After both working at pool-related companies for many years, friends Dave Poncelow and Tim Schaefer decided they wanted to make improvements on the way services were offered and opened a company of their own. Outdoor Living opened its doors 19 years ago, offering pool cleaning and related services. The team quickly grew, and Outdoor Living started building pools for their customers. Ten years ago, a retail location was opened near 120th and I in the Sports Plaza and the full-service outdoor company now offers hot tubs, outdoor furniture, water testing, and chemical products and has grown into the largest pool and spa installer in the Omaha metro.  The growth of Outdoor Living is due to how much the team cares about their customers …

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 June 23rd-June 29th.   Multiple Days 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].  Tuesday, June 24th Omaha Morning Rotary Club; 7-8 am, 88 Tactical, 15350 Shepard St. Suite 1 Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce Member Orientation; 8:30-9:30 am; Midland University Cen…

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 June 9th-June 15th. Multiple Days  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] Monday, June 9th  Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at [email protected] o…

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 June 2nd–June 8th. Multiple Days 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]. Monday, June 2nd  Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at [email protected] or (4…

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 May 26th-June 1st.  Multiple Days 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].  Tuesday, May 27th  Omaha Morning Rotary Club; 7-8 am, 88 Tactical, 15350 Shepard St. Suite 1 Sarpy TIPS Group FUSION; 8:45-10:15 am; Nebraska Brewing Co, 6950 S. 108th St. L…

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 May 19th-May 25th, 2025. Multiple Days  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].  Monday, May 19th Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at [email protected]…

Drs. Young and Brown have owned and operated Young Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center for more than 17 years. They are passionate about helping those in the Omaha metro improve their quality of life through natural means. They currently have a location in Bennington and one in La Vista, both offering same-day appointments that can include x-rays or passive therapies to address immediate pain. Ongoing treatment can include adjustments or other therapies as well as rehab through exercise and myofascial work. Their offices are known for their welcoming environment and individualized treatment plans.  Below is an interview with Dr. Young: How long have you been in business and what was the owner's motivation for starting t…

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 May 12th-May 18th, 2025. Multiple Days 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].  Monday, May 12th  Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at [email protected] or …

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 May 5th-May 11th, 2025. Multiple Days  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].  Monday, May 5th Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at [email protected]…

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 April 28th-May 4th, 2025. Multiple Days  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].  Monday, April 28th  • BisonHeart Group Community Impact Night—Nonprofits Connecting & Inspiring; 5:30-7:30 pm; Spare Time Omaha • Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German…

Tim den Hoed, a U.S. Air Force veteran, father, husband, and now entrepreneur is transforming the way veterans find jobs. His brainchild? Major Talent—a company that is quickly gaining recognition as the bridge between military service and meaningful civilian employment. “We’re not just trying to help veterans find jobs,” Tim told Spotlight Omaha. “We’re helping define how their value is recognized.” Launched in 2024, Major Talent is more than a job board or resume builder—it’s an entire transition platform, built from the ground up to solve four persistent and often overlooked pain points in the veteran career journeys. Translating Veteran Skills Into Civilian Skills The first challenge? Career tr…

The Suburban Rotary of Omaha club is celebrating 56 years of fun and service in the Omaha metro area. Currently meeting at Legends Patio & Grill on 6920 Pacific Street, the group prides itself on being casual and laid-back while also making a big impact in the local community. The club currently has more than 120 members and is actively looking to grow. With informative and educational weekly speakers, after hours get-togethers, and regular community service projects, Suburban Rotary is the ideal place to connect with others who want to make our community—and the world—a better place.  Who Have Some of Your Recent Speakers Been? A few examples of speakers we’ve had talk to our group are Dan Stolinski, Omaha Bat…

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 April 21st -27th, 2025. Multiple Days  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].  Monday, April 21st  Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at [email protected] …

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 April 14th-20th, 2025. Multiple Days  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].  Monday, April 14th Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at [email protected] or …

As we all know, today’s modern workplace moves at lightning speed—and it’s taking a toll. More and more employees are burning out, checking out, or even walking out. One Omaha-based company is determined to change this trend. Their mission? Make the world a better place to work.  At the heart of this mission is BetterCulture, a leadership development and organizational training and consulting company that blends psychology, behavior science, and practical tools to help individuals and organizations thrive. Kevin Hensel, a leadership expert and former client turned team member, recently joined host Angela Cheney on the Spotlight Omaha podcast to talk about BetterCulture’s origins, its transformative impact, and a few game…

In the heart of Omaha, one woman is pioneering a fresh—and well-needed—approach to healthcare. Allison Beninato, founder of the Inspire Collaborative Health Association, is redefining how we access and experience care by blending the best of both worlds—conventional medicine and complementary practices. Her mission is simple yet profound: give patients more options and greater control over their health journeys. “People are tired of this one-size-fits-all model,” Allison explained during her recent interview on Spotlight Omaha. “They want individualized care. They want to figure out their own puzzle.” From Personal Health Journey to Innovation It was Allison’s own frustrating health experience that led h…

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 April 7th-13th, 2025. Multiple Days  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].  Monday, April 7th Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at [email protected] or (4…

When the pandemic hit, Alexis Espinoza-Arrubla realized she needed to get out of her comfort zone and share her expertise. The result of this realization was FernVibes, which she launched in 2021 in Queens, NY. FernVibes is a small business offering sound therapy and wellness services to moms and kids. Their sound therapy or sound healing session are infused with SEL (social emotional learning) and mindfulness exercises. They also certify adults as Sound Therapists for kids and adults. Both classes and certifications are offered in-person and virtually. Through her small business, Alexis offered a mindfulness and wellness program for kids and it grew so much that, in 2024, she decided to create another organization just for this program…

Are you ready to tee off and make some great connections, have lots of fun, and help support local non-profits? Whether you’re a golf pro or just like to get out on the course, you have plenty of opportunities to get involved this spring and summer. Here are some of the golf tournaments you can participate in this season.  May 5th: Swing for the Spectrum Details: 4-person; Texas Scramble Where: Shadow Ridge Country Club Time: Shotgun start at 12pm Benefitting: Autism Action Partnership For more information: Visit https://e.givesmart.com/events/GTS/ May 12th: SammyStrong Foundation’s 4th Annual Birdies for Bravery Details: 4-person scramble, prizes, dinner Where: Field Club of Omaha Cost: $125…

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 March 31st-April 6th, 2025. Multiple Days  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].  Monday, March 31st  • Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at millardro…

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 March 24th-30th, 2025. Multiple Days 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]. Monday, March 24th • Millard Rotary, 12-1 pm, German American Society, 3717 S. 120th St. If you’re interested in visiting this group, contact Leigh Sittenauer at millardrotary@gmail.…

When Chris Batliner set out to purchase his first hot tub, he never dreamed he’d one day be selling them. As an entrepreneur, military veteran, and insurance expert, Chris has owned several businesses in the past, including a Mr. Goodcents sandwich franchise and a cleaning company. It was out of his sheer frustration as a hot tub owner that led to his next business move—Arctic Spa of Omaha. “One of the things I learned as a business owner is that if you’re going to start something, you want to make sure there’s a need for it. And I found a real gap in the hot tub industry.” Arctic Spas Frustration Led to Innovation Chris’s excitement for his new hot tub quickly faded when he discovered a hot tub owner’s …