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Founding Partnership
The Work Lab model is influenced by the innovative efforts of The Source in Grand Rapids, MI, and WorkLife Partnership in Denver, CO. Established in collaboration with the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce in 2019, it was originally known as the Greater Omaha WorkLab or GrOW.
In 2024, The Work Lab officially began operating as an independent non-profit organization. This transition highlights its continued success in providing support to clients and delivering a valuable return on investment to employer partners. The shift marks a new chapter in The Work Lab's commitment to cultivating enduring impact with clients and fostering innovative benefits in the workplace.
Board of Directors
Chad Mares, Founder, President & CEO
The Work Lab
Keisha Thomas, Board Chair
North End Teleservices
Scott Simet, Vice Chair
Signature Performance
Amy Shreck, Treasurer
Forvis Mazur
Steve Bogue, Secretary
McGrath North (Retired)
Tammy Carlson, Past Chair
Lozier Corporation
Tara Wisdom
OrthoNebraska
Mollie Cook
Nye Health Services
Kiley Armitage
QLI
Lori Bruckner
Airlite Plastics
Rebecca Crawford
Children's Nebraska
Ashly Paladino
Sun Valley Landscaping
Heath Mello
Greater Omaha Chamber