Places to Network in Omaha This Week: October 21-27, 2024

Omaha is a wonderful place to network, grow your sphere of influence, and meet and deepen connections. Here are some of the opportunities to network in the Omaha area for the week of October 21-27, 2024.

Rotary Groups

You’re always welcome to visit a Rotary group in Omaha! These community service groups are perfect for those who want to meet others who want to make the world a better place. If you’d like to be a guest of our publisher Angela Chaney, text her at (402) 890-3406. She’ll be happy to host you or find a host for you at any of the groups.

• Omaha Suburban Rotary: Thursdays from 12-1 pm at Legends Patio and Grill, 6920 Pacific St.
• Rotary Club of Omaha West: Fridays, 12-1 at Charlie’s on the Lake, 4150 S. 144th St.
• Downtown Rotary: Wednesdays, 12-1 at Omaha Field Club, 3615 Woolworth Ave
• Millard Rotary: Mondays, 12-1 at German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St.
• Omaha Rotary Night: Every other Tuesday at 5:30 at Vincenzo’s on 15701 Pacific St.
NO MEETING this week, but mark your calendar for Nov. 5th.

Center Sphere Groups

Center Sphere, also known as “The Network”, has more than 50 groups meeting throughout the Omaha area on a weekly basis. Only one person from each industry is allowed in each group and all members can attend other groups or group activities. If you’re interested in a group, you can contact [email protected]. Events this week include:

• Oct. 24th, 4-6 pm: Omaha Network-Wide Social, Revolution Group (450 Regency Parkway, Suite 300)

BNI (Business Network International) Groups

BNI is a great place to develop business relationships and receive referrals to grow your business. Groups and meetings listed below:

• Built 4 Business: Wednesdays at 8:30 am, Tavern 180, 203 N. 180th St.
• Connect 4 Dollars: Tuesdays, 11:30 am, Legends, 6920 Pacific St.
• Happy Hour and a Half: Tuesdays, 4 pm, DJ’S Dugout, 192ne & Maple
• Let’s Do Lunch: Tuesdays, 11:30 am, DJ’s Dugout, 777 N. 114th St
• Paying it Forward: Thursdays, 11:30 am, DJ’s Dugout 777 N. 114th St.
• Professional Power Partners: Wednesdays, 11:30 am, Brazen Head, 319 N. 78th St.

Sarpy County Chamber Events

The Sarpy County Chamber is a very active group of community-minded individuals. You can visit many events or consider becoming a member to get all the benefits this chamber has to offer. For more information or to consider becoming a member, click here. Their events this week include:

• Oct 23rd, 3:30-5 pm: W.O.M.E.N.’s Fundraiser: Vita Nova Maternity Community, 12550 S. 114th St.
• Oct 24th, 3:30-5:30 pm: Business After Hours at 360 Community Services, 4411 S. 96th St.

Ralston Area Chamber

This Chamber might be small, but it’s growing all the time and is a great place to get involved! For more information about membership, click here. Their events this week include:

• Oct 21st, 3:45-5 pm: Recharge Ralston Tips Group Field Trip to Warhorse Casino, 6303 Q St
• Oct. 22nd, 1-2 pm: Tuesday Tip Squad Field Trip to Jazzercise, 8096 S. 84th St.
• Oct 22nd, 4:30-6 pm: Networking at Nite hosted by Out of the Box, 7401 Main Street
• Oct 25, 9-10 am: Business Builders Tips Group Meeting, Outlook Enrichment, 4125 S. 72nd St.

Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce

This is the big one! If you want to get involved with the largest chamber in the area, here’s your chance. If you’re interested in joining, you can find more info by clicking here. Here are their events going on this week:

• Oct 22nd, 8:30-9:30 am: Member orientation for new members at Midland UniversityCenter for Graduate and Professional Studies, 11213 Davenport Street.
• Oct 24, 5:30-7:30 pm: Exploring Smash Park for Young Professionals, 8121 S. 125thStreet (contact Merrick Brtek at (402) 640-1365).

Bellevue Chamber of Commerce

Live, work, or play in the Bellevue area? You should check out their chamber and all their events. You can learn more by clicking here. Their events this week include:

Oct 23rd, 8-9 am: Wake Up Wednesday at Bellevue Food Pantry, 1003 Lincoln Rd.
Oct 23rd, 8-9 am: Wednesday Power Partners chamber-based networking group, Bellevue University Education Service Building Room 4202
Oct 24th, 7:30 am-10 am: Mayoral Forum, BPS Lied Activity Center, 2700 Arboretum Dr.
Oct 24th, 8-9 am: Thursday Power Partners chamber-based networking group, Courtyard by Marriott at Beardmore Event Center, 3750 Raynor Pkwy

West O Chamber of Commerce

Interested in getting more involved in Elkhorn and other West O neighborhoods and businesses? This is your place! To learn more about membership, click here. Their events this week include:

• Oct 24, 4-6 pm: Ribbon Cutting for Uptown Java, 2627 N. 205th Street, Elkhorn

Millard Business Association

The MBA has been connecting people, businesses, and the community for a number of years and is a friendly place to network and find ways to give back to the community. Learn more by clicking here. Their weekly events include:

• Oct 22nd, 11:30 am to 1 pm: Referral Group Guest Day: Talk-O-Tuesday, The Corner Kick, 13806 P St
• Oct 24th, 2 pm: Qdoba Ribbon Cutting, 12414 L St, Suite 100 PRO Remodeling Association of Nebraska and Iowa

PRO Remodeling Association of Nebraska and Iowa Events

PRO is perfect for those who are in the remodeling industry or who want to network with those who are! If you’re not a member and interested in an event, please reach out to Dan at (402) 516-4591.

• Oct 24: PRO Cornhole Tournament & Halloween Bash, 4:30-7:30 pm at Cambria Distribution Center & Showroom, 10913 E. Cir

Empowerment Breakfast

The Empowerment Breakfast is a place for business professionals and owners to meet and form strategic alliances. They meet the first Friday of every month at 7 am. There is NO MEETING this week, but put Nov. 1st on your calendars. For more information, click here.

Wednesday Networking Group

Just want to get together for some casual networking once a week? This is your group! It meets weekly from 4-7 at Cellar 44, 2835 S. 170th Plaza #206. For more information, reach out to Julie Kannas at (402) 981-0839.

Are you involved in a networking group you’d like included in our weekly article? Please email [email protected]

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