Merrick Brtek
Director of Workforce Development | MBJ 40 Under 40
- Role
- Director of Workforce Development at Greater Omaha Chamber
- Location
- Omaha, NE, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Merrick Brtek
I’m passionate about building strong, connected communities through workforce and talent development. As Director of Workforce Development at the Greater Omaha Chamber, I lead initiatives that attract, grow, and retain the talent that fuels our region’s economic success.I believe people are the core of every thriving business ecosystem. My work focuses on helping organizations bridge the gap between employer needs and professional aspirations — creating pathways for individuals to find purpose-driven careers and for companies to access the talent that drives innovation and growth.At the Chamber, I’m proud to support programs that empower young professionals, strengthen workforce pipelines, and foster collaboration across industries, education, and community partners. Whether through strategic partnerships, data-driven insights, or regional “brain gain” initiatives, I’m driven by one goal: to make Greater Omaha the best place to live, work, and belong.I thrive on bringing people together — business leaders, educators, and emerging professionals — to create lasting impact and opportunity for all.CliftonStrengths-> COMMUNICATION | STRATEGIC | ACHIEVER | POSITIVITY | WOO
Experience
Director of Workforce Development
Jan 2025 — Present · Omaha, NE, US
Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Bachelor's degree, History, Psychology
2015 — 2017
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Bachelor of Arts - BA, History
2017 — 2019
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