Meet Our Official Chapter Members
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Meet Our Leadership Committee Members
The Small Business Owners’ Alliance is guided by a dedicated team of local entrepreneurs and community leaders who share a passion for connection, collaboration, and growth. Each member of our leadership team brings unique experience, energy, and insight to help support our mission of building meaningful relationships that drive meaningful results. Together, they work to create opportunities, foster learning, and strengthen the small business community across the Omaha metro and beyond.

Acuhawk Insurance Solutions
Nicole Redinbaugh
Licensed Insurance Agent & Owner
Nicole has over 15 years in the insurance and financial services space. She is the licensed agent and owner of Acuhawk Insurance Solutions, an independent insurance brokerage offering a variety of small business and personal insurance options including liability, property, life, and health insurances. She is passionate about helping people protect what is most important to them.
Nicole is the Small Business Owners' Alliance Founder and Group President. She still actively leads Chapter 1, while also regularly attending and supporting other group chapters. From the back-office admin to strategic goal planning, Nicole works hard to support our incredible community.
10730 Pacific St Ste 040
Omaha, NE 68114

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ambassador Real Estate
Moira Egan
Licensed Realtor
Moira Egan is a second-generation Realtor® proudly representing The Egan Team at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ambassador Real Estate, a family-founded team led by her father and brother. With deep roots in the industry, Moira specializes in helping first-time homebuyers and investors navigate the process of finding their ideal property. Her expertise spans property management, facility management, and residential sales, allowing her to serve clients with insight, care, and professionalism.
As Vice President of Chapter 1 for the Small Business Owners’ Alliance, Moira brings her leadership and community spirit to the organization, helping foster meaningful connections and growth among local entrepreneurs.
331 Village Pointe Plaza
Omaha, NE 68118

Kalina Art Studio
Luba Carlson
Owner and Artist
Luba Carlson is the owner and creative force behind Kalina Art Studio in downtown Papillion. Her studio is more than a place to create - it’s a space where art, healing and connection meet. Through her faith-infused Reiki healing sessions, Luba helps individuals and groups experience restoration and renewal.
A published artist and dedicated teacher, Luba’s work has been featured locally and is available for purchase. She offers art classes for children and adults, fostering self-expression, confidence and creative growth in every student. Passionate about community, creativity and purpose, Luba’s mission is to inspire others to embrace their creative voice and live boldly in their gifts.
122 N Washington St
Papillion, NE 68046

MAVCO Financial
Christopher May, AIF
Financial Advisor
As the founder of MAVCO Financial (established in 2024), Christopher (Chris) May oversees the growth and strategy of the firm. He has been in the financial advisory business for 8 years.
Chris enjoys breaking down complex financial topics into easy-to-understand solutions for clients. Chris' passion lies in creating custom financial plans & managing client portfolios. He currently holds his Series 7, Series 66, & Life & Health license as well as the Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF) designation.
1121 N. 102nd Ct. Suite 202
Omaha, NE 68114

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
Julie Thurston
Real Estate Agent
Julie Thurston is a Realtor® with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate – The Good Life Group, serving Omaha and surrounding communities. She helps buyers and sellers navigate life transitions with a relationship-first approach and a strong focus on communication, guidance, and personalized service. She is passionate about building lasting relationships and helping clients feel confident every step of the way.
1210 N. 205th Street
Elkhorn, NE 68022

Burning Ox Marketing
Joshua Burk
Owner
Bilingual digital marketing agency that delivers strong, bright marketing. Agencia de marketing digital bilingüe que ofrece fuerte brillante marketing. Joshua Burk, owner of Burning Ox, helps businesses increase their visibility and connect with their ideal customers through strategic digital marketing solutions. As a bilingual marketing agency serving both English- and Spanish-speaking audiences, Burning Ox specializes in creating clear, effective marketing campaigns that help businesses strengthen their brand, expand their reach, and build meaningful customer relationships. Joshua is passionate about helping businesses stand out in a crowded marketplace through creative strategy, strong messaging, and culturally relevant marketing that resonates with diverse communities.
Omaha, NE
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