Conley brings connection to campus as vice chancellor
Jillian Whitney
Issue date: 8/25/08 Section: News
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Bill Conley was born in Omaha in 1962. He spent his childhood as a Boy Scout and playing soccer. Conley described his life as a boy as remarkably unremarkable.
"Academically, I was average, and I didn't really apply myself until I was in college," Conley said.
Conley never really knew what he wanted to do for a career when he was younger. It wasn't until he entered high school and started taking business classes that he decided to pursue accounting.
After graduating, Conley then moved on to college at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He received his bachelor's degree in business administration in 1984 and a master's in business administration from UNO in 1992.
Conley then served as managing director of Flatwater Ventures LLC in 2007. He previously worked at the Omaha World-Herald's parent company in various executive posts starting in 1990.
Most recently, Conley served as vice president and director of Administrative Services and president of World Investments Inc., while being a member of the World-Herald's board of directors.
"A combination of 23 years of business experience and extensive involvement in community organizations drew me to a financial leadership role in a community organization," Conley said.
When he heard about the opening at UNO for a vice chancellor in business and finance, he jumped at the chance. More than five months ago, Conley was hired as the new vice chancellor after an extensive search process.
"I've had a lifelong connection to UNO, having been on campus as a kid while attending games and camps," Conley said. "I really have a love for this campus and the great services offered to students and the community. So, being named vice chancellor for Business and Finance was a thrill. … I'm still thrilled and honored to be here and part of the UNO team."
Since joining the UNO administrative team, Conley strives to uphold the university's mission.
"The mission of Business and Finance at UNO is to provide the highest quality services in support of UNO's mission through the thoughtful stewardship of financial, infrastructure and human resources."
Conley said he wants to stress to incoming UNO students the importance of diverse experiences.
"Get involved and be passionate about your collegiate experience," Conley said. "Also, be a 'cultural traveler' … meaning branch out and get to know other students, faculty, staff and even those of us in administration."
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