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Apr 04, 2023
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The Many Facets of Terrorism
Apr 12, 2023
Mr. Sakaris is well known in the Omaha Community as a subject matter expert in in the field of Information Security and law enforcement processes. He is the President of ISS, Inc. a business that conducts Cyber Security Assessments and follow-on mitigation for clients with patent pending products. Clients of ISS, Inc. have lowered their business insurance premiums after engaging with ISS. ISS, Inc. is also a licensed Private Detective Agency in the State of Nebraska with a staff the has over 50 years of Law Enforcement Experience that provides extensive background and other investigations to help businesses and individuals navigate through the complex transactions they face every day. He is one of the most experienced Information Systems security professionals engaged at the US Strategic Command and the wider Depart of Defense and private sector clients on ways to improve Information Security and Risk Avoidance programs. Mr. Sakaris has an undergraduate degree majoring in Physics and a Master’s degree specializing in Information Security graduating with distinction and holds a Top Secret clearance that allows him to advise US Government Agencies on methods to secure highly classified information systems. Mr. Sakaris is a US Navy Veteran specializing in Flight Deck Operations during several deployments. He also deployed to Afghanistan with the US Army in combat as the advisor to the Commander of the 82nd Airborne 4th Brigade Combat Team. During his 15-month deployment Mr. Sakaris teamed with his US Army Counterparts to target and dismantle terrorist organizations. Mr. Sakaris is the past the Chairman of the People with Disabilities Committee helping to raise funds for organizations that service-disabled adults and children. He will be celebrating his 48th wedding anniversary this year on July 12 on his birthday (a plot hatched by his wife, so he won’t forget). He has five children and ten grandchildren all in the Omaha area. |
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A Backward Look at Ukraine & Afghanistan
Apr 19, 2023
Thomas E. Gouttierre was the longtime Dean of International Studies & Programs at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Director of the Center for Afghanistan Studies, serving from 1974 until his retirement in 2015. He was born in Maumee, OH. He received a B.A. and an M.A. from Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, OH. In 1987, Professor Gouttierre received the UNO Chancellor's Medal. |
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Apr 19, 2023 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Apr 26, 2023
2023 HONOR ROLL IS VIRTUAL Topic: 96th 8th Grade Rotary Honor Roll Program |
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Apr 26, 2023 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
The 96th 8th Grade Honor Roll Program will be held virtually: Topic: 96th 8th Grade Rotary Honor Roll Program |
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May 02, 2023
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The Walking Tourists
May 10, 2023
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Storm Chasers
May 17, 2023
Cordaro graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing, and served three seasons as director of marketing for his alma mater's baseball program. At the same time, he also worked as general manager in the property management department for Today's Realty, Inc. In 1991, he graduated from Ruston High School in Louisiana. He played drums in several bands, most notably in high school and college with artists such as Robert Schneider, of Apples in Stereo and The Elephant 6 Recording Company. He primarily played in a band called Stonybridge and Pummel with Brad Belanger.Martie currently plays drums in Nebraska band, Strange Pleasures. Cordaro began his professional baseball career with the West Tenn Diamond Jaxx (Double-A, Chicago Cubs) of the Southern League as a group sales representative in 1999. He then would go on to spend two seasons as director of sales for the Birmingham Barons, the Double-A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox, before becoming general manager for the Southwest Michigan Devil Rays then the Single-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, for two years. Cordaro moved to Omaha in 2007, joining the organization as assistant general manager before being promoted to the general manager the next year. Cordaro played a large role in every aspect of the research, negotiation process and project management to build a new ballpark for the Storm Chasers in Sarpy County, allowing Triple-A Baseball to remain in the Omaha metro area. He was also involved in orchestrating and negotiating the ballpark's naming rights partnership with Sarpy County-based Werner Enterprises for Werner Park. Cordaro led the process of the rebranding and renaming of the Omaha Triple-A franchise that included much research and fan-aided voting. Under his leadership, the organization has posted its highest total revenues on record during the past five seasons. During the 2015 season Cordaro and the organization hosted the First National Bank 2015 Triple-A All-Star Game. |
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Empowerment Network
May 24, 2023
Willie Barney started the Empowerment Network 17 years ago, and his organization was recently named one of the nation’s ‘My Brother’s Keeper Alliance Model Community.’ by the Obama Foundation with a My Brother’s Keeper Award as a model community. Omaha’s Empowerment Network will receive an $800,000 grant with access to direct coaching, evaluation support, peer-to-peer learning, and continued technical assistance. Omaha is returning to 40-year lows in gun violence, thanks to collaborative efforts reflected through the Empowerment Network: Omaha 360, Step-Up Omaha, City of Omaha, Omaha Police Department s foundations, and the My Brother’s Keeper Partnership. |
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May 31, 2023
Jeremy Nordquist became the fifth president of the Nebraska Hospital Association in December 2021. Jeremy has served as an elected official, congressional staff, state legislative staff, and a nonprofit leader. |
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May 31, 2023 1:00 PM - Nov 30, 2023 1:00 PM UTC-05:00
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Jun 06, 2023
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Healthcare
Jun 07, 2023
JOHN ARCH John Arch has served in health care administration for over 34 years. For the past 27 years, John worked for Boys Town in its health care division where he served as Executive Vice President of Health Care and Director of the National Research Hospital and Clinics. As CEO of the hospitals and clinics, John was responsible for all Boys Town healthcare services including two hospitals in Omaha, outpatient clinics, behavioral health services and research operations. Prior to working at Boys Town, John served as Vice President for Marketing and Business Development at Omaha’s Saint Joseph Center for Mental Health. John has been married to Brenda for 43 years and has two sons (Cameron and Nicholas), two daughters-in-law (Liz and Shannon), and four grandchildren. Brenda has served as a substitute teacher in the Papillion La Vista School District since 2003. John and Brenda have lived in Papillion and La Vista since 1990. |
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Triathlon
Jun 14, 2023
Lisa Smith Cimino, a 57-year-old mother of four, has spent the majority of her life residing in Omaha. She attended Duchesne Academy for her education. Lisa pursued her undergraduate studies at Loyola University of Chicago in 1987. Later, she obtained a Master's degree in Exercise Science from UNO in 1991 and a Master's degree in Negotiation and Dispute Resolution from Creighton in 2010. Despite never perceiving herself as an athlete, Lisa began engaging in triathlons in 2003 and has since embraced the sport wholeheartedly. |
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NCAA 2023 College World Series
Jun 21, 2023
In his current role as managing director of championships and alliances, operations, playing rules, and officiating at the NCAA, Anthony Holman is responsible for setting the strategic direction for 30 NCAA Championships, and global oversight for playing rules and officiating of all 90 NCAA Championships. Anthony has been with the NCAA for 13 years, serving his entire tenure with the championships and alliances group. Prior to joining the NCAA, Anthony worked in professional sports for five years, including the NBA. He is the former executive director of the Quad Cities Sports Committee and spent nine years with the Illinois High School Association (IHSA). Anthony has been active in the Olympic movement, serving on the board for both USA Swimming and USA Wrestling. A former basketball student-athlete at Augustana College, Anthony received his bachelor's degree in political science and economics. He has a master's degree in sport management, as well as an MSL and an MBA. Anthony enjoys coaching his kids’ sports teams, playing golf, and spending time with friends and family. |
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Jun 28, 2023 1:00 PM - Dec 28, 2023 1:00 PM UTC-05:00
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Jul 04, 2023
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Jul 26, 2023 1:00 PM - Jan 25, 2024 1:00 PM UTC-05:00
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Jul 27, 2023 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Camille and Deb have announced the year's first Social/networking event under Larry’s reign. Steve and Pat McCollister along with Bill and Gretchen Harvey are co-hosting a pool party at McCollister’s home for adult members, their spouses, as well as prospective members. The event will be held at the McCollister’s home at 16611 Spring Circle South on Thursday, July 27th, from 5:00 – 8:30 PM. Mark your calendars. Heavy appetizers and snacks will be provided, as well as ice, lemonade, water, and soda. Bring your own alcoholic beverages, a swimming suit, and a towel if you want to take a dip in the pool. They have a lovely dressing room next to the pool to change in. For questions, please contact Deb Skinner at 402.658.4526. |
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Aug 01, 2023
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Local Economy
Aug 02, 2023
Tim Burke is the interim CEO and President of the Greater Omaha Chamber. He retired as CEO of OPPD in 2021 after over 30 years in the natural gas, electric, and utility service industry. His focus on customer service and continuous business improvement has produced 13 straight J.D. Power and Associates awards for #1 Utility in customer satisfaction. Tim is an active participant in the Omaha area community and is a board member or volunteer to over eight national and local non-profits. Tim has seen small businesses become large businesses and seen an ever-changing business environment and led operations to remain successful through those changes. |
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Social Security: Politics & Realities
Aug 09, 2023
HAL DAUB: 4th generation Nebraskan, Married with three children and five grandchildren, 4-term US Congressman, 2-term Mayor, Proud Member of Omaha Downtown Rotary, Eagle Scout, and NU Board of Regents. After completing his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration at Washington University, he continued his education and earned a law degree from the University of Nebraska. He also served as a Captain in the U.S. Army Infantry, where he demonstrated his leadership abilities. Hal's professional career began as a lawyer in Omaha, and later he became the Vice-President and General Counsel of Standard Chemical Manufacturing Company. He then entered politics and was elected to serve four terms in the United States House of Representatives. During his time as a congressman, he was a member of the influential Ways and Means Committee. Following his congressional tenure, Hal ran for the U.S. Senate on two occasions but was not successful. He then became a principal and partner in Deloitte & Touche, an accounting firm. In 1995, he was elected as the Mayor of Omaha, serving two terms. As the mayor, he achieved significant accomplishments, including reducing property taxes and implementing innovative programs for public safety and youth development. Throughout his life, Hal has been actively involved in various civic, charitable, and philanthropic organizations. He has served on numerous boards and held leadership positions in several prominent organizations, including the National Republican Mayors and Local Officials Association. Hal Daub's dedication to public service and his contributions to his community have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. He has been involved in diverse initiatives, including those related to health care, education, and support for veterans. Hal is a family man, with three children and five grandchildren. He has married Mary Mernin, a native of Arapahoe, Nebraska. Overall, Hal Daub's biography reflects a life of service, leadership, and commitment to making a positive impact on his community and beyond. |
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Lincoln Trial
Aug 16, 2023
Lawrence A. Dwyer holds a B.A. Degree in American and British History from the University of Nebraska-Omaha, and a Law Degree from Creighton University. He is a member of the Nebraska Bar Association and has been a practicing attorney for 48 years. Larry served on the Board of Directors of the Douglas County Historical Society and became the first President of its Foundation. He was the keynote speaker at the Historical Society's 130th and 140th Anniversary celebrations of the Trial of Standing Bear. He has given countless presentations to various civic organizations for the past decade on the historical significance of Standing Bear. |
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Colombian Coffee for a Cause
Aug 23, 2023
Daniel has a Master's degree in Social Sciences from Uppsala University and has more than 10 years of experience in the construction, evaluation and monitoring of public policies in countries such as Colombia, Brazil, Peru and the United States. He is an expert on urban security and has been an advisor on violence prevention strategies to local governments in cities such as Medellin and Sao Paulo. He has extensive knowledge in the process of disarmament, demobilization and reintegration of ex-combatants due to his work during five years as regional coordinator for the Colombian Agency for Reintegration. He graduated from the training program in Human Rights, Peace and Security implemented by the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA) in Sweden and Cambodia. Daniel joined the Kroc Institute from Notre Dame University in 2019 as security and Human Rights specialist within the International Verification Component of the Colombian Peace Agreement. In 2020 he started to coordinate the political section of the Kroc Institute in Colombia. He also worked as a consultant for Notre Dame university to develop a methodology for monitoring the Peace Agreement at the regional level. |
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STRATCOM on 9/11
Aug 30, 2023
Rob Simmon is a fellow Rotarian and member of the Glenwood, IA club since early 2009. He’s served in several District 5650 roles since 2015. Rob is presently the Assistant Governor Team Leader, the chairman of the New Club Development Committee, and the coordinator as well as a facilitator for the Visioning Program for District clubs.
Rob’s last NSA assignment was as the representative for the Director, National Security Agency to the Commander, U.S. Strategic Command for seven years - 1999 through 2005. As the NSA Rep to STRATCOM he ensured that the Combatant Command and its components received his Agency’s relevant Intelligence, Information Assurance, and Nuclear Command and Control products and services required to accomplish their missions. Rob served in a variety of earlier technical and leadership positions for the Agency at its Maryland headquarters and at several overseas locations. Rob studied Russian language and culture at the University of Kansas, at Syracuse University, at the Soviet Union’s Leningrad State University, and later as an NSA employee as a student for two years at the U.S. Army’s Russian Institute in Garmisch, Germany. He has also studied Polish, German, and Spanish. Rob and his wife Susan, a retired Registered Nurse, live on her family’s Iowa Century Farm outside Glenwood, Iowa. Their daughter and grandsons live in Castle Rock, Colorado after Air Force assignments in Alaska, Germany, Romania, and in several continental U.S. locations. Their son, a manager for an Omaha technology solutions company, lives with his wife in Council Bluffs, Iowa. |
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Aug 30, 2023 1:00 PM - Feb 29, 2024 1:00 PM UTC-05:00
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Sep 02, 2023 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Sep 05, 2023
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Annual District Governor Visit
Sep 06, 2023
Kathryn Schubert is Rotary District Governor for 2023-2024. Kathryn was raised in Nebraska. She graduated from Papillion LaVista High School and then went on to receive a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration in 1994 from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, with a focus in Commercial Banking and International Finance. Kathryn is a Certified Financial Planner® and a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch. She started her career in Omaha upon graduation from UNO, and now works in both the Omaha and Lincoln communities. Together with her team, she provides sophisticated financial strategies and solutions for high net worth individuals and families all across America. In February 2022, Kathryn was named to the Forbes “America’s Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State” list. |
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Best of Omaha and Publishing
Sep 13, 2023
Todd grew up in Papillion, Nebraska, and graduated from University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1981 with a degree in journalism. Two years later he started a magazine called Omaha Today, which helped to springboard a 30+ year career in magazine publishing. The positives include the philanthropic and cultural events around town as well as the abundance of business opportunities. Todd credits his staff with creating an award-winning magazine that has been recognized with regional Great Plains Journalism Awards, state AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts) awards, and local Omaha Press Club awards. |
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RISE: Breaking generational cycles of incarceration
Sep 27, 2023
Jeremy Bouman is the Founder and CEO of RISE, a Nebraska non-profit with a mission to break generational cycles of incarceration. RISE offers programming in 7 Nebraska prisons focused on intensive character development, employment readiness, reentry planning and entrepreneurship. RISE support continues post-release through case management, family programming, a business incubator and employment placement. RISE is also active in policy and advocacy work in Nebraska's unicameral focused on criminal justice reform. Prior to starting RISE, he served for 7 years as Associate Vice President of Development at Creighton University. Jeremy has 20 years of leadership experience in higher education and non-profit organizations in New York City, Baltimore and Omaha. He earned a BA in Communications from Susquehanna University in Pennsylvania and a Masters of Science in Leadership from Creighton University. |
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Sep 27, 2023 1:00 PM - Mar 28, 2024 1:00 PM UTC-05:00
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Oct 03, 2023
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Midwest Workforce Challenges and Solutions
Oct 04, 2023
Dr. Ron Cox is an aerospace engineer with a B.S. and Ph.D. from Iowa State University. His early career included work designing airfoils and fighter aircraft for a large defense contractor. Later he served as a C-level executive at a small manufacturer of cooling towers. |
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