People Helping People is our quarterly newsletter focusing on financial topics and news that is most important to our members.
Stressed About Debt?
We partner with GreenPath Financial Wellness to provide our members with free and confidential financial coaching and resources. GreenPath has experts ready to help you create a spending plan, discuss your financial health and stresses, plus explore ways to improve your credit score, and much more!
They also offer a Debt Management Plan to those who want to lower their interest rates and become debt free. Speaking with GreenPath is free, and there’s no obligation to join their program. GreenPath is leading national nonprofit organization, and they can help empower you to:
- eliminate financial stress
- get out of debt
- increase savings
- achieve your financial goals.
They will support you every step of the way! Learn more about GreenPath, and how they can help you. Visit https://firstnebraska.org/greenpath/ or call 1-877-337-3399.
Elkhorn Parade
We helped sponsor Elkhorn Days and took part in the Elkhorn Parade on June 10.
The parade theme was “Be Legendary” so our slogan was, “Slam-dunk Service” and we handed out pens with basketballs and a hoop attached.
Thanks to Big O Auto for letting us borrow a truck to drive in the parade. To learn more, visit them at 6503 L Street in Omaha, or https://www.bigoautollc.com/
Managing a Loved One’s Money
Cancer Awareness
Savvy Merch
Show your FNCU spirit with Savvy Sandhill Crane merchandise! It’s easy to order a t-shirt, bag, notebook or cup through our online store. Plus, $4 from every item you order goes toward Omaha’s Children’s Miracle Network Hospital!
Want to check out the items before ordering? Stop into a branch and see our display!
Visit firstnebraska.org/savvy-crane/#savvy-merch to order your Savvy swag!
Did you know? If you have a mechanical breakdown on your vehicle, it could easily cost thousands of dollars. Is your bank account prepared for that?
We can help you avoid costly repairs with a simple, but comprehensive warranty, for a low, fixed price. It goes beyond your manufacturer’s warranty to cover potential vehicle repair costs – and beyond industry standards!
To learn more about what a Route 66 warranty can do for you, visit https://firstnebraska.org/news/auto-warranty
Employee Recognition
Employee Promotions
Congrats to Zoe Leatherman!
Promoted to Training Manager
6/2023 – Zoe has been with the Credit Union for 3 years, working at the ITM. She has been promoted to Training Manager, and will help with all Staff training.
She lives in Omaha with her husband. She enjoys reading, baking, gardening, and spending time with her friends and family. Congrats, Zoe!
Congrats to Jordan Blue!
Promoted to Assistant Branch Manager
5/23 – We’re excited to welcome a new Senior Branch Assistant to our Elkhorn Branch. Jordan joined FNCU in June 2022, as a Financial Service Specialist at our 48th Street Branch. He was an assistant manager for Casey’s for 3 years, and decided he needed a change of scenery and he’s glad he did.
Jordan is from a farm near Herman, NE, with a handful of horses and dogs to visit, but he currently lives in Elkhorn.
He looks forward to growing his knowledge within the industry and being able to help others grow, too. He enjoys hanging out by the pool or driving dirt bikes on the farm. He loves the outdoors, and having the opportunity to relax a bit during the summer.
Employee Anniversaries
Amber Pounds
Celebrating 20 years with FNCU!
6/23 – Amber started her career with the credit union in 2003 as a part-time teller. She has held many positions over the years focusing primarily on member service and back-office operations. Today she serves as the Assistant Vice President of Operations.
Originally from a small town in western Nebraska, she currently resides in Blair with her husband, son and two pets. In her free time, she likes to craft and spend time with friends and family.
Amber says, “Family means a lot to me, not only at home but my credit union family as well. I have developed strong relationships during my time here at First Nebraska. Knowing that the credit union has been here to support and encourage me over the years means the world.”
Rachel Thomaier
Celebrating 5 years with FNCU!
6/23 – Rachel has been with First Nebraska Credit Union for 5 years as the Marketing Design Coordinator. She is a passionate and enthusiastic designer who has a keen eye for detail. She is constantly striving to improve herself as a designer and diversify her skill set.
Rachel grew up in Grand Island, Nebraska, where she always had a love for all things design. She currently lives in Omaha, Nebraska. In her spare time she likes to challenge herself with learning new and upcoming aspects of design. She also enjoys spending time with her husband, Cory, and their two dogs, Duchess and Lady.
Donna Morgensen
Celebrating 5 years with FNCU!
4/23 – Donna started her financial career back in the 90’s with a credit union in Bloomington, IL. She has worked with new accounts, loans, IRAs, and internal maintenance, as well as mortgage signing and credit cards. She has even helped with job fairs and thinks a little marketing is fun.
Donna’s family is very important to her. She has been married for 21 months, and also has 3 daughters, 2 stepsons, and 3 grandchildren.
Her passion in life is cooking and baking. She especially loves the holidays – to cook and to decorate for them. She would like to travel to Italy, Rome, and Venice and take a cruise.
Thomas Rief
Celebrating 5 years with FNCU!
4/23 – Thomas has been with First Nebraska Credit Union for 5 years, and in the financial industry for 20. He started as a Branch Manager at the Bedford location, and is now the Senior Branch Manager at our 48th and Elkhorn locations.
Thomas is originally from Woodbine IA, a small town about 50 minutes northeast of Omaha. He has two beautiful children, and his first-born was born in Hawaii. He is a big sports fan, but his favorite sport is bowling.
He said, “I love a good comedy show, and spending time with family and friends. I am also a lifelong 49ers fan, and I have multiple tattoos.”
What our members are saying
“Audri was outstanding. Answered all of our questions and came up a unique solution. Thank you!”
– Michael R.
What our staff is saying
I’m proud of the work that First Nebraska does. I see how we help our members get the house or car they want, lower their monthly payments, and how our staff takes time to think of all the possible solutions to see what will help them best, financially. If I had to sum up what First Nebraska does, I’d say “Helping and Caring.”
– Michele B.
Closed for the Holidays
Independence Day
Tuesday, July 4
Labor Day
Monday, Sept. 4
