The Bloc, a philanthropic nonprofit organization based in Lincoln, will honor 50 Nebraskans during its inaugural 50 Over 50 awards on September 25. Among the 2021 Awardess: Aksarben Governor, Ted Carter Aksarben Workforce Initiative: Nebraska Tech Collaborative (NTC), President, Jona Van Deun NTC Executive Committee member, Doug Durham, of Don’t Panic Labs The 50 Over… Read more »
In their recent issue Forward Together, Metro Magazine – The Spirit of Omaha and Beyond, visited with Aksarben President, Sandra Reding, about what bright spots or new initiatives have come from pandemic-related adversity over the past 15 months. Here’s what Sandra had to say. “As a convener of statewide leadership, Aksarben has been in a unique… Read more »
Midlands Business Journal, September 17, 2021 – Many are familiar with i3 Bank, they just may not realize it at first blush. That’s because the organization featured recently on Husker Football radio spots and on digital billboards has been around since the Great Depression era — only that rare-breed, fifth-generation family bank operated under a… Read more »
LINCOLN/OMAHA, NEBRASKA, Sept. 8, 2021 — Today, Burlington Capital, along with partner Invest Nebraska, announced the launch and initial closing of a new venture capital seed fund, Burlington Capital Ag-Venture (www.bcagventure.com), focused on Midwest AgTech innovation. Burlington Capital Ag-Venture intends to raise $11 million and expects to do so with a final close at the… Read more »
Embodying the Spirit of Aksarben through their volunteerism, dedication and perseverance to the Good Life, the families being honored at the 2021 Aksarben Ball have been announced. The official introduction of the Royal Court was held Saturday, July 24, 2021, at the CHI Health Center. This tradition announced the 2020 and 2021 Princesses, Escorts, Standard Bearers,… Read more »
Each year, the Aksarben Ball recognizes and celebrates volunteerism, community pride, and a reverence for those who have preceded us as well as raising funds to help carry out the mission and initiatives of the Aksarben Foundation. Funds raised have gone toward the Aksarben Scholarship Fund helping countless young men and women on the path… Read more »
Father and daughter, David and Rachel Jacobson will be inducted into the 2021 Aksarben Court of Honor in the category of Arts. David was the former Chairman of Kutak Rock LLP, and the founding Chair of the Board for Film Streams. Rachel is the President for the nonprofit Heritage Services. She is Founder and served… Read more »
Ivan Gilreath will be inducted into the 2021 Aksarben Court of Honor in the category of Service to Youth. Ivan is the former President and CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of the Midlands. For more than 58 years, the Boys & Girls Club of the Midlands has provided a fun, safe and constructive… Read more »
Henry Davis will be inducted into the 2021 Aksarben Court of Honor in the category of Business and Industry. Henry is the CEO of Greater Omaha Packing Co. Beef runs in the Davis family. Greater Omaha Packing Co. was started in 1920 by Henry’s grandfather Herman Cohen upon his return from World War I. Herman… Read more »
Since 1895, Aksarben has been honoring individuals who have excelled in one of 10 categories that include: agriculture, arts, business and industry, community service, education, philanthropy, professions, public service, sports or service to youth. The award, known as the Court of Honor, is one of Aksarben’s oldest and most prestigious awards. The Aksarben Ball Committee… Read more »
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