Financial Services & Insurance

Some of the biggest names in finance, insurance, and fintech call Nebraska home. Mutual of Omaha, a Fortune 500 company and one of Forbes’ best large employers, broke ground on a 44-story, 800,000-square-foot headquarters in downtown Omaha in 2023. The new building will include diverse dining options, a fitness center, wellness services, tech concierge support, and flexible meeting spaces.

Fiserv, a global leader in electronic payments and financial services tech, has over 40 years of experience and 5,400 Nebraska-based employees across Omaha and Lincoln. Recognized by Fortune as one of the world’s most admired companies in 2025 and as one of TIME’s World’s Best Companies in 2023, FiServ is a powerhouse in digital finance.

Charles Schwab’s Omaha campus is a key operations center for the firm, with nearly 2,400 team members supporting roles in financial analysis, risk analysis, product management, strategy, and other related fields. In all, Nebraska’s 5,000+ finance and insurance companies employ more than 52,000 professionals, offering opportunity, stability, and room to grow.

Want to build a career in finance or insurance — or take your existing one to the next level? Nebraska’s colleges and universities offer meaningful, career-focused education and upskilling designed to help you thrive in today’s evolving financial world.

• Creighton University’s Fintech bachelor’s degree is one of the first of its kind, allowing exploration of how Big Data, blockchain, and AI are reshaping finance. Through its First National Bank of Omaha Fintech Practicum, students get hands-on experience solving real-world challenges.
• At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business, you’ll find three finance tracks: Banking and Risk Management, Investments, and General Finance. You’ll also gain valuable real-life experience here, with diverse internships and networking opportunities.
• Wayne State College offers a finance degree with a business minor — perfect for future entrepreneurs — while Nebraska Wesleyan University features a strong financial planning program.
• For those looking for upskilling or furthering their career in finance, Metropolitan Community College’s Certified Financial Planner certification offers a solid step forward. And for advanced learning, Bellevue and Creighton offer graduate programs that can turn entry-level industry knowledge into leadership potential.

Whether you’re just starting out or advancing in your career, Nebraska offers meaningful ways to grow your network and stay current on financial and insurance industry trends.

• Flyover Fintech brings together professionals for thought-provoking panels on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and the future of financial services. It’s a chance to connect with innovators shaping what’s next in the industry.
• Insurtech on the Silicon Prairie, held annually in Omaha, dives into the latest in insurance tech, regulation, and innovation. In 2024, it welcomed nearly 500 attendees from 44 states and several countries, highlighting its growing national impact.
• Professionals with Nebraska insurance jobs find strong support year-round through organizations like the Independent Insurance Agents of Nebraska, NAIFA-Nebraska, and the Association for Financial Professionals Nebraska. These groups offer professional development, continuing education, and valuable peer-to-peer connections.

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