, located at 5500 Old Cheney Rd. Find out about sales, new inventory, and special hours by visiting their Facebook (@FourStarGifts) and website (fourstargifts.com), or give them at call at (402) 434-7747.

LadiiEgypt’s Brow Paradise® LadiiEgypt’s Brow Paradise® is a new and unique beauty destination in Lincoln. The business offers semi-permanent cosmetic eyebrow procedures and Non-Laser Tattoo Removal. Satisfying a niche in the beauty industry, LadiiEgypt® customizes each service to their individual client’s needs. Some of LadiiEgypt’s specific services include 3D Hair Strokes (Microblading), Combo Brows (Microshading), Ombrè Powder Brows, Beauty Mark Restoration, Faux Freckles, and all things touch-up related. Owner Suzanna Rezk is an ambitious and genuine individual who is excited to help her clients look their absolute best.

Originally from Egypt, Suzanna is licensed in Nebraska as a body art practitioner and she became certified in California under the Celebrity Brow Artist NeeziieBabiie®.

LadiiEgypt’s Brow Paradise® is located at 233 N. 48th St., STE Q. You can book an appointment by calling Suzanna at (402) 860-8709.

To see Suzanna’s portfolio, latest deals, and general pricing, follow LadiiEgypt® on Facebook and Instagram (@ladiiegypt).

Luxury Landscape Luxury Landscape of Lincoln provides customers with luxurious landscape designs to beautify their yard or property. Owners Ken Svoboda and Jackie Lienemann have 40+ years of experience in the industry to best help your visions of a beautiful landscape become a reality. Whether you’re a DIY’er or you prefer someone else to do the grunt work, Luxury Landscape can help with landscape consultation, design, installation, and/ or maintenance services. If you’re looking for a unique hands-on landscape experience, you’ll find partnering with Luxury Landscape to be a lot less work, and a lot more fun. To this dynamic landscaping duo, your garden is their passion.

Ken and Jackie take pride in returning messages in a timely manner and keep open communication with their clients. For more information about Luxury Landscape or to schedule a consultation, visit their website at luxurylandscape-llc.com, give them a call at (402) 4309430, or email luxurylandscape.ne@gmail.com. Keep up with Jackie and Ken on their Facebook page as well (@luxurylandscape.llc).

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CLIENT SPOTLIGHT

YOUR LOCAL PERFORMANCE DIESEL AND TRUCK OUTLET DPC Unlimited LLC is a performance diesel and truck accessory outlet. We offer diesel performance parts and tuning required for on and off-road performance for big rigs and lightduty pickups. We also have your chrome and truck accessory needs covered from the front to the back, top to the bottom. Additionally, services are offered for semi trucks, pickups, and farm implements.

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We have your performance and chrome needs covered! Come see us to get your ride running and looking good. – Cody Simons, owner of DPC Unlimited

At DPC Unlimited, you’ll find a vast selection of performance parts and accessories from many manufacturers, including: • Lincoln Chrome • S&B Filters • Alliant Power • Full Tilt Performance

Available Products:

• Visors—A properly built semi truck sun visor will keep the sun out of your direct line of vision and can deflect torrential rain to help your view during storms. DPC’s selection includes a wide variety of sizes and styles so you can find the exact one you need for your 18-wheeler.

• Lighted Center Panels (New LED Lights*)—DPC offers stainless light bars and center panels to keep your truck illuminated on the road. *DPC now offers a selection of LED lights so you can upgrade your incandescent lights and stop replacing burnt out bulbs. Not only is it more efficient to switch to LED lights, it’s also much safer for traffic around you, since LED lights are significantly brighter.

• Hub Caps and Lug Nut Covers—An easy way to transform your rig is to replace hub caps and lug nut covers, and DPC has variety of chrome for your wheels to give your truck that instant renovated look and feel.

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DPC Unlimited LLC works hard to keep After the inventory stocked with the parts Before you want. From lights and chrome for a semi to go fast parts for a diesel pickup, we’ve got you covered! If there is something you are looking for, give Here is a truck we recently upgraded to a stainless light bar, DPC a call or shoot them an email. center panel, and loaded it with lights.

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LINCOLN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

by Wendy Birdsall, President

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NMotion Demo Day and Hour of Code The Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development continues to work in our community to cultivate what has become a vibrant scene for startup businesses. This past December had two incredibly important events when it comes to workforce development in Lincoln: NMotion Demo Day (December 6) and the Hour of Code (December 8).

NMotion is the product of a deep and ongoing collaboration between the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development, and private investors. With over 100 startups calling Lincoln home and plenty of entrepreneurial talent in the pipeline, it’s imperative that programs and opportunities are in place to help businesses grow and reach their potential.

The Accelerator program culminates each year with Demo Day, where each of the participating companies gets a chance to show off what they’ve done over the past few months. Ultimately, NMotion invests $20,000 in each company and provides mentors, experts, hypertargeted training and workspace. Six teams made up the field for 2018 Demo Day, including Jord Producers, Groove Watersports, Pawlytics, Yumaroo, Pincurl Girls, and Squad Genius. From youth sports to agriculture and management software for animal shelters, this year’s teams showed just how diverse the interests of startups in the area continue to be and what they can offer to a variety of people.

Meanwhile, the Hour of Code event is truly an event for all ages. Hosted

by LPED, Lincoln Public Schools Computer Science, Nebraska Computer Science & Engineering, Nebraska Innovation Campus, and Turbine Flats, the event took place at the Nebraska Innovation Campus Conference Center. It was another fantastic showing, as nearly 800 students and family members attended, with a morning of coding activities and interactive demonstrations making up the program for the three-hour event.

Lincoln’s Hour of Code event is a continuation of the worldwide event, which took place in various locations from December 3–9. In its fifth year here in Lincoln, our Hour of Code event also featured an Interactive Tech Fair that showcased over 20 interactive booths and helps connect mentors from local technology companies to help those interested get started in programming. This is a glimpse into the future of what America’s workforce will likely resemble.

An introduction to coding can mean the doors opening across many areas of computer science driven careers and potential courses in postsecondary education. With most of the startup world today revolving around technology, computers and the foundations they’re built upon, digital coding is increasingly important.

Technology continues to play a very vital role in our world, shaping economies and energizing work forces, both young and old. We continue to embrace their positions in Lincoln’s workforce and hope both of these events remain catalysts of growth for years to come.

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FRIENDS4LUNCH Last Month - John J’s Tiki Bar Graduate Lincoln’s John J’s Tiki Bar hosted the Friends4Lunch holiday crew on Friday, December 7. John J’s Tiki Bar, formerly John J’s Chow Hall, serves American fare and custom Tiki drinks. Some of the dishes enjoyed by attendees included the Nebraska nachos, grilled salmon salad, burgers, turkey clubs, and more. A few individuals even tried out some refreshments from the tiki bar, which were all refreshing and served in fun glassware. We were especially excited for this Friends4Lunch, as Graduate Lincoln let us try out their new TopGolf Swing Suites, an immersive virtual golf experience—and they did not disappoint! Between classic TopGolf and zombie dodge ball, the time flew by. A big thank you to everyone who came out!

Graduate Lincoln is located at 141 N 9th St. in downtown Lincoln.

Reservations for the TopGolf Swing Suites are available online at www.graduatehotels.com/lincoln/top-golf. Call the hotel at (402) 475-4011 for more information.

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This Month - Cactus Modern Mexican & Cantina by Venue On behalf of our entire Strictly Business team, we would like to invite you to our upcoming Friends4Lunch event on Friday, January 11 at Cactus Modern Mexican & Cantina by Venue. The new restaurant is located at 5500 south 56th St., STE 1. Cactus is a family-oriented restaurant that utilized fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to dish out innovative modern Mexican cuisine. Some of the restaurants amenities include a cantina bar, private dining room, and spacious patio (for the warmer seasons).

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During the winter we specialize in residential and commercial sidewalk snow removal. Along with scooping your snow we will also put down ice melt so you won’t have to worry about that slick ice in the morning.

From fajitas to flautas, the Cactus lunch and dinner menus have a mouth-watering array of options for even the most choosy diner.

Items on the lunch menu range in price from about $8 to $14.

We hope to see you there! Don’t forget to RSVP to office@ strictlybusinessomaha.com or by calling the Strictly Business office at (402) 466-3330.

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Friends4Lunch is one of our continued monthly networking events held at one of our favorite local restaurants. The tradition was established in the hopes of offering a casual way to make valuable connections with friends and strangers alike in the area over lunch while supporting our clients and enjoying their amazing cuisine. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

DOWNTOWN LINCOLN ASSOCIATION

by Terry Uland, President

402-434-6900 • www.downtownlincoln.org

Sisu Hair Salon: On the Cutting Edge

Sisu Hair Salon owner Anna Evans signs off every email with a quote from Coco Chanel: “A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life.”

This Chanel-ism is something of a driving force behind Evans and her team at Sisu, which recently moved from its south Lincoln location to a lower level suite at 801 R St.

in the Haymarket.

“For me, it’s not just a cut and color service,” Evans said. “It’s about finding out who you are and then bringing that out.”

Evans opened Sisu six years ago when she realized she needed her own salon in order to pursue her unique passion and ideology when it comes to hair.

“I just always want to do things that inspire me,” she said. “I was working at a salon that I loved, and they changed the direction they wanted to take the company. When that changed, I knew I had no choice. I had to open up a salon. I never wanted to be a business owner. But it wasn’t a plan, it was a necessity.”

Since then, Sisu has been named one of Elle Magazine’s top 100 salons in the USA and has become a Lincoln salon known for pushing boundaries and staying on the cutting edge of hair design. Even the name, “Sisu,” is the Finnish word for “resilience.”

“Education is the core of what I do,” Evans said. “I feel like it’s so important to stay up on the trends and to stay up-to-date with techniques. Also, I just like to teach other people and share that, so we do a lot of mentoring and training when stylists come into the salon.”

Besides in-house education at Sisu, all of Sisu’s stylists went to America’s Beauty Show (ABT) in Chicago this year, and travel to New York City every year for education at the TIGI Academy.

“It’s a little obsessive,” Evans said. “We’re pretty big nerds about hair.”

When the opportunity opened up to relocate Sisu to the Haymarket this year, Evans knew it was time to move the business.

“I mean, the community, the art, the culture—it’s just my favorite part of the city,” she said. “I’ve always wanted to bring us here.”

With only two months to move the salon across town while juggling a long list of clients Sisu had already, Evans turned to local contractors, Lincoln home decor store Loft & Craft, and the Sisu stylists to get the downtown location staged and running smoothly.

“You have to build a team around you,” Evans said. “And there’s so much talent here locally.”

With only four chairs and five stylists at Sisu, the new Haymarket salon space is always busy—but Evans describes it as “quality over quantity.”

“I really wanted to work with like-minded people,” she said.

“Everyone is about education and technique. I think that our quality standards just really set us apart.

I don’t do a lot of recruiting for stylists—the ones that stick come to us because they’re attracted to what we do here.

Founded in 1967, the Downtown Lincoln Association provides services and champions initiatives for maintaining and enhancing our vibrant downtown. Our vision is to create an energetic downtown environment where we live, learn, work, invest and play. DLA has evolved into a multi-faceted organization supporting a wide range of programs and activities including maintenance, economic development and advocacy. For a complete listing of downtown businesses, events and residences visit downtownlincoln.org. ‘Like’ us on Facebook at facebook.com/downtownlincoln.

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Pet Care TIPS FOR NEW PET OWNERS

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Are you the proud new owner of a pet? For those of you who grew up with dogs in your life, it might be hard to imagine life without one by our sides; but for someone deciding to get their very first dog, there can be quite a learning curve. Luckily, there are some pretty great resources for new dog owners and veteran dog owners alike, right here in Lincoln. You may be surprised by all the things there are to consider. Our local experts delivered some great tips that you won’t want to miss!

“Bringing a new dog into your house is a joyous occasion,” notes Dian Quist with KENL INN. “And you can keep it that way by starting right away with the rules of the house. Where will your new dog sleep and eat? Is it okay for the new dog to get on the furniture? Get your dog on a schedule for potty breaks, feeding, and exercise. It seems obvious to us humans, but not to a dog. Very few dogs tell you when they have to eliminate, so you can help them learn by being observant and getting them out after eating, waking up, or if they have been playing too long.

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Patience is key when it comes to housebreaking because every pup will pick up the process at his or her own pace, and unless a dog is taught where to eliminate, he’ll look for any spot that’s convenient and safe—which often ends up being the carpet! Dogs aren’t born with the moral reasoning to understand that going to the bathroom inside the house is wrong, so keep that in mind when you start getting frustrated.”

Dian continues to say, “If you spend more time rewarding your dog for the good things, rather than punishing for the bad your dog will quickly learn these human rules. Dogs do what they are hardwired/bred to do! Most dog behavior is simply not acceptable to us humans—digging, jumping, barking, chewing, running away. It’s up to the pet owner to show them what they could be doing for fun instead.

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Always remember that reinforcement builds behavior. If your dog is doing something wrong, show them an alternative. Digging in the yard; play fetch instead. Jumping up; learn to sit and get a reward when meeting people. Barking; teach a trick. Chewing; learn to catch treats. Running away; teach your dog that coming to you is best. These are just some examples of how to redirect your dog’s unwanted behavior into something that you can accept.”

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basic training tips should be tackled right out of the gate. Good training is essential to provide for the safety and happiness of your dog. Proper training strengthens the bond between you and your dog. Every dog is different, some are laid back, some are hyperactive, and some are shy and need more self-confidence, and no one training technique will work on every dog.

At KENL INN, the “Personal Trainer” program is structured training using a combination of gentle, effective, humane, consistent, and safe methods. It is never too late to have your dog trained! It may take longer to train your adult dog because of the time needed to spend re-training the undesirable behaviors.

Ask about KENL INN’s K-9 Club Membership ($170 per year entitles you to half-price classes and more). Dian is the manager of dog training and has over 35 years of experience training people to train their dogs.

In addition to training consideration, there is also the question of what a pet owner should do with their pets while they are at work-especially if there is no one else at the house to take of them.

“Taking your dog to ‘doggy daycare’ has become the norm for many pet parents,” Dian points out. “Working all day and worrying about your dog at home can be distracting and stressful.

Doggy daycare can provide a physical and mental outlet for your dog. When choosing a doggy daycare, you will want to tour the facility and ask many questions. Definitely look for cleanliness and security. Also, ask about the following: What kinds of activities are offered? Can you bring your dog’s food? Is the provider insured?

What happens when there is an accident (these are dogs after all, and they play with their paws, mouth, toenails, and teeth)?

Do the hours of the facility coordinate with your work schedule?”

KENL INN opened their doors in 1988 and has been celebrating 30 years of providing the finest in temporary quarters, daycare, grooming, and training to pet owners in the Lincoln area. They are proud of their facility, staff, and reputation. KENL INN remains a leader in the industry by staying current with trends and encouraging educational opportunities for their staff so that your pet receives the best care. They have cared for just about every small animal that is considered a pet! They offer many activities for dogs, including group play with other dogs, individual play with a Pet Care Attendant, nature hikes, and training. Cats and other small animals can receive individual play, as well. KENL INN’s salon accepts both dogs and cats and is staffed with a Certified Master Groomer. Many of their stylists have over 10 years experience.

The Training Department offers group classes, individual trainers, in-home training, and board and train options. These services will give guidance and comfort to any new pet owner.

Also, note that KENL INN’s training area (“the gym”) is also used for private rentals for dog parties or to train in a comfortable, climate controlled environment when the weather is extreme.

Another option in Lincoln for doggie daycare, and even overnight boarding is WOOF!. According to Garrett Brehm with WOOF! Dog Care Center, the first month with your newly adopted dog is the most crucial. “The experiences you give your new dog during his or her first few weeks at home will play a big impact on their future, and yours. The practices and expectations established within that first month have a long-lasting effect on the behavior throughout your pet’s life.

Garrett Brehm Make sure that you have time to invest in WOOF! Dog Care Center an intensive socialization program during his early weeks with you. Socialization describes the process by which your dog learns to relate to people, other dogs, and his environment. This is where doggy daycare comes in. When your #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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furry family members come to WOOF! Dog Care Center for doggie daycare, they’ll get to explore over 10,000 square feet of the playground area. They’ll get to participate in off-leash, group play with other dogs of similar size, personality, and demeanor. Doggie daycare at WOOF! includes toys to chase and chew, playground equipment to romp and roll, and an exciting environment to ensure your best bud has a tail-wagging’ good time!

During your furry friend’s first day at WOOF!, he or she will spend the morning session playing one-on-one with a staff member’s dog.

At this time, a member of our Dog Care Associate team will assess the type of play, demeanor, personality, and other traits and characteristics. After the morning session, we’ll slowly introduce in new playmates and play pals of similar size, personality, and demeanor! This process is unique to WOOF!, and we adjust it to accommodate all types of special needs. We believe our assessment-based approach helps to acclimate all dogs to doggie daycare and ensures a happy, healthy, comfortable daycare experience!”

Non-Profit Spotlight: Domesti-PUPS Domesti-PUPS is a 501c3 non-profit organization based in Lincoln, providing therapy dogs, service dogs for persons with disabilities, and trained rescue dogs. They offer beginner and intermediate training for dogs. There is no “one and done” type of training class if you’re training your dog right. Dog training is an ongoing process, and this class will keep you and your dog on the right path with continued success. In this class, your dog will also be socialized with other dogs, and learn new basic obedience techniques or strengthen existing commands.

For people who are interested in becoming a puppy raiser but aren’t able to make a long-term commitment to adopting a pet, Domesti-PUPS has a Raising-PUPS program, which consists of volunteers (and their family members) who serve as foster families for a puppy for the first 12-18 months of a pup’s life. The volunteers teach the dog basic obedience commands, socialization, attend pet therapy classes, and introduce the dog into the community through visitations to restaurants, grocery stores, movie theaters, public events, etc. Learn more about Domesti-PUPS and additional programs they offer at www.domesti-pups.org or call (402) 465-4201.

There’s a lot to love about bringing a puppy home, and there’s a lot to learn too. Make sure you do your research.

We covered some main tips, but there are many more things to consider. Talk to your local experts so that your new furry friend can live his or her best life!

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RESTAURANT EXPOSÉ

A Truly Memorable Dining Experience Koen Japanese BBQ & Sushi is one of the newest and hottest dining venues in the Lincoln scene. Not only are they new, but they’ve officially claimed the exclusive title as the only restaurant in town where you can enjoy Japanese BBQ flavors in such an authentic fashion.

Our group noted multiple times throughout our first visit that we weren’t just getting a meal at Koen, but an experience in itself. Koen reiterates what it means to share a meal and bring people together. “Koen” in Japanese means “a gathering place,” and that is exactly what it is. The atmosphere of the restaurant was upscale, yet there were many families of all ages dining together. There is no wonder why Koen believes so strongly in the saying: “The family is one of nature’s masterpieces.” The whole design of the restaurant seemed to be the perfect balance of function and style. Tables have the ability to be divided into two sections to accommodate small groups, or kept open to accommodate larger ones. Though our group visited during dinner time, we noticed that there were lots of windows to provide natural lighting in the day, making Koen a perfect location for all types of occasions throughout the day.

The menu lists a wide variety of sushi, BBQ, and Sashimi options. There was not a single disappointment throughout the evening—every dish we were brought was over-the-top delicious. We started the night with multiple Asian-inspired signature cocktails, including the Japanese Green Slipper and the Koen Mai Tai. Very tasty! Following the beverages, we headed into our starter course, which was Miso soup. This is a simple dish of soybean paste broth, diced tofu, and seaweed flakes. After the starter, we dove into the sushi.

Our first dish was the Heaven & Earth roll, a specialty roll that is almost too pretty to eat! The flavors were complex, consisting of salmon tempura, avocado, scallops, and a variety of seasonings to taste. The entire plate was an artistic display including (edible) gold leaf flakes, which our group was really impressed with.

Amongst multiple other delectable sushi rolls, another menu item that stood out, for both it’s presentation and it’s taste, was the Flaming Tiger. This roll arrives in a swan-shaped foil wrapping and is lit with a torch to give the roll its smoky and unforgettable taste. The roll was based with shrimp tempura, cream cheese, spicy crab, and topped with avocado and siracha. Between our courses, we were brought the Koen salad, which was a spring mix with sesame ginger dressing and a variety of salad fixings. This is a great option for vegetarians who visit Koen, along with a variety of vegetable-based sushi rolls they offer.

The BBQ portion of our meal presented an entirely new experience, as we were invited into the cooking process ourselves. As each table is equipped with self-serve stoves, a variety of high quality pre-marinated cuts of protein were brought to our table; plated and ready to grill to our liking. A grill guide is provided at each grill with recommendations for how long to cook the meat depending on your preference. Speciallydesigned ventilation systems are in place at the restaurant to pull smoke out of the building, so you can relax in a clean atmosphere. During our dining adventure, we enjoyed all sorts of meats—from beef and lamb chops, to duck breast! Each one made our mouths water, but the one that really hit the spot was the wagyu beef, which can be identified by its marbling. Our group also had to fight over the last few cuts of filet mignon due to its tenderness and heavenly flavor.

To wrap up the delicious evening, our group was graced with two different items from the dessert menu.

You can believe us when we say that the banana fritter and tempura ice cream will not disappoint your sweet tooth cravings.

We would like to extend a huge thank you to Owner Brian Choi, General Manager Inez Retnosari, Chef Felix, and the whole Koen staff for providing us with such a remarkable dining experience and unparalleled service at their facility.

Koen Japanese BBQ & Sushi invites you to partake in their daily happy hour specials, or order their freshlymade sushi for dine in or carry out. Online ordering is also available for your convenience. We would definitely recommend Koen for any date night, or celebration with friends and family. Restaurant hours are 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. every day, and dinner hours are Sunday–Thursday, 4–9:30 p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, 4–10:30 p.m. Follow Koen on Facebook (@koenlincoln) and Instagram (@koenjapanesebbqandsushi) to keep up with what’s new in the world of local Japanese cuisine options.

Stop in today! 2601 Jamie Ln., Lincoln | KoenLincoln.com | (402) 480-6116

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New Year’s Resolutions New Year’s resolutions are great because they encourage people to set goals for themselves, but they are also dangerous because they set a lot of people up to be discouraged when they don’t hit their goal as successfully as they wanted. Setting a New Year’s resolution only works if you are willing to be patient with yourself and the process. There are a variety of directions you can go with your personal goal for 2019.

If you haven’t pinpointed what yours is yet, here are a few ideas.

FEEL GOOD, LOOK GOOD A popular resolution is weight loss, but it should be about more than that. It’s about feeling good and being healthy, not just looking good. “Not every person loses weight at the same rate,” Nancy Hopkins with Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers reminds us. “That’s why Physicians WEIGHT LOSS Centers (PWLC) in Lincoln has developed distinct and effective weight loss systems to meet different lifestyle needs.

One approach we take with our clients is medically supervised weight loss. Through Nancy Hopkins any of their six specially designed weight Physicians WEIGHT loss and nutrition systems, you’ll start losing LOSS Centers pounds and inches right away. Each diet is nutritionally designed by PWLC’s licensed dietitian to help you get the proper amount of protein, carbohydrates, fat, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals that your body needs specific to each diet system.

Another approach is LipoGenics, which is a revolutionary new method for eliminating unwanted fat stores from the body. Ideally, the human body would metabolize the majority of the calories it consumes throughout the day, storing a minimal amount of fat for times of scarcity. Unfortunately, our modern lifestyles have become more sedentary, which means many of us consume more calories than we need. This results in excess, and undesirable fat stores. LipoGenics is a completely noninvasive, pain-free method for stimulating the body’s metabolic process.”

At PWLC, time is taken to teach good eating habits that will last a lifetime. Clients learn how to make wise nutritional choices that will help make an easy transition from the weight loss program into everyday eating in order to help keep off excess pounds and inches.

Another healthy practice to adopt this year is seeing a chiropractor; but not just any chiropractor, one that is using an up-to-date, functional, scientific, neurologically-based model of chiropractic technique, such as Drs. Ashley and Troy Hayes at Express Life Chiropractic. They are utilizing state-of-the-art technology on their patients to assess the nervous system to see the underlying issues and track objectively to make sure that things are always improving.

Express Life Chiropractic will address your health at its core: the nervous system. Literally every body part is controlled by the brain, spinal cord, and nerves; therefore, directly affecting the nervous system helps to find the root cause of health concerns and find relief.

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JOIN A GYM If you’ve tried and failed all the weight loss gimmicks, fad diets, and pills out there, and are looking for a better way to lose weight and get the body you’ve always wanted in 2019, then Capital City Fitness & Performance could be your answer! They are the only Training for Warriors (TFW) affiliate in Lincoln. What separates the TFW system from other training programs is its culture. Although TFW encompasses signature warm-ups, speed training, strength training, endurance training, flexibility work, and nutrition, the most important component of the system is its motivational approach and family environment. With Capital City, you will be challenged to “bring out the warrior within” this year.

If you’re someone who has a busy schedule and doesn’t have a lot of time to dedicate to exercising, a gym like 9Round Fitness might be the best fit.

“You’ve probably heard that it’s recommended to do at least 30 minutes for physical activity every day,” comments Trevor Vettel with 9Round Fitness at the north Lincoln location off of 84th and Adams. “Well, that is exactly what our fitness regime is all about at 9Round.

We facilitate a fun 30-minute, full-body kickboxing-themed workout. We also always have a trainer on the floor to direct you through the workout so there is no guesswork, and we offer nutritional guidance to create a more balanced healthy lifestyle.

Trevor Vettel A lot of the time the hardest thing to do is walk 9Round Fitness through the door of 9Round, or any gym for that matter. Getting through the door and meeting with a trainer is the first step, which is the most important step to starting a healthy lifestyle and making 2019 the year you become the best version of yourself!”

Another gym option is Right Foot Forward Fitness, Lincoln’s premiere boot camp, small group, and personal training practice focused on helping you get fit and lose weight. “We don’t just focus on cardio because

we know you want to tone up,” explains Jeff Madsen with Right Foot Forward Fitness.

“Similarly, we don’t focus on just weights because we know you don’t want to get bulky.

Instead, we marry the two into a 60% cardio, 40% strength split. This allows us to help you lose weight and tone up. Not only that, the workout structure changes every workout from kettlebell training to circuit training to HIIT to Tabata. This is exactly the change that keeps people excited to come back every day!

Of course, while getting in shape through Jeff Madsen routine exercise is a common goal, it can Right Foot Forward Fitness be a daunting one. Finding motivation can be difficult, and even harder to maintain.

Luckily, Ann Ringlein with Lincoln Running Company shared some exciting news to help with this.

The Lincoln Running Co., along with their LRCN Racing Team and Brooks Running, have announced the Lincoln, Launch Your Toughness challenge, with the participant goal of running or walking at least one mile outside every day. Lincoln Running Co. will have running buddies available every Wednesday at 6 Ann Ringlein p.m. Meet up with other runners at Lincoln Lincoln Running Company Running Company and take on this challenge together. Participants will be entered into drawing for prize packages that will be raffled off each Monday this month. Friday, February 1 will be the last drawing.

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COMPLETE A HOME PROJECT Is there a project around the house you’ve been meaning to tackle? Mary McCombs with Essentials offers the following advice: “Something that many people tend to overlook is preventive maintenance of their homes. You might have promised to lose weight, quit smoking, or travel to new places, but what about your home—the place where you spend most of your time? From its attics to its crawl spaces, your home is under constant attack from the stress of daily life. A little preventative maintenance goes a long way Mary McCombs in home repairs; what would seem like a Essentials minor problem can quickly grow into a timeconsuming nightmare for a homeowner. This year, make the decision to never worry about your home again! Let Essentials take care of your home so you can meet your other New Year’s resolutions of spending time with the family, reducing stress, and traveling to new places.”

In terms of organization, if you have a lot of clutter in your house or garage, consider making is your resolution to sort through it all and get everything organized. Being clean and maximizing your space is attainable…especially with Levrack!

“We love organization,” says Ryan Stauffer with Levrack. “Unfortunately, the average American garage has become a collectall for all of the stuff that doesn’t fit inside the house. That’s where Levrack comes in.

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Levrack GET FINANCIALLY SECURE Bethany Arnold with Edward Jones shared advice on some financial New Year’s resolutions that will help you become a better investor in 2019 and beyond: Boost contributions to your employersponsored retirement plan Contribution limits will be increasing for many employersponsored retirement plans. For 2019, you can contribute up to $19,000 if you’re 50 or older to your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored retirement plan. It’s usually a good idea to Bethany Arnold contribute as much as you can afford to your Edward Jones employer’s plan, as your contributions may lower your taxable income, while any earnings growth is tax-deferred.

Try to “max out” on your IRA. Even if you have a 401(k) or similar plan, you can probably still invest in an IRA. For 2019, you can put in up to $6,000 in a traditional or Roth IRA if you’re 50 or older.

Build an emergency fund. Try to build an emergency fund containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, with the money held in a low-risk, liquid account. This fund can help you avoid dipping in to your long-term investments to pay for unexpected costs, such as a major car repair.

Control your debts. Do what you can to keep your debts under control.

Ultimately, the less you have to spend on debt payments, the more you can invest for your future.

No matter what your resolutions are for this year, don’t give up! Even if you fail here and there, keep going. There are plenty of experts in the Lincoln community that can help you get from where you’re at now to where you want to be. Reaching your goals will take perseverance, but the results will be well worth the time and effort. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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BUSINESS PLANNING With the arrival of the new year, we asked local businesses what their goals are for 2019 and how they plan to go about establishing and reaching those goals. While business planning isn’t just something that you do in the final months of the year or into the beginning of the next, as it’s an ongoing process, it is a common time to take stock of what you accomplished in the last year and use that information to determine a game plan for the next.

If you are a business owner or a professional who is responsible for all aspects of an organization’s operations, you likely already understand that planning is critical to the continued success of your business. However, with so many different areas to concentrate on, you’ll have to rank your priorities.

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“First and foremost, the most important thing is to actually have a systematic process for planning ahead and setting goals for the upcoming year,” notes Austin Zimmerman with SP Group, P.C. “Taking a step back from the dayto-day operation of the business to evaluate your strengths and improvement opportunities can be extremely valuable.

Take the opportunity to seek input from people both inside and outside your organization to get a full view of what may lie ahead.

Second, once you have developed your organizational goals for 2019, communicate them throughout your organization and implement steps to actually achieve those goals. Often times, decision-makers go through the timeconsuming process of planning and setting goals, only to revert back to business as usual shortly thereafter. View this process as an opportunity to get better and strengthen your team, versus just another task to cross off the list.

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Finally, once your goals are set and an improvement plan is in place, get in touch with your network of advisors, such as your accounting firm, legal counsel, and financial professional and let them know what your goals are. That way, they can best consider your needs when providing you with guidance.”

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very easy to think in terms of what might save you money today, but that is not always the best long-term solution. Communicate with your network of advisors and consider all factors, such as market volatility, cash flows, seasonality of your business, etc. when determining your plan. The ideal plan would find the right balance between minimizing tax liability and maximizing protection from market risks.

At SP Group, we strive to be more than just a tax return preparer.

Taking the time to learn a business’ goals and developing a plan to reach those goals is absolutely vital to a healthy accountantclient relationship. We believe that it is best to communicate with the client early and often during the planning process, and to determine the best course of action for the months ahead that will create the most value over the long-term.”

It’s also important to keep up with the current trends in the business world; things are constantly changing that will effect a business plan. Right now, the hot-button issue on the mind of every business owner is how will the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (passed December 2017) impact my business this year and going forward?

As Austin states, unfortunately there isn’t necessarily a onesize-fits-all answer. However, the good news is that the picture is becoming much clearer as lawmaking bodies work to clarify various provisions in the law. Reach out to a trusted tax professional, and ask them to explain the changes that could have an impact on your business or industry. As always, it is better to have that conversation sooner rather than later, so that you can be equipped with the necessary knowledge when determining the best plan for your business as we move ahead to 2019. Meeting with a trusted advisor to start this new year may be more important than ever.

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“With accounts receivable and collections, in particular, it takes time, effort, and consistency to get the best results,” says Aaron.

“Then there are the complexities involved with the legal aspects of collections to take into consideration. By partnering with AR Solutions, you’ll be assured that you’re protected legally, that your reputation is being upheld by our representatives, and that we’re working hard to collect on your past-due accounts.

The collection industry has changed immensely in the last 10 years and AR Solutions understands, as you do, that it’s time for a new approach—one with real answers and real results.”

One thing we made a point to ask the experts is if they could identify if there is anything that businesses commonly overlook in planning for the coming year, or if there are any other mistakes they’d advise against.

“Based on my industry knowledge and experience, business owners commonly overlook taxes and regulatory fees for expansion.” Confirms Jethro Hopkins with No Coast Business Advisors. “I also see businesses underestimate their marketing budget for the year. Along with talking to a financial advisor, business owners need to meet with trusted marketing consultants to get an idea of how much advertising/promotion will cost to reach the marketing goals they have in mind.

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If you are not a business owner but your goal is to become one this year, or perhaps you are just looking to expand your current business, No Coast Business Advisors is a great resource. As a respected brokerage firm here in Nebraska, No Coast can assist buyers and businesses in finding and acquiring financing through their network of professional lenders. They can also get the businesses they put up for sale SBA pre-qualified by other SBA-preferred lenders in the network. Pre-qualified means that an SBA-backed lender believes that it would consider providing a business acquisition loan to a qualified buyer.

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Similarly, Aaron Newell with AR Solutions advises to closely analyze the previous year—you can learn very valuable lessons that can be applied to the coming year. Take an honest look at your strengths and weaknesses. That will help you determine what you can do to be more efficient and where you should be spending your time and effort versus what would be best to put in the capable hands of a professional. First off, by freeing up your time to engage Aaron Newell in activities that are generating revenue AR Solutions for your business, there will be more of it. Secondly, by investing in the services of the professionals who are focused on doing what they do best, you’ll benefit from better results.

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They are one out of only a couple agencies in the state to be members of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and M&A Source. The purpose of being a part of both communities of business specialists is so Jethro and his partner Jeff Dousharm can be the most educated for their clients’ sake, being knowledgeable of best business practices for a wide range of capital.

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now,” addresses Jethro. “This alone will play a major role in the business’s value when it comes time to sell. It’s important to track all transactions, especially purchases, as a part of the profit and loss statements. Having a legitimate paper trail for all of the business’s finances can actually increase the value of the business because you have quantifiable proof to show potential buyers.

Moreover, it is wise to begin paying yourself as an employee as opposed to taking your cut of the business’s profit.”

Another resource to reference in terms of business planning is No Coast Business Advisors’ new book, Exit Lever: How Smart Business Owners & Buyers Avoid The 10 Mistakes That Ruin the Sales of Businesses. Just released in December of 2018, this book offers great insight for anyone who is planning to sell a business, buy a business, or just want to get things right to increase the value of their business. Authors Jeff Dousharm and Jethro Hopkins published Exit Lever to help save more people from mistakes that are wasting both time and money. This book is available on Amazon.com.

For those who are planning on starting a business, or are already in the process, finding the right property at which to conduct operations is an essential part of the equation. Contact an agent if you are looking for commercial space for the first time. In most cases, the potential tenant or buyer is not responsible for the payment of the agent. Contracting an agent allows you to have a knowledgeable individual who has experience in the field to help you find the perfect property and negotiate terms that work for you.

For example, most individuals who are leasing commercial property for the first time find triple net leases a little confusing; just imagine you are separating the rent from the other costs associated with leasing a space, such as taxes, insurance, common area maintenance, etc. Greenleaf Properties can help new businesses understand and acquire their space needs. Every business has different goals and we can find the space that puts them in the very best position to accomplish them. The many longterm relationships that Greenleaf’s professionals have maintained are the direct result of being in the Lincoln real estate market for decades.

Circling back to strategic planning as a whole, Andrew Storz with Virtual C notes that in order to stay competitive in the current environment, it’s important to consistently be reflecting on how your organization can improve upon its strategy, culture, and execution.

“Far too often, we’re overestimating how far out we can reasonably plan and strategize.” States Andrew. “When I used to run the budget process for Andrew Storz a company, we would begin work in Virtual C October determining in great detail what our business would like through the end of the next year, which is not uncommon for many businesses. By next December, 15 months later, that same budget and the goals we set could not have been more irrelevant to how our organization operated. Information stagnates faster than ever and we have to be mindful of that when we create our strategic and tactical visions.

It›s also important to understand that when change is needed, your business will need to have the ability to respond and adapt.

A topic that comes to mind in terms of change, especially in regards to how impactful it is on businesses in today’s day and age, is technology.

“We live in an amazing time when technology allows us to communicate and share information in ways not possible just a few years ago,” comments Andrew. “Technology and business today moves at a much faster rate than any time before. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

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Failing to accept and embrace change can be a deadly choice for an organization. Make it your goal for 2019 to educate yourself on emerging technology trends to keep your business competitive.

Of course, understanding all there is to know about technology and the digital world is quite an undertaking—most business owners and working folks don’t have the time or the means to do this without assistance. We identified this gap in the business world wherein companies have nowhere to turn to gain trusted advice on technology. This is why we created Virtual C. Our goal is to deliver trusted advice by not reselling software or other services. We want to empower your company this year! Get in touch with us here at Virtual C, or stop by our Collaboration Center and hang out for a while so we get can to know you and your business!”

The Virtual C Collaboration Center (1701 Windhoek Dr.) is the area›s premier location for training, conferences, strategy sessions and other professional events. Virtual C offers executive consulting services and works with businesses to facilitate agile transformation. Co-founder Adam Walter works with companies to offer up agile CIO strategy and interim management services. Chief agile officer Andrew Storz is an expert in lean, agile cultural transformation; breaking down company silos. Their services allow you the benefits of a fulltime chief information officer (CIO) without having to pay for a full-time CIO. The Virtual C team ensures visibility involving technology needs that will give you a competitive edge in the marketplace.

Since technology is advancing at such a rapid rate, even if you think you have everything in place, take a second look periodically just in case. The beginning of the year is the perfect time to evaluate anything that might need to be upgraded. If your business does identify the need for an updated computer system, get in touch with EXTREME PCs. With over 30 years of experience and locally owned, EXTREME PCs custom builds desktop computers and laptops for every need. As an Intel Platinum Partner and a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, the industry recognizes the intense amount of quality attached with EXTREME PCs’ computers. All PCs sold at EXTREME PCs, located at 1801 Pine Lake Rd., come with a legendary Lifetime Service Guarantee.

For anything tech-related, if it’s not your specific area of expertise, seek the guidance and help of a professional! Again, diverting your attention from activities that are generating revenue and helping you to grow your business to try and fix an issue that could potentially take a lot of time, skill, and specific knowledge to troubleshoot successfully is the last thing you should be doing if at all possible. That being said, the needs of businesses do vary quite a bit when it comes to IT support, so it’s wise to plan accordingly.

“Look at the IT services you are paying for currently and determine if they’re really needed,” advises Dar r en Lichty with Panology Tech Solutions.

“Moreover, is the amount you’re paying actually fair for the value you are getting (or not getting)? We bring value to SMBs by tailoring services to their specific needs now with the scalability to adapt as the business grows. This allows our clients to manage costs without sacrificing what they need to have in Darren Lichty place to operate efficiently.

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time to devote to that when you’re busy with everything else, which is why you hired someone in the first place. Are you planning to add employees in the coming year? We enjoy sitting down with our clients and examining their onboarding processes. By streamlining and automating these processes, we can get new employees up and productive quicker.”

Darren also notes, “When planning for your future investment in technology, keep in mind that cloud-based offerings continue to grow each year. The pay-as-you-go model and low maintenance overhead make these offerings especially powerful for small businesses. If you were planning to replace or upgrade an aging server in the next year, I highly recommend we look at some cloud-based options instead. Many small businesses also forget to budget for replacing aging computers. Instead of waiting for them to break down, plan to replace your computers every five years. If your business does heavy computing tasks (pictures, video, big data, etc.) you may want to consider accelerating this schedule to every three years. By planning for routine replacement, you can avoid the surprise expense.”

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“All businesses handle money, no matter how big or small,” Joan Kurtenbach with Heartland Payment Solutions points out. “Any company with employees has some kind of payroll system in place. As you plan for your business, ask yourself if your current system is working and if you feel confident in its security.

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Our superior technology allows your payroll data to be securely accessed by providers of banking services, benefit programs or insurance providers for a variety of payrollrelated services. Nothing is more important to us than your business, and we pledge to earn it every day.”

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We wish you and your business team the best as you set goals and plan for the year. It’s a fun, exciting time!

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Supporting Non-Profits Our Strictly Business team would like to take this opportunity to strongly encourage our readers to be conscious consumers, as we feel that it is incredibly important to support local businesses that support the local community. As businesspeople, while working hard towards our own goals, we also know that we play an important part in making our community a better place. We are invested in those efforts because it allows us to build our businesses, as well as raise our families, cultivate friendships, and lead happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. Supporting our local non-profit organizations is something that we can all do to give back individually, and to truly make a difference collectively.

As individuals, whether you offer your time, talents, or prefer to donate money or items to the cause, there’s always a need that can be met with whatever you have to give. Businesses also have the opportunity to encourage their employees to get involved, which unites everyone together for a worthy cause, which doubles as charity and team bonding. Many companies incentivize employees to volunteer, participate in fundraising and awareness events, or volunteer together as a group; there are plenty of ways to get involved that can be tailored to fit the needs and goals of your organization. Likewise, as we always encourage consumers to be conscious of their purchasing decisions, staying informed and supporting the businesses that make an effort to support non-profits in the community is something we can all do. Leveraging resources to further reinforce those actions has a ripple effect, as does setting an example, spreading your passion for a cause, and getting others involved.

By contributing to a cause that truly helps others, and mobilizing efforts within your organization, you’ll find a feeling of satisfaction that’s rewarding beyond measure. Unfortunately, it’s just not feasible to contribute to every charity, so you will likely be pulled in many directions when it comes to choosing which ones you want to support. As the goal is to donate money, volunteer, and invest your resources in the areas where they’ll do the most good, there’s more to it than simply selecting a cause you feel strongly about and writing a check. Sadly, we’ve all seen the headlines about non-profits that have misused or misrepresented the funds they’ve been given. This ties up resources that could be put to better use by one of the many wonderful charitable organizations in the area that are making a sizeable impact for the better, both right here in our community and globally. As such, by gaining a basic understanding of where resources are being allocated, you’ll easily be able to justify your contribution because it lines up with your beliefs and ethics. All non-profits are not created equal, so do your research! While raising awareness is incredibly important, actions often do speak louder than words. The work that each non-profit does, and in turn your contribution to their cause, should impact the community in a real and meaningful way. If this topic interests you, consider taking on an active role within an organization. Serve on the board or as a director, that way you can ensure funds and resources are being used correctly.

At Strictly Business, the focus of our work has always been supporting the growth and prosperity of our local business community.

That said, we feel strongly about supporting our local non-profit organizations too. The two really do go hand-in-hand. By shining a light on all of the different ones here in our community, it is our hope that we are encouraging our audience to get involved with the cause(s) they are passionate about supporting. So without further ado, we’ve highlighted some reputable local non-profit organizations that are doing amazing things in our area.

We have compiled a list of excellent non-profits, all of which need and welcome your support. We encourage you to get involved with one or more of these organizations!

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Nebraska Community Foundation unleashes abundant local assets, inspires charitable giving, and connects ambitious people to build stronger communities and a Greater Nebraska.

Headquartered in Lincoln, the Foundation serves communities, donors, and organizations by providing financial management, strategic development, education, and training to a statewide network of 1,500 volunteers serving 250 communities.

In the last five years, 41,776 contributions have been made to Nebraska Community Foundation and its affiliated funds. Since 1993, Nebraska Community Foundation has reinvested $323 million in Nebraska’s people and places.

For information, visit NebraskaHometown.org.

Angels Among Us provides financial assistance to families whose children are battling pediatric cancer. Any family living in or being treated in Nebraska is eligible to apply.

Once approved, families are provided with $500 a month for 18 months to help them stay financially stable during treatment. Funds are paid directly to the creditor, which ensures that funds are used for their intended purpose.

When a child is diagnosed with cancer, a family’s life as they know it comes to an abrupt halt. Unfortunately, their monthly expenses do not. Since 2006, Angels Among Us has assisted nearly 400 families with $1.6 million in support.

Will you join us as we fight to keep families stable? Gifts of any amount are welcome and encouraged. There is strength in numbers.

There is also hope, help, and monetary relief.

For more information, contact Angels Among Us at (402) 934-0999 or visit our website at www.myangelsamongus.org.

Our mission is simple: For more than 60 years we have provided education and leadership to empower people to live safe and healthy. The Nebraska Safety Council’s comprehensive programs, training courses, events, and services are designed to improve employee care at a desk, on the production floor, behind the wheel, and off the job (www. nesafetycouncil.org). Our unique Worker 360° approach provides integrated risk management to improve overall worker quality of life and positively impact an organization’s bottom line.

Our members include organizations throughout Nebraska and surrounding areas, across a variety of industries. There is no onesize-fits-all option; each company’s safety and wellbeing program is customized for their needs and size.

Demonstrate your commitment to employee safety and health by becoming a member of the Nebraska Safety Council. You will receive access to training, guidance, and resources to establish or enhance your safety and wellness programs and policies.

Providing leadership and resources for a safe and healthy workplace and community, Nebraska Safety Council – (402) 483-2511 / nesafetycouncil.org.

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Help save lives. Donate blood.

“I’ve never been asked.”

That’s the number one reason why people don’t donate blood. Today, the Nebraska Community Blood Bank (NCBB. org) is asking you to donate blood to help save lives. Every 2 seconds someone needs blood. The rarest blood type is the one that’s not available when a patient is in need. That need is constant. Nebraska Community Blood Bank has been connecting people who need life-saving blood with generous volunteer donors for 50 years. We provide life-saving blood to healthcare facilities throughout southeast Nebraska. Be part of our life-saving mission by becoming a blood donor with Nebraska Community Blood Bank today.

Visit NCBB.org to learn more about hosting a blood drive or to sign up to donate blood at a donor center or blood drive near you. Connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, or Twitter (@NCBBLincoln).

HopeSpoke inspires h e a l t hy f u t u r e s fo r children and families through comprehensive behavioral and mental health ser vices. The struggle IS real. Mental health issues and trauma are hard for anyone to overcome, especially if you’re a kid. When things feel hopeless, HopeSpoke helps families find confidence.

HopeSpoke plays an invaluable role in providing children and families with the skills to feel empowered and be successful; helping them heal, be courageous, and find strength to live well.

With a long history and positive presence, HopeSpoke continues to reach out with expert care to make our community a better place— full of happy, hopeful, healthy families.

Last year we served 1,841 children, youth, and adults through a variety of programs and services. For more information about HopeSpoke’s programs or to make a donation, please go to www. hopespoke.org or call (402) 475-7666.

CEDARS has been a vital part of the community for over 70 years. What started as a grassroots effort to help kids in crisis has grown into a dynamic and dedicated team of over 200 professionals and a network of loving foster parents serving over 2,400 kids and families each year.

Thanks to community support, CEDARS is there for children and youth who are unable to live at home, for families in need of resources, support and education, and for youth involved in the juvenile justice system.

CEDARS is accredited through the Council on Accreditation and the National Association for the Education of Young Children, is a United Way partner, a four star charity with Charity Navigator, a top-rated charity with the American Institute of Philanthropy, and a Better Business Bureau Accredited Charity.

Today, CEDARS will serve nearly 800 children and youth.

To learn more call (402) 434-KIDS (5437) or visit www.cedarskids. org. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

Aiding Angels is a local, 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing FREE, professional housecleaning to the cancer heroes in our community during one of the most stressful times of their lives. A clean home and environment contributes to the welfare and recovery of patients.

Brenda Schwery, local business owner of Maid To Please, has provided free home cleaning services for years through another foundation where, unfortunately, women with cancer are the only recipients. In response to an overwhelming number of requests from not only women, but also men and children, Brenda founded Aiding Angels. Now, the void is filled and the much-needed help is extended to everyone going through cancer treatment or hospice due to cancer.

For more information on Aiding Angels, please visit www.aidingangels. com or contact Brenda at (402) 434-2472.

Since the early 1970s, Lincoln Medical Education Partnership (LMEP) has been a leader in healthcare education, patient care, and researc h through several programs. These include the training of Family Medicine resident physicians and delivery of quality patient care through Lincoln Family Medicine Program, access to integrative medicine through Lincoln Medical Acupuncture Clinic, cancer research through The Nebraska Cancer Research Center (NCRC), educating alcohol and drug counselors via Training for Addiction Professionals (TAP), providing substance abuse services and wraparound support for individuals and families in the Stepping Stones for Families Program, and training schools to identify and help children with behavioral and substance abuse issues through the School Community Intervention and Prevention (SCIP) program.

To learn more about Lincoln Medical Education Partnership, visit www.lmep.com.

Educare Lincoln’s mission is to establish a high quality, one-stop community learning center for at-risk children and families; implementing specialized learning environments, which develop children academically and socially, empowering them to become productive members of society through research and evidence-based practices.

Educare Lincoln is based on the developmental approach to early childhood education that places emphasis on learning skills, through play, that are geared to each child’s stage of readiness or development. Educare Lincoln is not only a place for children to learn and grow, but also a place for parents and families to grow and reach their full potential.

Not all children are lucky enough to have lives free of abuse or neglect. Some become involved in the juvenile court system through no fault of their own. Court Appointed Special Advocates or CASA for Lancaster County, a local not-for-profit organization, recruits, trains, and supports community volunteers who advocate on behalf of abused, neglected, truant, or ungovernable children in Juvenile Court. CASA volunteers gather information while getting to know the children and report their findings directly to the judge. They provide a voice for children in court, expedite permanency, and ensure that children have safe permanent homes.

To donate, volunteer, or for more information, please contact CASA for Lancaster County at (402) 474-5161 or www.casa4lancaster.org.

Working Together to Save Lives The American Cancer Society is a united force against all cancers. We fight for every life threatened by every cancer in every community.

We’re on a mission to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world against cancer.

From research to education, prevention to diagnosis, and treatment to recovery, we provide support to everyone impacted by cancer.

But we can’t do it alone. Volunteers are the heart and soul of our organization and critical to our success at every level. We offer a variety of ways to invest your time and talents. From donating your passenger seat to take people to and from their appointments, to event coordination, and to a variety of office tasks and assignments, we have a role for you.

We are a volunteer-driven organization. The more people who join in our mission, the more lives we can save. If you’re interested in volunteering with us or learning more about our volunteer opportunities, visit cancer.org/volunteer or call (800) 227-2345.

Incorporated in 2002, the Nonprofit Association of the Midlands (NAM) started with the goal of helping non-profits help their communities. CEO Anne Hindery has led the organization since 2008. “We serve and strengthen more than 550 non-profits of all sizes and missions in Nebraska and western Iowa. By connecting organizations with information, education, advocacy, and collaboration, we help our members representing health and human services, the arts, education, and other areas make an impact in the communities they serve,” Hindery said.

As a community leader in the city, Educare Lincoln works hard to close the achievement gap by providing high-quality early childhood education in our community for high-risk children and families. Educare Lincoln promotes community involvement through collaboration with other community-based programs.

NAM’s signature Guidelines and Principles Program provides legal compliance and best practices information in 12 major areas of nonprofit management: communication, evaluation, financial management, fundraising, governance, human resources, information technology, planning, public policy and advocacy, strategic alliances, transparency and accountability, and volunteer management.

Please contact Karla Bohl or Stacy Frank at (402) 458-3171 if you are interested in becoming a community partner or volunteer. For other information, please visit wp.lps.org/educarelincoln. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

The National Council of Non-profits, the nation’s largest network of non-profits, recognizes NAM as the state association for Nebraska.

Learn more about NAM at www.nonprofitam.org.

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T h e N eb ra s k a C h a p t e r o f Child Evangelism Fellowship (cefnebraska.org) is part of the world’s largest and oldest c h i l d r e n ’ s yo u t h m i n i s t r y.

Established in 1937, the global ministry has reached over 250 million children with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We are unique that we focus specifically on elementary children ages 5-12. Our Good News Clubs (GNC) are after school clubs during the school year. During the summer our 5 Day Clubs go where the children are in the neighborhoods, homes and parks. We bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the children for an opportunity in which to make a life changing decision for Christ in a safe and loving environment. If you would like to know more please contact Matt Anderson at matta@ cefnebraska.org or call (402) 484-7877. CEF is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization ministry.

The Set Me Free Project is a nonprofit organization whose focus is to combat sex trafficking. Our mission is to bring prevention education to youth and families to stop trafficking before it starts.

Our curricula packages are informative, interactive, and flexible – reaching students from 3rd–12th grades, educators, parents, industry-specific professionals, and community members.

The Set Me Free Project is unique, because we not only bring awareness, we bring education. Our educators empower each audience member to protect themselves and others from traffickers.

We show students how and why they are at risk, and we teach them ways to protect themselves. We teach the adults involved in the lives of youth to better guide and protect them. Every presentation we give is based on the foundation of each individual’s intrinsic value and worth.

The American Heart Association is devoted to saving people from two of our nation’s top killers, heart disease (No. 1) and stroke (No. 5).

Powered by millions of volunteers nationwide, the Association’s goal is to improve the cardiovascular health of Americans by 20 percent by 2020 while reducing deaths from heart disease and stroke by 20 percent. Currently, one person dies every 40 seconds from heart disease and stroke. Through events right here in Lincoln like the Heart Walk, Go Red for Women, and Heart Ball, that startling statistic can change.

For more information, visit www.heart.org/lincoln.

We are Lincoln’s foundation.

Lincoln Community Foundation (www. lcf.org) works with donors who all share a fondness for this community and want it to be successful forever. The mission of LCF is to provide leadership and resources to help build a great city. Our role is to help donors accomplish their philanthropic goals, support nonprofit organizations that improve our quality of life, and foster community collaboration to address challenges and opportunities.

Since 1955, LCF has been privileged to be part of many wonderful legacies by matching community needs with the passions of our donors. We serve as a faithful steward for many types of philanthropic gifts and help donors create lasting legacies of giving.

With gifts of all sizes from thousands of donors over the years, the assets of LCF have grown to more than $135 million.

Find out more online at www.lcf.org or by calling (402) 474-2345.

Together, with our collaborators and supporters, we stop human trafficking before it starts.

Camp Sonshine Offers Summer Camp Programs & Facility Rentals

Heartland Cancer Foundation is a non-profit organization created with one belief: People with cancer should not fall behind because they struggle to afford their expenses. Our purpose is to encourage cancer patients, help them overcome financial burdens, and give them compassion so they can thrive.

Many people who come to us can’t get to their cancer treatment appointments because they have no way to buy gas. Many people can’t buy the medications and supplies they need to ease side effects.

Some lose their cars, some lose their jobs. And some lose their homes.

This is what motivates us to make an impact. Heartland Cancer Foundation provides compassionate assistance so patients can heal with confidence, and get back to living a bright future. Support us in 2019 with a corporate sponsorship or through committed monthly giving. More information is available at HeartlandCancerFoundation. org, or contact Heidi Moyer at heidimoyerhcf@gmail.com or (402) 261-9974.

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Camp Sonshine is a non-profit, faithbased summer camp and conference center with two locations - Camp Sonshine located just minutes south of Lincoln, Neb., and Camp Solaris located near Firth, Neb. It’s summer camp programs strive to provide a unique environment for families to experience the love of God through innovative programs, fun activities, and genuine relationships with committed and loving, Christian role models. Since it’s first year in 2007 with 98 campers, its summer day and overnight camp programs have grown to serve over 2,300 campers during the summer.

Camp Sonshine’s programs don’t stop at the end of summer. Over 3,000 users visit Camp Sonshine two locations to rent facilities for group gatherings, team building activities, youth retreats and other events. In addition, Camp Solaris is the home of Nebraska’s first aerial park.

For more information about Camp Sonshine’s programs and facilities, go to www.CampSonshineMemories.org.

Contact: Adrianna Tarin, Camp Sonshine Communications Director, (402) 423-8746, 13440 S 25th St, Roca, NE 68430 #PrintProudDigitalSmart

Childhood cancer is severely underfunded and misunderstood. Cancer is the #1 cause of death by disease among children, yet only 4% of the National Cancer Institute’s budget is dedicated to researching childhood cancer.

And while over 60% of adult cancer research is paid for by big pharmaceutical companies, they don’t even give 1% to childhood cancer research due to low profits. A cure for childhood cancer will be funded by small, private groups like Sammy’s Superheroes Foundation. Sammy’s is a Nebraska-based 501c3 non-profit which funds researchers who are doing groundbreaking, innovative work that will lead to modern treatments that will save and have less debilitating side effects for these sweet little fighters. Sammy’s main mission is to raise funds for research, but also to comfort families in the hardest times of their lives. Join the fight, visit www.

SammysSuperheroes.org or find us on Facebook to get involved.

Friendship Home is Lincoln’s only safe, confidential emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. We save and change lives for over 1,600 victims each year by providing safe shelter and crisis services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 62% of those we served last year were children. Shelter at Friendship Home is offered in a communal shelter setting, apartments for families, and transitional living for families who need more time to rebuild their lives. Our advocates work closely with families and empower them to become survivors through safety planning, referrals to resources, support groups, and mental health counseling.

Gift cards for gas and groceries, financial donations, and volunteers to help with special events are ways to help. For more information about Friendship Home, visit www.friendshiphome.org.

If you or someone you know needs help, call our confidential helpline at (402) 437-9302.

With a dedicated and united front of staff and volunteers who help the homeless and near homeless find possibilities when things seem impossible, the vision of Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach is to defeat hunger & homelessness and restore hope! Serving lunch and dinner seven days a week, Matt Talbot is an inviting hunger relief and outreach center for those in need. Annually, Matt Talbot provides more than 100,000 nutritious meals and 35,000 homeless prevention services to the working poor and homeless such as housing, case management, drug & alcohol evaluations, life skills classes, diversion, nutrition counseling, and help with obtaining vital identification documents. Most importantly, Matt Talbot provides beyond basic needs to embolden people to have hope. Matt Talbot has maintained a 4-star Charity Navigator ranking for five consecutive years, received the Better Business Bureau Integrity Award for the nonprofit sector in 2013 and was recently recognized for transparency with a Gold Seal on their GuideStarNonprofit Profile.

Contact Information: Susanne Blue, CMSW, Executive Director, Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach – (402) 477-4116 | susanne.blue@ mtko.org | www.mtko.org. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

Junior Ac hievement of Lincoln is building a successful future for our community, one classroom at a time! This school year, more than 31,000 students in over 100 sc hools all across Lincoln and Greater Nebraska will be impacted by our messages of financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and business ethics delivered by a community role model. Together, let’s inspire this generation to be better prepared for success than any generation in history. Let’s prepare them to take on their destiny with passion and confidence. Let’s equip them to run businesses, lead nations, make discoveries, and change our world. But most of all, let’s give them hope to see what’s possible.

For more information on how to invest in Junior Achievement of Lincoln or to learn more about becoming a classroom volunteer (it only takes 5 hours a year!), contact Alison Gottsch-Walton at awalton@jalincoln.org or (402) 467-1741.

Since 1994, the Mourning Hope Grief Center has companioned grieving children, teens, young adults, and their families when someone significant in their lives has died. Mourning Hope provides support groups, community education, grief resources, and referrals.

At Mourning Hope, youth have the opportunity to participate in peer-based grief support groups with kids their own age who have experienced similar loss. Children and teens are taught healthy coping skills for dealing with the death of a loved one.

They are given the freedom to grieve in their own way and at their own pace. Ultimately, they learn that while grief is terribly hard work, hope and healing are possible, and no one ever has to grieve alone.

Mourning Hope’s services are available at absolutely no cost to participants. Receiving no government funding or insurance reimbursement, Mourning Hope relies solely on private donations from individuals, businesses, service clubs and foundations.

Do you question your “why” regarding life, business, and work? Do you want to develop more authentic relationships? Would you like others’ help in your struggles with major challenges? If you answered yes to any of these questions, CBMC Lincoln is for you. CBMC is a ministry to business and professional individuals, encouraging them toward spiritual development, personal integrity, principled leadership, and a desire to impact others.

We’ll encourage you in connecting closely with Christ and with others who are growing and discovering how to represent Christ in life and work. CBMC offers 1-1 mentoring, challenging growth groups, leadership development, networking, and larger events throughout the year. We serve business owners and leaders through Peer Advisory Groups, geared to equip members to lead lives and businesses which honor Christ and serve the community.

To learn how CBMC Lincoln can serve you, please contact us at (402) 204-1997 or visit lincoln.cbmc.com.

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Our local non-profits are the source of initiatives that are focused solely on helping to make an impact on the lives of those who live in our community—and they need support. Oftentimes, their reach extends beyond that to make an impact at the state, national, and/or global level, but these organizations also create jobs in our community and need local volunteers to get things accomplished.

These positions and volunteer opportunities allow many people to fulfill their greater purpose by doing what they love while touching lives and truly making a difference.

With the strong following we have among the Lincoln business community, we feel compelled to give these organizations a platform to share their missions and happenings, with the hope that doing so will connect them with local support.

Bright Lights serves elementary and middle school students by providing energized, engaging, and fun summer learning opportunities. Our half-day classes and full-day camps allow students to learn and create, master new skills and build new relationships. Curriculums are STEAM based and class topics include science, technology, math, art, literature and music. Our goal at Bright Lights is to promote the habit of life-long learning while having fun and making friends.

The program weeks for Summer 2019, are June 3–7; June 10–14; June 17–21; June 24–28 and July 15–19.

The Bright Lights class schedule comes out in late February and registration this year begins on Saturday, March 23 at BrightLights. org. Before Care and Lunch Care is available at some class locations.

Need-based scholarships are available to qualifying students and an international experience is also available for middle school students.

Find out more about these opportunities at BrightLights.org.

Lincoln TeamMates, a schoolbased mentoring program, gives community members a chance to impact Lincoln’s future. Mentors meet one-toone with students at school once a week during the academic year. Not only do mentors act as role models, but they build relationships with their mentees offering hope and direction for the future. The program encourages students to graduate from high school and pursue post-secondary education or career training.

TeamMates appreciates the many Lincoln businesses that encourage their employees to volunteer for the program, enhancing our community. Presently Lincoln TeamMates supports nearly 1,200 students. However, the demand for mentors grows each year, as parents, teachers, and students see the profound impact of mentoring.

Over 700 students in Lincoln await a TeamMate to help them thrive.

Perhaps your company would like to support TeamMates by becoming a financial partner, sponsoring an event, or encouraging employees to become mentors? By doing so, you are impacting students’ lives and investing in Lincoln’s future.

To find out more about TeamMates’ mission or participate in our program, go to TeamMates.org or call (402) 436-1990.

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We are parents of children and teens diagnosed with behavioral or mental health c hallenges.

Our mission is to walk alongside other parents who find themselves caught in a whirlpool of treatment options, or lack of options, to provide support and advocacy so their child is able to live his or her best life. Our nationally certified peer support specialists have helped parents present their needs and concerns to IEP teams, medication management and treatment professionals, caseworkers, and judges in an effort to acquire all necessary services in order to safely maintain their child in the home. Our services are free and may be accessed by calling us directly at (402) 441-4369, or through the Nebraska Family Helpline at 1-888-866-8660. Or contact us about volunteer and board opportunities. Our service area includes Lincoln and 16 southeastern counties in Nebraska.

City Impact empowers under-resourced communities through wholistic youth, family, and neighborhood development. We aspire to be the best in the world at seeing, investing in, and encouraging the unique strengths of under-resourced youth and families so that their leadership makes a lasting positive impact within their communities. Through core values of relationships, faith, strengthsbased leadership, empowerment, learning/teaching, and excellence, City Impact encourages transformation from the inside out.

Mentor, Teach, Empower, Transform Needs: Monthly mentors, weekly reading tutors during the school year, weekly faith program volunteers, sponsors or donations for kids store, and monthly program supporters.

Coming Soon: Look for our new Scheel’s Gym & Fitness Center coming in fall of 2018!

Contact: Lisa Guill, (402) 477-8080 / lguill@cityimpact.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Visit www.cityimpact.org for more information.

Nebraska Recycling Council is a statewide, memberbased, nonprofit supporting collaboration between communities, businesses, solid waste and recycling industries to improve waste diversion systems.

Our mission is to maximize the economic and environmental benefits of resource recovery in Nebraska.

• Recycling Information: Nebraska Online Recycling Guide, Phone Assistance • Education & Training: Webinars, Green Team Training, Networking Events • Services: Waste Audits, Zero Waste Consultation and Event Planning, Community and Regional Recycling Systems, Construction Waste Management • Grants: Recycling Equipment Grants • Publications: Best Management Practices, E-Newsletters, Case Studies • Annual Awards Luncheon: National Speaker, Workshops, Business & Community Environmental Awards Waste Nothing. Visit www.nrcne.org or call (402) 436-2384 to learn more. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

Food Fort is a local non-profit serving under-resourced children of Lincoln with “more than just a meal.” With their elaborately designed school bus you may have seen around town, they travel around town to target neighborhoods to create family dinner tables right where children already are. Seeking to build relationships, provide mentorship, tutoring, and simply be present. Serving close to local LPS schools, they serve three days per week in the Clinton, West Lincoln, and Saratoga neighborhoods currently. The inside of the bus has been renovated to look similar to a restaurant. Fulfilling the physical need of hunger, with an ultimate goal of so much more. Volunteer ran, and community funded. Find out more at their website of www. lincolnfoodfort.com. Contact them if you would like to support this mission or be involved.

For over 18 years, Domesti-PUPS (www.domesti-pups.org) has been supporting people in our local, regional and national communities through the assistance of animals. From therapy dogs in the classroom motivating children to excel in their learning environment to pet therapy visitations in nursing homes, hospitals, and assisted living centers, Domesti-PUPS pet therapy teams bring a bit of brightness through their furry encounters. Our service dog teams provide increased independence when paired with a disabled partner. These highlyskilled canines can turn on lights, provide balance and mobility, retrieve dropped items, bring a bottle of water from a refrigerator, respond to medical emergencies such as responding to a seizure or alerting to a diabetic high or low, and open doors both literally and figuratively. Some even provide life-saving measures for their disabled partners.

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune disease that strikes both children and adults. It has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. There is nothing you can do to prevent it. And, at present, there is no cure.

In T1D, your pancreas stops producing insulin—a hormone the body needs to get energy from food. This means a process your body does naturally and automatically becomes something that requires your daily attention and manual intervention. You must constantly monitor your blood-sugar level, inject or infuse insulin through a pump, and carefully balance these insulin doses with your eating and activity 24/7.

JDRF (www.jdrf.org) works every day to change the reality of this disease for millions of people by funding research, advocating for government support of research and new therapies, ensuring new therapies come to market and supporting those impacted by T1D. There are many ways to join the JDRF family, but for 47 years there has been only one reason—because together, we will turn Type One into Type None. If you would like to get involved or know of anyone who might benefit from our outreach or support services, please contact the Lincoln and Greater Nebraska Chapter at (402) 484-8300 or Lincoln@jdrf.org. #PrintProudDigitalSmart

Community Health Charities of Nebraska is a fundraising family of 22 Nebraska-based affiliates of nationally-recognized health charities dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by a chronic health condition, disability, or end-of-life issue. CHC-NE raises vital funds through workplace giving campaigns, corporate matching funds, individual gifts, and foundation contributions to benefit these health charities.

Dollars raised each year help our charities provide support for those with chronic health conditions as well as family members, friends, and co-workers affected by chronic illness. Thank you for giving the gift of hope through your support.

In Lincoln, we are proud to partner with United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County during the annual United Way/CHC Campaign. In 2019, look for us as Combined Health Agencies Drive.

Lincoln Office: 215 Centennial Mall South, Suite 509 | (402) 475-2770 www.chcne.org | www.facebook.com/CHCNebraska

The Branched Oak Observatory is a unique astronomical park located conveniently just 20 minutes from downtown Lincoln near Branched Oak Lake Recreation Area. Established in 2015, we offer a unique viewing experience and learning opportunity for young and old alike. We have a 30 student classroom, visitors center and two buildings dedicated for viewing the night sky. Whether viewing our closest star the sun, or the moon or deep space star clusters and nebula. Our staff of volunteers, amateur and professional astronomers alike help to “Bring the Night Sky Down to Earth”. We hold monthly events called “Star Parties” that are FREE and fun for the whole family. Please follow us on Facebook under Branched Oak Observatory. If you would like more information please email me, Matt Anderson at matthew@branchedoakobservatory.com or call me at (402) 480-5515. Branched Oak Observatory is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Since being founded in 1991, Fresh Start has given a “fresh start” to many women who were striving to live a better life. In 2018, the number of women served by the nonprofit grew to over 1,600! With Fresh Start, women 19 years and older who are homeless for any reason have the opportunity to live in a safe, supportive environment for up to a year, affording them more time to focus on their long-term goals, address barriers, and enact change. Fresh Start offers a safe, structured, alcohol and drug-free environment for women invested in attaining selfsufficiency. It’s more than a shelter, it’s a goals program designed to support women who are working diligently to improve their lives. Fresh Start provides basic needs, safe housing, case management, 24-hour support, computer access, and other supportive services.

Donation Needs: Paper Goods, Cleaning Supplies, and Gas Cards.

Volunteer Needs: Daisy Thrift Shop Clerks and Marketing Committee.

Get involved with Fresh Start by visiting their website at FreshStartHome. org, or connecting on social media (Facebook.com/FreshStartHomeLincoln; Twitter.com/FreshStartLNK). To donate or volunteer, Contact Audrey at (402) 475-7777 / audreyb@FreshStartHome.org.

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T h e Pe o p l e ’s C i t y Mission is Lincoln’s only homeless shelter.

Started in 1907, the Mission has helped over a million people over the last 100 plus years. The Mission is much more than an emergency shelter. They feed men, women and children three times a day, help individuals and families find permanent housing, and they work with their guests to reintegrate back into the workforce. The all new Help Center gives away free donated housewares, food and clothing.

Daily the 2.51 shuttle delivers over 100 sack lunches to homeless on the streets. The Mission is growing in its needs, and relies on the public to for nearly all of the funds that come in. Like Pastor Tom always says “If we all give a little, we can change a lot!” For more information, please visit People’s City Mission online at pcmlincoln.org.

The Better Business Bureau (BBB; www.bbb.org) has been assisting consumers and businesses since 1912. It is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing trust in the marketplace.

In 2017, BBB provided nearly 225 million instances of service to businesses, charities and the general public. BBB has Business Profiles on more than 4.7 million businesses and Charity Reports on over 11,000 charities, all available for free at bbb.org.

Today, BBB serving Nebraska, South Dakota, The Kansas Plains and Southwest Iowa is supported by approximately 10,000 Accredited Businesses that have voluntarily committed to adhere to BBB’s Standards of Trust.

BBB offers services to both businesses and consumers by creating a community of trustworthy businesses through accreditation, setting standards for trust, encouraging and supporting ethical business practices, celebrating community role models and denouncing substandard marketplace behavior.

BBB does not compare businesses to each other, but rather evaluates them against its standards – and BBB’s standards clearly speak to the character and competence of an organization.

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. Since 1995, DSAF has provided a positive vision for the future to individuals with Down syndrome and those who share in their lives, through networking, advocacy and support, including: Parents First Call – offers help and empathy to new parents upon receiving a diagnosis of Down syndrome.

Medical Outreach – provides accurate information regarding DS to local medical offices.

Age-based Stars groups – enables members to participate in fun, inclusive activities with family and friends.

Youth for Christ Lincoln Area is a nondenominational, non-profit organization serving youth in the Lincoln community and surrounding areas. We engage youth through three ministries: Campus Life to teens in high schools and middle schools, Juvenile Justice to jailed teens, and Parent Life to pregnant teens. Through regular programming and special events, YFC Lincoln Area works with over 2,400 local youth with the goal of engaging them in a healthy relationship with God. To learn more about our ministries, college internships, or to volunteer visit yfclincoln.org or call us at (402) 420-7475.

The mission of the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum is to preserve the history of Strategic Air Command, the Cold War and aerospace artifacts and to inspire learning through imaginative, innovative, and inspirational programs and exhibits. The museum is not funded by any government source and relies on the community to help carry out its mission.

The museum is home to one of the largest collections of Cold War aircraft and artifacts in the U.S. Visitors can touch iconic aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft as well as learn about historic leaders and events. The museum offers free public tours, family events, Children’s Learning Center, and educational programs.

The museum’s STEM programming supplements public education with field trips, camps, and monthly workshops. Looking for a thrill? Fly in the museum’s flight simulator or visit a STEM exhibit. There is something for everyone at the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum!

Just 20 minutes from Omaha or Lincoln. To check out the museum’s monthly events, rental spaces, or how to become a member, go to SACMuseum.org!

Serving our community by p ro m o t i n g t h e dignity, independence, and wellbeing of older adults, Tabitha provides support for clients and their families across 28 Nebraska counties through compassionate at-home support (including Tabitha Meals on Wheels), innovative living communities, and exceptional rehabilitation, home health care, and hospice services.

Tabitha is a local, nonprofit provider and an industry leader, believing everyone deserves to receive extraordinary care. This commitment is illustrated with our world-class, award-winning continuum of services delivered to over 2,000 individuals daily. When you have questions about Senior Care, Tabitha is the Answer.

Capital City Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk – provides a heartwarming experience of what we’re all about. The annual Step Up Walk is our biggest awareness event!

Tabitha is always looking for civic-minded individuals to donate their time, talent, and treasure to help us provide care for our friends and neighbors. You can make a difference in the lives of local veterans, teachers, public servants, and community leaders who need a helping hand.

DSAF is more than just an association. It is a place of belonging and hope. Get involved. Go to dsafnebraska.org to learn more.

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Since 1988, Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln has brought people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Through our Homeownership Program, we provide the opportunity to purchase a home for low-income families who are unable to meet normal financing requirements; the homes are purchased with a zerointerest mortgage financed by us, built or repaired by volunteers alongside Habitat homeowners from new or existing housing stock.

In 30 years, we have served 160 families locally, and nearly as many globally through Habitat International’s tithe program, serving approximately 1,500 individuals.

Ways to get involved with Habitat Lincoln: volunteer on our construction site, attend an event, contact us about available lots, support and sponsor a build, donate in-kind building materials or subcontracting labor, and always follow us on Facebook to stay updated on our latest news and projects. Through shelter we build strength, stability, and self-reliance. Learn more at www.lincolnhabitat.org.

Poverty limits opportunity. We don’t. Since 1965, Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties has been removing barriers for individuals living in poverty so that they have the opportunity to thrive. Our four impact areas are Early Childhood Education, Homelessness Prevention, Financial/Family Well-being, and Hunger Relief. Just some programs and services offered include Early Head Start and Head Start, which provide comprehensive early childhood education services to 421 babies, toddlers, preschoolers, pregnant women, and their families; rent, utility, and security deposit assistance; Weatherization, focused on increasing the energy of homes; matched savings opportunities to youth and adults; financial education; free tax preparation and health insurance enrollment assistance; housing; and free evening meals at our soup kitchen, The Gathering Place. Last year, Community Action provided over 79,000 poverty-fighting services to over 17,000 children and adults. Our mission is to empower people living in poverty to reach economic stability.

Center for People in Need (cfpin.org) is dedicated to its mission of providing services to low-income people that address their basic needs and help them achieve economic independence. Our varied programs address basic needs, especially adequate food resources and household necessities like children’s diapers; as well as educational and training programs that help lift people out of poverty. Thousands of people benefit from our weekly food distribution programs; the Tackling Recidivism and Developing Employability (TRADE) program provides skills training for individuals being released from prison; and the People Obtaining Prosperity (POP) program provides free tuition at Southeast Community College for income-eligible students. Refugees and immigrants can get on the path to self-sufficiency by learning English in our English Language Learning classes that also help them learn about American laws and culture while preparing them for employment. Center for People in Need provides an open and welcoming environment to anyone in need of resources and support in our community. For more information about Center for People in Need, visit www.cfpin.org #PrintProudDigitalSmart

Goodwill Industries Serving Southeast Nebraska, Inc. has been strengthening the Lincoln community for more than 80 years by providing services for individuals who face barriers to employment and by offering residents an outlet for recycling gently-used household items and clothing. The sale of donated items in Goodwill’s retail stores remains the largest source of funding for its programs and services.

Goodwill recognizes that services provided by peer agencies prepare people served by Goodwill to better succeed in Goodwill’s employment programs. It is with this understanding that Goodwill provides funding to colleague agencies to help with their own programs that align with Goodwill’s mission of willing workers employed and community resources maximized.

For more information about Goodwill and its role in the Lincoln community, visit www.lincolngoodwill.org today.

Founded in 1993, the Cancer Alliance of Nebraska is a nationally-recognized 501c3 nonprofit working with the National Cancer Institute and pharmaceutical companies to provide breakthrough treatments to cancer patients using clinical trials which we bring to the local community settings here in Nebraska. Every day we get closer to the cure.

Why Cancer Clinical Trials are Important: • They lead to the discovery of new cancer treatments and cures • They can improve the health of participating cancer patients • They benefit future generations, impacting thousands of lives • When our research is shared – across the state and around the globe – we get closer to the cure even faster We succeed in our work due to the collaborative support of our experienced physicians, hospitals, clinics, donors, and patients in communities across the state of Nebraska. And we share in the collective belief that there is always something more we can do. Visit our site at www.cancerallianceofnebraska.org.

Don’t Miss Out! This is an excellent opportunity for your non-profit to gain exposure amongst our readers, as well as for our readers to familiarize themselves with the needs of the various organizations and the valuable work that is going on in our community. If you are a local non-profit organization that is interested in participating in the next Supporting Non-Profits feature in Strictly Business Magazine, please call (402) 466-3330 or email Office@ StrictlyBusinessOmaha.com today!

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