NEBRASKAland DAYS has chosen a new Executive Director. Bob Lantis will take over
for the departing David Fudge after the 2024 Celebration. Lantis was chosen from a deep candidate pool that developed in the early part of November.
”I am truly honored and excited to lead NEBRASKAland Days into the future. Together, we’ll build on the rich legacy, create new milestones, and ensure the ongoing success of this remarkable organization,” said Lantis.
Lantis holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Nebraska and has spent time in banking and insurance. For most of the last decade he’s working in and running the family business.
Lantis is no stranger to North Platte or NEBRASKAland DAYS, having served on it’s Board of Directors from 2008-2013. In addition, he has actively participated in North Platte Chamber Ambassadors, NEBRASKAland Days Cody Cavalry, North Platte Chamber Agriculture Committee, Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Board of Elders and Lincoln County Cattleman’s Association. At the core of Bob’s values is his family. Together with his wife Jenny, Bob is a devoted father to three daughters – Gracia, Lexi, and Whitley.
“Bob’s deep roots in our community along with his extensive business and banking background really stood out,” said NEBRASKAland DAYS Board President Travis Covey. “We had a lot of ways we could have gone, but Bob’s resume really stood out.”
Lantis will join Fudge in the NEBRASKAland DAYS office in February, where they’ll spend the next 6 months together before Fudge leaves the office. Lantis becomes the 15th Executive Director of the Celebration.
