MEET SHERRRYE

Public Schools shaped me into who I am today.

I come from a long line of public school teachers and administrators. I was the little girl in school board meetings. Growing up around educators gave me an understanding of the deep impact education can have on one's life.

After graduating from college, I moved to Omaha to work for Union Pacific. I spent more than 20 years working in corporate America including for Union Pacific, Omaha Public Power District, and now Bellevue University.

I've served on numerous boards including the Omaha Chamber of Commerce, the Urban League, United Way of the Midlands, Women's Center for Advancement, Lauritzen Gardens, and 75 North Revitalization. Being a part of the community and serving it, has always been a part of me. It's who I am.

I have been married to my best friend, Wes, for