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Omaha ODN Conference 2026 - April 22nd and 23rd

  • 22 Apr 2026
  • 7:30 AM
  • 23 Apr 2026
  • 12:30 PM
  • Beardmore Event Center - 3750 Raynor Pkwy, Bellevue, NE
  • 140

Registration

  • For current members participating for one day of the conference on April 22, 2026.
  • For those without an Omaha ODN membership participating for one day of the conference on April 22, 2026. If you are an ODN Member - please log in when registering for this event in order to receive the membership discount.
  • For current members participating for both days of the conference on April 22nd & 23rd, 2026.
  • For those without an Omaha ODN membership participating both days of the conference on April 22nd & 23rd, 2026. If you are an ODN Member - please log in when registering for this event in order to receive the membership discount.

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2026 ODN Conference - April 22nd and 23rd

THEME - Thriving in Complexity: OD for a Rapidly Changing World


Conference Agenda


Keynote Speakers

Laura JohnsonThe 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.


Snap Shot of Topics/Facilitators


Day One Workshop Speakers
  • The Human Algorithm: Rebuilding Trust Through Empathetic Leadership by Shannelle Pokorny
  • Mindful Audiences are Happy Audiences by Keellia Guevara
  • Culture Clarity Workshop by Lucy Lantis 
  • The Future of Work is Entrepreneurial: Rethinking Organizations in a Disruptive Era by Jenna Smith  
  • Succession Planning in the Exponential Age: Why Traditional Approaches Are No Longer Enough by Andy Noon
  • Accidentally Exclusive: Promoting Health while Promoting Culture by Jessica Rowe
  • The Power Comparison: Turning Comparison into Insight to Navigate Complexity and Change by LaPora Lindsey 
  • Cracking the Code: Creating Content that Lasts by Megan Tamisiea 
  • Rooted in Wellness: Cultivating a Culture of Health at Healing Vibes Urban Farm by LaToya C. Prince


Day Two Workshop Speakers

  • From Programs to Possibility: Reimaging Talent Development for a Complex World by Ashley Bro
  • The Power of Becoming: What We've Forged from What We've Faced by Angela Cooper
  • The Employee Journey: Applying Principles of Buyer Psychology to Recruiting, Engagement, and Retention by Natalie Hadley
  • Transitions: Align & Thrive in Your 9:5 by Becky Phipps and Angela McKay


 Daily Agenda & Costs


Day 1 Activities

  • 7:30am to 5:00pm Conference
  • 5:00pm to 6:30 pm Happy Hour/Networking


Day 2 Activities

  • 8:00am to 12:30pm Conference


Registration Costs

One-Day Registration (includes breakfast, lunch and happy hour on April 22nd):

  • Members - $150
  • Non-Members - $250


Two-Day Registration (includes all of the above on April 22nd plus breakfast on April 23rd):

  • Members - $225
  • Non-Members - $325



Beardmore Event Center - 3750 Raynor Pkwy, Bellevue, NE


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