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Aradius Group Announces New President Chris Mueller, Appoints Two New Directors The Board of Directors is proud to announce that they have elected Chris Mueller to be the next President of Aradius Group. Mueller follows Chuck Kinzer, who has recently retired after being with the company for 30 years and serving as president since 2008.

Mueller has held many integral roles over his 13 years with Aradius Group, from quality management and continuous improvement roles, to leading the production platform as VP of manufacturing, and most recently as the chief operating offi cer. He is responsible for predicting Aradius Group’s future and creating velocity within the business by leading the company as it develops products and offers services that deliver value beyond ink on paper. Mueller is consistently expanding on his leadership skills by being an active member of Vistage and by earning various certifi cates in Business Management, Lean Leadership, Value Stream Mapping, and more.

Additionally, Chris Mueller and Ricky Fairchild have recently been named as the newest members of the Aradius Group Board of Directors. Fairchild graduated with a double major in fi nance and legal studies of business and later earned his master’s degree in education. He currently works in Dallas as a fi nancial advisor and as senior vice president for RBC Wealth Management and serves Chairman of the Board for The Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation.

Aradius Group, formerly known as Omaha Print, has been a leader in the printing industry for over 160 years and is based out of Omaha. To learn more, visit www.aradiusgroup.com or call (402) 734-4400.

Creative Hair Design Celebrates Milestone Work Anniversaries of 11 Loyal Employees Creative Hair Design Salon & Spa Owner and President John Mangiameli recently honored 11 employees for milestone anniversaries with the company. In recognition of their hard work, loyalty, and premiere customer service, John celebrated each employee with a gift of some sort, among them extra vacation time, cash bonuses, and all-expense paid spa days, based on the number of years they have worked diligently for the company. John wants them to know that their loyalty and dedication as part of the CHD team do not go unnoticed.

At the top of the list is nail technician Kathy Italia, who celebrated 25 years with Creative Hair Design this year, and massage therapist Samanatha Wehrli, who’s been part of the team for 20 years! Three employees—hairstylist Molly “Madison” Carmichael and massage therapists Rachel Guthmiller and Tammy Longacre—all celebrated 15-year anniversaries in 2020, while hairstylist Raven Rohan and licensed esthetician Chriss “C.C.” Lundgren have worked at the salon and spa for a decade. Finally, four employees—hairstylists Whitney Jurgens and Monica Golden, massage therapist Carrie Myers, and licensed esthetician Dakotah Copper—each have dedicated fi ve years of work to CHD.

Since 1982, Creative Hair Design Salon & Spa has been providing luxurious treatments and services to the Omaha area. From humble beginnings in a 1,200-square-foot space with handpicked specialists to its current 18,000-square-foot beautiful building, they have truly perfected the salon and spa experience. For more information or to make an appointment, visit creativehairdesign. com or call (402) 330-5660.

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Lincoln Federal Promotes Carson McCormick to Jr. Mortgage Loan Offi cer Lincoln Federal Savings Bank is excited to announce the promotion of Carson McCormick to Jr. mortgage loan officer. Carson has worked as a mortgage loan processor at Lincoln Federal’s Wilderness Hills, Lincoln location for four years. He has worked closely with the bank's top producing loan offi cers and has a vast understanding of the loan process. Carson has been noted for communication skills and strong work ethic. Carson will work alongside vice presidents/ mortgage loan offi cers, Shane Podliska and Chris Elgert, in preparation for a position as a mortgage loan offi cer in the future. Please help in congratulating Carson McCormick on his tremendous achievements. Lincoln Federal Savings Bank has fi ve branch locations in Lincoln. The corporate offi ce can be found at 8400 Maddox Dr. Additional branches are located in Omaha, Fremont, Blair, Holdrege, Hastings, North Platte, McCook, and Benkelman. Learn more at lincolnfed.com.

True North Technologies Hires Nebraska Native Alex James as Creative Director True North Technologies, a Lincoln-based business launched by Renee Sobotka, recently brought Alex James onto their team as creative director. Alex is a Nebraska native who graduated from the University of Nebraska Lincoln in 2010, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. He has worked in the creative and graphic-design fi elds ever since. Being an entrepreneur himself makes Alex a perfect fi t at True North, bringing the drive and determination it takes to get a small business off the ground and running. As creative director, Alex is responsible for the graphics of both internal marketing projects and those for True North clientele, designing and overseeing everything from apps and websites to fl yers and brochures. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons, and dog, and a couple of his many hobbies include photography and painting. In fact, some of his photos of the night sky can be found within the marketing used by True North Technologies. True North Technologies makes technology simple with website and mobile-app development, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), branding, and social-media marketing. For more information, visit go-tnt.com, call (402) 420-5101, or follow them on Facebook (@tntapps), Twitter (@TrueNorth_Apps), LinkedIn (@True North Technologies), and on Instagram (@truenorthtechnologies).

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Millard Business Association Elects New Board Leadership Team for 2021 The Millard Business Association (MBA) recently elected their Board leadership for 2021, welcomed them to the team, and thanked them for their willingness to volunteer. Serving in 2021 are President John Drazic; Past President Jill Schoenherr Melby; Treasurer Dana L-R: John Drazic, Jill Schoenherr Anderson; Secretary Raina Garcia; Melby, Dana Anderson, Raina President Elect David Engelmeyer; Garcia, David Engelmeyer, and Vice President Roxy Starkey. and Roxy Starkey The new Board will lead MBA in meeting the organization’s four core objectives: promote, preserve, and enhance Millard-area commerce; develop active business-tobusiness networking among members; provide business-specifi c educational opportunities to members; and provide benevolent community programs.

The Millard Business Association Omaha was formed in 2003 by a small group of Millard-area business owners and associates who recognized and developed opportunities for effective business networking and community development. The MBA is also highly involved with Millard schools and the community. They have helped to provide for more than 1,100 families in need over the holiday season. They also raise scholarship funds each year to contribute to high-school students’ education opportunities and equip their members in many other ways to give back by playing an active role in the community. For more information, visit millardbusinessassociation. org or email info@millardbusinessassociation.org. Seldin Announces Promotion of Michele Nathaniels to Chief Operating Offi cer Seldin Company was excited to announce the promotion of Michele Nathaniels from Executive Vice President (EVP) of Operations to Chief Operating Offi cer (COO), effective at the end of October. Michele has been a part of the Seldin team for more than 15 years, serving in many capacities throughout her tenure. She is a results- and data-driven leader who has tremendous knowledge about property fi nance, contract management, and operations. She has extensive experience in all aspects of conventional and affordable housing, including compliance and fair housing. This promotion allows Michele to engage at the company level, with oversight of additional functions, including business development, marketing, facilities, and compliance. As a result of her promotion, Seldin Company will be hiring a new EVP of Operations, who will report directly to Michele and provide supervision to the company’s property operations team. “It is a true testament to where hard work and dedication can lead you in the property management industry,” said Seldin Company President and CEO Alicia Clark. “Michele started with Seldin Company as a leasing agent, and her drive and work ethic propelled her through the ranks, gaining responsibility through her efforts and great skill.” Seldin Company is a leading property management fi rm with deep roots throughout the Central United States. Headquartered in Omaha, Seldin was founded in 1923 and engages in the management and expansion of more than 18,000 apartment homes across eight states. For more information, visit Seldin.com or call (402) 333-7373.

Midlands Community Foundation Names Four New Board Members The Midlands Community Foundation Board of Directors has named four new members to its Board: Rod Buethe, representing Gretna; Spencer Kimball, representing Papillion and Sarpy County; Kevyn Sopinski, representing Papillion; and Jay Theis, representing Gretna. Rod Buethe was born and raised in Tecumseh, NE. He has been employed by Werner Enterprises for the past 31 years and is currently in the Risk Department as the Cargo Loss Control Specialist. Rod has been involved in fi re service for the past 30 years, currently serving as Chief Rod Buethe of the Gretna Volunteer Fire Department. Spencer Kimball is originally from Papillion. He has been an employee of Pinnacle Bank since November 1998 and is currently the market president in Papillion. Spencer has been involved with several community groups and organizations including the Boards of Directors for both the Sarpy County and Gretna Chambers of Commerce, Lift Up Sarpy County, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands Service League, and TeamMates of Papillion-La Vista. Born and raised in South Omaha, Kevyn Spencer Kimball Sopinski started his career managing the margin and option desks at TD Ameritrade, where he was employed for 11 years. In 2017, Kevyn forged a partnership with several advisors and friends to create Pathfi nder Wealth Advisors. Kevyn is very active in Papillion sports and the Papillion community, currently serving as chairman of the CHI Health Midlands Hospital Board of Directors. He is also an elected offi cial and serves on the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District BOD. Jay Theis was born and raised in Friend, NE. He has been in banking for more than 16 years Kevyn Sopinski and is currently senior vice president at F&M Bank in Gretna. Jay is very active in Gretna as an Ambassador for the Gretna Chamber of Commerce and a member of Gretna Optimists Club, and the Sarpy County and Western Douglas County Chambers of Commerce (Valley and Elkhorn). The mission of Midlands Community Foundation is to benefi t the diverse needs of the Sarpy and Cass county communities by providing fi nancial support, involvement, and service. To learn more, visit midlandscommunity.org. Jay Theis

It’s Not What You Know, It’s Who You Know and Who Knows You! At Strictly Business, we strive to recognize local businessmen and women for their signifi cant awards, promotions, achievements, and/or efforts in partnership with other organizations and the Omaha community. If you know of someone who meets these criteria and wish to include their news in our publication, please call (402) 466-3330 or email editor@strictlybusinessomaha.com.

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GMP Pros Promotes Jeff Debrie to Community Manager In November, Jeff Debrie took on an additional role at GMP Pros as community manager. This means that Jeff will build internal tools for clarity on performance and guidance on skill training and tracking of those skills. This will help the company to ensure they are putting people in opportunities where they are able to succeed with clients and projects.

Jeff brings over 20 years of people leadership experience and has led teams from as small as 12 to as large as 450. GMP Pros looks forward to the leadership support and insight that Jeff will bring to the company, and they are happy to have such an exceptional leader dedicated to supporting the team’s personal development and growth.

GMP Pros provides expert embedded and remote technical professionals for services such as capital project management, quality engineering, qualifi cation and validation, process engineering, and process improvement. To learn more, visit www.gmppros.com or contact Co-founder Stephanie Clark at (402) 499-7758 / stephanie. clark@gmppros.com.

Clearwater Counseling Expands Team with the Addition of Therapist Taylar Mason Clearwater Counseling, PC, a mental health services provider located in Omaha and Grand Island, recently welcomed Taylar E. Mason to its team of therapists in Omaha. Taylar is a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner and Certifi ed Masters Social Worker who received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Nebraska Lincoln and her master’s degree in social work from the University of Nebraska Omaha. She has clinical experience working with children and adolescents with trauma—and their families—and with individuals of all ages diagnosed with behavioral, chronic mental health, and substance abuse disorders. Taylar also has experience working with probation, foster care, and multi-disciplinary teams, and she has worked in a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility, primarily with dually diagnosed adolescents and their families. Taylor has training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Sand Tray Therapy. She uses evidence-based practices to guide her and develop individualized treatment plans. In her new role at Clearwater Counseling, Taylar looks forward to using her passion to meet clients “where they are at” in treatment and help them fi nd inner peace and their true potential as they work through any barriers. Clearwater Counseling, PC is a private practice offering mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults in the Omaha and Grand Island areas. They work to treat mental health diagnoses through personalized and compassionate counseling practices that promote growth, development, and well-being to further enhance quality of life. For more information, visit clearwatercounselingpc.org, call (308) 210-8487, or email info@ clearwatercounselingne.org.

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Tyler Rains Joins Cornhusker Bank Team Cornhusker Bank is pleased to announce Tyler Rains has been added to the Cornhusker Bank team and will serve as portfolio mortgage loan offi cer from the 8310 O St. Bank Center in Lincoln. According to VP, Mortgage Lending Mike Barrett, “Tyler’s 18 years of banking experience has prepared him with the knowledge and experience to conduct mortgage lending activities with a high level of expertise with both Cornhusker Bank customers and within the bank’s mortgage department.” Tyler graduated from Doane University. He participates on the committee of the Homebuilders Parade of Homes; supports the church he and his family attend, Sheridan Lutheran; and contributes regularly to United Way. “I'm excited to be joining the Cornhusker Bank team," said Tyler. "I'm blessed to be able help homeowners buy, build and improve the home of their dreams through our portfolio mortgage loan products. I will be a homeowners point of contact throughout the process and am excited to work with bank customers on their projects.” “Home Ownership is the most important fi nancial asset many people will have in their lifetime, for this reason, we welcome the expansion of our mortgage team with the addition and expertise of Tyler to our mortgage team," noted Barry Lockard, bank president. Cornhusker Bank remains locally owned, demonstrating Nebraska values, stability, soundness, and a commitment to the community and its residents. For more information, visit www.CornhuskerBank.com

Kim Rowell Appointed Market Vice President for Cox Communications Kim Rowell has been appointed Cox Communications Market Vice President for the Greater Omaha area, returning to a position she held from 2014 to 2016. In the role, Kim will be responsible for championing the customer and employee experience, building community and civic relationships, and maintaining the company’s long-standing commitment to the greater Omaha metropolitan area. Most recently, she worked for Cox Communications at the company’s Atlanta headquarters, leading a team that established enhanced process improvements across the telecommunications company’s national network. Kim has an incredible pedigree in the telecom industry. Throughout her career, she’s been asked to lead a number of different functional areas, including call centers, credit and collections, sales, product development, and marketing and communications, among others. She has also led a variety of initiatives centered on productivity and optimal operational performance, which is why she was asked to leave Omaha for a few years to help lead a team that established process improvements for Cox as a whole. Kim is currently on the Board of Trustees for Atlanta’s Shepherd Center, which is ranked among the top 10 rehabilitation hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Kim earned a BS Electrical Engineering from the University of Missouri, with a minor in Mathematics. Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through broadband applications and services. The largest private telecom company in America, they proudly serve 6 million homes and businesses across 18 states. We’re dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that makes each one unique. Learn more at cox.com.

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Concentric Corporation Welcomes Brittany Stander to Team, Promotes Cori Gibson Concentric Corporation continues to grow and thrive with the addition of a new team member, Brittany Stander, and by promoting Cori Gibson from within. By adding Brittany Stander as one of their talented business development managers in September and promoting Cori to the same level in December, the Concentric team is stronger than ever. Brittany is a fantastic new asset to the team, with her personality and knowledge of the industry making her a perfect fi t for the company culture. Cori’s promotion from recruiter to Brittany Stander business development manager will allow her to continue connecting excellence and developing new relationships within the community. With both having experience in the staffi ng industry, there is no limit to the connections they can make for their clients! Concentric Corporation is bringing back the fundamentals of recruiting, which starts with the relationship. They are upgrading the approach in executive search and recruiting by being deliberate and purposeful, always taking the extra step with their audience’s Cori Gibson best interests in mind. They uncover true motives in hiring and career advancement by having transparent, honest conversations. This allows execution of what Concentric calls “connecting excellence.” For more information, visit concetriccorp.com or contact Founder Andy Hawkins at (402) 991-8400 / andy@concentriccorp.com.

A Better Way Therapy’s Eboni Merrill Now Trained in Eye Movement Therapy After many requests by patrons to include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy among their services, A Better Way Therapy’s own Eboni Merrill stepped up to the plate and completed her training to add the progressive therapy to the center’s offerings. Already a practiced therapist, Eboni now is trained to administer EMDR, a proven technique that helps a person’s brain heal from past trauma with specially guided eye movements. EMDR is proven to help treat PTSD, depression, and anxiety, as well as eating disorders and certain addictions. Eboni works well with individuals of all ages. She is the perfect therapist to take the helm of EMDR at A Better Way Therapy, as she has already spent years working with victims and perpetrators of domestic violence and has developed rapport with clients of varying backgrounds with her genuine, nonjudgmental approach. She strives to meet her clients ‘where they are at’ and works with them to achieve their individualized goals for recovery. To schedule an appointment with Eboni, please contact her at (308) 280-0441 / ebonimerrill@yahoo.com. At their new location—11204 Davenport St., STE 200—A Better Way Therapy offers mental health and chemical dependence therapy, in-home services, tele-therapy, and face-to-face therapy. From counseling for anxiety, depression, anger management, and marriage issues to alcohol and drug counseling, group therapy and education, A Better Way Therapy’s wide range of services allows them to accommodate all of your needs. For more information, visit abetterwaytherapy.com or call (402) 813-2235.

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Strictly Business Welcomes Emma Tuzicka as Graphic Design Intern Strictly Business recently welcomed Emma Tuzicka to the team as graphic-design intern. Born and raised in Nebraska, Emma is entering her senior year at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where she is working to earn her advertising and public-relations degree, with a minor in business administration. Her cheerful attitude, creative vision, and willingness to learn make Emma a perfect fi t for the position, in which she assists the art director with ad design and development, feature layouts, and more. “I have always enjoyed the idea of being creative and getting to share my work with others,” Emma said. “This internship is helping me bring that idea to life! Right away when I started at Strictly Business, I felt so welcomed and accepted, and I have already learned and improved my work within the fi rst few weeks. I look forward to learning more in the months to come, as I get the chance to work on products for various types of businesses and broaden my creative skills.” Strictly Business has been a reliable news source and effective advertising tool in Lincoln for more than 27 years, publishing original content in print and online. To learn more, visit strictly-businessomaha. com. Emma can be reached directly at creative@strictlybusinessomaha. com or by calling the offi ce at (402) 466-3330.

Malone Center Welcomes Mismiki Montgomery to Lead New Youth Program Toward ensuring high-quality opportunities for the Lincoln community, the Clyde Malone Community Center created a new position to oversee the school-aged and preschool programs, hiring Mismiki Montgomery to serve as the new Youth Program Director. Mismiki has a breadth of experience working with children and youth in the community, having worked as an elementary school teacher at Lincoln Public Schools and, most recently, as a lecturer/lead teacher at the Ruth Staples Child Development Lab. With Miki’s leadership, the Malone Center expects some exciting changes to be coming. Class enrollment is on the rise for the Malone Center’s Early Achievers Academy, an educational preschool program that partners with the University of Nebraska’s Child, Youth and Family Studies Department and serves children ages 3-5. The mission of the Academy is to level the playing fi eld by providing high-quality early education for lowincome families and is operated on the belief that children learn through play. The curriculum includes individualization and emphasizes positive guidance. The Center’s Out-of-School Youth Program serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade, providing after-school transportation from 13 local elementary and middle schools and transportation home at the end of the day. It provides a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for students to spend their time after school, while also offering opportunities to engage in programs currently focused on outdoor education, mindfulness and mental health, peer-group mentoring, online tutoring, and various “craftivities.” Since 1955, the Clyde Malone Community Center has created and facilitated programs to combat the racial disparities and inequities in justice, healthcare, and social systems. Learn more at malonecenter.org or call (402) 474-1110.

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G. Lee Homes Announces the Addition of K.C. Fagan as Schedule Manager G. Lee Homes, owned by Greg and Katie Frazell, recently brought on K.C. Fagan as a schedule manager for the company. K.C. was actually one of G. Lee Homes' fi rst employees in 2016. He took a job as a manager at Hobby Lobby, and now he's bringing that managerial experience back to G. Lee Homes. In his new role, K.C. will oversee the new construction and remodel projects. His main jobs will be to keep the subcontractors and jobsite supervisors on the same page, ensure the schedule stays on track, and make adjustments to the construction calendar as necessary.

G. Lee Homes offers full design services from concept to construction. Already working with an architect? They are happy to review your completed plans and offer expert insight at no cost or obligation. Their team is committed to building to a higher standard because a home should be built to last. To view photos from G. Lee Homes' past interior, exterior, and remodel projects, visit omahasbuilder.com or contact (402) 415-1187 / katie@omahasbuilder.com to learn more about lot selection, design, and their build process, team, and product.

CFO Systems Continues Growth, Adds Five New Team Members CFO Systems has added Christen Scofi eld, Mike Vaughn, Aaron Watterson, Mike Mohr, and Karen Jordan to its nationwide team of more than 40 professionals focused on helping their clients grow. The CFO Systems team has extensive experience leading the accounting, fi nance, and human resources and procurement for organizations of all sizes. Each of the new team members will serve different markets. Christen, Mike V., Aaron, and Mike M. are based in Omaha, while Karen focuses on building a practice in San Diego, CA. Christen Scofi eld has 20 years of progressive experience as a humanresources professional, providing HR consulting and executive coaching for businesses and leaders globally. Today, she partners with organizations in the areas of HR strategy and vision and leadership and employee development, in addition to employee wellness. Mike Vaughn has more than 25 years of fi nancial and management experience working in various industries, including manufacturing and fi nancial services. He has a diverse background not only in fi nance, but also in strategy, operational leadership, treasury management, and M&A. Aaron Watterson is a controller and fi nance manager with more than 15 years of experience in strong fi nancial leadership. He is a demonstrated leader, skilled in conveying numerical data and ensuring understanding of data for organizational decision-making purposes. Mike Mohr is a proven leader with a track record of delivering business-impacting results in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, and operations management within progressive organizations across multiple industries. Karen Jordan is a senior executive with a strong background in privately held and public company fi nancial leadership. A 2019 recipient of the San Diego Business Journal CFO of the Year award, she has led rapidly growing organizations through a variety of challenging transitions and developed effective teams and processes. Headquartered in Omaha, CFO Systems is a nationwide company founded in 2005 to provide practical, experienced fi nancial and humanresources leadership organizations of all sizes. The fi rm was named on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies four consecutive years. For more information, visit cfosystemsllc.com or dial (402) 884-0066.

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