March 3, 2016
CenturyLink Center Omaha
As the Greater Omaha Chamber kicks off the next 10 years of the Young Professionals Summit, we want to redefine what it means to be a "young professional" and continue to get the Summit on the map as the premier regional event for YPs to learn, connect and live a better version of themselves. Afterwards we want to describe our experience in narrative essays online
It is an uncharted time for young professionals in Greater Omaha. We are gaining a seat at the table, starting entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship ventures and have a louder voice in the community more than ever before. The 2016 Summit will help you: Discover Yourself, Chart Your Course.
On March 3rd, explore what makes you and how to chart your course. Increase self-awareness, honor your authenticity and discover true strengths.
Chart your future course by learning your next steps. You will be enlightened and empowered with a new set of ideas to create a better you and a better organization.
What developments are happening to make Greater Omaha a better place? Hear from local leaders and advocates on how to give back and get involved with seeing our region transform and grow.
We’re very excited to invite these inspiring people to Omaha.
4-time tech entrepreneur, hyper-growth CEO, New York Times bestselling author, venture capitalist and keynote speaker on a mission to drive creativity, innovation and reinvention.
Founder & CEO of Zuckerberg Media, New York Times bestselling author, host of Dot Complicated and former director of marketing at Facebook.
Right here in Omaha, these people are making a difference every day.
Co-founder of Maha Music Festival
@trebrashearCo-founder & Managing Director of Interface: the Web School
@shonna_dorseyCEO of Abide Network
@joshdotzlerExecutive Director of Do Space
@rebeccastavickOmaha Live Co-creator
@omaharadiomattThursday, March 3, 2016
455 N. 10 St. Omaha, NE 68102
7:30 - 8:30 AM
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Peter Kiewit Grand Ballroom
Josh Linkner
10:00 - 10:45 AM
Sponsored by First National Bank
Leah Georges, Creighton University
There are five generations interacting in the workplace. Learn about mainstream myths of generational warfare and receive insight of each generation's strengths.
Sponsored by University of Nebraska-Lincoln MBA
Jara Sturdivant-Wilson, HDR
Katie Hatfield Edstrom, PhD, HDR
Laura Heilman, HDR
What does it mean to have a public and private face at work? The strategic communications team at HDR will walk you through the ins-and-outs of the public and private face in the workplace.
Sponsored by Nebraska Wesleyan University - MBA
Todd Swirczek, City of Omaha Planning Department
Julie Harris, Nebraska Bicycling Alliance
Omaha is proactively working to encourage and accommodate urban redevelopment. Learn about the fiscal, environmental, and public health benefits from the shift toward more urban living and less auto dependence brought on by the millenial generation.
Sponsored by Midland University MBA
Chief Todd Schmaderer, Omaha Police Department
Engage with the Police Chief of Omaha by hearing how creating jobs in Omaha can reduce poverty and crime.
Sponsored by Midland University MBA
Mayor Jean Stothert, City of Omaha
David G. Brown, Greater Omaha Chamber
Have a seat at the table with a respected community and business leader. Learn about community issues important to young professionals and take away professional development tidbits from Omaha’s first woman mayor.
11:00 - 11:45 AM
Sponsored by First National Bank
Brandon Rigoni, Gallup
Brandon discovered his passion for boosting performance by studying college athletics in the Husker Athletic Department. In this session, attendees will hear Gallup's latest discoveries of how to shape your career through organizational performance.
Sponsored by University of Nebraska-Lincoln MBA
Daniel Lawse, Verdis Group
Johnathan Woodside, Mindfulness Outreach Initiative
Future leaders will be individuals who have established meditation practice and exemplify mindfulness. Learn why many companies are pioneering mindfulness as a way of discovering personal and professional health.
Sponsored by Nebraska Wesleyan University - MBA
Nate Dodge, NP Dodge
Ken Lyons, Neighborworks Home Solutions
Learn about community redevelopment efforts to rekindle pride in neighborhoods through desirable housing that ignites investment in Greater Omaha and Council Bluffs communities. Collaboration with young professionals will be essential in meeting our community's needs.
Sponsored by Midland University MBA
Shannon McClure, Greater Omaha Chamber
R.J. Jerrick, Greater Omaha Chamber
Dr. Eric Thompson, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
How does Greater Omaha stack up against other markets? Are we competitive when businesses are looking for a new home? What is it that makes corporations and start-ups choose Omaha? The Barometer benchmarks our region against nine other markets.
Sponsored by Midland University MBA
Jim Anderson, Gavilon
Clark Lauritzen, First National Bank
Derek Leathers, Werner Enterprises
Craig Meier, Medical Solutions
If you have aspirations of gaining a seat at the table or becoming a future leader in our community, this is the session for you. You'll have the chance to hear directly from business leaders and have the opportunity to ask questions.
12:00 - 1:30 PM
Peter Kiewit Grand Ballroom
1:45 - 2:30 PM
Sponsored by First National Bank
Aaron Filipi, Javlin Capital
Learn about the underutilized art of opportunity-detection. Prepare to be engaged, educated and provoked. Aaron will give personal and professional tips to identify opportunities quicker.
Sponsored by University of Nebraska-Lincoln MBA
Mary Ann O'Brien, OBI Creative
Personal development will own who you are. Discover the formal process of personal branding and what you need to know, what you need to do and what it will mean to your future.
Sponsored by Nebraska Wesleyan University - MBA
Kali Baker, Omaha Community Foundation
With kick starters, ice buckets, fun runs and profile pictures, young professionals are redefining philanthropy. In this session, join a conversation about tapping personal passions and interests and how to support the efforts they reflect.
Sponsored by Midland University MBA
Michael Johnson, Bailey Lauerman
Marketing. Networking. Shooting the breeze. Keep your next conversation compelling no matter which direction it turns. The key lies in improv comedy. Learn the secrets of going off script and find out how you can apply them in your daily life.
Sponsored by Midland University MBA
Jamie Berglund, Greater Omaha Chamber
Mindy Crook, Arch Icon Development
Jay Lund, GreenSlate Development
Mike Moylan, Shamrock Development
Each panelist has a vision for Omaha starting with redeveloping historic buildings and creating an urban community. Learn about future plans are and how it will evolve the lives of young professionals.
2:45 - 3:45 PM
Peter Kiewit Grand Ballroom
Randi Zuckerberg
In this entertaining, engaging talk, which feels as much as a one-woman show (complete with musical performance and audience interaction), Randi takes you through 10 of the most exciting trends in tech/business/leadership/entrepreneurship that your audience just can't ignore, if they want to build successful, sustainable businesses.
4:00 - 7:00 PM
605 N 13th Street
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