2015 December Newsletter
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2015 December Newsletter
Fellowship • Scholarship • Education And the Best View in Town VOLUME 44 • NUMBER 11 D E C E M B E R 2015 WWW.OMAHAPRESSCLUB.COM SEE PAGE 2 SEE PAGE 3 Legendary Husker linebacker, Jerry Murtaugh, to speak at Dec. 15 Shatel lunch J erry Murtaugh, a legendary linebacker on the 1970 national championship team for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, will be the guest speaker for the Shatel Lunch Series on Dec. 15. By Tom O’Connor OPC Committee Co-Chair An Omaha native, Murtaugh played for the Huskers from 1968-1970 and was a co-captain on the 1970 team. He went Jerry Murtaugh on to play one year in the NFL with the In 2012, Murtaugh created a nonNew England Patriots. profit organization, the Husker Greats In recent years, Murtaugh has served Foundation, to help former Husker as co-host of “The Legends” radio athletes with their medical needs. He show on KXSP-AM (590), the ESPN was inspired to start the foundation by radio channel in Omaha. The program a couple Husker football greats with runs from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturdays and serious health issues – quarterback features interviews with past and present David Humm (multiple sclerosis) and Husker sports legends. fullback Andra Franklin (died of heart failure). Murtaugh has recently co-authored a book, “If These Walls Could Talk,” which will be available for sale at the lunch. The book provides an insider’s look at Nebraska football with insights from players, coaches and administrators. The Shatel Sports Series lunch costs $12 and is open to the public. It is held on the third Tuesday of every month. To RSVP, call (402) 345-8008 or email opcjeanie@ gmail.com.The menu for the Dec. 15 lunch will include prime rib sandwiches and steak fries. The Omaha Press Club Education Series takes you inside KETV’S Burlington Station studio T KETV Burlington Station - Photos by Phil Johnson he Burlington train station in downtown Omaha opened in 1898 in time for the Trans-Mississippi International Exposition and attracted visitors from around the world. It became a landmark on the National Register of Historic Places. But when passenger service ended, so did the Burlington Station in 1974. It seemed destined for the wrecking ball. But KETV and its owner, Hearst Television, have completely rehabilitated the building into a television studio. Now is your chance to see it on our tour of KETV’s Burlington Station studio. THURSDAY, DEC. 10 $15 per person includes a box lunch, beginning at 11:30 Number of attendees is limited. Be among the first to call 402-345-8008 for reservations or e-mail Jeanie at jeaniec@opc.omhcoxmail.com. Non-press club members welcome Park along 10th Street in front of the building at 1001 S. 10th Street. Use entrance along 10th street on the west side of the building OPC corporate membership as an employee benefit T he Omaha Press Club Marketing/Membership Committee is launching a corporatemembership campaign to target Omaha employers, especially companies with a downtown presence. A membership brochure will be rolled out as part of the project. Corporate members receive full access to OPC member benefits, which include personal dining privileges, reduced member rates for OPC events, free rental for events, reciprocal dining status at clubs around the nation and internationally, and more. If you work for a company that may be interested in offering OPC membership as an employee benefit (the mem- bership can be structured so employees pay their own membership dues, or the company can pay the dues for its employees), please contact Bridget Brooks at 402-393-4600 or by email at bw@ buildimage.com. Chamber’s Brown says: Omaha offering jobs to ConAgra employees By Claudia Bohn Communications Committee O maha’s “We Don’t Coast” slogan has certainly proven to be true in recent years. Under the guidance of David Brown, president and CEO of the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, Omaha has seen 535 projects, 27,571 jobs and $5.2 billion in capital investments in the past 10 years. Brown told attendees at the Nov. 19 Omaha Press Club Education Forum to not expect anything less in the coming years. With that success can also come some heartache. ConAgra’s recent announcement regarding the relocation of its corporate headquarters to Chicago was certainly a blow to the Omaha economy and job front. Unfortunately, Brown and his team had very little opportunity to change that decision. “We reached out as often as anyone could do,” Brown said. “I could call, be on their doorstep, etc., but they were not interested in talking to us about their project and how to keep it here. We could have offered every incentive possible – but they did not want to have any discussions with us, the State of Nebraska or the City of Omaha. They had made their decision.” Once made aware of the pending relocation and layoffs, Brown and the chamber team got to work and developed a strategy to reach out to laid-off ConAgra employees with the intent of keeping them in Omaha. “We got word on a Thursday and we had a strategy in place first thing Friday morning,” Brown said. “With Omaha’s low unemployment and a potential of 1,200 people entering our workforce – we had a marvelous opportunity before us. Our strategy was to keep those people here.” Within hours, eight of Omaha’s biggest employers came to the table with nearly 800 jobs. A newly designed chamber website now serves as a networking tool for employers and job seekers. Networking events, career fairs and cocktail gatherings have and will continue to occur as part of a 10-month strategy. “There was a huge vacuum that could have been filled with angst or optimism . We decided on the latter,” Brown said. “Since that announcement, we have been working day in and day out to make sure these people have access to resources. We will do everything we can to keep our talent where it belongs – in our community. We want them to remember why they chose Omaha in the first place – quality of life, schools, affordable housing and cultural events, etc.” ‘Face on the Barroom Floor’ Peterson roasters hit it out of the park By Don Summerside OPC News Copy Editor list Peterson in their Halls of Fame - for the runs he yielded to their baseball teams. t was batter up and swing for the fences on Nov. 20 when Kyle Peterson’s friends took their shots at the Omaha Press Club’s newest “Face on the Barroom Floor.” Batting cleanup was Trent Demulling, chief financial officer for Kiewit and Peterson’s neighbor. Demulling noted Peterson’s reluctance to spend money on household fixtures he thinks he doesn’t need. For example: shunning a snow blower and using a shovel instead. That led to Kyle carving out just minimumwidth paths on his sidewalks and driveway, Demulling said. Laziness? No, said Peterson, his motto is: “It’s not lazy; it’s efficient.” I From boyhood pals to a next-door neighbor, Peterson chose roasters who knew their target well. The result was a lively and irreverent salute to the former baseball star and current ESPN analyst for college baseball. (l to r) Trent Demulling, Tom Kelley, Kyle Peterson (honoree), Brian Fahey, Ben Fogarty, Jim Fogarty (emcee). - Photo by Kurt A. Keeler terson teammate at Creighton Prep. Ben recalled Kyle’s short-lived and less-thanenthusiastic attempts at teen-age jobs such as detasseling corn and a lawn service. “I always wondered who would For example, Tom Kelley, president pay him a good salary to work about six of Five Points Bank Omaha and leadoff hours a week,” Ben said. “I never thought Emcee for the Face frolics was Jim Fogarty, co-owner of Legacy roaster, alleged that Peterson decided to it would be ESPN.” Preservation book publishers and a forresort to performance enhancing drugs mer OPC president. Kyle spent many Brian Fahey, president of Missouri Rivto salvage his major league pitching cateen-age hours in the Fogarty household er Title Co., was No. 3 in the roaster reer. But he took the wrong drug: Viagra. with his buddy, Ben. And even then, Jim lineup. Peterson is widely known to be a The bad news: no baseball comeback. said, member of the Creighton Prep and The good news: three beautiful children. Stanford University athletic Halls of young Kyle was already practicing broad Batting second was Ben Fogarty, own- Fame. What isn’t generally known, Fahey casting styles, imitating the public ader of Dundee Financial Services and a Pe- said, is that Westside High and LSU also (Continued on Page 4) Page 2 DECEMBER 2015 Pivovar tells Shatel diners: Better things in store for By Tom O’Connor Creighton basketball OPC Committee Co-Chair T hings are looking up for Creighton men’s basketball. That’s the outlook of Steve Pivovar, the longtime Omaha World-Herald sports writer who covers Bluejays athletics. He was the guest speaker at the OPC Shatel Lunch Series on Nov. 17. At the lunch, Pivovar highlighted several new recruits – freshmen Khyri Thomas, Martin Krampelj and Justin Patton, and juniors Maurice Watson Jr. and Cole Huff – as players Creighton will be counting on to elevate the program. In its second year in the Big East Conference, Creighton went 14-19 last season, tying Marquette for ninth place in the conference with a 4-14 record. Pivovar was especially excited about what the future might hold for Patton, Former Creighton president. T a 6’11” freshman who played last year at Omaha North High School. Patton has agreed to redshirt this season. “He needs to get in the weight room and put some bulk on (his 215-lb. frame),” Pivovar said. watching Justin play. I think you could say he has a chance to play in the NBA.” During his time at the podium, Tom Shatel, Omaha World-Herald sports columnist and host of the series, covered an He said that Patton’s career path array of topics including: changed dramatically in the summer between his junior and senior years. “Some- •Husker football (“This is a team that thing clicked,” Pivovar said, as Patton seems to sink or rise to the level of the went to a Creighton summer camp, played opposition.”) AAU ball and elevated his status from • The bedlam surrounding the Univeran unknown Division I prospect to one sity of Missouri and its football coach, of the top 50 high school recruits in the Gary Pinkel, who sided with his disgruncountry. tled team at the expense of the university Pivovar told those attending the lunch president (“It was a ballsy move . . . . but about a 5-minute stretch at a recent the head coach has to support his playCreighton practice in which Patton put ers.”). Pinkel has since announced that on a performance that would have had he is resigning after this season for health NBA scouts drooling. “I’m excited about reasons. OPC remembers Father Schlegel he Omaha Press Club joins in mourning the passing of the Rev. John Schlegel, former president of Creighton University. Schlegel, who led Creighton from 2000 to 2011, died Nov. 15 of pancreatic cancer at age 72. Schlegel was installed as the OPC’s 114th “Face on the Barroom Floor” in October of 2007. He also headlined the 2011 Omaha Press Club Show, which was titled “SchlegelKegger.” One in a series of stories saluting members who have contributed significantly to the Omaha Press Club. OPC Hero: Susan Eustice S Susan Eustice usan Eustice is the first member in almost 60 years to serve more than 12 months as OPC president. The only other Omaha Press Club cofounder John Savage, was president in both 1956 and 1957. The story began when Susan was president-elect in 2011. “I looked forward to a year before taking on the presidency.” But Chris Allen, who was OPC President at the time, was offered a prestigious Fulbright scholarship. That meant a tempo- By Judy Horan OPC Committee Co-Chair rary move to the country of Oman for the Society of America (PRSA) and International Association of Business CommuniUNO professor. “So I ended up serving cators (IABC Omaha). out his term and then mine.” She felt that she had gained a lot from Her PRSA service and contacts brought her Omaha Press Club membership. It about a valuable collaboration with the was time to pay it back by serving as presi- Omaha Press Club in the membership and dent. professional development areas. But Susan had a few qualms. “I would The Press Club supporter remembers be president of a restaurant. I know noth- the first time she walked into the club ing about restaurants. But then it hit me with her parents, Dr. Carlyle and Virginia that it was Steve Villamonte’s role to run Wilson: “My parents joined because they the restaurant. I was responsible for the thought the view was the coolest ever. ‘Press’ side of the Omaha Press Club.” They would bring out-of-town guests here for dinner.” OPC’s Professional Development program was an area where she had a Her job as divisional director, public positive impact during her presidency. “I relations and communications for The Salworked to reinvigorate this valuable provation Army Western Division, gave Susan gram for members.” another reason to become a member. “I It wasn’t the first time. Susan also had realized by joining, I could interact with worked to grow professional development people I work with every day,” she said. “I wanted to get to know them as volunteers programs for other organizations where she served as presidentthe Public Relations for the OPC.” DECEMBER 2015 Page 3 (Continued from Page 2) dress voice of Jack Payne from Rosenblatt Stadium and the College World Series. Years later, after starring at Stanford – including two visits to the College World Series – and a stint with the Milwaukee Brewers, Peterson took those broadcasting talents to ESPN. In addition to his TV duties, Peterson has a major “day job” in commercial real Journalists of Excellence Hall of Fame CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Your name: estate as president/CEO of Colliers International/Nebraska. As the 147th “Face on the Barroom Floor,” Peterson is front and center in the caricature created by Jim Horan. Wearing red for Stanford and blue for the Brewers, he is delivering a fast pitch using his ESPN microphone like a baseball. Surrounding Kyle is his own Little League team – children Teddy, Jamie and Lacie - with wife Julie winding up to hit a home run. Nominations are now open for the selection of inductees for the 2016 Hall of Fame. Nominees may be living or deceased and must have made notable contributions to broadcast, print or new media journalism. They must have shown excep- At age 39, Peterson is one of the youngest “Faces on the Barroom Floor” and only the second baseball player, joining Hall of Famer Bob Gibson. Peterson said he had never been to a “Face” event. Not knowing what was in store, he joked: “I thought it best for my children’s future that they weren’t here tonight.” More seriously, Kyle concluded: “This honor really means a lot to me and my family. Thank you.” tional leadership, courage or contributions to the news industry. They will have worked in the Omaha area during their career or they may have had a reasonable career in the area before going elsewhere. Phone number: I nominate (name) Check here if the journalist is being nominated posthumously. Tell us why the person should be inducted into the OPC Journalists of Excellence Hall of Fame. Use a separate sheet. Please submit by March 6, 2016, to the Omaha Press Club Hall of Fame Committee, 1620 Dodge St., 22nd Floor Omaha, NE 68102. Or email to opchof@gmail.com. Board of Directors Santa Brunch Sunday, Dec. 13 Two Seatings: 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Price: Adults $20 Children $10 A new, unwrapped toy to donate to the Salvation Army would be welcome. For reservations, call 402-345-8008 BUFFET Steamship Round of Beef Baked Ham with Maple Whiskey Sauce Chicken Crepes Supreme Baked Tilapia Citron Garlic Whipped Potatoes & Gravy Seasonal Vegetables Build-Your-Own Omelet a la Carte Multi-Topping Belgian Waffle Bar Salad Display, including Thunderbird Salad Salmon Chaud Froid & Fresh Fruit Fresh-Baked Pastries, Tortes & Cheesecakes Chocolate Driscoll Strawberries Deep Dish Apple Strudel with Brandied French Vanilla Ice Cream Spiked French Vanilla Eggnog Page 4 DECEMBER 2015 Chris Allen (2013-2015) Tom Becka (2014-2016) Allen Beermann (2013-2015) Deb Daley (2013-2015) Harland Fogle (2014-2016) Willie Garrett (2014-2016) Judy Horan (2014-2016) Liz Hruska (2014-2016) Nicole Lindquist (2014-2016) Gary Sadlemyer (2013-2015) 2013-14 Officers OPC NEW YEAR’S EVE Daisy Hutzell-Rodman.........President Omaha World-Herald PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Committee Chairs University of Nebraska at Omaha NRG Media Nebraska Press Association Mercy High School U.S. Air Force (retired) Journal Broadcast Group Horan Communications Nebraska Legislative Fiscal Office UNMC KFAB Radio We’ll caucus at OPC before the Caucuses Thursday, Dec. 31Communications Committee Todd Murphy.............President Elect Information Services 6 p.m. •Universal $40 per person Tamsen Butler J.J. Bartlett ..................... Treasurer First National Bank Henry Cordes Eustice, Co-Chair Hors d’oeuvres Susan Willie Garrett Judy Horan, Co-Chair Sean McGuire .................. Secretary Daisy Hutzell-Rodman Continental Cheese &Consultants Fruit Howard Display E.D. Bellis Healthcare K. Marcus BUFFET Bridget (Weide) Brooks ... Past President Image Building Communications Don Summerside Gary Willis Nicole Lindquist OPC Famous Thunderbird Salad with Sauté Toppings Peruvian Clam Chowder Prime Rib of Beef (Au Jus & Chantilly) Chicken Marsala (Sautéed in a Sweet Marsala Wine with Mushrooms and Bordelaise) Blackened Tilapia (Topped with a Black Bean & Corn Salsa and Lemon Buerre Blanc) Dauphine Potatoes & Brandied Carrots Desserts Cherries Jubilee, Brownie a la Mode, Blackstone Cheesecake Communications Co-Chairs Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Education Gary Kerr Excellence in Journalism Awards Chris Allen Executive Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman, Todd Murphy, J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Bridget Brooks “Face on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor Hall of Fame Judy Horan and Todd Murphy Marketing/Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Professional Development Chris Allen OPC Foundation Trustees Cordes A402-871-9872 ProfessionalHenry Development session, titled Elaine Allen President “Social Media & Advertising in the Iowa Caucuses,” 402-444-1130 402-898-5908 402-953-7427 402-397-6155 402-444-1328 402-444-1397 402-556-5547 402-493-1373 402-559-9149 Steve Jordon Vice President Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. Secretary Larry Weber Treasurer Scott Darling Past President Julie Prescott Burgess Chris Christen Galen Lillethorup Howard K. Marcus Dave Ogden, Ph.D. Joe Weber will be held at the OPC on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. Come & learn how to make sense of political reporting in the digital age. The timing is great as the Iowa Caucuses are the following Tuesday, Feb. 1. Cost is $15 and the event will start at 5 p.m. with a half-hour for hors d’oeuvres & a cash bar. At 5:30 p.m. we will host a roundtable of speakers with a Q&A session following. Speakers will be announced in the December issue. Please mark your calendars for Jan. 28. A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Todd Murphy For example, since my company is downtown I can get our entire staff over to the Press Club where Christine Villamonte can lay out a planned holiday lunch. Their ability to customize a menu for your group is almost limitless. HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Another solution for those planning holiday cheer can be a holiday dinner or reception. Some evenings are still open for you to entertain your friends, family or colleagues in one of the club’s private areas. Whether in the newly remodeled Agnew Room or the Lauritzen Rooms overlooking north downtown, entertaining at the Press Club provides ambiance Speaking from experience, I have found you can get nowhere else. that my membership in the Omaha Press Finally, maybe the nicest part of the Club can make my holiday planning easier. holidays is on those evenings when you B y now we are well into the swing of holiday season 2016. For me this is a time for family, food and fun. For those who have dined with me, you know that in my house we emphasize the fun, or at least I think I’m funny. Hopefully many of you share similar feelings during the holidays. really need to treat that special someone to dinner, but can’t stand the thought of cooking at home. For these nights, the Omaha Press Club has you covered. Nothing says “I love you” like a dinner at the Press Club overlooking the twinkling lights of downtown Omaha. Enjoy covered parking, the cozy Press Club fire, and toast the holidays from the comfort of your chair. But hurry if you want to make a reservation. December is the busiest month of the year at your Omaha Press Club. Happy Holidays to you and your family! Todd Murphy OPC President EXECUTIVE DIREC TOR’S NOTE C lub Happenings: It’s that time of the year again and we are in our busy season. It’s a great time to entertain clients, family and friends. Be sure to call the club with your reservation before coming to lunch or dinner. We still have room for events, so call Christine and book your gathering. the kids, and live music for all to enjoy. This is a time to truly enjoy the club at its finest. New Year’s Eve Prime Rib Buffet: Come bring in the New Year at the Press Club with our famous Prime Rib Buffet, Thursday, Dec. 31. Watch the fireworks show and enjoy live music by the band The Press Club’s Santa Brunch this “Soldiers of Soul.” Party favors, drink year is set for Dec. 13 with two seatings: specials and great food will be the theme 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. A favorite for of the night. longtime members of OPC, the buffet Steve Villamonte CEC, BS features an all-from-scratch brunch-style Executive Director buffet with a steamship round of beef Omaha Press Club and ice carving, Santa & Mrs. Claus for Keep OPC Foundation in your holiday thoughts B Henry Cordes y now, as a Press Club member you have likely received a letter from the OPC Foundation as part of our annual fund drive. Last year’s campaign helped the foundation increase scholarship levels for the first time in years, long overdue in the face of ever-rising tuition costs. We hope to continue those efforts this year. I hope you will again consider journalism students and the future of the profession as you make your charitable donations before the end of the year. And don’t forget to save the date for Friday, April 1. Once again, the Omaha Press Club Show will be appropriately staged on April Fools’ Day. If you missed last year’s show, talk to anyone who was there. It was the most lively and entertaining in years, something we’re hoping to build on in 2016. Hope to see you there. Happy Holidays and Best Wishes for 2016! Henry Cordes Past President, OPC Foundation DECEMBER 2015 Page 5 Board of Directors 2015- 2016 Officers Board of Directors 2013-14 Officers Daisy Hutzell-Rodman.........President Omaha World-Herald (2014-2016) Tom Becka Harland Fogle Liz Hruska Todd Murphy Todd Murphy.............President Elect Universal Information Services J.J. Bartlett ..................... Treasurer First National Bank Sean McGuire .................. Secretary E.D. Bellis Healthcare Consultants President Universal Information Services Bridget (Weide) Brooks ... Past President Image Building Communications President-Elect E.D. Bellis Healthcare Consultants J.J. Bartlett Treasurer First National Bank Henry Cordes President Steve Jordon Vice President Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. Secretary Larry Weber Treasurer Scott Darling Past President 402-871-9872 402-444-1130 402-898-5908 402-953-7427 402-397-6155 402-444-1328 402-444-1397 402-556-5547 402-493-1373 402-559-9149 Chris Allen (2013-2015) Tom Becka (2014-2016) Allen Beermann (2013-2015) Deb Daley (2013-2015) Harland Fogle (2014-2016) Willie Garrett (2014-2016) Judy Horan (2014-2016) Liz Hruska (2014-2016) Nicole Lindquist (2014-2016) Gary Sadlemyer (2013-2015) Willie Garrett’s phone number within the committee listings: 402-953-7427 Podcaster@TomBecka.com U.S. Air Force (retired) Nebraska Legislative Fiscal Office University of Nebraska at Omaha Nebraska Press Association Image Building Communications Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska KFAB Radio Omaha World-Herald Cox Communications Communications Co-Chairs Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Education Gary Kerr Excellence in Journalism Awards Chris Allen Executive Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman, Todd Murphy, J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Bridget Brooks “Face on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor Hall of Fame Judy Horan and Todd Murphy Marketing/Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Professional Development Chris Allen 2013-14 Officers Sara Ammon (402) 957-0795 Chris Allen (2013-2015) Tom Becka (2014-2016) Allen Beermann (2013-2015) Deb Daley (2013-2015) Harland Fogle (2014-2016) Willie Garrett (2014-2016) Judy Horan (2014-2016) Liz Hruska (2014-2016) Nicole Lindquist (2014-2016) Gary Sadlemyer (2013-2015) J.J. Bartlett ..................... Treasurer First National Bank Sean McGuire .................. Secretary E.D. Bellis Healthcare Consultants Bridget (Weide) Brooks ... Past President Image Building Communications Communications Committee Tamsen Butler Henry Cordes Susan Eustice, Co-Chair Willie Garrett Judy Horan, Co-Chair Daisy Hutzell-Rodman Howard K. Marcus Don Summerside Gary Willis Nicole Lindquist 402-871-9872 402-444-1130 402-898-5908 402-953-7427 402-397-6155 402-444-1328 402-444-1397 402-556-5547 402-493-1373 402-559-9149 OPC Foundation Henry Cordes President Steve Jordon Vice President Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. Secretary Larry Weber Treasurer Scott Darling Past President Willie Garrett’s phone number within the committee listings: 402-953-7427 Trustees Elaine Allen Julie Prescott Burgess Chris Christen Galen Lillethorup Howard K. Marcus Dave Ogden, Ph.D. Joe Weber Eric Stoakes • Henry Cordes Committee Chairs University of Nebraska at Omaha NRG Media Nebraska Press Association Mercy High School U.S. Air Force (retired) Journal Broadcast Group Horan Communications Nebraska Legislative Fiscal Office UNMC KFAB Radio Communications Co-Chairs Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Education Gary Kerr Excellence in Journalism Awards Chris Allen Executive Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman, Todd Murphy, J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Bridget Brooks “Face on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor Hall of Fame Judy Horan and Todd Murphy Marketing/Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Professional Development Chris Allen Communications Co-Chairs Daisy Hutzell-Rodman.........President Omaha World-Herald Todd Murphy.............President Elect Universal Information Services Trustees Elaine Allen Julie Prescott Burgess Chris Christen Galen Lillethorup Howard K. Marcus Dave Ogden, Ph.D. Joe Weber Committee Chairs University of Nebraska at Omaha NRG Media Nebraska Press Association Mercy High School U.S. Air Force (retired) Journal Broadcast Group Horan Communications Nebraska Legislative Fiscal Office UNMC KFAB Radio Committee Chairs Board of Directors Sara Ammon (402) 957-0795 J.J. Bartlett ..................... Treasurer First National Bank Communications Committee Tamsen Butler Henry Cordes Susan Eustice, Co-Chair Willie Garrett Judy Horan, Co-Chair Daisy Hutzell-Rodman Howard K. Marcus Don Summerside Gary Willis Nicole Lindquist Education Sean McGuire .................. Secretary E.D. Bellis Healthcare Consultants Bridget (Weide) Brooks ... Past President Image Building Communications OPC Foundation Henry Cordes President Steve Jordon Vice President Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. Secretary Larry Weber Treasurer Scott Darling Past President 402-871-9872 402-444-1130 402-898-5908 402-953-7427 402-397-6155 402-444-1328 402-444-1397 402-556-5547 402-493-1373 402-559-9149 Trustees Elaine Allen Julie Prescott Burgess Chris Christen Galen Lillethorup Howard K. Marcus Dave Ogden, Ph.D. Joe Weber Sara Ammon (402) 957-0795 Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Willie Garrett’s phone number within the committee listings: 402-953-7427 Gary Kerr Excellence in Media Awards Executive Committee Chris Allen Todd Murphy, J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Judy Horan, Daisy Hutzell-Rodman “Face on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor Hall of Fame Judy Horan, Todd Murphy Marketing / Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Professional Development Daisy Hutzell-Rodman OPC Foundation Board of Directors Chris Allen (2013-2015) Tom Becka (2014-2016) Allen Beermann (2013-2015) Deb Daley (2013-2015) Harland Fogle (2014-2016) Willie Garrett (2014-2016) Judy Horan (2014-2016) Liz Hruska (2014-2016) Nicole Lindquist (2014-2016) Gary Sadlemyer (2013-2015) 2013-14 Officers Daisy Hutzell-Rodman.........President Omaha World-Herald Todd Murphy.............President Elect Universal Information Services J.J. Bartlett ..................... Treasurer First National Bank Sean McGuire .................. Secretary E.D. Bellis Healthcare Consultants Committee Chairs University of Nebraska at Omaha NRG Media Nebraska Press Association Mercy High School U.S. Air Force (retired) Journal Broadcast Group Horan Communications Nebraska Legislative Fiscal Office UNMC KFAB Radio Claudia Bohn • Bridget (Weide)OFFICE Brooks OMAHA PRESS CLUB STAFF 2013-14 Officers Immediate Past President Omaha Publications OPC Foundation Communications Committee Tamsen Butler Henry Cordes Susan Eustice, Co-Chair Willie Garrett Judy Horan, Co-Chair Daisy Hutzell-Rodman Howard K. Marcus Don Summerside Gary Willis Nicole Lindquist Board of Directors Todd Murphy.............President Elect Universal Information Services Daisy Hutzell-Rodman Communications Co-Chairs Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Education Gary Kerr Excellence in Journalism Awards Chris Allen Executive Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman, Todd Murphy, J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Bridget Brooks “Face on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor Hall of Fame Judy Horan and Todd Murphy Marketing/Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Professional Development Chris Allen Communications Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman.........President Omaha World-Herald Secretary Horan Communications Committee Chairs University of Nebraska at Omaha NRG Media Nebraska Press Association Mercy High School U.S. Air Force (retired) Journal Broadcast Group Horan Communications Nebraska Legislative Fiscal Office UNMC KFAB Radio (2015-2017) Chris Allen Allen Beermann Bridget (Weide) Brooks Marcia Cady Gary Sadlemyer Tom Shatel Beth Weiss Sean McGuire Judy Horan Chris Allen (2013-2015) Tom Becka (2014-2016) Allen Beermann (2013-2015) Deb Daley (2013-2015) Harland Fogle (2014-2016) Willie Garrett (2014-2016) Judy Horan (2014-2016) Liz Hruska (2014-2016) Nicole Lindquist (2014-2016) Gary Sadlemyer (2013-2015) Steve Jordon President Communications Co-Chairs Susan Eustice, Judy Horan Education Gary Kerr Excellence in Journalism Awards Chris Allen Executive Committee Daisy Hutzell-Rodman, Todd Murphy, J.J. Bartlett, Sean McGuire, Bridget Brooks “Face on the Barroom Floor” Tom O’Connor Hall of Fame Judy Horan and Todd Murphy Marketing/Membership Bridget (Weide) Brooks Professional Development Chris Allen OPC Foundation Communications Committee Tamsen Butler Henry Cordes Susan Eustice, Co-Chair Willie Garrett Judy Horan, Co-Chair Daisy Hutzell-Rodman Howard K. Marcus Don Summerside Gary Willis Nicole Lindquist 402-871-9872 402-444-1130 402-898-5908 402-953-7427 402-397-6155 402-444-1328 402-444-1397 402-556-5547 402-493-1373 402-559-9149 Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. Bridget (Weide) Brooks ... Past President Image Building Communications Executive Director ........................................ Steve Villamonte Vice President Email Susan ........................................ Eustice, Co-Chair • Judy Horan, opcdirector@gmail.com Co-Chair Howard K. Marcus Secretary PlanningDaisy & Event Coordinator .............. Christine Villamonte Hutzell-Rodman • Howard K. Marcus Larry Weber Email ........................................ opcchristine@gmail.com Treasurer Summerside • Gary Willis AdministrativeDon Manager ............................... Jeanie Campbell Henry Cordes Email ........................................ opcjeanie@gmail.com Chris Allen Past President Henry Cordes President Steve Jordon Vice President Eileen Wirth, Ph.D. Secretary Larry Weber Treasurer Scott Darling Past President Trustees Elaine Allen Julie Prescott Burgess Chris Christen Galen Lillethorup Howard K. Marcus Dave Ogden, Ph.D. Joe Weber Sara Ammon (402) 957-0795 Willie Garrett’s phone number within the committee listings: 402-953-7427 TRUSTEES Elaine Allen Julie Prescott Burgess Chris Christen Scott Darling Galen Lillethorup Dave Ogden, Ph.D. Weber Hours of JoeOperation Lunch ............................................................... 402-345-8587 Monday – Friday ............. 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. WE’RE ONLINE! READ YOUR OPC NEWSLETTER AT WWW.OMAHAPRESSCLUB.COM Fax ................................................................... 402-345-0114 Bar Restaurant ........................................................ 402-345-8008 Tuesday – Saturday .............4:30 p.m. to Close Website ..............................................www.omahapressclub.org Dinner OPC EVENTS HoursThursday of –Operation Saturday ...........5:30 p.m. to Close LUNCH NEWSLETTER Thurs., Dec. 10 Monday - Friday ................................................................ Editor Tamsen Butler OPC Noon Forum to be held at CLUB CLOSING DATES 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Don Summerside ................................................................ Copy Editor KETV/Burlington Building ............................................................... 402-345-8587 Fax ................................................................... 402-345-0114 BAR Sun., Dec. 13 December 25 & 26 Santa Brunch Tuesday - Saturday Christmas Holiday 10 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. seatings Submissions for the p.m. February issue are due on or before4:30 Jan. 20.to close Tues., Dec. 15 Shatel Sports Series Lunch Guest: Jerry Murtaugh January 1 New Year’s Day Thurs., Jan. 14 5 p.m. OPC Annual Meeting January 18 Martin Luther King Day Thurs., Jan. 21 Noon Education Forum Don Wilhite, Climate Change February 15 Presidents Day Thurs., Jan. 28 Professional Development Seminar 5 p.m. “Social Media and the Iowa Caucuses” May 30 Memorial Day Thurs., Feb. 25 Noon Education Forum The Rev. Daniel Hendrickson, S.J., Ph.D. President, Creighton University Fri., April 1 OPC Show. Watch for details. Page 6 DECEMBER 2015 DINNER Thursday - Saturday 5:30 p.m. to close OMAHA PRESS CLUB STAFF Executive Director Steve Villamonte............opcdirector@gmail.com Planning & Event Coordinator Christine Villamonte...... opcchristine@gmail.com Administrative Manager Jeanie Campbell... jeaniec@opc.omhcoxmail.com OFFICE.................................... 402-345-8587 Restaurant.................................. 402-345-8008 Website.......................www.omahapressclub.com NEWSLETTER Eric Stoakes.............................. Graphics Editor Don Summerside.......................... Copy Editor Judy Horan...................... Coordinating Editor The current minimum quarter ends March 31, 2013. Reminder! CANCELLATION POLICY: All reservations must be cancelled 48 HOURS in advance. Submissions for January issue are due on or before December 20.
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