Ben's job is to keep Nebraska travelers and tourism industry members informed through Visit Nebraska's digital and print communications, overseeing website and social media content creation. He also assists with media relations, helps conduct press trips and coordinates in the creation of the agency's marketing materials and travel guides.
A native Nebraskan, Ben has a bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a master's degree in Professional Communication from Southern Utah University. He previously worked as a journalist and as a marketing communications specialist for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. He lives in Lincoln and, away from work, he enjoys reading, writing and exploring new places.
Please note an important update regarding our upcoming club leadership. The presidential rotation for the Omaha West Rotary Club has been adjusted.
Our leadership timeline for the upcoming terms is structured as follows:
2026–27 Term: Stephanie Olson
2027–28 Term: Scott Hahn
2028–29 Term: Jill Thomas
Please join us in supporting our upcoming leaders as they prepare for their terms. Your engagement makes our club strong. If you have any questions, ideas, or feedback on how we can improve your membership experience, please reach out to any board member!
If you or a fellow Omaha West Rotarian have recently experienced a loss or health challenge and feel comfortable sharing the news with your Rotary family,
please contact Sarah Clark at executivedirector@omahawestrotary.org.
Here is your chance to volunteer to help with the Summer Feeding Program at the Salvation Army!
We have 2 server spots reserved every Wednesday and Friday throughout the months of June and July. There are two Friday holidays — June 19th and July 3rd — that the program will be closed. The first Rotary shift will take place on Wednesday, June 3rd and the final one on Friday, July 31st. There is a total of 16 shifts, so 32 individual volunteer spots.
Each individual link will allow two group members to register for the shift. Those who sign up will also have the ability to cancel their shifts if needed.
Please check out the Calendar and sign up to help serve others in need!
We are serving meals with the Salvation Army beginning on June 3rd and continuing through July 31st on Wednesdays & Fridays! 2 people are needed each Wednesday & Friday beginning June 3rd from 5:45pm - 7:45pm. Meeting place is the Salvation Army Center on Burt.
***** If you are signed up and have to cancel and are within 7 days of your shift, you are responsible for replacing yourself******
Each date will have a reservation link for the Omaha West Rotary's reserved shifts for Family Meals of Hope. Group members will be able to follow the link of their selected date, enter a little bit of information, and register for their chosen shift.
We are serving meals with the Salvation Army beginning on June 3rd and continuing through July 31st on Wednesdays & Fridays! 2 people are needed each Wednesday & Friday beginning June 3rd from 5:45pm - 7:45pm. Meeting place is the Salvation Army Center on Burt.
***** If you are signed up and have to cancel and are within 7 days of your shift, you are responsible for replacing yourself******
Each date will have a reservation link for the Omaha West Rotary's reserved shifts for Family Meals of Hope. Group members will be able to follow the link of their selected date, enter a little bit of information, and register for their chosen shift.
We are serving meals with the Salvation Army beginning on June 3rd and continuing through July 31st on Wednesdays & Fridays! 2 people are needed each Wednesday & Friday beginning June 3rd from 5:45pm - 7:45pm. Meeting place is the Salvation Army Center on Burt.
***** If you are signed up and have to cancel and are within 7 days of your shift, you are responsible for replacing yourself******
Each date will have a reservation link for the Omaha West Rotary's reserved shifts for Family Meals of Hope. Group members will be able to follow the link of their selected date, enter a little bit of information, and register for their chosen shift.
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