Join Us for the Omaha ODN Conference October 20, 2026 at the Beardmore Event Center | Bellevue, NE Connect with organizational development professionals, gain practical insights, and leave inspired with new ideas you can put into action immediately. ⭐ ODN Members receive exclusive early-bird pricing. THRIVING IN COMPLEXITY: CHANGING WORLD ![]() Keynote Speakers: |
| Laura Johnson The Art of Alignment: Creativity in a Complex World Laura Johnson is a creative strategist and transformation leader who works at the intersection of art, technology, and human experience. Known for her ability to bring vision to life, she helps organizations and teams find clarity amidst complexity through curiosity, collaboration, and creativity. Laura also serves on the board of the Radial Arts Center, where she champions inclusion and accessibility in the arts. She believes that thriving in a rapidly changing world requires both precision and imagination that alignment, like art, is a continual act of creation. |
| Melissa Hurrington Authenticity: The Superpower to Transform Your Career As a devoted wife and mother, Melissa Hurrington embodies the essence of balance and leadership both at home and in the professional arena. With a multifaceted role as CFO & VP at Operations of Premier Claims, she navigates the complexities of financial strategy and operational excellence with finesse. Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Melissa serves as the Omaha Chapter President of the CFO Leadership Council, is a founding member of The Bold Leaders Collective, and stands among The Next 100. A true servant leader at heart, she approaches every endeavor with authenticity and humility, recognizing that her greatest strength lies in uplifting others. At the core of her identity, she remains unapologetically and authentically herself. |
You don't want to miss these breakout speakers:
Shannelle Pokorny - The Human Algorithm: Rebuilding Trust Through Empathetic Leadership
Sonia Keffer - Mindful Audiences are Happy Audiences
Lucy Lantis - Culture Clarity Workshop
Jenna Smith - The Future of Work is Entrepreneurial: Rethinking Organizations in a Disruptive Era
Andy Noon - Succession Planning in the Exponential Age: Why Traditional Approaches Are No Longer Enough
Jessica Rowe - Accidentally Exclusive: Promoting Health while Promoting Culture
LaToya C. Prince - Rooted in Wellness: Cultivating a Culture of Health at Healing Vibes Urban Farm
Ashley Bro - From Programs to Possibility: Reimagining Talent Development for a Complex World
Natalie Hadley - The Employee Journey: Applying Principles of Buyer Psychology to Recruiting, Engagement, and Retention
Becky Phipps and Angela McKay - Transitions: Align & Thrive in Your 9:5
Location Beardmore Event Center 3750 Raynor Parkway Bellevue, NE 68123 | Agenda 7:30 AM Registration Conference (including breakfast and lunch) 5:00 - 6:30 PM Happy Hour & Networking | Price $120 Members until 8/7 $150 Members after 8/7 $250 Non-Members Groups of 5+,email June for discount |
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