Metro Omaha Builders Association

Omaha Builders Exchange (OBE) is a local organization dedicated to serving the construction industry in Nebraska and Western Iowa by providing access to a wealth of regional plans and a range of member benefits. Since taking over management of their physical plan room in 2016, OBE has developed an online plan room that ensures members' investments support local initiatives. Membership options include comprehensive access to both the online and physical plan rooms, as well as various programs such as scholarships for members' children and special events like golf tournaments. With additional resources like estimating software and private project capabilities, OBE fosters a strong community among its members. Generated from the website

In 1946, after serving in World War II as a marine, Robert B. Daugherty began to look for a business opportunity. Daugherty recognized the potential of a small manufacturing company owned by inventor Sam McCleneghan. After consideration, Daugherty invested virtually his entire life savings $5,000 in the company, which was situated on a farm just west of Valley, Neb. It was named Valley Manufacturing and began building farm elevators. In 1967, the company's name changed to Valmont Industries to avoid confusion with other companies using Valley in their name. The company has become a global manufacturer of engineered support structures for infrastructure, mechanized irrigation equipment for agriculture, and coating services and tubular products. Products are lighting poles, cellular towers, powder coatings, mechanized irrigation systems and custom-made tubing used for mufflers, fire extinguishers and other industrial applications. Valmont s customers include agricultural product distributors and manufacturers, department of transportations, farmers, municipalities and utilities. Valmont's 2005 fiscal year net earnings were $39.1 million. The company, which operates nearly 45 facilities in 14 countries throughout the world, has its corporate headquarters in Omaha, Neb.

The Home Builders Association of Lincoln (HBAL) has been promoting the home building and remodeling industries in Lincoln, Nebraska since 1951. With a membership of nearly 600 member companies, HBAL offers networking events, educational seminars, and charitable activities to help its members build their businesses. HBAL also caters to consumers looking to build or remodel their homes, providing tips on selecting contractors and a member directory. Through professional education, membership communication, and civic partnership, HBAL strives to promote home building with a focus on experience, ethics, and excellence.Generated from the website