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Meeting Volunteers
Presiding: President Lisa Hatterman
Secretary: Jonathan Johnson
Greeter & Invocation: Ron Morss
Cashier: Aaron Tomita
Chair of the day: Jonathan Johnson
 
First Watch Aksarben, 1222 S 71st St B, Omaha, NE 68106
Doors open at 6:45 AM. Meeting Starts at 7:00 AM.
Speaker - September 1, 2026 - Mark Langan, 26yr Omaha Police Veteran

Mark Langan
26-Year Omaha Police Veteran • Award-Winning Author • National Speaker

Our speaker has spent over 40 years on the front lines of law enforcement, crime prevention, and public
safety. Mark Langan built a decorated twenty-six-year career with the Omaha Police Department, where
he worked the seamier side of crime — infiltrating high-level narcotics operations undercover, posing as
both a drug user and a drug dealer, and supervising hundreds of high-risk investigations. His work earned
him the department's two highest honors: the Distinguished Service Medal and the Medal of Valor.
 
After retiring from the force, Mark launched a second career as Vice-President of Field Operations with
the Nebraska Humane Society, where he became a leading voice on animal cruelty investigations. He
now serves on the Nebraska Board of Parole.
 
Along the way, Mark has given hundreds of media interviews and is a certified instructor in workplace
safety and active killer training. He is also an award-winning author of the Busting Bad Guys series — his
book More Busting Bad Guys was awarded the Gold Medal by Indie Book Publishers in 2023 for best true
crime book in the country.
 
Mark is a nationally recognized speaker on crime, public safety, and animal cruelty, known for regaling
audiences with stories straight from his career and his books.
 
Distinguished Service Medal & Medal of Valor | Gold Medal, Indie Book Publishers (2023) | Nebraska Board of Parole

 
Recap: August 2026 After-Hours (Host: Mike Murphy)
A big thank you to Mike Murphy and the team at Nelson Murphy Insurance and Investments for hosting our afterhours at their office! It was a fantastic evening filled with great food, drinks, and conversation, and we were thrilled to welcome so many new prospective guests. We also took the opportunity to bid a fond farewell to Sarah Wedebrand as she heads off to Colorado for her next chapter — we'll miss her and wish her all the best in this exciting new adventure!
 
June 30, 2026 - Bill Schenk Earns Prestigious Founders Award
Congratulations to long time Omaha Morning Rotarian, Bill Schenk who was recently recognized as only the fifth recipient since 2001 of the club’s Founders Award. A group of founding members of Omaha Morning Rotary established this award, the highest honor to be bestowed on a member of the club, in recognition of an individual who exemplifies Rotary’s Four-Way Test.
 
Bill has maintained perfect attendance for 37 years, served as Club President, Foundation President, and Secretary. He is a regular participant in both local and international service projects, and mentored countless members who have stepped into club leadership roles.
 
Congratulations, Bill. You are a most deserving recipient of this honor and recognition.
2026-2027 Chair of the Day Schedule
 
We are sharing the Chair of the Day schedule for our weekly Omaha Morning Rotary meetings. This role includes welcoming the speaker, making introductions, and helping the meeting flow smoothly. Please review the schedule and note your assigned date. If you are not able to serve on your date, please arrange a swap with another member and notify the Program Committee.
 
Thank you for helping us keep our meetings organized, engaging, and a reflection of the strong fellowship in our club.
 
 
 
Upcoming Speakers
Sep 01, 2026
Chair: Jonathan Johnson
Sep 08, 2026
Sep 15, 2026
Chair: Corwin Keller
Sep 29, 2026
Host: Jim Sullivan
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Upcoming Events
September After-Hours (Host: Jim Sullivan)
Sep. 29, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Omaha
Sean O'Casey's

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Birthdays
Member Birthdays
Robert Rapp
August 9
 
Message From Our President
Lisa Hatterman

Good morning, and welcome to the Omaha Morning Rotary Club.

We are a community of professionals united by one simple belief — that we can do more together than apart. Each week we gather not just to share a meal, but to share ideas, build friendships, and take action on behalf of our community here in Omaha.

Service is at the core of everything we do. Whether through local projects or global initiatives, our members show up ready to make a difference. But just as important is the fellowship — the relationships built here last a lifetime.

If you're considering joining us, we'd love to have you at our table.

 
Lisa Hatterman
President, 2026-2027