Rebecca R. Phipps
Rebecca Phipps is a strategic and results-driven professional who excels at connecting people to the resources, expertise, and insights they need to succeed. With a career spanning financial services, travel, insurance, nonprofit, and direct-to-consumer industries, she has developed deep expertise in networking, customer service, sales and marketing, and product development. As a professional speaker and mentor, Rebecca is passionate about coaching others and curating connections that deliver exponential value in problem-solving, innovation, and financial growth.
Currently serving as the Director of Business Development at the Greater Omaha Chamber, Rebecca leads membership sales and key account management for the organization, helping businesses grow both financially and professionally. She designs and delivers educational seminars, secures sponsorships, and supports fund development initiatives to strengthen the Chamber’s impact across the Omaha metropolitan area. Previously, she managed North American operations for Mastercard Prepaid Management Services and held senior sales roles at Travelex and AAA Nebraska, consistently exceeding targets and driving business growth through strategic partnerships and innovative product solutions.
Rebecca holds a Master of Arts in English with an emphasis in Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing from Iowa State University and a Bachelor of Science in Education with a focus on English/Language Arts and Speech Communications from the University of South Dakota. She is an active member of professional organizations including the Association of Midlands and Business Networking International. Known for her interpersonal skills and collaborative approach, Rebecca continues to leverage her expertise to empower individuals and organizations to thrive in competitive markets.
• Iowa State University - MA
• Nonprofit Association of the Midlands
• Business Network International
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to pursue work that brings me joy and aligns with my passions. When you love what you do, it never feels like work.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that are most important to me in both my work and personal life are loyalty, honesty, hard work, and genuine care. I strive to bring these principles to every interaction and decision, ensuring integrity and meaningful connections in all that I do.