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Meet the MBA Faculty & Staff
Connect with the dedicated MBA faculty and staff at Midland University. With the guidance and support of our Master of Business Administration program leaders, team members, and alumni, you will always have the necessary tools and networking opportunities to excel in the dynamic business landscape in the Omaha and Fremont areas, as well as around the world.
Meet Our Faculty
Dr. Nick Schreck
Dean, Dunklau School of Business, Midland University
Email Address: schreck@midlandu.edu
Karen Altig
Adjunct Faculty, MBA & Senior Agile Project Manager at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
Email Address: altig@midlandu.edu
Avi Atholi
Adjunct Faculty, MBA & Vice President of Data at First National Bank of Omaha
Email Address: atholi@midlandu.edu
Robert Blacklidge
Adjunct Faculty, MBA, MS MIS & Data Analyst at Greentree Group
Email Address: blacklidge@midlandu.edu
John Hamilton
Adjunct Faculty, MBA & Founder/Principal at The Fontenelle Group
Email Address: hamilton@midlandu.edu
Dr. Cory Hanson
Adjunct Faculty, MBA & Director of Business Transformation, Nebraska Public Power District
Email Address: hanson@midlandu.edu
Brian Hempel, PhD
Adjunct Faculty, MBA & and Founder of Honored Heroes
Email Address: hempel@midlandu.edu
Erik Hoegemeyer
Assistant Professor of Agribusiness and Economics, Midland University
Email Address: hoegemeyer@midlandu.edu
Steve Horan
Adjunct Faculty, MBA and Business Banker at First Bank and Trust
Email Address: horan@midlandu.edu
Ed Ivey
Adjunct Faculty, MBA & International Financial Consultant – Provides Solutions in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese
Email Address: ivey@mba.midlandu.edu
Jamie Kelly
Adjunct Faculty, MBA and Manager, Organization Development/Talent Management at Boys Town
Email Address: kelly@midlandu.edu
Shawntell Kroese
Adjunct Faculty, MBA and AVP of Sustainability and Sales Operations at Werner Enterprises
Email Address: kroese@midlandu.edu
Dan Matuella
Adjunct Faculty, MBA and Sales Enablement Specialist at Radio Engineering Industries
Email Address: matuella@midlandu.edu
Dr. Jennifer Murnane-Rainey
Associate Professor of Business, Midland University
Email Address: murnane-rainey@midlandu.edu
Meet Our Staff
Office Hours Podcast
The Office Hours with Midland University Online podcast highlights the great programs and people involved with Midland Online. Additional episodes can be found on the Office Hours Podcast page.
Office Hours with Amy Tritsch
In this episode, we got to sit down with Amy Tritch, an MBA student who wears many, many hats. We talked about her experience working and studying at Midland University, the rise of grandma-core, and being a volunteer EMT.
Office Hours with Trevon Brooks
In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Trevon Brooks, an MBA graduate student who is making history in Omaha. Join our conversation about being a college student, making the 40 under 40 list, and creating a network built for success.
Office Hours with Megan Michalak
In this episode, we sat down with Megan Michalak, an MBA grad who has excelled in the project management space and continues to advance in her career. Join our conversation about mastering your skills and reaching past your comfort zone.