Volkswagens were once known for being a cheap vehicle to drive. A standard 1963 Volkswagen Beetle (the variety shown in Disney’s “Herbie, the Love Bug”) cost around $1,500 brand new, a number that is equivalent to about $15,500 today. In early July, a resale site known as The Samba showed 1963 Beetles for sale from a running vehicle for $11,000 to a restored convertible for $39,750.
“You can spend a lot of money restoring a car for a car show, which might be a $60,000 paint job, a $15,000 engine, and an $8,000 interior,” said Greg Sloma, the retired president of Data Transmission Network. “Or you can restore it in the sense of just fix what you’ve already got.”
Those who want to convert their classic Volkswagen (which frequently tops out at 60 mph going south with help from a southern wind) into a racing vehicle can find a specialized engine kit from parts dealer CB Performance, ranging from about $6,000 to $7,000. If they don’t know how to fix it, they may need to travel to find a shop. While there are many places that can tune a VW engine, there aren’t many full-restoration shops in the United States
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Usher Media acquires five area radio stations
Nebraska-based Usher Media has completed its acquisition of five radio stations serving the Omaha-Council Bluffs market from Iowabased NRG Media, finalizing a transaction first announced in February. The deal includes KOIL-AM (1290) in Omaha, KOPW-FM (106.9) in Plattsmouth, KOZN-AM (1620) and KZOT-AM (1180) in Bellevue and KQKQ-FM (98.5) in Council Bluffs. Kalil & Co. served as exclusive
broker. NRG Media, led by CEO Mary Quass, has operated a regional portfolio of stations across Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska and Wisconsin for more than two decades. Usher Media is headed by Alan Usher, who said at the time of the announcement that the acquisition reflected his company's commitment to local broadcasting and the Omaha market. The transaction consolidates five metro-area signals under local ownership, spanning AM and FM frequencies across both sides of the Missouri River.
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Celebrating Passion and Purpose FROM 60 5KS TO BUSINESSES BUILT ON TRUST AND VISION
This issue opens with something to celebrate. Publisher Andee Hoig turns 60 on July 18 and is marking the milestone by walking 60 5Ks this year for charity. We believe in healthy body, healthy mind, healthy business, so watch for a coming series on 5Ks around the metro.
A disclosure: the people in this week’s cover story have been part of my life for more than 25 years through the Omaha Volkswagen Club. That history does not change what is true about their business, and it might sharpen it. Mike Carroll turned a hobby of fixing friends’ cars in an Elkhorn shop into Air Cooled Express, a Bennington restoration business now known internationally for concours-quality Volkswagen work. Full-restoration shops like his are disappearing nationwide. What kept his going is what built the community around him: “All you need to do is keep fixing them right,” friend Greg Sloma told him. “Don’t let anybody talk you into doing it quick or cheap, and you’ll always have a good reputation.”
This week’s Impact 250 section deserves the bulk of the spotlight. Don Dotson bought Delmich Office Cleaning in 2005 not knowing how hard the business would be. He then rebuilt it around trust instead of contracts: no subcontractors, one dedicated cleaner per client, and the freedom to walk away anytime. Joey McKernan and his wife, Olivia, launched Equip Global in 2023 to solve a gap he saw across the nonprofit sector: mission-driven organizations with no plan for financial stability. Patrick Dixon and Linda Ingram-Jasa took over Faces Spa in 2024 and invested first in systems and staff, a decision that has produced a 4.7 Google rating and a loyal client base. Bob Swanda started as a truck driver at Independent Roofing Company in 1975 and bought the business decades later. He built it on one rule: employees and taxes get paid before he does. Melissa Mroczek left a corporate job in 2019 to launch Nomad Wax, building a candle brand on ingredients free of the chemicals found in most retail fragrance products, and delivering orders herself when the pandemic closed down her events.
Readers may have noticed that we changed the position of our Midlands Leaders article, which used to wrap around the crossword puzzle. These young professionals deserve to be more in the spotlight, so we gave them their own full page. This week’s subject definitely deserves the spotlight. Mark Wong is a multimedia developer whose career spans web development, graphic design, marketing and public relations, built on a work ethic shaped by growing up in a povertystricken Stockholm, Sweden, neighborhood. He serves on the Greater Omaha Chamber’s Young Professionals Leadership Committee, is a Leadership Omaha Class 48 graduate, and in 2026 received the Key to the City of Omaha from Mayor John Ewing Jr.
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SBA doubles loan cap to $10M
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s combined 7(a) and 504 lending cap doubled to $10 million effective July 4, giving Nebraska manufacturers, franchisees and commercial real estate borrowers substantially more room for expansion financing. The increase is the first material lift in years and comes as SBA also rolled out streamlined underwriting aimed at accelerating approval times for growing small firms.
Plaza de la Raza breaks ground
Construction started on the $25 million Plaza de la Raza project in south Omaha, an RDG Planning & Design-led development in partnership with Canopy South, the Latino Economic Development Council and the City of Omaha. The plaza will combine mixed-use commercial space, community programming and gathering areas along the South 24th Street corridor, reshaping the historic neighborhood’s commercial spine.
Trader Joe’s gets Omaha permit
Trader Joe’s secured a building permit for construction of a 13,500-square-foot store at the Avenue One mixeduse development at 192nd and West Dodge. Construction costs are estimated at roughly $850,000, with an opening targeted for summer 2027. It will be the specialty grocer’s first Nebraska store and a major anchor for the fast-growing west Omaha retail node.
Amazon drone hub FAA window open
The Federal Aviation Administration’s public-comment window on Amazon Prime Air’s proposed Papillion dronedelivery center closes July 22. The delivery center would join Amazon’s small national network of Prime Air facilities and mark one of the metro’s first commercial drone-logistics operations. Sarpy County officials are weighing local infrastructure impacts alongside the federal airspace review.
Scooter’s breaks ground on $40M facility
Scooter’s Coffee broke ground June 30 on a $40 million distribution center in Papillion, the Omaha-based chain’s third such center in the country. The facility will supply beans, syrups and supplies to a network of nearly 1,000 drive-thru stores. Company leaders said the Papillion site will support continued unit growth and shorten delivery times across the Midwest and Plains markets.
Restaurant roundup: Sonny’s, South O
Sonny’s Second Home opened in the Builders District downtown as a seasonal outdoor bar tied to Film Streams’ summer series. Meanwhile, South O Sandwich Co. launched downtown with a workforce-development and reentry hiring model. Both openings extend Omaha’s food and beverage buildout in the central business district as operators bet on returning office traffic and event-driven weekend crowds.
State finalizes cannabis rules
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen and Attorney General Mike Hilgers approved permanent medical-cannabis regulations from Nebraska’s Medical Cannabis Commission on July 6. The final rules cap the market at 12 dispensaries statewide; ban smokable, vape and edible products; and set a five-ounce, 30-day patient limit. Cultivation, testing and dispensing licensure can now advance under a tightly regulated rollout.
Sports betting petitions filed
Tax Relief Nebraska filed roughly 350,000 voter signatures July 2 in favor of placing online sports betting measures on the ballot, including a constitutional amendment and companion statute. If certified, the measures would legalize mobile wagering statewide with tax revenue directed toward property tax relief.
Voter-initiative petition submitted
The Respect Nebraska Voters campaign filed roughly 186,000 signatures for a ballot initiative that would require a four-fifths legislative supermajority to amend voter-approved measures. The proposal responds to legislative rewrites of past initiatives including medical cannabis and paid sick leave. If certified, the measures would appear on the 2026 ballot this fall.
Nebraska leads CRP enrollment
Nebraska ranked among the top three states in U.S. Department of Agriculture’s 2026 general Conservation Reserve Program signup, comprising 2.2 million acres nationally. Nebraska, Colorado and South Dakota drove enrollment in the program. Payments to Nebraska producers will support longterm soil, water and habitat conservation. USDA said the signup helps stabilize commodity supply while advancing climatesmart agriculture goals on marginal cropland.
Local Farm Bureau backs renewal
Nebraska Farm Bureau publicly urged a stronger renewal of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, citing about $3.5 billion in annual state agricultural and manufacturing trade with the two nations. The push comes as the Trump administration launches the pact’s July 1 sunset review. Nebraska producers export corn, soy, beef and pork across the North American corridor and face rising uncertainty during trade talks.
UP-NS merger STB response due
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern filed a supplemental submission to the Surface Transportation Board defending a proposed $85 billion merger, which would create the first coast-to-coast U.S. freight railroad and reshape regional freight capacity and rail-served industrial development. Additional filings from shippers, competitors and states are due by July 27.
Berkshire takes $10B Alphabet stake
Berkshire Hathaway participated in Alphabet’s $80 billion capital raise, taking a $10 billion private placement that lifts Berkshire’s Alphabet position to roughly 54 million shares. The move signals continued Berkshire conviction in artificial intelligence-linked platform economics and hands Alphabet fresh capacity for data center, cloud and AI infrastructure buildout, including its expanding Papillion, Omaha and Council Bluffs footprints.
Google confirms Lincoln data center
Google confirmed it is behind a proposed 2 million-squarefoot data center campus in Lincoln alongside a third Papillion facility. The Lincoln project, part of a combined $1.2 billion investment, extends Google’s Nebraska footprint beyond Papillion and Council Bluffs. It comes as Seward County approved a 12-month moratorium on new data center permits amid power and water-use scrutiny.
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Omaha Airport Business Park lease signed
Pacific Engineering Inc. signed the first lease at the new Omaha Airport Business Park in North Omaha. The Lincolnbased engineering and composite manufacturer will occupy a 150,000-square-foot facility and expects to create 150 jobs with an average annual salary of around $74,000.
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet opens in C.B.
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is expanding its metro footprint by opening a location in Council Bluffs. The discount retailer is leasing a 25,000-square-foot space in the Marketplace Shopping Center, taking over a former Joann fabric store. The new store is expected to open in early to mid-2027.
Spin Lofts development started
Lutheran Family Services, alongside Arch Icon Development, broke ground on the Spin Lofts in Council Bluffs. This mixeduse project will provide over 45 affordable, mixed-income apartments, including dedicated housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Residents will also have access to vital on-site support services.
CHI Health Mercy services discontinued
CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs announced it will permanently discontinue its labor and delivery and Level II NICU services. Hospital leadership cited severe provider shortages and the inability to sustain specialized clinical coverage over the long term as the primary reasons for the closure. All operations will transition across the Missouri River to other CHI Health facilities in Omaha.
Pillen orders budget cuts, hiring freeze
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen directed all state agencies, boards and commissions to cut monthly budget allotments by at least 5%. The clampdown follows an unexpected $307 million spike in tax refund payouts during fiscal year 2026, which outpaced incoming tax receipts and generated a $172 million deficit. Agencies face an immediate freeze on filling existing or creating new employee positions.
Southwest Iowa regional alliances merge
The Advance Southwest Iowa Corporation announced a formal integration with the Mills County Economic Development Foundation. Approved by county supervisors, the merger places Mills County under the Advance umbrella. The partnership introduces a shared leadership position designed to pool resources, streamline economic expansion and navigate the upcoming retirement of the Mills County economic director.
David City plant achieves milestone
Ag Processing Inc. successfully completed the first-ever U.S. unit train shipment of soybean oil departing from its David City facility. Driven by expanding domestic demand following updated federal biomass-based diesel volumes, the milestone confirms heavy industrial infrastructure investments. This enhanced distribution pipeline directly benefits regional cooperative farm owners by efficiently linking Nebraska agriculture directly to expanding renewable fuel markets.
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The ACE of Bennington VW SHOP BUILT ON ONE GOLDEN RULE
specializing in classic Volkswagens to concours quality.
“The (shop) in Kansas City, we used to go down and drag race because it was sponsored by the big Volkswagen shop down there, but they don’t exist anymore,” Sloma said.
One shop meeting that demand sits at the dead end of an unassuming lane in Bennington — run by a man whose crooked knuckles tell the story before he says a word.
Coming together
Mike Carroll’s hands show a pain of love from turning wrenches on classic Volkswagens for at least 40 years. Still, Carroll doesn’t bring attention to the fact that he’s turned his hobby into something special.
“The Omaha Volkswagen Club would get together at Greg’s shop in Elkhorn and we would work on each other’s cars, and hang out … once a week,” Carroll said. “That was probably in ‘05.”
These aging cars increasingly required special care, and this group of enthusiasts were willing to help anyone in need.
“We had all sorts of people come over,” Carroll said of those shop nights. “We had some people who wanted to learn, and some travelers who just wanted someone to fix (their vehicle) so they could get back on the road.”
“Somewhere around ‘06, we started talking about going drag racing, so we hunted down a (Beetle), and a bunch of guys pitched in the money,” Carroll said. “We learned how to make it go fast, and Greg named it Air Cooled Express (ACE).”
Carroll’s eyes sparkle when talking about that 110-mph capable vehicle. “That
MIKE CARROLL, OWNER OF AIR COOLED EXPRESS AUTO SHOP (PHOTO BY ROGER HUMPHRIES)
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You can spend a lot of money restoring a car for a car show, which might be a $60,000 paint job, a $15,000 engine, and an $8,000 interior.
was cool because when we’d go to the track, they would see it and they’d go, 'Oh, hey, there’s Air Cooled Express.' I knew how to work on Volkswagens, I’ve been doing it since I was 15, but I’d never built anything that fast.”
Carroll was one of many people consistently turning wrenches on that car and sitting in the driver’s seat.
“There’s a sticker on the back that says, ‘Racing by committee since 2006,’” Sloma said. “The whole idea of racing by committee was it’s a club deal. There’s been Friday nights down there where there might be 12 people driving it, just trying to get the best time (on the track).”
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What goes around comes around
When the economy softened around 2008, Sloma saw Carroll at the shop during the workday and asked why. Carroll, then a self-employed flooring contractor, told Sloma he had no work.
Carroll said, “Greg told me point-blank, ‘Well, quit fixing all your friends’ cars for free.’”
Carroll took that advice, along with his years of knowledge, to heart. He opened the Bennington shop and named it after the beloved drag Bug. He wasn’t sure it would work as a business.
Sloma, however, knew he could make it.
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The ACE of Bennington
VW SHOP BUILT ON ONE GOLDEN RULE
Old Volkswagens don’t get fixed for transportation. They get fixed for memories.
“Mike (has) a good ability to interpret what some customer is telling him and deliver what they wanted. That’s hard a lot of times, particularly with old cars,” Sloma said.
It wasn’t just that he was fixing the engine of a 50-year-old car, he was often fixing the heartbeat of a family.
“Old Volkswagens don’t get fixed for transportation,” said Terry Wolfe, a friend and retiree from Educational Service Unit 3. “They get fixed for memories.”
Some of Carroll’s favorite client cars were fixed for memories.
“That one,” Carroll said, pointing to a plaque of a framed article from a national Volkswagen magazine on the office wall. “That one was pretty special.”
The article describes a vehicle named “Beep Beep,” owned by Omaha entrepreneur John Adair (now deceased). Carroll and his crew spent a year and a
— TERRY WOLFE
half restoring this Volkswagen bus, a deluxe model that was luxury and rare even in the early 1960s. Some of the parts were so rare, Carroll and his small team, which then included Wolfe, repaired everything possible due to the near-impossibility of finding parts. The vehicle restoration was a source of pride for all involved; this vehicle, which Carroll and his team pulled out of an Iowa forest, carried Adair and his wife across Germany during their 1960 honeymoon.
Coming to Carroll
The first month of business, Carroll worked out of Sloma’s shop in Elkhorn; then, mutual friend Jim Chambers found the current Bennington location and brought it to Carroll’s attention. Sloma and others helped with rent in the first few months,
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Within six months, I was so busy I had to hire somebody to help me.
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knowing Carroll was going to be successful. It didn’t take long.
“Within six months, I was so busy I had to hire somebody to help me,” Carroll said. Needing others meant learning to trust others to meet his standards, but Carroll already knew the right people. His first employee was a young man named Ben Dean who had joined the Omaha Volkswagen Club as a teenager; today, he’s an engineer for Chrysler. Friend Danny Kaven stopped by one night to borrow a tool and told Carroll to call if he ever needed a pair of hands. Several months later, Carroll told Kaven he needed help. Minutes after that conversation, Carroll was in the office finishing paperwork and heard clanking from the shop. The business was closed for the night.
“What are you doing?” Carroll asked.
“There’s work to be done,” Kaven said.
The Fraud Risk Many Business Owners Underestimate
By John Grose, FNBO Senior Vice President, Commercial Banking
It starts with an email or phone call from someone who sounds exactly like a person you trust, like a CFO approving a wire or a long-time vendor changing banking details. The request feels routine, even urgent. An employee sends the payment, and by the time anyone questions it, the funds have already moved through multiple accounts and are gone.
A piece of business advice from Sloma echoes Carroll’s own values. “All you need to do is keep fixing them right, the way you know is right,” Sloma told him. “Don’t let anybody talk you into doing it quick or cheap, and you’ll always have a good reputation.”
“I had Air Cooled Express build me a Type 4 engine in 2014,” said Andrew Philbrick of Iowa City. “I could do the installation myself, but I am not skilled enough to build an engine which is why I asked Mike to do it for me.”
Carroll, however, prefers to define success by the office people built for him so he could get away from the mechanical noise and concentrate on paperwork, or the monthly third Thursday gatherings with fellow VW enthusiasts who sometimes come with snacks to share.
“I have some amazing friends,” he said.
These are not edge cases. The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center reported $16.6 billion in cybercrime losses in 2024, with Business Email Compromise alone accounting for $2.77 billion. Attacks through email, phone calls, AI and deepfakes continue to grow because they exploit trust rather than technical vulnerabilities.
Small and mid-sized businesses are often prime targets because they may lack layered financial controls. Once fraud occurs, recovery is difficult. Criminals can move and convert funds within hours, leaving only a narrow window for intervention.
Many business owners assume their commercial accounts have the same protections as personal accounts. In reality, commercial accounts operate under different legal frameworks, where businesses are expected to maintain strong internal controls and quickly identify unauthorized activity.
Protecting your business requires vigilance. Monitor accounts daily, require dual approval for wires and ACH payments, verify requests by calling a known phone number and use fraud-prevention tools such as Positive Pay. Limiting system access and using multi-factor authentication can further reduce risk.
A commercial banker can help businesses evaluate payment controls, establish effective approval processes and identify vulnerabilities before criminals do.
Prevention is the only reliable defense. Once money leaves the account, recovery is uncertain and time is not on your side.
For six practical steps businesses can take to help reduce fraud risk, visit fnbo.com/preventfraud.
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Delmich Office Cleaning
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Work Smarter, Not Harder DOTSONS BUILD SUCCESS ON TRUST, NOT CONTRACTS
Looking for a new business, Don Dotson never thought he’d own a cleaning service, but when the opportunity arose to buy Delmich Office Cleaning in 2005, he figured it’d be easier than others he explored. Perception can be misleading.
After years in manufacturing, Dotson wanted his own company but couldn’t find a good fit.
“I found one that was tanking,” he said.
Profitable business
He asked his business broker about other opportunities, something that would be profitable.
“He rattled off three,” Dotson said. “One was a neon sign company. The other was this cleaning business. I thought, ‘Well, it’s a cleaning business. How hard can that be?’ Then I realized, after I got it, there’s a reason every business owner complains, because it was tough.”
Operating as the previous owner had, Dotson noticed customers weren’t happy, so he made major changes, eliminating contracts among them.
“You can use it for a month and if you don’t like it, fire us,” Dotson said. “No subcontractors. With everybody being our employee, we’ve vetted them, and you’ve got the same person each time. We guarantee you’re able to speak directly to the person. If you’ve got minor things, just tell the cleaner, or write in the communication book, and they’ll write back. You don’t have to call our office and play phone tag.”
Work smarter
Dotson said he realized he needed to “work smarter, not harder.”
“I was spending too much time cleaning and not enough managing,” he said. “My record is 73 toilets (cleaned) in one night.”
A chance meeting with a customer led to a major overhaul. While cleaning carpets, a man asked why, as the owner, he was performing an employee’s task.
The client was a business coach who taught Dotson a lesson in ownership.
“’You get the employees you deserve,’ he told me,” Dotson said. “I use that for most anything now. You get the friends you deserve. The financial situation you deserve. The business you deserve. If you’re callous to your friends, you won’t have friends. If you don’t do anything in your business, you’ll have a junk business.”
His advice resonated. Within 18 months, Delmich Office Cleaning operated completely differently, focusing solely on the janitorial business.
Community service
The company provides cleaning services to nonprofits at discounted rates and provides free cleaning to veterans in need.
With an office in Lincoln, Delmich Office Cleaning looks to expand into the Kansas City area in 2026, Dotson said.
If he could work a shift with his younger self, Dotson would say to himself the only way to learn is to have struggles and overcome them.
“It’s kind of like riding a bike,” Dotson said. “You can read all the books, go to seminars, but you still don’t know how until you get on it. You fall down a few times. It’s the same with business. We struggled at the beginning. That’s the learning process. Same with a bike, you’re going to fall down.”
What started as a nonprofit career path for Joey McKernan has transformed into an unexpected professional journey that today serves nonprofits regionally in the world of fundraising.
McKernan, alongside his wife, Olivia, opened the doors to Equip Global in 2023 after nearly two decades of serving a handful of nonprofits in a variety of roles.
“I developed a passion for seeing nonprofits thrive but I saw a gap,” McKernan said. “I saw so many nonprofits that were struggling. They have incredible missions and hearts to change the world but the business side of things was always a challenge.”
Stability as a foundation
Many who enter the nonprofit sector dive deep into the organization’s mission. Without consistent philanthropic funding, however, that core service can be reduced significantly or eliminated entirely. McKernan developed Equip Global to work closely with nonprofits to better understand their current financial position and offer new ways to raise critical dollars, year after year, even in lean economic times.
“In our work I wanted to stabilize cash flow in those organizations,” McKernan said. “I didn’t know at first if it
would excite people. We didn’t help with campaigns at first; our work was about stability, and that’s what we found our nonprofit clients wanted: to build financial stability. That was where we focused at the start.”
Today, Equip Global has client success stories across a variety of communities including Omaha, Lincoln, Norfolk, Des Moines, Dallas and even North Dakota.
One dollar at a time
Through Equip Global, nonprofits receive guidance one dollar at a time.
“Our clients receive frameworks on how to raise not just major gifts, but also monthly gifts,” McKernan said. “We help them understand the complicated functions of fundraising in a simple way and as a result, we see them have a lot of aha moments.”
One example is the company’s main program, known as Thrive. Working alongside a fundraising coach, nonprofit leaders receive in-depth training on fundraising models and tools. The licensed, nine-step program offers proven guidance to secure financial donations starting at $25,000.
“With Thrive, we customize the program around the nonprofit,” McKernan said.
Beyond handshakes, lunch dates
McKernan also emphasized the many layers of development. Securing five- and six-figure gifts is much more than having mutual friends or hosting an engaging conversation over lunch.
“(Fundraising) is so much more than just meeting donors and asking for money,” he said. “There are several meetings, building trust, reviewing prior giving, more research on the funder, getting a better idea of who the nonprofit is collaborating with. That’s just the beginning.”
Drawing on his own career working in the Omaha nonprofit sector and what it grew into, McKernan reflects upon the impact Equip Global has today and will have in the future.
“Everything has a purpose,” he said. “I was not the most patient person early in my career. I didn’t know, for example, that leading a volunteer group would help me later on. Fundraising, at times, was frustrating, but you have to go through it to get to the next place. It helped us get to where we are today.”
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Faces Spa
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Patrick Dixon sometimes jokes that he became co-owner of Faces Spa accidentally.
“I came in to buy a gift card for my wife,” he said with a laugh, “and wound up co-owner.”
Dixon and Linda Ingram-Jasa already had a working relationship before becoming co-owners at Faces Spa. Dixon was a manager at Cargill and Ingram-Jasa was the president of Jasa Transit, so their paths crossed frequently. Together, they purchased Faces Spa in May of 2024 and immediately set out to improve the spa’s equipment and processes.
Investing in the experience
An experienced staff and an impressive building were already in place but it quickly became obvious to Dixon and Ingram-Jasa that some upgrades were sorely needed, especially when it came to the systems the front desk used to keep everything running smoothly. While adequate, the systems didn’t deliver the ease of use and the potential for growth the new owners were looking for. The pair also wanted upgraded equipment to use in spa services.
Making the decision to upgrade became a pivotal moment for Ingram-Jasa and Dixon, as it represented an investment into the success of the business. Both acknowledged that providing top-notch spa services was important but also acknowledged that making things more efficient for the staff is equally important.
The result of the investment has been happy staff with a notably lower turnover rate and consistently satisfied clients, as is evident by the spa’s average Google rating of around 4.7 out of hundreds of reviews. They’re listed in the Top 10 Best Day Spas
Near Omaha list on Yelp and have appeared on other notable lists of top spas in the metro area.
Rooted in the community
In addition to a talented staff and a loyal client base, IngramJasa and Dixon both credit some of the success of Faces Spa to their dedication to serving the local community. Whenever possible, the duo purchases supplies locally. For example, when clients book three or more consecutive services in one day, the spa will bring in lunch for them, meals ordered from the Village Grinder in Countryside Village, a nod to Faces Spa’s beginnings in that shopping center. It would certainly be easier to order lunch from a chain restaurant, but Dixon and Ingram-Jasa prefer to support local businesses.
When the time comes to purchase cleaning supplies, they again frequent local companies in a nearby shopping center instead of ordering the supplies online.
Faces Spa supports a variety of nonprofit organizations, including the Nebraska Humane Society, Joslyn Castle and some local high schools. In addition, Dixon and Ingram-Jasa serve as Rotary members.
The company’s full-service menu reflects the co-owners’ commitment to meeting clients where they are. Services span facials, therapeutic massage, body treatments and nail care as well as a medi-spa offering injectables and anti-aging treatments. Dixon and Ingram-Jasa continue to look for opportunities to grow the business while staying true to what has made it successful: a talented team, quality products and a genuine dedication to the well-being of every client who walks through the door.
Quality, Safety, Integrity FROM TRUCK DRIVER TO OWNER OVER HALF A CENTURY
Bob Swanda wasn’t setting out to own a roofing company when he joined the business in 1975 as a truck driver. Beforehand, he was a newlywed making $3.80 an hour repairing tools, and his mother-in-law, who was a bookkeeper for Independent Roofing Company, suggested he apply to be a truck driver there so he could bump his income up to $5 an hour.
Two years later, he approached his boss to ask about moving to a sales position.
“He asked me if I could read a blueprint, and I said, ‘No, but I can figure out how to do that,’” Swanda said.
Leading for decades
Swanda purchased the company 10 years ago, capping his rise from entry-level truck driver. Along the way, Swanda has learned a great deal and he’s put that knowledge to work in a set of strict rules he follows as an owner. Employees and taxes are always paid before he’s paid. He treats people right and hopes that he’ll be treated right as a result. And since his business works in the Omaha area and gets paid in the Omaha area, the business enthusiastically gives back to the local community.
In his early years as an owner, there were instances when he didn’t take a paycheck to ensure that everyone else got paid and the doors stayed open. “Business in the late ‘90s and the early 2000s was always tough and you didn’t know if you were going to make it or not make it,” he said.
Independent Roofing Company is an avid supporter of the Omaha Home for Boys and has been known to help local nonprofits such as churches with roof repair, but they do so
quietly and without fanfare.
The company’s uncompromising focus on safety sets Independent Roofing Company apart from other companies in the industry, Swanda said. He invests heavily in safety training and equipment to ensure employees avoid mishaps and can return to their families at the end of the day.
Community service and philanthropy
Independent Roofing Company boasts a long list of industry and quality awards, including the 2024 Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) Community Impact Award, recognizing community service and philanthropy.
Swanda said he considers Independent Roofing Company to be an “offshoot of the way I do things and how I feel about things,” which is why there’s such a focus on the balance of providing quality service while maintaining integrity and serving others.
Now contemplating retirement, Swanda is mentoring an employee to eventually take the reins of the company. She’s not a truck driver like Swanda was when he started out with Independent Roofing Company, but she started out working part-time for the business doing data entry and has moved up through the ranks.
His advice to his mentee, as for all aspiring business owners, is to stay true to themselves. He said the company is living proof that a business can run successfully without being cutthroat and can give back to the community without expecting much in return.
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OWNER: BOB SWANDA
NO. OF EMPLOYEES: APPROXIMATELY 40-50
ADDRESS: 6102 ARBOR ST., NO. 5
OMAHA, NE 68106
PHONE: 402-348-0909
WEBSITE: INDEPENDENTROOFING.NET
HOURS: MON-FRI: 7 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
BOB SWANDA
Nomad Wax
BY BROOKE STRICKLAND | PHOTOGRAPHY BY DEBRA S. KAPLAN
MELISSA MROCZEK, OWNER
The
Clean Scent of Success BOUTIQUE STORE DELIVERS A DIFFERENT KIND OF CANDLE
After learning about the many endocrine-disrupting chemicals in most retail candles and fragrance products, Melissa Mroczek decided to start making candles for herself using clean, safe ingredients. Understanding what it’s like to live with allergies and other sensitivities, she left her corporate job in 2019 and took the leap into the world of entrepreneurism to launch her own candle brand.
Mroczek created a website as a marketing portfolio project, reached out to some local boutiques to see if she could join their Valentine’s Day pop-ups as a vendor, and then applied for a spot at the popular flea market Junkstock.
“I got in and then became totally hooked on building Nomad as a business,” she said. “Being accepted as a vendor and then having customers love what I was doing really gave me the confidence to keep going.”
Getting creative
When the pandemic hit and in-person events slowed or completely stopped, she had to get creative on how to keep Nomad Wax growing. Mroczek started offering home delivery for online orders. Today she still hears from customers who remember her father delivering orders and staying a while to chat.
“As an Omaha native, being a meaningful strand of the community fabric is so important to me,” she said.
Nomad Wax stands apart with its commitment to creating clean, simple scent products that have no phthalates, parabens, sulfates, lead or zinc. All ingredients are vegan, organic and eco-friendly, and the products are handmade and never tested on animals. All products are manufactured in Omaha.
“When I started, the clean ingredients we used and the firm
commitment to create products safe for people, pets and the planet were different than what most other candle and fragrance brands were doing, especially locally,” Mroczek said.
“Most customers didn’t really care, as long as the products smelled good. In the past three years, I have seen a lot more awareness around the ingredients in candles and fragrance products. While it has become more mainstream to use cleaner ingredients it has always been the core foundation of the Nomad brand to handcraft a clean, simple scent that smells amazing and is safe to use.”
A commitment to others
Mroczek and her team at Nomad Wax have also prioritized charitable giving.
“We have participated in so many charitable events through donations of time, money and products, and as a vendor for galas and events,” she said. “I love being a part of what others are doing to improve and support Omaha.”
One example is the company’s 2020 Be the Light giving campaign, where anyone could nominate a person for being a light to others and then receive a free candle.
There are exciting things on the horizon for Nomad Wax. In 2025, the company was part of Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Businesses program, which introduced Mroczek to a large network of small business peers. Through the program, she also developed a new business channel that is currently being developed.
“The next big goal is to launch that,” she said. “I’d love to get into some retail stores.”
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NO. OF EMPLOYEES: 4
PHONE: 402-807-5353
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Twelve Weekends to Go
ONE VERY GOOD EXCUSE TO LACE UP THE SNEAKERS
BY ANDEE HOIG
I’ll tell you up front: I’m a walker. I love runners. I have a lot of them in my life, and I have watched them do genuinely astonishing things with their Saturday mornings. But I’m not one of them. The finish line photos catch me somewhere well behind the folks in the compression socks, and that’s just the deal.
Here’s the part I’ll admit: it used to bother me. There was a stretch when it mattered a great deal that I was at the back. When I’d watch the crowd thin out ahead of me and feel something tighten up. When coming in last felt like a verdict instead of a distance.
It isn’t anymore. That realization took a lot of finish lines, and I’d like to save you some of the trip: nobody is grading you. The people cheering at 9:15 are the same people still cheering at 10:40 when you cross. The satisfaction of showing up and just doing it is thrilling. And the medal is the same medal — I cherish each and every one of them.
What matters is that on July 18 — my 60th birthday — I’m at the starting line of the Head for the Cure 5K in Omaha, chipping away at my goal of 60 5Ks in my 60th year.
I planned to be at 30 that morning. A tidy halfway point, landing right on the day. I’m not going to be at 30.
I’m at 20.
Life happened. Midlands Business Journal turned 50, a milestone that does not celebrate itself. Then, we moved the office after 47 years in the Boardwalk Shopping Center, eating up weekends with long days, grueling at times, and leaving me exhausted.
So I’m behind. Ten races behind, if we’re counting, and we are.
I’m also more determined than I have been all year. I will be at the start lines, the charity walks. And if it comes down to it, I will absolutely log a virtual 5K — bib printed at the office, three miles around my own neighborhood on a Tuesday night, no cheering crowd, no finish line arch. They all count.
Because I went looking at what’s on the calendar for the next 12 weekends in the greater Omaha area, expecting to find a handful of options. I found 36.
There is a race with popsicles waiting for participants at the Zorinsky Lake finish line. A women-and-girls-only 5K on Labor Day morning. An inaugural marathon weekend at Werner Park. A field of people running through Papillion in boxer shorts to talk about colon cancer screening; which is exactly as funny and as serious as it sounds. Grown adults in capes. A 25th-anniversary walk on the riverfront. An orchard 5K in Council Bluffs just as when the leaves turn colors.
Some are races. Many are walks. Nearly all of them raise money for a cause, from brain cancer research to women’s heart health.
And here’s the thing I keep coming back to, after 50 of these at age 50 and 20 (so far) at age 60: the cause gets you to register, but the people get you to come back. You show up, you move your body for three miles, you talk to somebody you’ve never met, and you go home having done something small and unmistakably good.
Twelve weekends. Forty 5Ks to go. Pick one and come find me.
Twelve weekends. Forty 5Ks to go. Pick one and come find me.
Andee’s 5K Calendar
Registration details for all of these are one search away — start with RunSignup, RaceRoster, RunningintheUSA or the organization’s own site. And a fair warning: several of these fill up.
July
July 18 — Head for the Cure 5K in Omaha (Race No. 21)
July 18 — Crescent Hill 5K in Honey Creek, Iowa
July 25 — Heatwave Half Marathon in Omaha
August
Aug. 1 — Heatwave Half Marathon in Lincoln
Aug. 9 — Popsicle 5K/10K/Half at Zorinsky Lake Park in Omaha
Aug. 15 — Lucky Bucket 5K Off-Road Run in Ashland
Aug. 15 — Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk in Lincoln
Aug. 15 — Summer Sizzler in Lincoln
Aug. 22 — Summer Sizzler in Omaha
Aug. 29 — Run With Me for T1D 5K Run & Walk in Omaha
Aug. 29 — Omaha Runs with Purpose 5K
Aug. 30 — Boxer 500 at Werner Park, Papillion
September
Sept. 5 — Nebraska Marathon at Werner Park, Papillion.
Sept. 6 — Hoo Doo Hustle 5K in Neola, Iowa
Sept. 7 — Go Girl Run 5K in Omaha (Women and girls only)
Sept. 12 — Creighton ASDA Smiles-For-Miles Run/Walk in Omaha
Sept. 12 — Wabash Trace Running Festival in Shenandoah, Iowa
Sept. 13 — Rally for Life Run/Walk in Papillion
Sept. 19 — Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5K/10K in Omaha
Sept. 19 — AppleJack Fun Run & Walk in Nebraska City
Sept. 20 — Run With a Heart 5K at Miller’s Landing, Omaha
Sept. 20 — Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5K/10K in Ashland
Sept. 26 — Cops vs. Cancer: Lights & Sirens Run/Walk in Omaha
Sept. 26 — Scare Away Cancer Haunted Hustle in Omaha
Sept. 26 — Urology Cancer Awareness 5K/1M Walk Run in Lincoln
Sept. 27 — Omaha Marathon 5K downtown Omaha
Sept. 27 — Out of the Darkness Community Walk in Stinson Park, Omaha
Sept. 27 — Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk & Family Festival at the Riverfront in Omaha
October
Oct. 3 — Run the Platte in Springfield
Oct. 3 — Creighton University School of Medicine Walk for Wishes in Omaha
Oct. 4 — Breakthrough T1D Walk at Heartwood Preserve in Omaha
Oct. 4 — Ditmars Spiked Apple 5K in Council Bluffs
Oct. 10 — TurtleLiz JenMonkey Friendship Run in Lincoln
Oct. 11 — Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Greater Omaha
Oct. 11 — Magical Marvelous Memories 5K Run/Walk in Omaha
Oct. 11 — Superhero Heart Run in Papillion.
Thirty-six events. Twelve weekends. Not a single one of them cares how fast you go.
I need to complete 40 in 24 weekends. The back half of the year is thick with turkey trots and candy cane courses. The math is tight. It is not impossible. See you out there!
Want to follow along? Find me on Facebook at My 5K Journey, I’ll be posting every finish line, medal and all.
P.S.: Look for photo coverage right here in the pages of MBJ, plus the full Octoberthrough-December calendar as those dates firm up. There are a lot of them.
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NONPROFIT news
Malcolm X cultural center secures millions
The Malcolm X Memorial Foundation secured a massive $20 million state economic development grant July 6 to advance Phase II construction of its North Omaha cultural campus. The funding anchors a planned $40 million museum and cultural center project designed to transform the historic area into a global visitor destination. Future campus expansions will scale to over $100 million to add affordable housing, local public spaces, a hospitality hotel, and an integrated financial business incubator.
Omaha Port Authority seeds innovation
The Omaha Inland Port Authority erected project signage July 6, marking a milestone for its signature “innovation district” near 30th Street and Ames Avenue. Funded by a $30 million state grant, the nonprofit entity finalized property acquisitions across a 12-block area to spark commercial development. The massive urban initiative will feature affordable housing, local retailers, green spaces, and a creative construction campus. The authority also launched an impact fund offering local businesses specialized grants and utility loans.
Disaster experts meet at UNO
The IAEM-USA Region 7 Symposium will take place July 29 and 30 at the University of NebraskaOmaha campus. Hosted inside Mammel Hall, the formal regional resilience summit will gather emergency management professionals, county planners, and midwestern nonprofit coordinators from four states. Under the theme “Anchored in the Heartland,” expert speakers will hold interactive training sessions evaluating emerging public safety threats. Attendees will analyze multi-state operational coordination strategies to strengthen resource sharing and disaster response capabilities across the Great Plains.
Partnership 4 Kids needs new mentors
Partnership 4 Kids announced a major summer recruitment push July 2 to secure 50 additional volunteers for its Elementary Book Buddies classroom reading initiatives. This local nonprofit program connected community mentors with young students to build literacy skills and foster a lifelong love for learning. Volunteers dedicated their valuable time to visit Omaha schools and read directly with children. This expansion ensured more classrooms would receive vital academic support when the upcoming school year officially begins.
Lincoln Littles funds local childcare
Lincoln Littles distributed a substantial $210,000 Quality Enhancement Grant July 7 to upgrade municipal early childhood programs. The comprehensive funding directly targeted regional centers to bankroll extensive professional development, interactive learning tools, and updated safety curriculum. The nonprofit initiative immediately improved educational environments for nearly 2,000 students across Lincoln while providing crucial sliding-scale tuition subsidies to rescue roughly 500 vulnerable families facing steep local childcare costs.
Philanthropy dollars revitalize parks
Omaha city leaders finalized a massive municipal development framework July 6 to transform downtown public green spaces utilizing millions in private philanthropic contributions. Fueled by regional charitable donations, the urban renewal partnership focuses on completely revitalizing central plazas like the Gene Leahy Mall to spur local business connectivity. The civic project expanded pedestrian walking trails, added native botanical gardens, and constructed multi-tier climbing structures to safely draw daily workers, families, and commercial food vendors into the city’s geographic core.
Zorinsky Lake 5K battles brain cancer
The 13th annual Head for the Cure 5K race will take place at Zorinsky Lake Park July 18 to raise national awareness and vital research funding. Local runners, cancer survivors, and medical families will gather for the early morning timed athletic event. The athletic fundraiser aims to collect more than $90,000 to directly benefit regional brain tumor research initiatives. Local institutional beneficiaries include the Nebraska Medicine Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center and specialized pediatric programs.
Statewide CASA conference heads to Lincoln
Organizers finalized plans for the anticipated 2026 Nebraska CASA Statewide Conference, scheduled to take place in Lincoln Aug. 21 and 22. The comprehensive dual-day event will kick off with an interactive networking reception on a Friday evening, followed by extensive educational training sessions all day Saturday. Dedicated Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers, organizational staff, and regional child welfare supporters will gather from across Nebraska to collaborate, share modern strategies, and strengthen their shared legal advocacy missions in the community.
Small Business Summit shares AI trends
The upcoming Nebraska Small Business Conference 2026 will host its prominent local regional session in Omaha Aug. 15. Centered around the theme “Small Business, Smart Future,” this collaborative educational program will explore how rapidly evolving automation and artificial intelligence technologies are transforming local industries. Regional entrepreneurs, organizers, and nonprofit community partners can access completely free expert-led panels, interactive workshops, and valuable supplier networks to help guide modern business development into the digital future.
Make-A-Wish golf outing July 17
The 21st annual Lincoln Federal Savings Bank Golf Tournament will take place July 17 at Woodland Hills Golf Course to benefit Make-A-Wish Nebraska. Organized as a competitive fourperson scramble, the athletic fundraiser will charge team entry fees to grant life-changing wishes for local children facing critical illnesses. The charity sports event features an early morning shotgun start followed by an awards banquet and community meal. Corporate sponsorships will significantly maximize the total revenue raised for the regional pediatric medical chapter.
Groups launch Omaha “People’s Budget”
Omaha advocacy groups launched “The People’s Budget” sessions July 7. This collaborative community event was hosted by civic education nonprofit Strongly Worded Letters at Family Housing Advisory Services. The primary goal was helping local residents understand and directly engage with the city’s annual budget process. This initiative made municipal spending highly accessible. It empowered citizens to influence crucial funding decisions regarding public safety, parks, and libraries to shape upcoming local resources for everyone.
Vending machines provide motherhood kits
Lincoln nonprofit Baby & Me launched an innovative community project July 2, distributing free emergency kits for mothers in need through public vending machines. Partnering directly with the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, the organization stocked accessible machines with essential diapers and wipes to assist parents experiencing sudden supply shortages. Demand spiked significantly during the launch week, with locals quickly utilizing over 80 emergency packages. The nonprofit planned to expand its regional outreach to support vulnerable families.
NAM endorses online fundraising rules
The Nonprofit Association of the Midlands officially endorsed new national ethical guidelines governing online fundraising platforms and strategies July 2. These updated corporate standards were designed to strictly enforce transparent digital practices across the entire region. They also ensured explicit donor consent remained an absolute top priority during all charitable campaigns. By aligning local operations with these rigorous national metrics, the association helped Nebraska nonprofits fully maintain public trust and protect critical donor data.
Metro Mobility wins major trip record
Heartland Bike Share reported July 2 that its popular Free Rides Program successfully expanded metro mobility options for local residents. The local initiative achieved a record-breaking 17,000 total trips across the city. Over 2,700 unique Omaha locals actively utilized this active public transportation service to navigate their neighborhoods during the tracking period. This milestone highlighted the growing community demand for accessible, eco-friendly transit solutions and showcased the nonprofit’s massive impact on regional urban connectivity.
BUSINESS news Giving Businesses a Boost
GREATER OMAHA CHAMBER BRINGS DIGITAL TRAINING TO SMALL BUSINESSES
The Greater Omaha Chamber is launching Digital Boost, a new technology and digital business initiative designed to help small and emerging businesses strengthen operations, adopt digital tools and compete in today’s economy.
Digital Boost will offer workshops, technology training, one-on-one business consultations and practical resources that help entrepreneurs improve efficiency, expand their online presence and integrate technology into their day-to-day operations.
The first initiative under Digital Boost will launch July 30 through the national Small Business B(AI)sics program from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, with support from Google. The national initiative aims to equip 40,000 small businesses over the next three years with practical artificial intelligence skills, digital learning resources and in-person training opportunities.
The inaugural Small Business B(AI)sics workshops will provide free hands-on AI training designed to help small businesses grow, remain competitive and strengthen local economies. Participants will learn practical ways to apply artificial intelligence to real business challenges including improving marketing and customer engagement, streamlining operations, increasing workflow efficiency and enhancing productivity and decision-making.
“We are grateful to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Google for investing in small businesses and trusting the Greater Omaha Chamber to bring this national resource to Greater Omaha,” said Heath Mello, president and CEO of the Greater Omaha Chamber. “Digital transformation is no longer optional for entrepreneurs who want to compete, grow and reach new customers.
“Through Digital Boost, we are connecting local businesses to practical AI, e-commerce and technology training that can immediately strengthen their operations. This partnership reflects what chambers do best: bringing organizations together to expand opportunity and helping businesses thrive.”
“Digital Boost is designed to meet small and emerging businesses where they are and give them practical tools they can put to work right away,” said Alejandra Jimenez, director
of small and emerging business development for the chamber. “Our goal is to help entrepreneurs build confidence with technology, earn meaningful credentials and use digital tools to improve efficiency, strengthen decision-making and support long-term growth.”
Digital Boost will continue to expand through future workshops, training opportunities and strategic partnerships that help small businesses build digital skills, explore emerging technologies and adopt tools that support long-term growth and competitiveness.
Watch the chamber’s website, omahachamber.org, for registration information on the July 30 event and future training opportunities.
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Building Momentum Together
TOOLS, RELATIONSHIPS AND MOMENTUM THAT LAST
BY KAREN GIBLER, PRESIDENT AND CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OF THE SARPY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Growth rarely happens alone. It happens through new ideas, meaningful conversations and the encouragement to take the next step. That’s the vision behind the Sarpy County Chamber’s new Momentum Women’s Summit.
The Momentum Women’s Summit brings together women from across the region for a day centered on personal wellness, professional development and
professionals, business owners and community leaders. Conversations continue beyond the stage through the exhibitor expo, lunch and informal networking, creating an environment where new ideas and lasting relationships can grow.
The Sarpy County Chamber believes strong communities begin with strong leaders. By bringing women together to share experiences, encourage
Momentum isn’t about making one big leap. It’s about taking the next step with confidence, purpose and the support of those around you.
leadership. Rather than focusing on perfection, the event embraces a simple message: “It’s not about fixing yourself. It’s about building momentum.”
Whether attendees are launching a business, advancing their careers, leading teams or navigating a new chapter in life, the summit offers opportunities to learn from experienced speakers while connecting with women facing many of the same opportunities and challenges.
Throughout the day, participants will hear from keynote speakers, choose from educational breakout sessions and spend time networking with fellow
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one another and invest in personal and professional growth, the Momentum Women’s Summit aims to strengthen not only individual careers, but also local businesses, nonprofits and the communities they serve.
The Momentum Women’s Summit is more than a one-day event; it marks the beginning of an annual signature event focused on empowering women through education, connection and leadership. By investing in women today, the chamber is helping build stronger businesses, stronger leaders and a stronger community for years to come.
SPONSOR THE MOMENTUM WOMEN’S SUMMIT AND CONNECT WITH REGIONAL LEADERS
The Momentum Women’s Summit offers businesses a meaningful opportunity to support women in leadership while connecting with professionals from across the region. Sponsorships help make the event possible while providing valuable visibility before, during and after the summit.
Businesses can choose from five sponsorship levels:
• Icon – Premier event recognition, keynote introduction opportunity, expo booth, eight event tickets and prominent branding throughout the event.
• Trailblazer – Introduce a breakout session, receive event recognition, expo booth, six event tickets and promotional visibility.
• Powerhouse – Recognition during a breakout session, branded attendee takeaway opportunity and four event tickets.
• Boss Lady – Event signage, social media recognition, swag bag giveaway opportunity and two event tickets.
• Expo Booth – Showcase products or services with dedicated exhibitor space and direct engagement with attendees.
Whether sponsoring the event or exhibiting, businesses have the opportunity to support an event that invests in women while building meaningful connections within the Sarpy County business community. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities or register, visit sarpychamber.org/events or contact the Sarpy County Chamber of Commerce.
Address: 1243 Golden Gate Drive, Suite 1 Papillion, NE 68046
Social Media: facebook.com/SarpyChamber linkedin.com/in/sarpychamber
KAREN GIBLER, PRESIDENT AND CAO OF THE SARPY COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MIDLANDS LEADERS q&a
MARK WONG, FULL-STACK WEB DEVELOPER
Midlands Leaders is a weekly section showcasing individuals who are making an impact in the community through their professional and volunteer endeavors. To nominate someone for this section, email news@mbj. com with the individual’s name, position, company and email.
Bio:
Mark Wong is a multimedia developer whose career blends technology, creativity and community leadership. Fluent in English, Chinese and Swedish, he has built expertise across web development, graphic design, marketing, advertising, public relations and multimedia production.
MARK WONG
Growing up in a poverty-stricken neighborhood of Stockholm, Sweden, shaped his work ethic, resilience and appreciation for the opportunities he has today. While competing as a collegiate track and field athlete, he continually sought opportunities to broaden his perspective through diverse creative disciplines, believing the strongest innovators are those with wide-ranging experiences.
Wong earned degrees in advertising/public relations and media productions from Hastings College. He serves on the Greater Omaha Chamber’s Young Professionals Leadership Committee, which was recognized with the organization’s 2025 Volunteers of the Year award. He is also a graduate of Leadership Omaha’s Class 48, a member of Omaha West Rotary, and a third-year mentor with the University of Nebraska Omaha’s CBA Scholars Academy. In 2026, he was honored with the Key to the City of Omaha by Mayor John Ewing Jr. in recognition of his volunteer service.
What sparked your interest in tech?
Technology has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. My parents enrolled me in computer classes at a young age and by 14 I had built my first computer. Even
then, I didn’t necessarily see it as my future career. When I was in high school, my guidance counselor encouraged me to pursue political science and diplomacy because I was fluent in multiple languages and he felt those skills would be a natural fit. I followed that path into college but after taking a lobbying course, I realized it wasn’t where I saw myself long term. I naturally gravitated back to technology, where I found the perfect blend of creativity, problem solving and continuous learning. Looking back, it feels like I simply returned to something that had always been a part of who I am.
What do you enjoy most about your work?
What I enjoy most is that no two days are the same. Every project presents a new creative or technical challenge, which keeps the work engaging and gives me the opportunity to continuously learn. I also appreciate the flexibility that comes with my role, allowing me to manage my schedule while delivering results for clients.
Without question, one of the biggest perks is getting to spend my workdays alongside my dog, Bronco, who has become my favorite coworker.
Having seen this industry from different angles, including as an entrepreneur, what fundamental elements did you take from each role?
One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that the best solution today may not be the best solution tomorrow. Technology evolves so quickly that being willing to adapt, pivot and continuously learn is far more valuable than becoming attached to a single tool or approach.
Having worked as a developer, freelancer and entrepreneur has also taught me to look beyond the code. Every project is ultimately about solving a problem for someone, whether it’s improving a customer’s experience, helping a business grow, or making a process more efficient. That combination of technical adaptability and business perspective allows me to build solutions that aren’t just functional, but meaningful.
How would you rate local opportunities for students and career-changers to get into the tech field?
I think the opportunities are stronger today than they’ve ever been. Between our universities, community colleges, coding boot camps, online learning platforms and a growing number of local organizations that support
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workforce development, there are more pathways into tech than ever before.
That said, I always encourage people not to wait for the “perfect” opportunity. Technology is one of the few industries where curiosity, self-learning and a strong portfolio can open doors alongside a traditional degree. Some of the best developers I’ve met are lifelong learners who never stopped building, experimenting and adapting. Omaha has the resources to get started; the key is taking advantage of them and staying committed to continuous learning.
You are a graduate of Leadership Omaha 48; what did that experience give you?
Leadership Omaha will always be one of the defining experiences of my life. It gave me a deeper understanding of our community, introduced me to remarkable leaders, and challenged me to grow both personally and professionally. More than anything, it reinforced the values I already held around service, leadership and giving back while motivating me to become even more involved.
I’m continually inspired by what my fellow “48ers” are accomplishing throughout our community. Watching them lead, serve and make a difference reminds me that there’s always more we can do.
I genuinely believe Leadership Omaha is one of the best investments someone can make in themselves and in our community, and I would recommend it to anyone looking to grow as a leader.
You balance your professional career with several community service roles, including serving as a soccer coach and as a Rotarian. Why is that important to you?
I’m a firm believer in being a good neighbor. To me, that means more than just living in a community, it means actively investing in it. Whether it’s volunteering, serving through Rotary, mentoring or coaching a youth soccer team — which currently includes my niece, Nora — I believe we all have a responsibility to leave our communities a little better than we found them.
I’m also mindful that people, especially young people, are always watching. I hope to set an example for my nieces and nephews and anyone else who may be paying attention that success isn’t just measured by what you accomplish professionally. It’s how you show up for others.
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Driverless Future is Arriving Faster than Most Investors Realize
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Autonomous vehicles are no longer a science project. They’re here; operating on real roads, carrying actual passengers and beginning to move genuine freight. The shift has been quiet; like a frog in boiling water, it’s difficult to appreciate gradual changes. Driverless ride hailing is expanding city by city. Autonomous trucking is moving from pilot programs toward commercial routes. Personal vehicles aren’t fully autonomous yet but automakers are steadily pushing more advanced driverassistance features into everyday vehicles. The result is a technology that still feels futuristic, even as it increasingly becomes part of the present. Like many major breakthroughs, the progress may look gradual right up until it feels sudden.
The easy way to think about autonomous vehicles is that they replace the driver. That is true, but this technology may be more foundational. The first iPhone was not the obvious platform for Uber, TikTok, mobile banking, FaceTime, Apple Pay, DoorDash, Instagram or the entire creator economy. It was just a better phone. Autonomous vehicles may be similar; at first, they may look like a better taxi, a cheaper truck or a safer commute. Over time, they could change how cities are built, how goods are delivered, how older Americans stay mobile, how parking lots are used, how insurance is priced and how much of our lives are spent behind the wheel. The truly transformative ideas are probably the ones no one has imagined yet.
That is what makes this moment so fascinating. The
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4. Pea’s home
7. Drama film produced by Preston Lee and starring John Magaro
12. Omaha is close to this state’s border
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14. Powerful
16. Fragrant
18. In the habit of, 2 words
19. Pink lady ingredient
20. Bundles of grain
22. Supermodel Carangi
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24. Personal dignity, 2 words
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28. Insurer for military personnel
29. Omaha is known as “the gateway to the ___”
32. Five-time Wimbledon champ
35. Omaha based company which is the third largest ethanol producer in the U.S. - ____ Plains
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41. Spanish article
42. Determined to achieve, 2 words
43. Pianist and a notorious fiddler
44. Soft mineral used in powder
46. Actress Russo
47. Fraternal org., abbr.
49. Possesses
51. Laundry receptacle, 2 words
56. Mother, informally
59. Wyo. neighbor, abbr.
60. Sound setup
61. Historical period
62. Oxygenate
65. Location of Omaha beach in WWII
67. Large-scale computer commands
68. Single unit
69. Disney goldfish
70. Runs with a long stride
71. Unit of absorbed radiation
investment story is not just about cars without drivers, it is artificial intelligence moving through the physical world. Every autonomous mile requires chips, sensors, software, mapping, connectivity, data centers and enormous amounts of computing. It’s about identifying the winners of this emerging paradigm shift. Autonomous vehicles could be one of the clearest examples yet that AI is leaping from screens to the physical world and the story is just beginning.
Unless otherwise cited, the statements and commentary provided are opinions of Harrison Financial Services as of July 17, 2026, and are subject to change. There is no guarantee that any forecasts made will come to pass. This material does not constitute investment advice and is not intended as an endorsement of any specific investment or security. References to specific securities are intended to explain market drivers. Please remember that all investments carry some level of risk, including the potential loss of principal invested.
72. Rocky hilltop Down
1. This acid is used as an antiseptic
2. Words of refusal
3. Scottish flat cap
4. Spinach is one
5. Projecting bay window
6. Coffee without the kick
7. Musical works
8. Months, briefly
9. Chowed down
Garden shrub boundary
Playful caper
Shakespearean villain
15. Perfectly, 3 words 17. Deputy, briefly
Economical with money
25. Droops under a weight 26. Peeling knives
27. Flashing light device
29. Come first
30. Mariner’s dir., abbr. 31. California’s Big ___ 33. Win a pizza consumption contest, perhaps
Biochemistry abbr. 36. Berlioz’s “Les nuits d’___” 37. Vast stretch of time 38. Helmsman’s heading, abbr.
Sports network, abbr. 45. Made
48. Dwell on continually
Neutron’s home
Neeson of the big screen 52. Perfect 53. Drug trafficker, in slang 54. Spanish gentleman 55. Scandinavian currency unit
56. ___ Park (Thomas Edison’s home)
57. Judicial command 58. Sandwich spread 63. Dadaist Jean
Foot digit 66. Piece of legislation
some noise
Crossword by Myles Mellor
UPCOMING events
July 22
Healthcare and Business Networking | Elevating Your Potential - Omaha
Location: Moe & Curly’s Pub, 1011 Capitol Avenue
This multi-vertical networking gathering connects medical professionals, consultants, researchers and entrepreneurs. — eventbrite.com
July 22-24
Nebraska.Code() 2026
Location: Cornhusker Marriott Hotel, 333 S. 13th St. in Lincoln
Nebraska’s largest developer convention spans three intensive days of immersive software engineering workshops, technical panel sessions and collaborative enterprise tech networking. — nebraska-code.com
July 29-30
Secure & Connect 2026
Location: CHI Health Center, 455 N 10th St.
This major regional technology summit draws enterprise IT executives and operational security directors from multiple states to analyze modern cyberthreat intelligence and automated infrastructure solutions. — eventvesta.com
Aug. 4
Barchart Roadshow Series
Location: Johnny’s Cafe, 4702 S. 27th St.
This industry-focused business gathering showcases advanced market data tools, agribusiness technologies and software solutions optimizing workflow and commodity trading. — eventbrite.com
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Aug. 5-6
YBON Annual Conference
A roundup of upcoming events in the area
Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha La Vista Hotel & Conference Center, 12520 Westport Pkwy. in La Vista
The Young Bankers of Nebraska annual conference organized by the Nebraska Bankers Association provides a forum for career bankers to network, exchange ideas and connect with NBA education programs and resources. — nebankers.org
Aug. 21
CRE Summit 2026
Location: CHI Health Center, 455 N. 10th St.
Now in its 37th year, the Commercial Real Estate Summit is designed to help industry leaders gain momentum with innovative tools and information. The event draws up to 900 real estate and business professionals including appraisers, lenders, attorneys, brokers, architects, engineers, contractors and developers. Keynote speakers and a luncheon ceremony featuring Hall of Fame inductees and award winners are conference highlights.
— attendcresummit.com
Sept. 3-4
2026 Fall Agribusiness Conference
Location: Cornhusker Marriott Hotel, 333 S. 13th St. in Lincoln
This essential industry conference focuses on agricultural economic trends, rural commercial lending, credit risk management and evolving state compliance regulations. — web.nebankers.org
Sept. 9-10
Bio Innovations North America 2026
Location: Nebraska Innovation Campus, 2021 Transformation Drive in Lincoln
This prominent tech and science summit brings together industrial researchers, systems engineers and technology developers to explore advanced biological innovations.
— sourcelinknebraska.com/events
Sept. 11
Start-up to Success Small Business Conference
Location: DC Centre Banquet Facility, 11830 Stonegate Drive
This comprehensive conference provides small business owners with actionable insights regarding capital acquisition, strategic marketing and regional growth. — facebook.com/nebbiz
Sept. 15-17
P3 Banking & Fintech Conference
Location: Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District, 222 N. 10th St.
This collaborative corporate summit connects financial institutions, tech executives and fintech operators to explore embedded finance and strategic tech partnerships. — prominentpremierpartnersp3.wildapricot.org
Sept. 18
The Shift Summit
Location: Catalyst Omaha, 4601 Catalyst Court
This regional innovation conference is for tech executives, corporate dreamers and industry futurists to examine emerging technologies and bold market trends. — stubhub.com
Sept. 23
BrightSide 2026
Location: Tenaska Center for Arts Engagement, 1115 Dodge St. Workshop’s annual employee communications and culture conference brings together HR, communications, employee experience and marketing professionals for roundtable discussions, keynote presentations, interactive sessions and networking. The event focuses on practical strategies for internal communications and workplace culture. — useworkshop.com
IN THE spotlight
Steve Eck
FNIC IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE ADDITION OF STEVE ECK AS CHIEF SALES OFFICER
PAID
Effective July 7, 2026, Steve Eck joined FNIC as chief sales officer. Steve will lead the company’s sales strategy as FNIC continues to grow. He joins FNIC from FNBO, where he most recently served as managing director in commercial banking. Throughout his career, he has built strong relationships with business owners, and guided teams focused on delivering tailored financial solutions.
“I am incredibly excited to join FNIC,” Eck said. “The company has built an exceptional foundation over the last 110 years, and I look forward to working with the entire team to continue this legacy.”
In his new role, Steve will help advance FNIC’s growth initiatives, support sales leadership, and further strengthen FNIC’s commitment to building meaningful client relationships and delivering exceptional service.
“Steve’s leadership experience, strategic mindset, and relationship-focused approach make him a valuable addition to our team,” said Scott Hill, president of FNIC. FNICGROUP.COM
Natalie Dircks
MERIDIAN BUSINESS HIRES NATALIE DIRCKS
Meridian Business is pleased to welcome Natalie Dircks as a NetSuite financial consultant. Natalie brings experience in accounting, financial operations and finance process optimization with a background supporting growing organizations through financial reporting, audit support, lender compliance, spend management and accounting system improvements.
As a certified management accountant (CMA), she is passionate about helping organizations leverage NetSuite and its broader ecosystem of integrated applications to improve efficiency, strengthen financial reporting, and empower better business decisions. Welcome to the team, Natalie!
Mariana Hunt UNION BANK & TRUST PROMOTES HUNT
Union Bank & Trust (UBT) recently promoted Mariana Hunt to vice presidentrelationship manager in its Treasury Management department. Hunt brings nearly 17 years of UBT experience to her new role, where she will lead a team of relationship managers focused on growing and strengthening treasury management relationships among the bank’s business customers.
UBT.COM/ABOUT/DIRECTORY/MARIANA-HUNT
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NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
TO: KARA LARSEN
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on 02/12/26, the Plaintiff Credit Management Services, Inc., filed a Complaint in the COUNTY Court of DOUGLAS County, Nebraska, against you shown as Case Number CI26 4319. The object and prayer of which is a judgment in the amount of $705.00, plus court costs, pre-judgment interest and attorney fees, if applicable. The Complaint prays that judgment be entered against you. You are hereby notified that you must answer the Complaint on or before 08/30/26 at the COUNTY court of DOUGLAS County, OMAHA Nebraska.
Danielle C. Ihle #26177
P.O. Box 1512 Grand Island, NE 68802 (308) 398-3801
Attorney for Plaintiff services@credit-mgmt.com
First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
TO THE DEFENDANTS, CASANOVA BROOKS, JULIE BROOKS, PEEK-A-BOO LEARNING CENTER, GRE VENTURES, LLC, and PEEK-A-BOO LEARNING CENTER II, LLC: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Pacta Virtus, LLC filed its Complaint in the County Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, on April 7, 2026, Case No. CI 26-9029, seeking to recover $35,710.93 for unpaid legal services, together with interest, attorney fees, costs, and any other relief the Court deems just and equitable.
You must answer the Complaint on or before August 31, 2026, or the allegations in the Complaint may be taken as true and judgment entered against you accordingly. PACTA VIRTUS, LLC, Courtney L. Sharp, Attorneys for Plaintiff HORGAN LAW, LLC
13304 West Center Rd., Ste. 109 Omaha, Nebraska 68144
contact@horganlawfirm.com
First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF SILVER CREEK STABLES, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act, the Certificate of Organization of Silver Creek Stables, LLC (the “Company”) has been amended to change the name of the Company from “Silver Creek Stables, LLC” to “CBCB Holdings, LLC”. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on July 9, 2026. First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NR 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF MEADOWLARK PRAIRIE, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is MEADOWLARK PRAIRIE, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 16617 Leavenworth, Omaha, NE 68118. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on June 26, 2026 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc.
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
NOTICE OF AMENDMENT OF GCP III SILVER COMET B2, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of GCP III Silver Comet B2, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been amended to change the name of the company to GCP Silver Comet B2, LLC. The Amended Certificate of Organization was filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State on July 6, 2026.
First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LWVD, LLC
LWVD, LLC is a new Nebraska limited liability company. Its initial agent for service of process is Laurence William Vail DeBoer at 2613 South 50 Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68106, which is also its initial designated office address. It is organized to render a professional service: individual trauma-focused therapy. It commenced on July 7, 2026. It is managed by its sole Member. Laurence William Vail DeBoer, Organizer First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF QUATTRO FAMILY FARMS LLC
Notice is given that QUATTRO FAMILY FARMS LLC was formed in Nebraska with the following registered agent and office: James Hain, 11073 Lake Ridge Dr., Omaha, NE 68136. The LLC’s designated office address is 11073 Lake Ridge Dr., Omaha, NE 68136. First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ESK, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ESK, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 6105 Franklin Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68104 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MMFF, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MMFF, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 24429 Chicago Street, Waterloo, NE 68069 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114. First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MYLA PROPERTY 103, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Myla Property 103, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 5437 North 103rd Street, Omaha, NE 68134 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114. First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
ERICKSON | SEDERSTROM, P.C.
10330 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MYLA HERITAGE HOLDINGS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Myla Heritage Holdings, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been duly organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska with its designated office located at 5437 North 103rd Street, Omaha, NE 68134 and designating its registered agent as Erickson & Sederstrom, P.C., a Limited Liability Organization with its registered office at 10330 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68114.
First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
WALENTINE O’TOOLE, LLP. Attorneys at Law 11240 Davenport Street P.O. Box 540125
Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF TALLGRASS NATURAL BURIAL, INC.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has formed a nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska as follows:
1. The name of the corporation is TALLGRASS NATURAL BURIAL, INC.
2. The corporation will not have members.
3. The corporation is a mutual benefit corporation.
4. The address of the initial registered office is 409 S. 38th Ave., Omaha, NE 68131, and the initial registered agent at that office is Taylor Domsch.
5. The name and address of the incorporator is David P. Wilson, 11240 Davenport Street, Omaha, NE 68154.
David P. Wilson, Incorporator
First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF EP22, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that EP22, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 1718 South 51st Street, Post Office Box 6744, Omaha, Nebraska 68022. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Company filed an Amendment to Certificate of Organization on June 30, 2026, amending the Designated Office zip code to 68106. Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ROE-ML, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ROE-ML, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 5100 Bentley Drive, Lincoln, Nebraska 68516. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Daniel J. Waters, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF ALWAYS BE POPPIN’, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is Always Be Poppin’, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 1357 N. 6th Rd., Eagle, NE 68347. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on July 2, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc. 4898-3635-0649, v. 1
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GALINDO’S STUMP GRINDING LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that GALINDO’S STUMP GRINDING LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 12647 Manderson Plz., lot 296, Omaha, NE 68164. The registered agent of GALINDO’S STUMP GRINDING LLC is LEOBARDO GALINDO RAMIREZ, 12647 Manderson Plz., lot 296, Omaha, NE 68164. First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF RODFORCE 3, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Rodforce 3, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Goldenrod RA, Inc., 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
GROSS WELCH MARKS CLARE, PC, LLO, Attorneys 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1500 Omaha, NE 68124
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 14421 WEIR PLAZA, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 14421 Weir Plaza, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 5828 South 100th Plaza, Apt. 3B, Omaha, Nebraska 68127, its registered agent is CorporAgent, Inc., and its registered office located at 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1500, Omaha, Nebraska 68124. The general nature of its business is to engage in and do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business, other than banking or insurance, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Certificate of Organization was filed in the office of the Nebraska Secretary of State on July 9, 2026, the Company commenced business thereon, and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by the Managing Member. James E. Nelson, Organizer First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP
JEFFREY A. DEAVER, Attorney 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF RDG GEOSCIENCE & ENGINEERING, INC.
Article I of the Articles of Incorporation of the Corporation is hereby amended so that, as amended, said Article shall provide that the name of the Corporation shall be JDSR, Inc. The Articles of Amendment to Articles of Incorporation was filed with the Secretary of State of Nebraska on July 8, 2026. In all other respects, the Articles of Incorporation remain unchanged. First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
17, 2026
Lowe Legal Group PC LLO
Aimee L. Lowe, Attorney Linden Place 14301 FNB PKWY, STE 100 Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF POWERFUL MILESTONES LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Powerful Milestones LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, was organized on October 16, 2025, under the laws of the State of Nebraska. Its designated office is: 200 S. 21st ST., STE. 400A, Lincoln, NE 68510. The Registered Agent is Northwest Registered Agent Service, Inc., located at 200 S. 21st ST. STE. 400A, Lincoln, NE 68510.
First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
GROSS WELCH MARKS CLARE, PC, LLO, Attorneys 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1500 Omaha, NE 68124
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF XZMDAR, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that XZMDAR, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska, with its designated office located at 16121 Washington Cir., Omaha, NE 68135, its registered agent is CorporAgent, Inc. located at 2120 S. 72nd St., Ste. 1500, Omaha, NE 68124. The general nature of its business is to engage in and do any lawful act concerning any and all lawful business, other than banking or insurance, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Certificate of Organization was filed in the office of the Nebraska Secretary of State on June 23, 2026, the Company commenced business thereon and shall have perpetual existence. The affairs of the Company are to be conducted by the Managing Members.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF FAUST HR SOLUTIONS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Faust HR Solutions, LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act.
The designated office of the Company is located at: 17214 I Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68135
The initial registered agent for service of process is Catrina Faust, whose street and mailing address is:
17214 I Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68135
The Company is organized to engage in any lawful business for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
Lowe Legal Group PC LLO
Aimee L. Lowe, Attorney Linden Place
14301 FNB PKWY, STE 100 Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF DR. STRONG’S ARC OF TRANSFORMATION LLC
Notice is hereby given that Dr. Strong’s ARC of Transformation LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, was organized on March 19, 2026, under the laws of the State of Nebraska. Its designated office is: 200 S. 21st ST., STE. 400A, Lincoln, NE 68510. The Registered Agent is Northwest Registered Agent Service, Inc., located at 200 S. 21st ST., STE. 400A, Lincoln, NE 68510.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GOLDENROD AIR SERVICES 2, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Goldenrod Air Services 2, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Goldenrod RA, Inc., 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Lawrence F. Harr, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF ETUDE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a corporation has been formed under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the corporation is Etude Specialty Insurance Company. The Articles of Incorporation are on file with the Nebraska Secretary of State. The corporation is authorized to issue 30,000,000 shares of common stock of $1.00 par value per share. The address of the corporation’s principal office is 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The name and street address of the corporation’s registered agent and office is Lamson Dugan & Murray LLP, 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The incorporators are Brian J. Brislen, Patrick G. Vipond, Craig F. Martin, Cathy Trent-Vilim, and Lawrence F. Harr, located at 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114.
First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF BIG WAKE POINT, L.L.C.
Pursuant to the Neb. Rev. St. §§ 21-193 & 21-117, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has formed a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The name of the Limited Liability Company is BIG WAKE POINT, L.L.C. The address of the Company’s initial registered office in Nebraska is 9375 Burt Street, Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68114 and the name of its registered agent at such address is Connor W. Orr. The street and mailing address of the Company’s initial designated office is 4008 S 224 Circle, Elkhorn, NE 68022.This company is organized to engage in and to do any lawful business for any lawful purpose, for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Company’s duration is perpetual beginning on the date the Certificate of Organization was filed
with the Secretary of State of the State of Nebraska. The affairs of the limited liability company are conducted by Managers, Members and such other officers as may be provided for in the Operating Agreement.
Duane Richard Bartelt, Member and Manager, Jennifer Anderson Lewis, Member and Manager, Charles Emerick Lewis, Member and Manager, Kristin Anderson Lewis, Member and Manager
Connor W. Orr, Organizer, 9375 Burt Street, Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68114, (402) 408-6488
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF APERTURE INTEGRITY PARTNERS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Aperture Integrity Partners, LLC (“the Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 7878 Main Street, Suite 2G, La Vista, NE 68128. The Registered Agent of the company is CT Corporation System, 5601 S 59th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, NE 68516. First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney 1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KUR TENG, LLC
The name of the Company is Kur Teng, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company engaging in NIL monetization. The initial registered agent is Sean D. Moylan located at 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The initial designated office of the Company stated in the Certificate of Organization was 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. This limited liability company commenced business on June 15, 2026. First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Craig W. Benson Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive
Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF MAPLE GROVE FAMILY FARMS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is Maple Grove Family Farms, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 1977 Road 4, Clarkson, NE 68629-3926. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on June 26, 2026 and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc. First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Daniel J. Waters, Attorney 10306 Regency Parkway Drive
Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF FROEHLICH INVESTMENTS IV, L.L.C.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is Froehlich Investments IV, L.L.C. The address of the initial designated office is 8629 S. 99th Circle, La Vista, NE 68128. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on July 1, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc. 4900-1580-4088, v. 1 First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF OPERATOR SYSTEMS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Operator Systems, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The initial designated office of the Company is 8900 Gold Dust Rd., Lincoln, NE 68526. The initial agent for service of process of the Company is Michael Gerdes, 8900 Gold Dust Rd., Lincoln, NE 68526.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CRE8IVENERGY GRAPHIC DESIGN, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that cre8ivenergy graphic design, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 8301 Underwood Avenue, Suite A, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 9290 DODGE STREET, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 9290 Dodge Street, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 19710 Marcy Circle, Post Office Box 626, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF GCP IV PARKHAUS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that GCP IV Parkhaus, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Goldenrod RA, Inc., 14606 Branch Street, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68154.
First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF M.I.I.-LA PLATTE, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that M.I.I.-La Platte, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 11750 Stonegate Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68164. The Registered Agent and Office of the Company is McGregor Interests, Inc., 11750 Stonegate Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68164.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF ROE-ML-REG, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ROE-ML-REG, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 5100 Bentley Drive, Lincoln, Nebraska 68516. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, LAW OFFICES
8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3450
Telephone 402-392-1250
Facsimile 402-392-0816
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WHITNEY’S SKIN STUDIO LLC
Whitney’s Skin Studio LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Andrew P. Deaver, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
LAMSON DUGAN & MURRAY LLP
Phillip T. Sanberg, Attorney
10306 Regency Parkway Drive Omaha, NE 68114
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF EMELY’S EARLY LEARNING HOME, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is EMELY’S EARLY LEARNING HOME, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 3921 S. 192nd Avenue, Omaha, NE 68137. The name and address of the registered agent is LDM Business Services, Inc., 10306 Regency Parkway Drive, Omaha, NE 68114. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on July 2, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. LDM Business Services, Inc.
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
SEAN D. MOYLAN, Attorney
1010 South 120th Street, Suite 320 Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF CARMELO ADKINS, LLC
The name of the Company is Carmelo Adkins, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company engaging in NIL monetization. The initial registered agent is Sean Moylan located at 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. The initial designated office of the Company stated in the Certificate of Organization was 1010 S. 120th Street, Suite #320, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. This limited liability company commenced business on June 26, 2026.
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
PANSING HOGAN ERNST & BUSER LLP
PATRICK M. FLOOD, ATTORNEY 10250 Regency Circle, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3728
NOTICE OF AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF GUIDING GRACE FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Articles of Incorporation of Guiding Grace Family Support Network, a Nebraska nonprofit religious corporation (the “Corporation”) have been amended and restated by the Directors as of June 10, 2026, and filed with the Secretary of State on June 26, 2026.
The Articles of Incorporation have been amended to generally provide as follows:
1. To specify the religious nature of the Corporation.
2. To specify where any remaining assets of the Corporation would go in the event of dissolution.
3. To provide that the Articles of Incorporation may only be amended upon the affirmative vote of at least two-thirds (2/3) of the Directors.
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, Law Offices
8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3419
Telephone 402-392-1250
Facsimile 402-392-0816
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF WIESE FAMILY LLC
Wiese Family LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Andrew P. Deaver, 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication July 17, 2026, final July 31, 2026
ABRAHAMS KASLOW & CASSMAN LLP, LAW OFFICES
8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300 Omaha, NE 68114-3450
Telephone 402-392-1250
Facsimile 402-392-0816
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF C.S. CARPENTRY LLC
C.S. Carpentry LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. The street and mailing address of the initial designated office of the company is 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114. The name and street and mailing address of the initial registered agent of the company for service of process are Andrew P. Deaver and 8712 West Dodge Road, Suite 300, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF VP GROWTH PARTNERS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that VP Growth Partners, LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The address of the designated office is 218 Longwood Dr., Papillion, NE 68133. The registered agent for service of process is Katherine Paladino, whose address is 218 Longwood Dr., Papillion, NE 68133. The general nature of the business to be transacted is any lawful business for which a limited liability company may be organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska.
First publication July 10, 2026, final July 24, 2026
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF IN HOME PEDS, P.C.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that IN HOME PEDS, P.C. (the Corporation) has been organized as a professional corporation under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Corporation will provide pediatrics physician services. The Designated Office Address of the Corporation is 12341 Westover Road, Omaha, NE 68154. The Registered Agent and of the Corporation is Marie Belin and its Registered Address is 12341 Westover Road, Omaha, NE 68154. The Corporation was incorporated on December 1, 2025, and it shall continue in perpetuity unless sooner terminated in accordance with the terms of its bylaws. The number of shares the Corporation is authorized to issue is 1,000. In general, the Corporation’s business is to be managed by its primary officer and incorporator Marie Belin, in accordance with the Corporation’s bylaws.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP, Attorneys 14606 Branch Street, Suite 200 Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF VNA/EASTERSEALS NE EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that VNA/Easterseals NE Education and Professional Services has been organized as a nonprofit public benefit corporation under the laws of the State of Nebraska on June 18, 2026 (the “Company”). The Company has designated its registered agent as Dr. Carole M. Patrick, with registered office at 12565 West Center Road, Omaha, NE 68114-3810. The incorporator is Dr. Carole M. Patrick with address at 12565 West Center Road, Omaha, NE 68114-3810. The Company will have members. First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF AMENDED CERTIFICATE OF ORGANIZATION OF WOODWORTH FAMILY CABIN, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Certificate of Organization of Woodworth Family Cabin, LLC, a Nebraska limited liability company (“Company”), has been amended by updating the Designated Office Address and Principal Office Address to 911 Mackensey Drive, Papillion, NE 68046.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF SECURITY EQUIPMENT HOLDCO, INC.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Security Equipment HoldCo, Inc. has been incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The corporation is authorized to issue 10,000 shares of common stock at a par value of $0.01 each. The street address of the corporation’s registered office is 9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114 and the name of its initial registered agent is DDLG Business Services, Inc. The name and street address of the incorporator of the corporation is Cooper Johnson, 9500 W. Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF PAGE LEGACY ENTERPRISES, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Page Legacy Enterprises LLC has been organized as a limited liability company under Nebraska laws, with its designated office at 5620 S. 161st Avenue, Omaha, NE 68135. It is organized to transact any lawful business for which a Limited Liability Company may be organized under Nebraska laws and its duration is perpetual commencing from June 19, 2026. Its affairs are to be conducted by the manager Traci Page. Its registered agent is Traci Page and her office is located at 5620 S 161st Avenue, Omaha, NE 68135.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
MCGRATH NORTH MULLIN & KRATZ, PC LLO
1601 Dodge Street, Suite 3700
Omaha, NE 68102
NOTICE OF DISSOLUTION OF ROSIE, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ROSIE, LLC filed a Statement of Dissolution with the Nebraska Secretary of State and is in the process of voluntary dissolution and winding up of activities. Terms and conditions of the dissolution shall be established by the LLC’s Member in conformity with the Nebraska Uniform Limited Liability Company Act. Claims against the LLC may be presented in writing to Jonathan L. Grob, 1601 Dodge St., Ste. 3700, Omaha, NE 68102, and specify the nature of the claim, the amount of the claim and the name and address of the claimant. A claim against the LLC is barred unless an action to enforce the claim commences within five (5) years after the publication date of the third required notice.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF KC26 HOLDINGS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that KC26 Holdings, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 19710 Marcy Circle, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF AAF ADVISORS, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the formation of a limited liability company under the laws of the State of Nebraska, and that the name of the limited liability company is AAF ADVISORS, LLC. The address of the initial designated office is 12341 Westover Road, Omaha, NE 68154. The name and address of the registered agent is Phil Belin, 12341 Westover Road, Omaha, NE 68154. The general nature of the business to be transacted is all lawful business. The company commenced existence on June 24, 2026, and shall have perpetual duration. The affairs of the company shall be conducted by the Members, as prescribed by the Operating Agreement. Phil Belin, Organizer First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF OBSIDIAN CONSTRUCTION, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Obsidian Construction, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 7944 Mlitary Ave., Omaha, NE 68134. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF 10330 REGENCY PARKWAY, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that 10330 Regency Parkway, LLC (the “Company”) has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The Designated Office Address of the Company is 19710 Marcy Circle, Post Office Box 626, Elkhorn, Nebraska 68022. The Registered Agent of the Company is DDLG Business Services, Inc., 9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100, Omaha, Nebraska 68114.
Dvorak Law Group, LLC
9500 West Dodge Road, Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68114
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
GNUSE LAW OFFICE, P.C.
Rodney G. Gnuse
11311 Chicago Circle Omaha, NE 68154
NOTICE OF INCORPORATION OF CARING HANDS SENIOR CARE AND WELLNESS, INC.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of incorporation of Caring Hands Senior Care and Wellness, Inc. under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The number of shares that the corporation is authorized to issue is up to 10,000 shares of voting common stock.
The name and address of the incorporator and the initial registered agent is April C. Chism 12730 Larimore Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska, 68164.
The Corporation shall engage in any lawful business for which a corporation may be formed under the Nebraska Model Business Corporation Act. Perpetual existence commenced June 22, 2026, when articles were filed with the Secretary of State. Affairs are to be conducted by the Board of Directors and Officers authorized by the Bylaws and the Board. April Chism, Incorporator
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
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NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF MMC LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that MMC LLC has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. The designated office of the limited liability company is 14005 Poppleton Circle, Omaha, NE 68144. The registered agent and office of the limited liability company is Katie Phelps, 14005 Poppleton Circle, Omaha, Nebraska 68144. The limited liability company commenced business on June 18, 2026. The nature of the business to be transacted is any lawful business. The business shall have perpetual existence.
First publication July 3, 2026, final July 17, 2026
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: RDG GEOSCIENCE & ENGINEERING.
Name of Applicant: Thiele Geotech, Inc.
Address: 13478 CHANDLER ROAD, OMAHA, NE 68138
Applicant is CORPORATION.
If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: July 1, 2026.
General nature of business: environmental geology and engineering.
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/ Robert K. Lapke.
First publication July 17, 2026
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: CACTUS COMMERCIAL.
If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: TX.
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: JULY 9, 2021.
General nature of business: ANY AND ALL LAWFUL BUSINESS.
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/ KEVIN H. HARRIS.
First publication July 17, 2026
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: WHITNEY’S SKIN STUDIO.
Name of Applicant: WHITNEY’S SKIN STUDIO LLC
Address: 8712 W DODGE RD., STE. 300, OMAHA, NE, 68114
Applicant is LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.
If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: NEBRASKA.
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: 6/30/2026.
General nature of business: ESTHETIC SERVICES.
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/ WHITNEY CARRICO. First publication July 17, 2026
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: EAA EXPRESS.
Name of Applicant: Elkhorn Athletic Association, Inc.
Address: 1402 N. 203RD ST, SUITE 104, PO BOX 544, ELKHORN, NE 68022
Applicant is NON-PROFIT DOM. CORP.
If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: NEBRASKA.
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: JULY 7, 2026.
General nature of business: A youth sport organization dedicated to providing young athletes in the West Omaha community an enjoyable and constructive youth sports experience.
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/ David J. Myers, Esq. First publication July 17, 2026
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: COMFORT SOLUTIONS HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING.
Name of Applicant: HVAC Comfort Heating, LLC
Address: 1311 S. 185 CIRCLE, OMAHA, NE 68130
Applicant is LLC.
If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: June 12, 2026.
General nature of business: All lawful business.
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/ Phillip Sanberg.
First publication July 17, 2026
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE NAME
Trade Name to be registered is: BLOOMING MEADOW CO.
Name of Applicant: Meadowlark Prairie, LLC
Address: 16617 LEAVENWORTH STREET, OMAHA, NE 68118
Applicant is LLC.
If other than an Individual, state under whose laws entity was formed: Nebraska.
Date of first use of name in Nebraska: June 26, 2026.
General nature of business: All lawful business.
Signature of Applicant or Legal Representative /s/ Phillip Sanberg.
NOTICE OF NON-PROFIT INCORPORATION OF OPEN ROOF ARTS, INC.
The name of the non-profit corporation is Open Roof Arts, Inc.
The registered office of the corporation is 2307 S. 33rd St., Omaha, NE 68105.
The registered agent is Miriam Gutiérrez.
The corporation is a public benefit corporation, is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, religious or scientific purposes within the meaning of § 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, along with any other lawful purposes allowed under the Nebraska Non-Profit Corporations Act.
The corporation commenced on December 15, 2025, and shall have perpetual existence. The name and address of the incorporator is Miriam Gutiérrez, 2307 S. 33rd St., Omaha, NE 68105.
The corporation will not have members. First publication January 9, 2026, final January 23, 2026
NOTICE OF THE ORGANIZATION OF CITY RANCH HOMESTEAD, LLC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that CITY RANCH HOMESTEAD, LLC, with its designated office at 11725 S. 36th Street, Bellevue, NE 68123, gives notice
with the Secretary of State on
professional corporation, (the “Corporation”) filed Articles of Dissolution with the Secretary of State on December 30, 2025. If you have a claim against the Corporation, you should mail notice to Croker Huck Law Firm, 2120 South 72nd Street, Suite 1200, Omaha, Nebraska 68124, and include the following information: name of claimant, amount of claim, goods or services covered by the claim, date claim originated, supporting documentation (if available). Any claim against the corporation will be barred unless a proceeding to enforce said claim is commenced within three years of the date of this published notice.
MICHAEL A. STARKEY, DDS, P.C.
By: /s/ Michael A. Starkey, President First publication January 9, 2026, final January 23, 2026
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Seofan Acorns Service LLC, a Nebraska Limited Liability Company, has been organized under the laws of the State of Nebraska. 1. Designated Office: 21532 I Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022 2. Registered Agent: Haitao Luan at 21532 I Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022. Xiangxue Lu, Organizer First publication January 9, 2026, final January 23, 2026
• July 17, 2026
NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF OMAHA HELICOPTERS, LLC
Nebraska 68154. The Registered Agent of the Company is Nichole Mallett, 10842 Old Mill Road, Suite 2, Omaha, Nebraska 68154. First publication January 9, 2026, final January 23, 2026.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that OMAHA HELICOPTERS, LLC (“the Company”)
