Meet Our Team

Email: loetken@nechamber.com
Phone: 531-278-1263

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Executive Director

Laurel Oetken

Laurel Oetken serves as the founding executive director for Tech Nebraska and started her work leading the organization in August of 2023. Laurel has served in a variety of roles including previously leading the innovation and entrepreneurship division at the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, creating marketing strategies for Nebraska-based and global clients during her time in traditional advertising, and served as one of the first marketing operational hires at Flywheel, one of Omaha’s largest and most successful technology startups. Laurel is a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism. She currently lives in Omaha and is also an active volunteer for the Junior League of Omaha leading their fundraising efforts.

Executive Director

Laurel Oetken

Laurel Oetken serves as the founding executive director for Tech Nebraska and started her work leading the organization in August of 2023. Laurel has served in a variety of roles including previously leading the innovation and entrepreneurship division at the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce, creating marketing strategies for Nebraska-based and global clients during her time in traditional advertising, and served as one of the first marketing operational hires at Flywheel, one of Omaha’s largest and most successful technology startups. Laurel is a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism. She currently lives in Omaha and is also an active volunteer for the Junior League of Omaha leading their fundraising efforts.

Email: loetken@nechamber.com
Phone: 531-278-1263

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Executive Committee and Advisory Board.

Our Executive Committee and Advisory Board guide strategic decisions and oversee day-to-day operations for Tech Nebraska, driving our mission forward with expertise and dedication. Composed of industry experts, our advisors provide invaluable guidance, identify industry trends, and foster deeper connections within the tech community. Together, they fuel our association’s success, ensuring we remain at the forefront of technology and innovation.