PERSONNEL NEWS Immanuel Welcomes Emily Tonniges to Head Community Foundation
UNICO Group Congratulates Tom Greco on Retirement after 35 Years in Industry
Immanuel, the Midwest leader in retirement living and senior services, is pleased to welcome Emily Tonniges as director of the Immanuel Community Foundation. As director, Tonniges oversees funds that annually support retirement community residents, Immanuel Pathways PACE® (Program of Allinclusive Care for the Elderly) participants and employees. Foundation effor ts support Immanuel capital improvements, programming, special projects and more. In her new role, Tonniges will also work closely with Immanuel’s Vision Foundation, a grant program that has provided over $11 million to community organizations.
UNICO Group recently congratulated Tom Greco on his retirement after he provided superior service to the insurance industry for 35 years. Tom began his career in insurance in 1985, when he joined his late father, Michael Greco, in running Greco Insurance Agency in Papillion, NE. In 2009, Greco Insurance was acquired by UNICO, establishing UNICO’s Omaha office. During Tom’s tenure in the insurance industry, he served as an insurance advisor, president of “Big i” Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska (IIAN), on the Board of Directors for the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce, and as a Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) instructor and shareholder at UNICO. Tom’s favorite part of his career was explaining to his clients the importance of having a sound insurance program before experiencing a loss to ensure that, in the event of a loss, the client’s business and family were protected. The industry will miss Tom for his involvement and leadership in the “Big i” of Nebraska, as will the many students he taught through his CISR prep classes—but you’ll still find him at the “Huskateers” tailgating spot before Husker football games! UNICO Group is a full-service insurance agency headquartered in Lincoln, with services ranging from telecommunications to workers’ comp, employee benefits, personal insurance, financial planning, and humanresource solutions. For more information about UNICO Group, call (402) 434-7200 or visit unicogroup.com.
A Hastings native, Tonniges is also a graduate from Colorado College. With a diverse professional background, Tonniges has a passion for helping others. She has been heavily involved with area organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, Omaha Performing Arts, Papillion La Vista Community Theatre, Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce, Sarpy CASA, Voices for Children and many others. The Immanuel Community Foundation supports the organization’s mission of Christ-Centered Service to seniors, each other, and the community. Two of its key programs include the Resident Assistance Fund and the Helping Hands Assistance Fund, both great benefits for Immanuel residents, participants and employees. To learn more, visit immanuel.com/immanuel-foundations/community-foundations.
Fernanda Nungaray Joins Midlands Latino Community Development Corporation Team Midlands Latino Community Development Corporation (MLCDC) is pleased to announce that Fernanda Nungaray has been promoted to a Program Coordinator. Fernanda began as an intern at MLCDC in 2020 and graduated from the University of Nebraska Omaha in December with a bac helor’s degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Family and Community. She was also a Buffet scholar while attending UNO. During her internship, Fernanda embraced the mission of MLCDC and the opportunity to work with a low- and moderate-income population in Omaha, the majority of whom are women who want to start a business to achieve financial stability and provide for their families. She played an important role as an intern for the agency to provide the technical assistance to all participants in a timely manner. As a Program Coordinator, Fernanda will provide support to financial education, industry training, and the leadership and entrepreneurship programs in MLCDC and will maintain the client database. Fernanda is excited for this opportunity and looks forward to contributing to the growth of the Omaha community. MLCDC is a nonprofit organization that focuses on providing bilingual technical assistance to low- and moderate-income populations to achieve financial stability through entrepreneurship. In March 2020, MLCDC launched a financial education program to support individuals affected by COVID-19. To learn more about MLCDC, visit midlandslatinocdc.org or call (402) 933-4466. 24 Strictly Business FEBRUARY 2021
First Responders Foundation Welcomes Mike Corrigan as Treasurer of the Board The First Responders Foundation recently welcomed Mike Corrigan as the new treasurer of its Board of Directors. Mike is the VP Commercial Relationship Manager with Access Bank, where he has worked for five years with new and existing commercial businesses. The Board is pleased to have Mike’s expertise on the Board and looks forward to working with him for more than just that: Mike is uniquely qualified for this position because he is also a first responder! He is currently a part-time police officer in Yutan and is a former police sergeant with the Bellevue Police Department. “Having the opportunity to be a part of an organization where we can honor the men and women who are first responders and assist the front lines in so many different ways is exactly the team I want to be part of,” Mike said. “I know the sacrifices that are made daily, and any support or resources our team or Foundation give goes a long way.” Mike grew up in the Omaha area, attending Creighton Preparatory High School and the University of Nebraska Omaha. From there, he attended the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Academy. Mike made the switch to banking in 2015 to work with his family. In his spare time, he enjoys all things outdoors, from fishing and hunting to biking and camping. The mission of the First Responders Foundation is to serve and honor all first responders, veterans, and their families, build appreciation and respect for their work, and enhance public safety. For more information, visit firstresondersfoundation.org or call (402) 218-1234. #PrintProudDigitalSmart
