State Senator John Arch of Omaha was honored in April with the inaugural Compass Award from the Nebraska Chamber Foundation. Noted as a “champion” who believes in Nebraska’s future, NE Chamber of Commerce & Industry Interim President Matt Williams presented Arch the award during a NE Chamber Foundation Go Big Future series event at Nebraska Innovation Campus.
“This award recognizes Speaker Arch’s steady leadership and service to Nebraska. He has helped guide important conversations at a critical time for our state, and he has done so with a focus on stability, responsibility and long-term thinking,” said Williams.
Arch was elected to the Legislature in 2018 and re-elected in 2022 to represent the 14th legislative district. In addition to twice being elected as Speaker of the Legislature, Arch has served as the chairman and vice-chairman of the Legislature’s Health and Human Services Committee. He currently sits on the Legislature’s Executive Board, the Rules Committee, the Planning Committee, the Legislative Oversight Committee and is a member of the Capitol Commission.
NE Chamber Foundation President Tera Norris described the new award. “The Compass Award represents leadership that points the way for Nebraska. In moments of uncertainty, a compass offers clarity and confidence — qualities reflected in this honor. It will be given to those who demonstrate unwavering principles, thoughtful direction, and a commitment to guiding Nebraska toward opportunity and growth,” Norris said. “Speaker Arch is a model for future awardees.”
Learn more at nechamber.com/foundation.