Jack Diesing Jr. Retired Chairman and Managing Director, Aon Risk Services Central, Inc., and Chairman/President, College World Series of Omaha, Inc.
Jack Diesing Jr. is a retired Chairman and Managing Director of Aon Risk Services Central, Inc., where he led operations in Nebraska and Iowa from 2007 to 2017. He previously served as Resident Managing Director of Aon Risk Services of Nebraska, Inc. (1995-2007), Executive Vice President (1990-1995), Deputy Managing Vice President at Alexander & Alexander (1974-1990), and worked at Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company (1971-1974).
His civic involvement includes serving as Chairman, President, and Treasurer of the College World Series of Omaha, Inc., a Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce board member since 1994, a member of the Omaha Sports Commission Board and Executive Committee (2003-2016), and Boys Town Booster Board member since 1984. He has also held leadership roles with the Creighton Executive Jaybackers Board (President, 1996-1998), Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben (Councillor, 1998-2007), Downtown Rotary Club (Board Member, 1994-2000), Metropolitan Entertainment Convention Authority (Board Member, 1999-2000), Metropolitan Omaha Convention Sports & Entertainment Authority (Vice Chairman, 1997; Chairman, 1998-1999), Junior Achievement of the Midlands (Chairman, 1995-1997), and Independent Insurance Agents of Omaha (President, 1984-1985).
His awards include induction into the Omaha Sports Hall of Fame (2010), the Omaha Press Club's 98th Face on the Barroom Floor (2004), the Greater Omaha Chamber’s “Headliner of the Year” Award (2004), the ABCA Meritorious Service Award (2003), the Nebraska Department of Economic Development “Power is in the Partnership” Award (2002), the River City Roundup Heritage Award (2001), Big Brothers/Big Sisters “Angels Among Us” Award (1998), Creighton Jaybackers’ “Jaybacker of the Year” Award (1998), the Nebraskaland Foundation Trailblazer Award (1997), and being named the Omaha World-Herald’s “Midlander of the Year” (1994). A graduate of Creighton Preparatory High School (1963) and the United States Naval Academy (1967) with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and a minor in Mathematics, Jack also served in the U.S. Navy (1967-1971) and earned Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU, 1978) and Associate in Risk Management (ARM, 1980) designations.
Jack is married, with three daughters and four grandsons, and enjoys golfing, reading, and traveling. His legacy reflects a lifetime of professional excellence, civic leadership, and a deep commitment to his community.
Amy HornockerExecutive Director
College World Series of Omaha, Inc.
Amy Hornocker is the Executive Director at College World Series of Omaha, Inc. CWS, Inc. is the liaison between the NCAA and the City of Omaha tasked with the ongoing growth and execution of the NCAA Men’s College World Series. Hornocker oversees five staff members that work year-round in Omaha on the MCWS. Outside the MCWS itself, the office also manages many community outreach initiatives as well as a robust internship program.
Before joining the CWS Omaha, Inc., team, Hornocker served as events director for the Omaha Sports Commission (OSC). She had been with the OSC 10 years and managed more than 30 sporting events, including three U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials.
Before joining the CWS Omaha, Inc., team, Hornocker served as events director for the Omaha Sports Commission (OSC). She had been with the OSC 10 years and managed more than 30 sporting events, including three U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials.
Originally from Des Moines, Iowa, Hornocker began working in sports management as an intern with College World Series of Omaha, Inc. She holds a bachelor’s degree in sports management from Iowa State University. Hornocker lives in LaVista with her dog Olive.
Lisa Diesing
CEBS, GBA, CMS Vice President Account Executive
Lisa brings over 15 years of experience in employee benefit plan management, serving as a lead strategic advisor and consultant to her clients. As an Account Executive, she directs the overall management of benefit programs, including strategic development, clinical program management, financial projections, funding methods, and contract negotiations. With expertise in handling mid-market and large companies across both the public and private sectors, Lisa is adept at managing diverse benefit offerings while fostering strong client and carrier relationships. She also collaborates with Producers to develop new business opportunities.
Lisa holds dual B.A. degrees in Advertising and Writing from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, and maintains several professional designations, including Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), Group Benefits Associate (GBA), and Compensation Management Specialist (CMS). She also holds a Producer's License in Life Insurance and Annuities, Sickness, Accident, and Health.
Her civic involvement includes serving as an Executive Committee Member and Board Member for the College World Series of Omaha, Inc., being a member of the FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association and graduating from Leadership Omaha Class 45 through the Omaha Chamber of Commerce.
