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BBB Midwest Plains serves more than 300 counties across Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and South Dakota. We offer complimentary, enlightening presentations tailored to each of these regions.

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BBB Presentation Request

One of our BBB's goals is to make the public aware of our free programs and services offered to organizations and communities as an educational and precautionary resource.

BBB 101

A presentation on the history, vision and mission of your local BBB Midwest Plains.

Scams & Fraud

This presentation covers the most common scams currently circulating the community, the major red flags to watch out for, and the necessary actions to stay safe.

Mastering Your Credibility

Enhance the reputation of your business and learn how to grow your business better by utilizing BBB to establish trust and credibility within your community.

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Testimonials

Josh Planos spoke to an OLLI continuing education class at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln about the work of the Better Business Bureau, focusing on scams that affect older adults. He did a masterful job tailoring his talk to the needs of his audience. The presentation was organized and interactive. We learned a lot about scam prevention and awareness that we can incorporate into our lives.

Nancy M.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Jessie Schmidt was invited to speak at the 2023 state convention. Her remarks were particularly relevant and very helpful to the women in attendance. She shared very clear easy to follow advice on avoiding potential scams and the threat of identity theft. In today's world, people need the tools to avoid becoming victims. If asked, I would highly recommend that she be invited to share her message with other organizations.

Connie Nelson

Local Church Organization

Jessie Schmidt shared her expertise with residents in our senior living community. She was knowledgeable and eloquent. She also shared humor making our guest comfortable in an uncomfortable topic sometimes. Her presentation was engaging. What a privilege that Jessie came to our community to share all she knows with our captive audience. Thank you, Jessie!

Jane G.

Grand Living Management

We hosted a forum on the topic of ChatGPT and best practices for home and office use. We invited Josh Planos to be one of three panelist and were thrilled that he was able to participate. Josh shared a wonderful personal and professional perspective from the BBB on fraud cases and fraudsters using AI. I  would highly recommend Josh as very polished and articulate speaker.

Scott V.

Fortune 500 Insurance Company

Josh Planos spoke at Catholic Charities St. Martin de Porres Center on more than one occasions, on a variety of topics about the work of the Better Business Bureau. Josh's focus was on how seniors could recognize and protect themselves from scams. Josh also talked about the risk of identity theft as well. He shared with our seniors the various tools needed to prevent one’s self from becoming a victim. I would highly recommend that he be invited to share his message with other senior centers, or other organizations, that work closely with seniors. Josh's approach to the various topics were clear, so that everyone in the room could comprehend his message. The Better Business Bureau is a valuable organization, and it is my hope that there is a BBB in every city. With scams against seniors and the general public on the rise, I am glad that we have an agency that we can call to address any concerns that we have. I am grateful that I can call Josh Planos when our seniors have questions.

Chris M.

Omaha Catholic Charities 

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