John Blazek earned a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy from Creighton University in 1977. From the beginning, his personal and professional insights and goals have been firmly grounded in the Creighton credo of service to others – his church, his family, his community and his alma mater. He has held steadfastly to these priorities, all while becoming a highly accomplished businessman.
Mr. Blazek co-founded his first company, Total HomeCare Inc., in 1981. At the time, he was practicing pharmacy and pursuing a master’s degree in business administration at Creighton University. It was the first of many successful business ventures. His business acumen has garnered Mr. Blazek the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce’s 25 Fastest Growing Companies award – three times. The Chamber also selected him for its Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2002, and he earned a Ten Outstanding Young Omahans Award in 1994.
Today, he is the president and owner of JMB Capital, LLC; managing director and co-owner of Heartland Health Therapy, Inc., and director and co-owner of Pioneer Publishing, Inc.
While his accomplishments in business and the health care industry are well known, Mr. Blazek has always represented the University well in spirit and in action. He has generously given to his community and to those less fortunate, volunteering numerous hours and resources. Catholic Charities, Skutt Catholic High School and KVSS Spirit Catholic Radio are but a few nonprofit organizations that have benefited from his leadership and vision. Mr. Blazek also served as Economic Development co-chair for the Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce Board and, at Creighton, on the University Alumni Council. He is a member of the Creighton men’s basketball Coaches Circle.
John Blazek has truly incorporated the Jesuit values into his daily life, positively impacting his community and all people who come into contact with him. Therefore, it is with great pride and pleasure that the Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions confers its 2009 Alumni Merit Award upon Mr. John Michael Blazek.