Andy Bock has been named 2026 Rotarian of the Year by the Suburban Rotary Club of Omaha, the highest annual honor that can be bestowed on a club member. He received the honor on June 25 at a surprise announcement.
Andy Bock is a fourth-generation native of Omaha, having lived in the city for all but three of his 65 years. He graduated from Westside High School and the University of Nebraska, and he holds an MBA from the University of Minnesota.
He is married to Kathleen Bock, a retired educator from Omaha Public Schools. Together since 1986, they have raised three sons and are now enjoying life as empty nesters.
With 34 years of experience in real estate, the majority of which was spent at CBSHOME, Andy transitioned to NPDodge six years ago. He began his career in sales with Coca-Cola Foods and later worked in marketing for ConAgra and American Business Information.
Andy enjoys playing tennis, participating in a card club, and reading. He has recently resumed piano lessons and enjoys walking and hiking as well.
Over the years, he has been involved in various community activities, including the Career Exploring program sponsored by the Boy Scouts.
He has been in Rotary since October 2024 and was named Yearling of the Year his first year. He has served as Program Chair of the Club, a critical position in the club arranging for speakers and presentations for each weekly meeting. Andy has been involved in community service activities and will be serving as Treasurer of the club in 2026-27.
According to Mary Bernier, Chair of the 4-Way Test Committee, “Andy was awarded Rotarian of the Year because of his exemplary work in chairing the Program Committee. He is an excellent leader, involving well-connected individuals, delegating appropriately, coordinating multiple details with tremendous follow-through. In a club that has many great leaders, Andy rises to the top.”
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