Midlands Business Journal October 1, 2021

Looking Ahead with Optimism: Local Leaders Consider the Community’s Assets, Challenges and Future

Local leaders representing a spectrum of business sectors— women and men with a variety of backgrounds and life experiences, some native to the area...

Realtor and Motivational Speaker: Van Deeb Writing Book on Branding

Branding is the topic of Omaha Realtor, motivational speaker, and author Van Deeb’s next as yet untitled book. “I believe that in our new world...

The Idea Man: Travis Freeman Grows, Expands Holiday Lighting Business

The traditional image for inspiration as a light bulb has never been more apt than when applied to Travis Freeman. Not only has the 50-year-old...

Sales Leader Slupe: Builds Verde Martin, Training Prowess

Every year on Sept. 11, a pall falls over the country. But Jill Slupe, the president of “Omaha first” sales agency Verde Martin, was...

Buildertrend launches: Innovative Partnership with Home Improvement Giant

Buildertrend, a 15-year-old Omaha-based software company, is forging a first-of-its-kind partnership with the world’s largest home improvement brand, The Home Depot, to help professional...

Q&A with David Brown: Greater Omaha Chamber President and CEO

In July, Greater Omaha Chamber President and CEO David Brown announced that he will retire in 2022 after leading the Chamber since 2003. As...

Mixins Rolled Ice Cream: Opens Second Location, Plans for Franchising

Now reaching its third anniversary, Mixins Rolled Ice Cream is set to expand after opening a second location in the spring and aiming to...

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