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2021 was an exciting year for Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska (CSS). Bishop James Conley appointed Katie Patrick as the new executive director of CSS effective July 1. Patrick was named interim executive director March 15 when Bishop Conley appointed previous director Father Justin Fulton as vicar general of the Diocese of Lincoln, with administrative oversight, strategy and mission for CSS.

Previously, Patrick was CSS regional director since March 2019. She is the first woman, wife, mother and lay person to lead the organization.

Patrick graduated from Pius X High School in Lincoln in 2002. She earned a bachelor’s degree in international studies from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2006. She then received a master’s degree in diplomacy and international relations in 2010 from Seton Hall University, a private, Catholic university in South Orange, N.J. Patrick then spent a year volunteering in the Democratic Republic of the Congo with the Canossian Daughters of Charity.

Her experience also includes two years at CSS as a refugee case manager, four years at the Colorado African Organization in Denver and work at the Asian Community and Cultural Center in Lincoln.

In August, following more than a decade of working in the development and financial services industry, John Soukup was named the development officer for CSS. Soukup will pursue and manage aspects of donor prospecting, cultivation, and stewardship in accordance with the mission of CSS. Soukup most recently worked as a field agent for Knights of Columbus Insurance for nearly nine years. Prior to that, he was station director for Spirit Catholic Radio in Lincoln.

In September, Mario Racicot was named vice president of programs for CSS. He leads the social services operation that assists, accompanies, and affects social change and the betterment of individuals, families, and the common good. Racicot most recently was the executive director of Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Lincoln and has experience in the non-profit organization management.

Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska provides food pantry services, emergency services including rent and utility assistance, disaster relief, refugee and immigration services, St. Gianna Women’s Homes, and a clinical and family counseling program. Founded in 1932, CSS serves all individuals across the 24,000 square miles in southern Nebraska, regardless of faith. For more information, visit www.csshope.org or call (402) 474-1600.

Midwest Bank is pleased to announce that John T. Connor III has joined their team as a vice president in their Lincoln location.

Conner began his commercial banking career starting as a credit analyst and then serving as a relationship manager spanning 15 years. He also has experience within Wealth Management lending to high-net-worth individuals and families.

With nearly two decades of experience in banking, Conner will continue to build relationships with new and existing clients in the area. He will focus on financing commercial real estate, business acquisitions, partner buy-in’s, equipment purchases and working capital lines of credit.

Currently, Conner is on the Board of Directors for the Platte Valley Chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants, has served on the Board of Directors for the United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County, Lincoln Children’s Museum as well as NeighborWorks Lincoln.

Midwest Bank, located at 2655 Jamie Ln. in Lincoln, has assets of $950 million and serves 9 communities across Eastern Nebraska: Pierce, Pilger, Deshler, Plainview, Creighton, York, Norfolk, Lincoln, and Wisner.

The Bryan Foundation welcomed three community members to the foundation’s board of trustees on January 1. They are: Chris Hove, president and CEO – Nebraska Bank of Commerce; Quinn Lawton, MS, LMHP, NCC; John Olsson, executive vice president of consulting services at Olsson & Associates.

“These Nebraskans share our passion and their own expertise in supporting Bryan’s daily pursuit to provide high-quality health care – from the routine to the complex,” said Bob Ravenscroft, Bryan Health vice president and chief development officer. “They are wonderful additions to our board of trustees that helps the Foundation meet our region’s health-related needs.”

John T. Conner III joins Midwest Bank as vice president

Midwest Bank is pleased to announce that John T. Connor III has joined their team as a vice president in their Lincoln location.

Conner began his commercial banking career starting as a credit analyst and then serving as a relationship manager spanning 15 years. He also has experience within Wealth Management lending to high-net-worth individuals and families.

With nearly two decades of experience in banking, Conner will continue to build relationships with new and existing clients in the area. He will focus on financing commercial real estate, business acquisitions, partner buy-in’s, equipment purchases and working capital lines of credit.

Currently, Conner is on the Board of Directors for the Platte Valley Chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants, has served on the Board of Directors for the United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County, Lincoln Children’s Museum as well as NeighborWorks Lincoln.

Midwest Bank, located at 2655 Jamie Ln. in Lincoln, has assets of $950 million and serves 9 communities across Eastern Nebraska: Pierce, Pilger, Deshler, Plainview, Creighton, York, Norfolk, Lincoln, and Wisner.

Bryan Foundation welcomes new board members

The Bryan Foundation welcomed three community members to the foundation’s board of trustees on January 1. They are: Chris Hove, president and CEO – Nebraska Bank of Commerce; Quinn Lawton, MS, LMHP, NCC; John Olsson, executive vice president of consulting services at Olsson & Associates.

“These Nebraskans share our passion and their own expertise in supporting Bryan’s daily pursuit to provide high-quality health care—from the routine to the complex,” said Bob Ravenscroft, Bryan Health vice president and chief development officer. “They are wonderful additions to our board of trustees that helps the Foundation meet our region’s health-related needs.”

CSS highlights 2021 administrative achievements

2021 was an exciting year for Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska (CSS). Bishop James Conley appointed Katie Patrick as the new executive director of CSS effective July 1. Patrick was named interim executive director March 15 when Bishop Conley appointed previous director Father Justin Fulton as vicar general of the Diocese of Lincoln, with administrative oversight, strategy and mission for CSS.

Previously, Patrick was CSS regional director since March 2019. She is the first woman, wife, mother and lay person to lead the organization.

Patrick graduated from Pius X High School in Lincoln in 2002. She earned a bachelor’s degree in international studies from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2006. She then received a master’s degree in diplomacy and international relations in 2010 from Seton Hall University, a private, Catholic university in South Orange, N.J. Patrick then spent a year volunteering in the Democratic Republic of the Congo with the Canossian Daughters of Charity.

Her experience also includes two years at CSS as a refugee case manager, four years at the Colorado African Organization in Denver and work at the Asian Community and Cultural Center in Lincoln.

In August, following more than a decade of working in the development and financial services industry, John Soukup was named the development officer for CSS. Soukup will pursue and manage aspects of donor prospecting, cultivation, and stewardship in accordance with the mission of CSS. Soukup most recently worked as a field agent for Knights of Columbus Insurance for nearly nine years. Prior to that, he was station director for Spirit Catholic Radio in Lincoln.

In September, Mario Racicot was named vice president of programs for CSS. He leads the social services operation that assists, accompanies, and affects social change and the betterment of individuals, families, and the common good. Racicot most recently was the executive director of Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Lincoln and has experience in the non-profit organization management.

Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska provides food pantry services, emergency services including rent and utility assistance, disaster relief, refugee and immigration services, St. Gianna Women’s Homes, and a clinical and family counseling program. Founded in 1932, CSS serves all individuals across the 24,000 square miles in southern Nebraska, regardless of faith. For more information, visit www.csshope.org or call (402) 474-1600.

Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, L.L.P., is pleased to announce that Lily Amare and Katie A. Joseph have been promoted to partner.

Lily Amare is a graduate of Chadron State College (B.A., 2010) and the University of Nebraska College of Law (J.D., 2015). She counsels employers regarding human resources policies and procedures, best employment practices, reasonable accommodation, harassment and retaliation claims, and other employment related issues. Amare drafts and reviews employment handbooks and other employment-related policies and documents. She serves as an independent investigator for harassment and discrimination claims within the workplace. Amare also represents school districts in matters such as employee and student due process and Title IX compliance. She also has litigation practice and represents employers and schools of all sizes before federal and state courts and administrative agencies.

Katie Joseph graduated from the University of Nebraska (B.A., 2001) and the University of Nebraska College of Law (J.D., 2015). Her practice focuses on employee benefits and exempt organizations. In Joseph’s employee benefits work, she advises private, governmental, church, and nonprofit clients of all sizes on the design and administration of retirement and welfare benefit plans and deferred compensation arrangements. She assists clients who are starting and terminating plans, and advises clients regarding fiduciary duties and best practices, reporting and disclosure, correcting plan errors, and responding to audits by the Internal Revenue Service and the Department of Labor. Joseph works with all types of exempt organizations, advising clients in all stages of the exempt organization life cycle, including startup, obtaining determination letters, ongoing compliance and governance matters, reinstatement after revocation, and dissolution.

Established in 1857, Cline Williams is a full service law firm with 58 attorneys representing and assisting individual and institutional clients. The firm has offices across Nebraska in Omaha, Lincoln, and Aurora, and in Fort Collins and Holyoke, Colorado.

Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is pleased to announce some exciting changes within our company leadership. T Michael Price has been named CEO of the company. Price, a 30+ year employee of Commonwealth, will succeed David Firestone and assume responsibilities on January 1st, 2022. Former CEO and original company founder, David Firestone, has retired. Price has served as President of the Company since 2019 and as President/CEO, Price will continue as the visionary and integrator for the company.

“With some big shoes to fill I know Michael is up for the task! Under his leadership, the company will be in very good hands. He’s the right man for the job and he and his team will continue to be the new foundation for CECM!”

– David Firestone, former CEO

Additionally, Billy Friesen has been named Corporate Secretary. As Secretary-Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, Friesen will continue to oversee Commonwealth’s financial operations and administrative services. Friesen joined the company in 2014 and has facilitated the company’s transition to a 100% employee-owned company. Commonwealth’s former Corporate Secretary and original company founder, Glen Moss, has retired.

Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is a 100% employee-owned, full-service electrical and low voltage specialty contractor located in Arizona, Iowa, and Nebraska

A new in-home care company has opened in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Serving residents of Lancaster and Saunders counties, the HomeCare Advocacy Network franchise is owned and operated by native Lincolnite Sarah Pappas.

“We know that most seniors want to remain in their homes as they age, but sometimes they need a little extra help to do that,” Pappas said. “From companionship to personal and alzheimer’s/dementia care, our caregivers are carefully selected and trained to provide services that will help our clients age safely in place and give their families much needed peace of mind.”

Pappas’ passion for caregiving is rooted in her personal and professional experience. Recently retired from a 27-year career as a corporate meeting planner, Pappas credits her parents and grandparents with teaching her the power of love and the value of duty toward others.

“I was very close with my grandad and began working in our family’s restaurant, the Continental in downtown Lincoln, when I was 10-years-old,” she said. “With his guidance, I learned how to care for others and the importance of providing exceptional service – lessons I carried with me throughout my career.”

Over the next 12 – 18 months, Pappas expects to add 40-50 caregiving jobs and is actively recruiting qualified caregivers.

“Our team looks forward to giving our caregivers the opportunity to commit to a fulfilling career,” Pappas said. “We feel very fortunate to be working in a business that allows us to give back to our community while building meaningful relationships with our caregivers, our clients and their families.”

For more information about services or employment opportunities, call 402.287.6171 or visit www.hcanthrive.com/Lincoln.

HoriSun Hospice is pleased to announce that Nancy Hulewicz has been promoted to shareholder. Hulewicz has 30 years of leadership experience in healthcare management and has had 18 years of experience as an Office Manager in hospice; the past 13 of those with HoriSun Hospice. She has extensive experience in finance, coding, and billing operations in a variety of medical organizations, including physician practices, hospital, skilled nursing, and home health settings.

Current shareholders of HoriSun Hospice include Bob Bleicher, M.D., and Susan Burkey. Of Hulewicz’s promotion, Dr. Bob Bleicher states, “Nancy has been integral part of the excellent work HoriSun Hospice provides to patients, their families, and referring caregivers. Nancy’s knowledge and guidance have been key to the success of this company”. Susan Burkey adds, “Nancy’s expertise and leadership will help successfully shape the future of HoriSun Hospice”.

HoriSun Hospice was established in 2004 and is privately and locally owned. The mission of HoriSun Hospice, Inc. is to deliver the highest level of holistic hospice care with honor and respect for patients and their families. HoriSun Hospice provides help, hope and comfort to those facing a life-limiting illness. Our vision is to be the most respected, compassionate and utilized hospice provider, serving people of all backgrounds. For more information about HoriSun Hospice, please call 402-484-6444 or visit www.horisunhospice.com.

Woods Aitken is pleased to announce that Shana L. Knutson has joined the firm as a partner. Knutson focuses her practice on telecommunications, with additional areas of interest in business services and real estate law.

Knutson recently served as general counsel at the Nebraska Public Service Commission, where she had an emphasis on telecommunications regulatory matters. During her time at the Nebraska Public Service Commission, Knutson assisted the commission’s efforts in promoting universal service and broadband deployment, including state and federal grant projects. She was a State Member of the Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service and received the Governor’s Excellence in Leadership Award in 2017.

Knutson received her J.D. from the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law and her B.A. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Celebrating its 100th year, Woods Aitken focuses its practice of law on achieving long-term client success on local, regional, and national levels. The Firm has offices in Denver, Lincoln, Omaha, and Washington, D.C. The Firm’s website is www.woodsaitken.com.

Cline Williams announces new partners

Cline Williams Wright Johnson & Oldfather, L.L.P., is pleased to announce that Lily Amare and Katie A. Joseph have been promoted to partner.

Lily Amare is a graduate of Chadron State College (B.A., 2010) and the University of Nebraska College of Law (J.D., 2015). She counsels employers regarding human resources policies and procedures, best employment practices, reasonable accommodation, harassment and retaliation claims, and other employment related issues. Amare drafts and reviews employment handbooks and other employment-related policies and documents. She serves as an independent investigator for harassment and discrimination claims within the workplace. Amare also represents school districts in matters such as employee and student due process and Title IX compliance. She also has litigation practice and represents employers and schools of all sizes before federal and state courts and administrative agencies.

Katie Joseph graduated from the University of Nebraska (B.A., 2001) and the University of Nebraska College of Law (J.D., 2015). Her practice focuses on employee benefits and exempt organizations. In Joseph’s employee benefits work, she advises private, governmental, church, and nonprofit clients of all sizes on the design and administration of retirement and welfare benefit plans and deferred compensation arrangements. She assists clients who are starting and terminating plans, and advises clients regarding fiduciary duties and best practices, reporting and disclosure, correcting plan errors, and responding to audits by the Internal Revenue Service and the Department of Labor. Joseph works with all types of exempt organizations, advising clients in all stages of the exempt organization life cycle, including startup, obtaining determination letters, ongoing compliance and governance matters, reinstatement after revocation, and dissolution.

Established in 1857, Cline Williams is a full service law firm with 58 attorneys representing and assisting individual and institutional clients. The firm has offices across Nebraska in Omaha, Lincoln, and Aurora, and in Fort Collins and Holyoke, Colorado.

Commonwealth Electric announces changes to leadership

Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is pleased to announce some exciting changes within our company leadership. T Michael Price has been named CEO of the company. Price, a 30+ year employee of Commonwealth, will succeed David Firestone and assume responsibilities on January 1st, 2022. Former CEO and original company founder, David Firestone, has retired. Price has served as President of the Company since 2019 and as President/CEO, Price will continue as the visionary and integrator for the company.

“With some big shoes to fill I know Michael is up for the task! Under his leadership, the company will be in very good hands. He’s the right man for the job and he and his team will continue to be the new foundation for CECM!”

– David Firestone, former CEO

Additionally, Billy Friesen has been named Corporate Secretary. As Secretary-Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, Friesen will continue to oversee Commonwealth’s financial operations and administrative services. Friesen joined the company in 2014 and has facilitated the company’s transition to a 100% employee-owned company. Commonwealth’s former Corporate Secretary and original company founder, Glen Moss, has retired.

Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is a 100% employee-owned, full-service electrical and low voltage specialty contractor located in Arizona, Iowa, and Nebraska

HoriSun Hospice promotes Nancy Hulewicz to shareholder

HoriSun Hospice is pleased to announce that Nancy Hulewicz has been promoted to shareholder. Hulewicz has 30 years of leadership experience in healthcare management and has had 18 years of experience as an Office Manager in hospice; the past 13 of those with HoriSun Hospice. She has extensive experience in finance, coding, and billing operations in a variety of medical organizations, including physician practices, hospital, skilled nursing, and home health settings.

Current shareholders of HoriSun Hospice include Bob Bleicher, M.D., and Susan Burkey. Of Hulewicz’s promotion, Dr. Bob Bleicher states, “Nancy has been an integral part of the excellent work HoriSun Hospice provides to patients, their families, and referring caregivers. Nancy’s knowledge and guidance have been key to the success of this company”. Susan Burkey adds, “Nancy’s expertise and leadership will help successfully shape the future of HoriSun Hospice”.

HoriSun Hospice was established in 2004 and is privately and locally owned. The mission of HoriSun Hospice, Inc. is to deliver the highest level of holistic hospice care with honor and respect for patients and their families. HoriSun Hospice provides help, hope and comfort to those facing a life-limiting illness. Our vision is to be the most respected, compassionate and utilized hospice provider, serving people of all backgrounds. For more information about HoriSun Hospice, please call 402-484-6444 or visit www.horisunhospice.com.

In-Home care company opens in Lincoln

A new in-home care company has opened in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Serving residents of Lancaster and Saunders counties, the HomeCare Advocacy Network franchise is owned and operated by native Lincolnite Sarah Pappas.

“We know that most seniors want to remain in their homes as they age, but sometimes they need a little extra help to do that,” Pappas said. “From companionship to personal and alzheimer’s/dementia care, our caregivers are carefully selected and trained to provide services that will help our clients age safely in place and give their families much needed peace of mind.”

Pappas’ passion for caregiving is rooted in her personal and professional experience. Recently retired from a 27-year career as a corporate meeting planner, Pappas credits her parents and grandparents with teaching her the power of love and the value of duty toward others.

“I was very close with my grandad and began working in our family’s restaurant, the Continental in downtown Lincoln, when I was 10-years-old,” she said. “With his guidance, I learned how to care for others and the importance of providing exceptional service—lessons I carried with me throughout my career.”

Over the next 12—18 months, Pappas expects to add 40-50 caregiving jobs and is actively recruiting qualified caregivers.

“Our team looks forward to giving our caregivers the opportunity to commit to a fulfilling career,” Pappas said. “We feel very fortunate to be working in a business that allows us to give back to our community while building meaningful relationships with our caregivers, our clients and their families.”

For more information about services or employment opportunities, call 402.287.6171 or visit www.hcanthrive.com/Lincoln.

Woods Aitken welcomes Shana Knutson

Woods Aitken is pleased to announce that Shana L. Knutson has joined the firm as a partner. Knutson focuses her practice on telecommunications, with additional areas of interest in business services and real estate law.

Knutson recently served as general counsel at the Nebraska Public Service Commission, where she had an emphasis on telecommunications regulatory matters. During her time at the Nebraska Public Service Commission, Knutson assisted the commission’s efforts in promoting universal service and broadband deployment, including state and federal grant projects. She was a State Member of the Federal-State Joint Board on Universal Service and received the Governor’s Excellence in Leadership Award in 2017.

Knutson received her J.D. from the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law and her B.A. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Celebrating its 100th year, Woods Aitken focuses its practice of law on achieving long-term client success on local, regional, and national levels. The Firm has offices in Denver, Lincoln, Omaha, and Washington, D.C. The Firm’s website is www.woodsaitken.com.

Baylor Evnen, LLP is pleased to announce that Attorney Christopher Schmidt has become a partner of the firm effective January 1, 2022.

Mr. Schmidt is a partner at the firm with a broad practice that includes representing clients in civil litigation, advocating for clients on appeal, and advising employers about a variety of workplace issues. As a member of the Litigation Practice Group, he represents clients in both state and federal court, with an emphasis in employment-related disputes, civil rights, personal injury, and construction. For employment clients, Chris takes a proactive approach with companies by providing counsel during the decision-making process, reviewing handbooks and agreements, conducting training, and leading investigations.

Located in downtown Lincoln, Nebraska, Baylor Evnen, LLP assists corporations, both large and small, as well as individuals and families. The firm has extensive experience in business and commercial law, condemnation, employment, commercial and individual litigation, real estate and land use, transportation and workers’ compensation. For more information on Chris Schmidt or Baylor Evnen, LLP, please visit www.baylorevnen.com.

Lincoln Industries is excited to announce the selections of Dillon Buss, aftermarket customer service representative; Justin Dalebout, department manager; Jake Garnas, sales representative – Branded Products; and Adam Taylor, account representative. We are also excited to announce the promotions of Aura Mihai, people resources specialist; and Jessica Yesilcimen, people resources leader.

Dillon Buss worked as a sales associate at Scheels before joining Lincoln Industries as a customer service representative. Buss will be working with dealers and end users for both Lincoln Chrome and Khrome Werks, providing professional insight and assistance to any questions or requests our customers might have regarding our aftermarket products.

Justin Dalebout joins us after having worked as a maintenance supervisor and brings a strong industrial knowledge background to his position. He will be responsible for the day-to-day operations at our Airpark location and managing a large team of people.

Jake Garnas is a recent graduate from Nebraska Wesleyan University. During his time there he was a five-year participant in the football program and held a position at Hudl as a customer service intern. As a sales representative for Lincoln Chrome, he will be working with our customer base in our southeast territory, which includes Florida, Georgia, both Carolinas, Alabama, and more.

Adam Taylor most recently worked at CarMax and has years of experience in the buyer/purchasing role. He also brings experience from the restaurant industry having served as a general manager. As an account representative for Lincoln Industries, Taylor will work with Harley Davidson to accomplish day to day order fulfillment and logistics coordination.

Aura Mihai joined Lincoln Industries in 2021 and has been promoted to people resources specialist. She will handle post-offer recruitment tasks, on-boarding, rollovers, and other personnel transactions.

Jessica Yesilcimen has been with Lincoln Industries since 2018 and was promoted to people resources leader. In this role she will manage day-to-day functions of the PR team including benefits, leave management, on-boarding, and other needs.

Lincoln Industries is a growth-oriented manufacturing company and for 70 years has been solving technically complex problems for premium brands. As a values-based company with a unique culture, we are committed to developing our people professionally and personally with a positive team environment. To learn more and see open positions visit lincolnindustries.com/careers.

David Malcom has joined the Lincoln Electric System executive team as chief technology officer and vice president of technology services.

Malcom has over 24 years of experience working in information technology. The majority of his time was spent working for Computer Services, Inc. where he served as system operation manager, senior director of datacenter operations, vice president of managed services, and vice president of infrastructure management.

He is a graduate of Bellevue University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management.

A father of three, Malcom stays busy with his children’s activities. However, in his free time, he enjoys being outdoors, hunting, camping, and spending time with his family.

On January 1, Bryan Medical Center welcomed three new members to its Board of Trustees for three year terms. The Board of Trustees includes community, business and medical leaders who are entrusted with governing Bryan Medical Center. The new members are: Connie Edmond – managing partner, WRL; Elizabeth Lau, M.D., Associated Anesthesiologists, PC; Robert Oakes, M.D., Bryan Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery.

“These community leaders enthusiastically share their time and expertise to ensure Bryan continues to provide excellent care and promote health,” said John Woodrich president and chief executive officer, Bryan Medical Center, and executive vice president, Bryan Health. “Bryan and the patients we serve are very fortunate for their service to our organization.”

Bryan Medical Center is part of Bryan Health, a Nebraska governed, nonprofit health system with a mission to advance the health of individuals in our region through collaboration with physicians and communities.

Bryan Medical Center Board welcomes new members

On January 1, Bryan Medical Center welcomed three new members to its Board of Trustees for three year terms. The Board of Trustees includes community, business and medical leaders who are entrusted with governing Bryan Medical Center. The new members are: Connie Edmond – managing partner, WRL; Elizabeth Lau, M.D., Associated Anesthesiologists, PC; Robert Oakes, M.D., Bryan Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery.

“These community leaders enthusiastically share their time and expertise to ensure Bryan continues to provide excellent care and promote health,” said John Woodrich president and chief executive officer, Bryan Medical Center, and executive vice president, Bryan Health. “Bryan and the patients we serve are very fortunate for their service to our organization.”

Bryan Medical Center is part of Bryan Health, a Nebraska governed, nonprofit health system with a mission to advance the health of individuals in our region through collaboration with physicians and communities.

LES welcomes David Malcom to its executive team

David Malcom has joined the Lincoln Electric System executive team as chief technology officer and vice president of technology services.

Malcom has over 24 years of experience working in information technology. The majority of his time was spent working for Computer Services, Inc. where he served as system operation manager, senior director of datacenter operations, vice president of managed services, and vice president of infrastructure management.

He is a graduate of Bellevue University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management.

A father of three, Malcom stays busy with his children’s activities. However, in his free time, he enjoys being outdoors, hunting, camping, and spending time with his family.

Baylor Evnen, LLP welcomes new partner

Baylor Evnen, LLP is pleased to announce that Attorney Christopher Schmidt has become a partner of the firm effective January 1, 2022.

Mr. Schmidt is a partner at the firm with a broad practice that includes representing clients in civil litigation, advocating for clients on appeal, and advising employers about a variety of workplace issues. As a member of the Litigation Practice Group, he represents clients in both state and federal court, with an emphasis in employment-related disputes, civil rights, personal injury, and construction. For employment clients, Chris takes a proactive approach with companies by providing counsel during the decision-making process, reviewing handbooks and agreements, conducting training, and leading investigations.

Located in downtown Lincoln, Nebraska, Baylor Evnen, LLP assists corporations, both large and small, as well as individuals and families. The firm has extensive experience in business and commercial law, condemnation, employment, commercial and individual litigation, real estate and land use, transportation and workers’ compensation. For more information on Chris Schmidt or Baylor Evnen, LLP, please visit www.baylorevnen.com.

Lincoln Industries selections and promotions

Lincoln Industries is excited to announce the selections of Dillon Buss, aftermarket customer service representative; Justin Dalebout, department manager; Jake Garnas, sales representative—Branded Products; and Adam Taylor, account representative. We are also excited to announce the promotions of Aura Mihai, people resources specialist; and Jessica Yesilcimen, people resources leader.

Dillon Buss worked as a sales associate at Scheels before joining Lincoln Industries as a customer service representative. Buss will be working with dealers and end users for both Lincoln Chrome and Khrome Werks, providing professional insight and assistance to any questions or requests our customers might have regarding our aftermarket products.

Justin Dalebout joins us after having worked as a maintenance supervisor and brings a strong industrial knowledge background to his position. He will be responsible for the day-to-day operations at our Airpark location and managing a large team of people.

Jake Garnas is a recent graduate from Nebraska Wesleyan University. During his time there he was a five-year participant in the football program and held a position at Hudl as a customer service intern. As a sales representative for Lincoln Chrome, he will be working with our customer base in our southeast territory, which includes Florida, Georgia, both Carolinas, Alabama, and more.

Adam Taylor most recently worked at CarMax and has years of experience in the buyer/purchasing role. He also brings experience from the restaurant industry having served as a general manager. As an account representative for Lincoln Industries, Taylor will work with Harley Davidson to accomplish day to day order fulfillment and logistics coordination.

Aura Mihai joined Lincoln Industries in 2021 and has been promoted to people resources specialist. She will handle post-offer recruitment tasks, on-boarding, rollovers, and other personnel transactions.

Jessica Yesilcimen has been with Lincoln Industries since 2018 and was promoted to people resources leader. In this role she will manage day-to-day functions of the PR team including benefits, leave management, on-boarding, and other needs.

Lincoln Industries is a growth-oriented manufacturing company and for 70 years has been solving technically complex problems for premium brands. As a values-based company with a unique culture, we are committed to developing our people professionally and personally with a positive team environment. To learn more and see open positions visit lincolnindustries.com/careers.

Lincoln – Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF) welcomes Kara Asmus to its talented team of professionals committed to building stronger communities and a greater Nebraska.

As NCF’s new affiliated fund development coordinator for East-Central Nebraska, Asmus will work with volunteer leaders to build community awareness, conduct fundraising efforts and increase community impact through grantmaking and citizen engagement.

Prior to joining NCF, Asmus led multiple programs for the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, including “Drive for Five,” a workforce development and talent-attraction initiative. Her extensive work history also includes leadership roles with the Mid-America Council Boy Scouts of America, Columbus’ Downtown Business Association and the Columbus Telegram.

Asmus has also served as a member of the Columbus Area Future Fund Advisory Committee, an NCF affiliated fund. Other volunteer experience includes UNL Extension, Columbus Public Schools Foundation, United Way and the Columbus Jaycees, among many other organizations.

“As a seventh-generation Nebraskan, my love for Nebraska communities and their citizens seems innate,” Asmus said. “As much as I enjoy learning about the successes of others, I am even more drawn to helping people visualize the things they could accomplish if they had the right tools. Nebraska Community Foundation provides the tools.”

Asmus obtained a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, specializing in Human Development and Family Rehabilitation Services.

“Kara brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our already talented coordinator team,” said NCF CEO and President Jeff Yost. “We are thrilled to have her on staff, where she can use her talents and connections in East-Central Nebraska to help our communities cultivate their active hope and build prosperity in greater Nebraska.”

About Nebraska Community Foundation

Nebraska Community Foundation unleashes abundant local assets, inspires charitable giving and connects ambitious people to build stronger communities and a greater Nebraska.

Headquartered in Lincoln, the foundation serves communities, donors and organizations by providing financial management, strategic development, education and training to a statewide network of 1,500 volunteers serving over 270 communities.

In the last five years, 45,915 contributions have been made to NCF and its affiliated funds. Since 1994, NCF has reinvested $423 million in Nebraska’s people and places. For information, visit NebraskaHometown.org.

TELCOR is proud to announce the promotions of Jessica DeBerg, HRIS and payroll director; Kelsey Keady, accounts payable supervisor; JoHanna Mundt, POC revenue manager; and Shana Porter, RCM revenue manager.

DeBerg has been with TELCOR for nearly six years starting as a senior accountant and most recently serving as the HRIS and payroll manager. She has been instrumental in the implementation of multiple changes to streamline the payroll processes and procedures. In her new role, she will continue to lead the enhancement of HRIS and payroll processes.

Keady joined the TELCOR accounting department in 2016 as an accounting specialist and has proven to be an invaluable member of the team. She was pivotal in the implementation of new accounting systems, processes, and procedures guiding TELCOR through its growth. In her new role, she will manage the timely and accurate payments to vendors and employee reimbursements while leading the operations team.

Since joining TELCOR in 2016 as a senior accountant, Mundt has been a proven leader managing POC customer order processing, billing, and collections. She has also been integral in defining processes for the new accounting system. In her expanded role, she will provide direction to the POC revenue accountants in the management of POC customer accounts.

Porter has been with TELCOR since 2016 where she helped streamline accounting processes for the RCM product lines. With her attention to detail and the ability to communicate complex data, she was an essential component when transitioning to the new system. In her new role, she will guide the RCM/RCS revenue accountants in the management of customer accounts.

TELCOR provides exceptional products and services to thousands of hospitals and laboratories for point of care, revenue cycle management software, and billing services. The TELCOR team includes clinically experienced, software savvy and billing professionals who understand customers’ unique environments. Discover more at telcor.com.

Horizon Bank, Waverly, is excited to announce the acquisition of Springfield State Bank as of January 1, 2022. Horizon Bank is a full-service community bank with offices located in Waverly, Superior, McCook and Springfield. It has been servicing the financial needs of customers for over 100 years. With this acquisition, the goal of Building Communities, Building Relationships will continue across Nebraska.

Horizon Bank is pleased to announce two promotions on our staff. Scott Bartels has been promoted to senior vice president. Mr. Bartels will be the manager of the Springfield location as well as manager of the North Waverly location. He has worked at Horizon Bank for 14 years and is an integral part of our management team. He also serves on the bank board of directors.

Scott Argo was promoted to senior vice president. Mr. Argo’s primary duties involve oversite and management of our Low-Income Housing Tax Credit department. Horizon Bank has been instrumental in financing affordable housing across the Nation’s Heartland since 1993. This includes financing over 700 developments which provides housing for more than 30,000 people. He has worked at Horizon Bank for 13 years and is an integral part of our affordable housing success.

On January 1, Bryan Health welcomed two new members to its Board of Trustees for three-year terms. The Board of Trustees includes community, business and medical leaders who are entrusted with governing Bryan Health.

The new members are Jasmine Kingsley, senior vice president, legal & people/general counsel at Hudl and Gail Perry, vice president, associate general counsel at Ameritas.

“We are humbled by the support of these community leaders, who have unique expertise and who want to help further the Bryan Health mission,” said Russ Gronewold, president and chief executive officer. “Their interest in and dedication to health care services in our region is invaluable.”

Bryan Health is a Nebraska governed, nonprofit health system with a mission to advance the health of individuals in our region through collaboration with physicians and communities.

Genesis Psychiatric Group is pleased to welcome Mckenzie Jones, APRN-NP, to their group practice. Jones is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who performs diagnostic evaluations and provides medication management and brief therapy. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.

Prior to joining Genesis, Jones worked for ten years at a local hospital in the adult mental health unit as a staff and charge nurse. In addition, she has served in the military since 2007 and is currently a captain with the United States Army Reserves.

For more information or to schedule an appointment please call 402-454-7454.

TELCOR is excited to announce the appointment of Liz Wood to chief financial officer. Since joining TELCOR in May 2017, Wood has served as the internal audit director, finance and administration director, and most recently, vice president of finance. Throughout her tenure, she has been instrumental in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure TELCOR remains compliant with accounting and tax regulations while serving almost 300 employees.

“Integrity in everything we do has always been a core value at TELCOR,” said Deb Larson, executive vice president. “The insight and experience Liz brings to TELCOR allow us to be a vendor of choice. Our customers know we have the right programs in place to protect them as well as ensure the longevity of TELCOR.”

Wood has more than 15 years of experience in financial assurance and auditing. She graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a masters in professional accounting in 2004 and became a certified public account in 2007. Wood was the Chairman of the Board for the American Red Cross serving Nebraska for six years and is currently an active board member for the same organization.

TELCOR is an industry leader in the laboratory revenue cycle management and point of care testing markets, providing unparalleled health care software products and services, and exceptional customer support. Our proven implementations are performed by clinically experienced, IT knowledgeable resources who understand each customer’s unique environment.

Cancer Partners of Nebraska (Cancer Partners) is pleased to announce Peter Morris, MD has joined their growing team of cancer specialists. Dr. Morris will be Lincoln’s first gynecologic oncology surgeon and will be adding a much-needed service (gynecologic oncology) to the greater Lincoln area.

Dr. Morris brings over 35 years of surgery experience to Cancer Partners. He has expertise in the surgical treatment and management of cancers that begin in a woman’s reproductive organs.

“Dr. Morris is a highly-accomplished surgeon and will be a great resource to patients in our community who have complex gynecologic health issues,” stated Nathan Green, DO, medical oncologist at Cancer Partners. “We are very fortunate to have a physician of his caliber joining our team.”

Dr. Morris will work with Cancer Partners’ multidisciplinary team of medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, geneticists, therapists and their other cancer experts to evaluate and determine the best-personalized treatment plans for their patients.

Cancer Partners of Nebraska, formerly Southeast Nebraska Cancer Center, provides comprehensive cancer care in Lincoln and in eleven communities throughout greater Nebraska. Cancer Partners combines advanced medical oncology, radiation oncology and multiple oncology support services at their two Lincoln locations. For more information, visit CancerPartners.com.