Our moderated Q&A was a highlight of Nebraska Facilities Week 2026! Attendees where able to hear from the diverse perspectives of our panelists and the meaningful conversations that followed.
While our industries may differ, the discussion reinforced something important: we have far more in common than we might realize. From safety and emergency preparedness to leadership and daily operations, many of the challenges and opportunities we face are remarkably similar.
The conversation also highlighted how facilities management touches every aspect of an organization, supporting its people, operations, safety, customers and overall success, regardless of sector.
Our panelists included:
Doug Hohbein – Nebraska State Fire Marshal
Rachel Wise PhD - Former State of NE School Board Member
Michael Griffin – Lincoln Airport Authority
Todd Scholz – Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Moderator: Jonal Broekemier – Care Navigation Solutions | Facilities Week®
Thank you to our panelists for sharing their experiences, perspectives, and insights. These cross-industry conversations are exactly what Nebraska Facilities Week was created to encourage! As well as a special thank you to all our fetured speakers!!
Special Thank You to Our Keynote Speaker, Dean Jacobs!
We extend our sincere appreciation to Dean Jacobs of Dean Jacobs Adventures for joining us as the keynote speaker for our inaugural Nebraska Facilities Week!
Your inspiring message, personal experiences, and unique perspective on faciliites, exploration, and embracing opportunities provided a memorable start to our event. Thank you, Dean, for sharing your journey and encouraging Nebraska's facility professionals to see new possibilities, embrace challenges, and continue growing as leaders and indiviuals.
Thank You to State Senator Dan Quick!
We extend our sincere appreciation to Nebraska State Senator Dan Quick of Grand Island, representing Legislative District 35, for joining us on Day 2 of Nebraska Facilities Week.
Thank you, Senator Quick, for taking the time to recognize and support the facility professionals who work every day to keep Nebraska's facilities safe, operational, and ready to serve their communities.
We extend our sincere appreciation to Nebraska State Senator Dan Quick of Grand Island, representing Legislative District 35, for joining us on Day 2 of Nebraska Facilities Week.
Thank you, Senator Quick, for taking the time to recognize and support the facility professionals who work every day to keep Nebraska's facilities safe, operational, and ready to serve their communities.
Thank You to Our Speakers!
Your time, dedication, and commitment to supporting facility professionals across Nebraska do not go unnoticed. The knowledge, eperience, and perspectives you shared hxelped make our inaugural Nebraska Facilities Week a success.
You truly represent some of the best Nebraska and our industry have to offer, and we are grateful for your support!
Rachel Wise
Educator | Former NE State School Board
Erica Montefusco
Senior Vice President of Risk & Compliance
Micheal Griffin
Lincoln Airport Authority
Director of Operations and Maintenance
Doug Hohbein
NE State Fire Marshal
State of Nebraska
Stacie Hardy
Superintendent | Umóⁿhoⁿ Nation Public Schools
Anthoney Murphy
Plans Division Chief
State of Nebraska
Todd Scholz
Chief Campus Operations Officer | Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo
Timur Aydinli
Janitorial Division Manager Eakes Office Solutions
Heather Hughes
Principal | DLR Group
Darin Hanigan
Principal | DLR Group
Grady Hinricks
Senior Associate | DLR Group
Dave Graff
Owner | MilliCare Lincoln Omaha
Charles Leslie
President | Flash CTI
Mike Sobota
Instructor | Central Community Collage
Thomas Kennedy Sr.
Deputy Fire Marshal
State of Nebraksa
Travis Ray
Program Cordinator| Nebraska Innovation Campus
Wyat Rawhouser
President | Perception Safety
Dale Long
Instructor | Central Community Collage
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