The Vault by FNBO

In this episode of The Vault, host David Cota sits down with Nebraska Volleyball Head Coach Dani Busboom Kelly to discuss her journey from growing up in Nebraska to leading one of the nation's premier volleyball programs. Busboom Kelly reflects on how her experiences as a player, assistant coach, and head coach have shaped her leadership style, emphasizing authenticity, consistency, accountabi...

In this episode of The Vault by FNBO, host Christina Kahler welcomes Adrienne Perry, CEO of the Omaha Public Library Foundation, to discuss the opening of Omaha’s new Central Library and the evolving role of public libraries in today’s communities. Adrienne shares her professional journey from Borsheim’s to the Foundation and explains how the organization supports Omaha Public Library’s 13 branche...

In this episode of The Vault by FNBO, host Christina Kahler sits down with Amanda Brewer, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Omaha, to discuss the meaning of homeownership. Amanda shares how homeownership creates far more than a place to live, it builds stability, opportunity and long-term financial security for families and communities. Together, they explore the challenges many first-time buyers fac...

In this episode of The Vault, host Diana Powell sits down with Michael Salerno, Vice President of Global Banking and Institutional Payments, to explore how global banking and international trade impact businesses, consumers, and local economies. Salerno shares how FNBO’s international banking team helps small businesses expand into global markets by providing payment solutions, foreign exchange su...

In this episode of The Vault, host Melissa Siedlik interviews Sarah Spooner, founder of Four Sisters Boutique in Omaha, Nebraska, about her journey as a small business owner. Inspired by her grandmother and her sisters, Sarah spent three years planning her boutique before opening in 2015 at age 26. She discusses early challenges such as skepticism from others, difficulty securing a retail location...

In this episode of The Vault, host Amelis Long sits down with Tim Malik, Senior Director of Facilities and Property Management at FNBO, to discuss how the organization is working toward a more sustainable future. Tim outlines FNBO’s approach, which focuses on managing energy, water, and waste through a data-driven strategy developed over the past decade. That work led to three key goals set for 20...

In recognition of Financial Literacy Month, this episode of The Vault explores how to move from financial stress to “financial clarity.” Host Christina Kahler is joined by Sam Hohman, CEO of Credit Advisors Foundation, to break down three practical steps for taking control of your finances: gaining insight into your income, expenses, and credit, setting meaningful goals, and prioritizing the actio...

In this episode of The Vault by FNBO, host David Cota sits down with Joan Squires, President of Omaha Performing Arts, to explore her journey in the arts and the evolution of one of Nebraska’s most influential cultural institutions. Joan reflects on her path from music educator to arts executive, sharing how she helped build Omaha Performing Arts from the ground up into a statewide leader that now...

In this episode of The Vault, host Amelis Long speaks with Barry Benson, Vice President, Agribusiness Banking at FNBO. Barry shares key insights about the U.S. agriculture industry, noting that about 90% of farms are family-owned and many span multiple generations. He highlights the role of corn across thousands of everyday products and discusses current conditions in the cattle industry, where th...

In this episode of The Vault, host Amelis Long sits down with Patty Gong, Managing Director, Mortgage to talk about what homebuyers and homeowners can expect in 2026. Patty explains how mortgage rates have stabilized around 6% after the dramatic swings of the pandemic years, offering some welcome predictability for buyers. While affordability and limited inventory are still challenges, home price...

In this episode of The Vault, host Amelis Long welcomes FNBO Chief Information Security Officer Jeff Weeks for a timely conversation on cyber resilience and what it really takes to stay safe in today’s digital world. Jeff breaks down why many high-profile breaches still come down to simple issues like outdated systems, weak passwords, and rushed decision-making and how attackers increasingly explo...

In this episode of The Vault, host Amelis Long is joined by FNBO investment leaders Kurt Spieler, Senior Vice President of Investment Management, and Rusty Vanneman, FNBO’s new Chief Investment Officer, to break down FNBO’s 2026 Investment Outlook and what it means for investors heading into 2026. Together, they explore current market conditions, economic trends, and the key factors shaping the in...

In this episode of The Vault, host David Cota speaks with Chanda Chacón, MPH, FACHE, President and CEO of Children’s Nebraska, about her leadership journey and the evolving role of pediatric healthcare. Chanda shares how a personal childhood medical experience shaped her commitment to children’s health, what drew her to Omaha, and why the mission of Children’s Nebraska - to improve the life of eve...

In this episode of The Vault , we’re celebrating FNBO’s 168th anniversary with a conversation between host Amelis Long and David Cota, Executive Vice President of Banking and a 26-year FNBO veteran. Together, they reflect on FNBO’s history and the moments that have shaped us into who we are today. The episode explores our beginnings in frontier Omaha, where the Kountze Brothers founded FNBO in 185...

In this kickoff episode of The Vault by FNBO, host Amelis Long, director of employee programming and belonging, sits down with Regina DeMars, director of content marketing and social media, to discuss the evolution of FNBO’s storytelling platform and the inspiration behind The Vault . Together, they reflect on how The Vault brings the best of Cashology and Banking on KC into one expanded format th...