2015 October Point! by Greater Oklahoma City Chamber

October 2015

CNI Advantage LLC was named the fastest-growing company at the 2015 Metro 50 Awards. Above, Jeff Keel with CNI Advantage receives the award from the Metro 50 Committee and Mayor Mick Cornett at the celebration on Sept. 29. CLICK FOR ENTIRE STORY

IN THIS ISSUE: FASTEST-GROWING COMPANIES CELEBRATED AT METRO 50 AWARDS

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

SCHMOOZAPALOOZA: OCT. 29

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n Sept. 29, 2015, the Metro 50 committee honored 50 of the fastestgrowing, privately-owned companies in the region at the 20th annual Metro 50 Awards. Earning the title of Oklahoma City’s fastest-growing company was CNI Advantage LLC., with Candor and PowerHouse Resources International Inc. rounding out the second- and third-fastest growing companies, respectively. The company with the most growth in this year’s rankings, CNI Advantage, grew from five to 100 employees since 2013 and experienced revenue growth of more than 3,300 percent. CNI Advantage offers a total logistics solution for its customers, including construction, job order contracting, supply chain management and security support and has been in operation for four years. “Central Oklahoma offers an immense amount of resources at a lower operating cost than other large cities,” Jeff Keel, general manager of CNI Advantage, said. “Strategically located in the middle of the country, operating in Central Oklahoma provides convenience and value.” According to Keel, CNI Advantage was created to help promote the economic development of the Chickasaw Nation, and

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its profits are used to help support Chickasaw Nation’s childcare, education, senior care and healthcare. For CNI Advantage, the people of Oklahoma City that make up their workforce are a key to their growth. “We are surrounded by hardworking, dedicated employees who strive to help our company support our desire to contribute to the Chickasaw Nation and our surrounding community,” Keel said. Candor, a full-service public relations and business consulting firm, took second place in the Metro 50 awards. Candor was founded in 2012 with one full-time employee – its founder and president Karen Wicker. Today, the company has expanded to 10 employees and has recently purchased a building on Film Row to accommodate its growth. Wicker said that her company experienced growth organically as it added business consulting services alongside its work in perception management. Candor’s capabilities include addressing the strategic communications needs of its clients and advising them on organizational management. Wicker, who spent part of her career in Tulsa before founding Candor, credits Oklahoma City’s location as a benefit to her business.

From left to right: Mark Mote, EY; Aehee Park, Cox Business; Armand Paliotta, Hartzog Conger Cason & Neville; Joni Brooks, The Journal Record Publishing Company; Mayor Mick Cornett, City of Oklahoma City; Jeff Keel, CNI Advantage, LLC; Jim Stengle, OGE Energy Corp.; Rhonda Hooper, Jordan Advertising; Wes Roberts, Bank of Oklahoma; and Mary Ramsey, Express Employment Professionals

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Candor was named the second-fastest growing company at the 2015 Metro 50 Awards . Avove, Karen Wicker receives the award on behalf of her company.

Linda Mandel, CEO and chief operating officer of PowerHouse Resources International Inc., receives the award for the third-fastest growing company at the 2015 Metro 50 Awards.

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“In two or three hours, if you need to have a faceto-face meeting in any part of the state, you can,” Wicker said. “Half of my team travels every day. It is a good location for doing business at the crossroads of all the interstates.” PowerHouse Resources International Inc., the third-fastest growing company, was founded in 2010 as an HR and finance consulting firm for government contractors. The company shifted its business model a few years later, and now acts as an aircraft and group vehicle maintenance company supplying services to the U.S. military throughout the country. From 2012-2014, PowerHouse Resources International Inc. experienced an 800 percent revenue increase and an expansion from five to 60 employees. Linda Mandel, CEO and chief operating officer of PowerHouse Resources International Inc., said that Oklahoma City’s central location and its recent renaissance have helped her business succeed. She also credits the people of Oklahoma City as being a positive asset for her company.

“We strongly believe the people of Oklahoma City are one of its biggest assets,” Mandel said. “As PowerHouse Resources continues to grow its headquarters, we are confident that we can fill open positions with qualified, knowledgeable employees that have good work ethic.” The 2015 Metro 50 Awards also honored two companies that have been on the list seven or more times in the last 10 years. Saxum celebrated its ninth appearance on the Metro 50 list, and Enviro Clean was recognized for its 10 years as a Metro 50 winner. “The Metro 50 Sustainers are an example of what makes Oklahoma City’s economy so vibrant,” said Kurt Foreman, executive vice president of economic development for the Chamber. “Oklahoma City’s economy sustains lasting success for its companies, and in turn, those successful companies help maintain the strength of our economy.” The Metro 50 Committee includes Bank of Oklahoma, Cox Business, EY, Express Employment Professionals, Hartzog Conger Cason & Neville, The Journal Record Publishing Company, OGE Energy Corp. and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber. View a list of all 50 winners at www.okcchamber. com/metro50.

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A PA R T N E R I N Y O U R S U C C E S S ™

Leadership Notes

Giving credit where it is due

ast month, the Chamber and other members of the Metro 50 Committee were able to honor the 50 fastest growing companies in the central Oklahoma region. While this event celebrated individual companies throughout the metro area and in several different sectors, it also highlights something very important about Oklahoma City’s economy: It is sustained by our existing businesses.

Roy H. Williams, CCE President & CEO

In total, the 2015 Metro 50 winners generated more than $735 million in revenues and employed about 2,100 Oklahomans. This significant economic impact supports the recently released findings of our 2015 Business Retention and Expansion Report – Oklahoma City’s most significant economic growth comes from its existing businesses. In FY15, 93 percent of interviewed companies reported an increase or no change to the number of people that they employed and 69 percent said their product or service was in an emerging life cycle. A majority of the companies in Oklahoma City are thriving. While a lot of factors contribute to a company’s success, we must give credit to the existing businesses that employ our neighbors and invest in our communities. The business leaders of Oklahoma City are hardworking and determined. I am confident that no matter what challenges come our way, the Oklahoma City business community will continue to lead the way in creating progress. The Chamber is proud to be your voice, and I am proud of all that you do to make Oklahoma City one of the greatest cities in the nation to conduct business. Sincerely,

Roy H. Williams, CCE Chamber CEO & President

CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sept. 8

Member Orientation Time: 8:30-10 a.m. Location: IBC Bank, 3817 Northwest Expressway, Suite 100

Oct. 6

Sunset Reception

Time: 4-6 p.m. Location: Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel, 1 N Broadway Ave.

Oct. 12, 19, 26

Chamber Golf Tournaments Time: 9 a.m. shotgun start Location: Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club, 7000 NW Grand Blvd.

Oct. 21

Practical Politics Seminar

Time: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Location: Gardner Conference Center at Oklahoma City University, 2501 N Blackwelder Ave.

Nov. 3

Sunset Reception

Time: 4-6 p.m. Location: Colcord Hotel, 15 N Robinson Ave.

Nov. 5

MegaLunch

Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: NOAHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Event Venue, 14017 Quail Springs Parkway

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Learn How Chamber Tools Can Help Your Business On Oct. 21 from 4-5 p.m. at the Chamber offices, Eric Long, research economist for the Chamber, will present a Business Intelligence Seminar outlining the research resources that the Chamber has available for its members. Learn about tools such as the OKCEDIS property locator, business and industry analysis instruments and competitive intelligence aggregators. There is no cost for Chamber members to attend the Business Intelligence Seminar, but registration is required. To register, contact Amanda Bowen at abowen@okcchamber.com or 297-8961.

STATE OF THE aerospace

State of the Aerospace Defense Industry: Oct. 23 Hear from leadership at Tinker Air Force Base and private sector innovator, The Boeing Company, as they discuss the current state of the aerospace and defense sectors in Oklahoma and what the future holds. Speakers include Jeffrey Allen, executive director of the Air Force Sustainment Center at Tinker Air Force Base, and Michael Emmelhainz, vice president of large aircraft engineering and sustainment for The Boeing Company. Tickets for members are $40 and $60 for nonmembers. Tables of ten are available for $600. For more information, email register@ okchamber.com. Special thanks to Signature Sponsor The Boeing Company and Host Sponsor Gardner Tanenbaum Holdings.

State of the Economy: Nov. 19 Join the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, the region’s leading economic development organization, for the annual State of the Economy event as they examine the regional and national economy and discuss how it will impact area businesses. On Thursday, Nov. 19, from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., attendees will hear from keynote speaker Vivek Wadhwa, fellow of Singularity University and Stanford Law School, director of research at Duke University and syndicated columnist for The Washington Post. Wadhwa will discuss technology’s impact on the modern world and how the United States can remain competitive in the face of growth in India, China and Latin America. A panel of local economists will then discuss the strengths and challenges of the regional economy.

Keynote speaker Vivek Wadhwa will discuss technology’s impact on the global economy at the State of the Economy luncheon on Nov. 19.

Tickets are $50 for members and $75 for nonmembers. Email register@okcchamber.com to reserve your seat. Special thanks to Signature Sponsor Arvest Bank and Host Sponsor Walmart District Office of Public Affairs.

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OKCPS Academies Prepare Students to Succeed

ince the 2011-12 school year, the Oklahoma City Public School District has offered its students the chance to pursue more rigorous and specialized courses of study in certain fields through its Career Academies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; career-themed schools within the high schools. The business community has responded with support for this effort to get students college- and career-ready after graduation by offering these students internships, donating resources, serving on advisory boards and more. Any eighth-grader can apply to be in one of the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Career Academies for high school, and the district has partnered with The National Academy Foundation and Metro Technology Centers to provide this educational opportunity throughout the district. On a recent overcast day at Capitol Hill High School in south Oklahoma City, a group of students gathered outside to fly the remote-controlled drones they had built in class the day before. On the first attempt, a propeller came off and the drone dropped from the sky, but later attempts were more successful as the drones took off. For the students, landing the drones gently turned out to be the most difficult part of the class that day, as some

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of them flew high into the air and sailed away. In some ways, that’s the point: The Academy of Engineering that has brought these students together for the drone-flying experiment is designed to help them find flight and soar – with new ideas, skills and long-term goals that include college. “I was lucky they enrolled me in the class. … I want to stay with this,” said ninth grader Heriboto Morales, who is interested in graphic design. “It involves a lot of math.” In return, these students will enter the workforce better prepared to succeed in their chosen fields. Capitol Hill’s Academy of Engineering is one of nine academies throughout the Oklahoma City Public School District offering specialized learning for students in certain areas, including fine arts, finance, health sciences, hospitality and tourism, law and public safety and more. The National Academy Foundation (NAF) notes on its website that during the 2014-15 school year, nearly 82,000 students attended 667 NAF academies in 38 states, including Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands. And of those, 97 percent of seniors graduated from high school, and 93 percent of the graduates planned to go to college.

“We are a school within a school so we have a lot of pride in our program,” said Mike Jennings, career academy site manager at Capitol Hill, referring to the engineering academy. Districtwide, about 1,100 students have signed up for career academies so far this year, said Kate Haydon, who was with the district and is now NAF’s academy development manager for this region. The first career academy students with OKCPS graduated this past May, and a majority of those named college as their goal. The academies and related internships help students make the connection about why they’re in school, making learning “relevant and real,” she said. Instructors and volunteers at several academies noted their students are motivated and confident; many are seeing increases in test scores among academy students. In the freshman-level introduction to engineering design class, Capitol Hill academy teacher Jonathan Inhoff said the students not only are building drones, but they’ll also design items on a professional CAD program that they can print on a 3D printer.

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In another classroom on the same campus, teacher Erika Reyes with the Fine Arts Academy leads a group of students through dance moves and exercise. The academy students will perform at the State Fair this month and the Fiestas de Las Americas next month. In addition to dance, this academy also offers music and drama and is in its first year at Capitol Hill.

A student at Capitol Hill High School works on a remotecontrolled drone.

“I hope to get our 75 freshman and sophomores on the right path. I hope to inspire future academy students in middle schools,” she said. “We are the only Academy of the Arts on the south side of Oklahoma City.”

On another recent afternoon at Southeast High School, students in the Academy of Information Technology are filming a video featuring business leaders eager to support and promote the academy. After it’s over, SandRidge Energy volunteers lead a discussion about video production and reallife applications. These academies “are full of students that want to achieve and want to find a place in this city and in the business community where they can accomplish their goals,” said Bank of America Merrill Lynch Market President Tony Shinn in the video. “The students in high schools in these career academies are some of the best and brightest, and we need to provide all the resources and support we can to help them achieve their goals.”

OKCPS’s newest career academy, the Academy of Fine Arts at Capitol Hill High School, offers the only Academy of the Arts in south Oklahoma City.

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GreaterGrads.com Gets a New Look

he Chamber recently launched a new website for its Greater Grads program, a Forward Oklahoma City program that connects recent college graduates with employers in the metro area. The website, which can be accessed at www.GreaterGrads.com, offers resources for employers to strengthen their college recruiting strategies and provides internship listings for students to access. The website is also the main landing page for the Greater Grads Career Fair, which takes place each spring, and the InternOKC program. The new website features a responsive design that can be accessed from desktop computers, smart phones and tablets. Not only does this design provide a cleaner and crisper look, it also makes sure that Greater Grads’ resources are available no matter the device used to

access them. The website better connects visitors to already available content from the Chamber and career services offices at area universities. “In today’s mobile culture, it is important for us to make our information readily available across all platforms,” said Drew Dugan, vice president of education and workforce development for the Chamber. “The new site will provide better access for our employers, and it also better promotes living, working and playing in Oklahoma City to the students who are considering starting their career here.” For more information about GreaterGrads.com or for details on the Chamber’s workforce development initiatives, contact Elisa Milbourn at emilbourn@ okcchamber.com or 297-8951.

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Economic Indicators Oklahoma City Ranked No. 1 Metro for Small Tech Talent Market Growth Top Metros for Small Tech Talent Market Growth (<50,000 Tech Workers) Overall Metro Market Rank

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Growth Rate (2010-2013)

Oklahoma City, OK Nashville, TN Portland, OR (tie) Charlotte, NC (tie) Indianapolis, IN Virginia Beach, VA Cleveland, OH Tampa, FL Pittsburgh, PA Oakland, CA Kansas City, MO

38.90% 38.50% 27.90% 27.90% 23.70% 23.20% 21.70% 20.00% 19.00% 18.00% 16.80%

Top Tech Talent Market Characteristics • Presence of Millennials (aged 20-29 yrs.) in the workforce: Oklahoma City is ranked No. 4 in the small tech talent market for its millennial growth rate at 9.7 percent (20092013). The U.S. average for the same period is 3 percent. • Gender Diversity: Oklahoma City’s gender diversity in tech occupations is 77 percent male and 23 percent female. • Higher Degree of Educational Attainment (25+ Yrs., Bachelors Degree or Higher): Oklahoma City’s educational attainment Rate is 28 percent. • Low Business Costs: Oklahoma City was ranked No. 1 metro with the lowest estimated one year costs by market for wage and rent and ranked No. 1 metro with the lowest office asking rent at $15.70 per square foot (Q4 2014). Source: CBRE 2015

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GRAND OPENINGS To view more photos, see the schedule of upcoming Grand Openings or subscribe to the Grand Openings calendar, visit www.okcchamber.com/grandopenings.

Cavender’s 6339 SW 3rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73128

WoodSpring Suites 4300 W. Interstate 40 Service Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73108

Oklahoma City University, Petree College of Performing Arts, School of Theatre 2501 N Blackwelder Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73106

Retirement Plan Solutions Plan Sponsor & Participant Services Record-keeper Compliance Management Participant Education & Communication Plan Design & Document Support Personal Service Trust & Custody Services Investment Offerings

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starts with you.”

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS A Better Used Trux

Barry Sanders Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Truck Sales / Service Mr. Brian Vetter...................... 787-8789 8332 W I-40 Service Road Oklahoma City, OK 73128 www.abetterusedtrux.com

Automobile Dealers Mr. Aarash Ghajar.................. 896-3722 1420 W 6th Ave., Suite 102 Stillwater, OK 74074 www.barrysanderssupercenter.com

Barry Sanders Supercenter

A Dynamic New You, LLC

Life Coach Ms. Dea Dietrick.................... 326-4892 3009 NW 63rd St., Suite A-1 Oklahoma City, OK 73116 www.adynamicnewyou.com

Board of Advisors Accel Technology Group

Bronze

Computer Consultants Computer Data Recovery Computer Equipment - Sales, Service & Contract Maintenance Computer Network Services / Equipment Computer Security - Equipment & Systems Computers - Software & Services Data Center Services Information Technology Internet - Web Hosting & Web Design Mr. Ed Shannon..................... 471-5454 2801 Coltrane Place, Suite 3 Edmond, OK 73034-6782 www.acceltechnologygroup.com

Advanced Laser Center

Physicians & Surgeons John P. Belardo, M.D............... 751-4774 11308 N Pennsylvania Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 www.alcok.com

Authentic Custom Homes

Home Builders Mr. Kenyon Woods.................. 285-7464 17312 N May Ave. Edmond, OK 73012-9047 www.authentichomesok.com

BBL Builders, LP

Construction Companies Ms. Amanda Welch....... (972) 869-1808 15770 N Dallas Parkway Tollway Towers North Dallas, TX 75248 www.bblbuilders.com

Caffe’ Pranzo

Restaurants Mr. Tony Lachance................. 755-3577 9622 N May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 www.caffepranzookc.com

Automobile Dealers Mr. Aarash Ghajar.................. 835-6717 4120 W 6th Ave. Stillwater, OK 74074 www.barrysanderssupercenter.com

Calcutta Land

Patti Scott, Realtor - Berkshire Hathaway Homes Services Anderson Properties of Oklahoma

Calvert’s Plant Interiors, Inc.

Oil Land Leases Mr. Dru Farris........................ 602-8875 430 NW 5th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73102-3011

Real Estate Ms. Patti Scott....................... 317-7433 16301 N May Ave. Edmond, OK 73013

Lead Investor Big Star Trucking, LLC

Bronze

Trucking Ms. Elizabeth Hatcher............ 748-3190 5501 NE 10th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73117 www.bigstartrucking.com

Burch Law Firm, PLLC

Attorneys / Lawyers Mr. Derek K. Burch................. 239-7711 204 N Robinson Ave., Suite 1500 Oklahoma City, OK 73102-7001 www.burch-george.com

Cavender’s

Retail Mr. Seth Scott........................ 789-0981 6339 SW 3rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73128 www.cavenders.com

CFRN, Certified Flooring of OKC

Flooring Contractors Mr. Bill Schober..................... 378-5404 2719 S Service Road Moore, OK 73160 www.certifiedflooringokc.com

Health Services Mr. John Donaghue................ 606-2727 13900 Wireless Way Oklahoma City, OK 73134 www.oklahomasleepinstitute.com

Nonprofit / Service Agencies Mr. Herb Gilkey...................... 254-2069 3309 E Hefner Road Oklahoma City, OK 73131-4838 www.campfireusa-ok.org Automobile Dealers Mr. Aarash Ghajar......... (866) 745-4493 4200 NW 39th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112 www.cashcardepot.com

Individual Members Ms. Katie Brown

C2 Wellness, LLC

Camp Fire Heart of Oklahoma

Cash Car Depot

Katie Brown

Lead Investor

Plants - Interior Design & Maintenance Ms. Cynthia Ross................... 848-6642 5308 N Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73118-4224 www.calverts.com

Chad Niemann Enterprises

Consultants Mr. Chad Niemann................. 922-8510

Cheek & Falcone, PLLC Bronze

Attorneys / Lawyers Mr. Robert C. Thompson......... 286-9191 6301 Waterford Blvd., Suite 320 Oklahoma City, OK 73118 www.cheekfalcone.com

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Cognitive Information

Entrust Realty, LLC

Country Leisure

Lead Investor

Computer Consultants Mr. Allen W. Smith................. 620-1861 1015G Waterwood Parkway, Suite I-1 Edmond, OK 73034-5324 www.cognitiveinfo.com Outdoor Stores Swimming Pools Ms. Lyndsey Ellis................... 799-7745 3001 N Service Rd. Moore, OK 73160-3285 www.countryleisuremfg.com

Express Family Care

Bronze

Dentistry by Design of Midwest City, PLLC Dentists Dr. Edward Harroz, III............. 737-5905 7215 E Reno Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73110 www.dentistrybydesignmwc.com

Electra Link, Inc.

Elite Insurance Associates

Bronze

Employer Advocates

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Gauthier Plastic Surgery

Board of Advisors

Goad Abode, Inc.

Marketing & Sales Mr. Matt Goad........................ 820-4623 201 NW 35th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73118-8617 www.goadabode.com Caterers Meeting / Banquet Facilities Restaurants Mr. Jason Dibler..................... 949-9991 520 S MacArthur Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73128 www.goldencorral.net

Hidden Trails Country Club Bronze

Consultants Employee Benefits Specialists Human Resource Services / Consulting Insurance Ms. Teah R. Corley................. 259-8990 100 Park Ave., Suite 700 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 www.employer-advocates.com

Bronze

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Country Clubs Ms. Judy Rollins..................... 685-7751 6501 S Country Club Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73159 www.hiddentrailsokc.com

Bronze

Real Estate Ms. Janice Winchester........... 348-2626 10 E Campbell St. Edmond, OK 73034-3712 www.janicewinchester.com

Office Furniture & Equipment Mr. Gary Kelley....................... 601-7619 1114 N Walker Ave., Suite 2C Oklahoma City, OK 73103-2623 www.fmgi.com

Golden Corral Bronze

Insurance Mr. Taylor Richardson............ 241-9710 4811 Gaillardia Parkway, Suite 100 Oklahoma City, OK 73142 www.eliteinsuranceok.com

Board of Advisors

Furniture Marketing Group, Inc. (FMG)

Restaurants Mr. Cary Hamer..................... 834-4641 2747 W Memorial Road Oklahoma City, OK 73134-8034 www.infernospizzeria.com

Janice Winchester / Keller Williams Realty

Physicians & Surgeons - Cosmetic & Reconstructive Ms. Sarah Whitmarsh............ 286-5606 8106 N May Ave., Suite G Oklahoma City, OK 73120 www.drstephengauthier.com

Communication Services Mr. Collin Long....................... 715-1700 417 S State St. Edmond, OK 73003 www.electralink.com

Board of Advisors

Lead Investor

Infernos Pizza: Wood Fired Oven & Spirits

Board of Advisors

Engineers - Consulting Ms. Tricia Hatley, P.E.............. 607-7065 9211 Lake Hefner Parkway, Suite 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73120-2073 www.freese.com

Training Programs - Design / Development Mr. Christopher W. White........ 546-3786 1900 Northwest Expressway, Suite K-1 Oklahoma City, OK 73118-1802 www.delex.com

Board of Advisors

Bronze

Freese and Nichols

Accountants and Accounting Services Ms. Deborah McKinney.......... 340-5971 772 N Santa Fe Ave. Edmond, OK 73003-4300 www.craigcarterassociates.com

Delex Systems, Inc.

Business Brokers Mr. Larry D. Hughes............... 478-3800 3805 Bent Tree Drive Edmond, OK 73034-6958 www.thehughes-group.com

Medical Clinics Mr. Jimmy Tisdale, APRN,NP-C. 470-1224 6401 Northwest Expressway, Suite 130 Oklahoma City, OK 73132

Craig Carter & Associates

Board of Advisors

The Hughes Group, Inc.

Real Estate Ms. Nicole Austin................... 329-1922 4001 N Classen Blvd., Suite 110 Oklahoma City, OK 73118 www.entrust-realty.com

Engineers - Consulting Mr. Aaron Rader..................... 241-5423 13829 Technology Drive, Suite A-2 Oklahoma City, OK 73134 www.kimley-horn.com

Langston University

Schools - Universities & Colleges Mrs. Mautra Jones, MBA........ 466-2937 701 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive Langston, OK 73050 www.langston.edu

Lawton Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

Automobile Dealers Mr. Aarash Ghajar......... (580) 215-5492 215 SE Interstate Drive Lawton, OK 73501-3044 www.lawtonchryslerjeepdodge.com

Lincoln Financial Group

Employee Benefits Specialists Ms. Crystal Budny........ (972) 439-4466 2975 Preston Park Blvd. Plano, TX 75071 www.lfg.com

MMS Imaging Services, LLC

Medical - Imaging Services Mr. John Murgai..................... 232-9729 4500 N Classen Blvd., Suite 203 Oklahoma City, OK 73118 www.xraymms.com

Bronze

Maurices

Clothing Stores Ms. Jackie Corley................... 302-4861 2501 W Memorial Road, Space 134 Quail Springs Mall Oklahoma City, OK 73134 www.maurices.com

Metropolitan - OKC Apartments

Oklahoma Hospice Care

Midtown Realty, LLC

Omega Capital

Morgan Stanley and Co., Inc.

On Call Junk Haul

Apartments Ms. Jessica Brouillette........... 604-4600 800 N Oklahoma Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73104 www.metropolitanokc.com

Maurices

Real Estate Mr. Jeff Netherton.................. 600-7276 605 NW 6th St., Suite A Oklahoma City, OK 73102 www.midtownrealtyokc.com

Clothing Stores Ms. Jackie Corley................... 787-1200 7628 W Reno Ave. Outlets at Oklahoma City, #115 Oklahoma City, OK 73127 www.maurices.com

Financial Services Mr. Peter W. Vitali.................. 841-3907 6305 Waterford Blvd., Suite 240 Oklahoma City, OK 73118 www.morganstanley.com

The McGranahan Barn

Meeting / Banquet Facilities Ms. Maree’ Lunsford.............. 698-2276 12310 NW Expressway Yukon, OK 73099 www.mcgranahanbarn.com

Oklahoma Association of REALTORS

Merit Advisors, Inc.

Associations / Membership Organizations Ms. Lisa G. Noon, CAE, RCE... 848-9944 9807 N Broadway Extension Oklahoma City, OK 73114-6312 www.okrealtors.com

Financial Planning Consultants Investment Advisors Real Estate Investment Mr. Don Dillingham................ 286-9759 121 NE 50th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73105 www.meritadvisors.com

Hospices Ms. Laura Larue.................... 418-2659 8241 S Walker Ave., Suite 204 Oklahoma City, OK 73139 www.oklahomahc.com Investments Mr. Jason S. Martin....... (918) 293-3925 4124 S Rockford Ave., Suite 201 Tulsa, OK 74105 www.omegacapital.com Junk Removal Services Mr. Blake Boyd....................... 586-5243 1156 W Britton Road Oklahoma City, OK 73114 www.oncalljunkhaul.com

One America

Employee Benefits Specialists Mr. Corey Downs........... (972) 383-1022 12270 Colt Road, Suite 820 Dallas, TX 75080 www.oneamerica.com

Providing Financial Solutions. Bank of Oklahoma-OKC CEO John Higginbotham welcomes Keith Kersten, SVP Corporate Banking Manager to the OKC team.

John Higginbotham | 405.272.2421 | jhigginbotham@bokf.com Keith Kersten | 405.272.2234 | kkersten@bokf.com Click here to visit the Bank of Oklahoma website © 2015 Bank of Oklahoma, a division of BOKF, NA. Member FDIC.

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Peaceful Family Solutions

Drug / Alcohol Abuse & Addiction Info / Treatment Mr. Brent Katigan................... 630-5185 7405 S Douglas Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73139 www.peacefulfamilysolutions.org

Precision Vision

Optometrists - O.D. Dr. Darrell Pickard.................. 733-4545 1455 S Douglas Boulevard Road, Suite D Oklahoma City, OK 73130-5269 www.precisionvisionok.com

Revolve Pizza Kitchen

Restaurants Mr. Austin Crossland.............. 600-6488 100 W Main St., Suite 105 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 www.revolvepizza.com

Bronze

Roofing Material, Equipment & Supplies Mr. Monte Buckalew.............. 601-9549 2600 N Bartell Road Oklahoma City, OK 73121-6839

Computer Software Developers Mr. Max Doleh........................ 227-9080 755 Research Parkway, Suite 515 Oklahoma City, OK 73104-3639 www.productivet.com Counseling Services Mrs. Joyce Damiso................. 286-2943 4501 N Classen Blvd., Suite 105 Oklahoma City, OK 73118-4822 www.raindropscounseling.com

Advertising - Directory & Guide Mr. Tony Melman................... 570-4944 5729 NW 132nd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 www.premiergolfusa.com

Premier Roofing Solutions, Inc.

Productive Technologies

Rain Drops Counseling Services

Premier Golf USA

Lead Investor

Board of Advisors

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Bronze

Lead Investor The Right Strategy Group

Bronze

Consultants Marketing Consultants Public Relations Mr. Jackson Lisle................... 323-3702 915 NW 21st St. Oklahoma City, OK 73106-6208 www.therightstrategygroup.com

Lead Investor Riley Exploration Group, LLC

Bronze

Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Ms. Christie Morrow.............. 485-8200 2008 N Council Ave. Blanchard, OK 73010-8043 www.rileyexploration.com

Board of Advisors Riversâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Edge Countertops

Cabinets & Counter Tops Home Improvement / Remodeling / Repairs Mr. Jeremiah Rivers............... 387-2930 3066 Highway 62 Service Road Newcastle, OK 73065 www.riversedgecountertops.com

Bronze

S + L Solutions, LLC

Real Estate Mr. Shawn McVicker..... (580) 571-5226 4 NE 10th St., Suite 249 Oklahoma City, OK 73104 www.webuyhomesokc.com

SJC Marketing

Advertising / Marketing Ms. Randi White........... (816) 396-8575 3017 NW 44th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112-6006 www.susanjcampbell.com

Searâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hometown Store

Retail Mr. Steve Johnson.................. 470-8188 8014 NW 39th Expressway Bethany, OK 73008

Signs to Go

Signs & Advertising Displays Mr. Brian Thomas.................. 348-8646 3130 S Boulevard Edmond, OK 73013-5371 www.signstogo.com

Simon Simon Real Estate

Stellar Construction, Inc.

Slim Chickens

T&E Flow Services, LLC

Sliver Pay

Totally Joined for Achieving Collaborative Techniques (TJFACT), LLC

Real Estate Mr. Ralph Simon, III............... 679-8888 8028 N May Ave., Suite 104 Oklahoma City, OK 73120 www.simonsimonrealestate.com Restaurants Mr. Joe Bernosky.................... 470-7179 5841 Northwest Expressway Warr Acres, OK 73132 www.slimchickens.com Credit Card Processing Mr. Anil Motwani.................... 896-0160 9817 S Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73139-2812 www.sliverpay.com

Sola Business Solutions

Information Technology Mr. Jeffrey Brown................... 562-9114 26A E 9th St. Edmond, OK 73034-3911 www.solabusiness.com

Home Builders Mr. Mark Carmouche............. 317-5026 8521 SW 109th Court Oklahoma City, OK 73173 www.stellarconstruction.com Electronic Equipment & Supplies Mr. Todd Nelson..................... 513-2964 11880 S Sooner Road Edmond, OK 73034 www.teflowservices.com

Government Agencies & Services Ms. Jennifer Pitre.......... (404) 525-7753 44 Broad St., NW, Suite 702 Atlanta, GA 30303 www.tjfact.com

Board of Advisors Tall Oak Midstream

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Oil & Gas Services Mr. Carlos Evans.................... 285-7382 2575 Kelley Pointe Parkway, Suite 340 Edmond, OK 73013 www.talloakmidstream.com

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Automobile Dealers Mr. Aarash Ghajar......... (918) 213-4590 9777 S Memorial Drive Tulsa, OK 74133 www.tulsahyundai.com

2 Fellas & A Big Vehicle

Movers Mr. Steve Herburger............... 814-1013 105 NE 16th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73104 www.2fellasok.com

Two Structures Homes

Home Builders Ms. Kelsey Evans................... 285-4423 16704 N Pennsylvania Ave. Edmond, OK 73012-9053 www.twostructureshomes.com

United Suburban Schools Association Associations / Membership Organizations Ms. Sandra Park.................... 388-9804 9321 SW 24th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73128-4931 www.ussaok.org

Board of Advisors

Silver

UnitedHealthcare

Insurance - Health Mr. Daniel Somers................. 415-8149 755 Research Parkway, Suite 160 Oklahoma City, OK 73104 www.uhc.com

Victory Car Wash

Bronze

Car Washing & Polishing Mr. Mirza Beg........................ 478-0822 10800 S Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73170

Wanderlust Travel

Urban Row

Fitness Centers & Training Ms. Callie McPherson............ 414-4090 9215 N Pennsylvania Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 www.urbanrowokc.com

Travel Agencies & Consultants Ms. Wendie Keller...................371-4816 2517 NW 14th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73107 www.wanderlustokc.com

Wynn Construction

Utility Tri-State, Inc.

Trailer Renting & Sales Mr. Robert Wallis.................... 440-2000 15200 NW 34th St. Yukon, OK 73099 www.utilitytristate.com

VIP Builders

Lead Investor

Construction Companies Contractors - Foundation Contractors - General Contractors - Utility Mr. Rick Thompson.................753-1120 11901 N Eastern Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73131-3010 www.wynnconstruction.com

Contractors - General Ms. Janese Hoffman.............. 600-6588 3200 SW 59th St. Oklahoma City, 73119-6405 www.vipbuildersok.com

Valir Rehabilitation Hospital

OPENING FALL 2015 Wound Care & Hyperbaric Clinic

An investment in Human Capital Your organization’s employees are among its greatest assets. Putting the OU Medicine YourHealth program to work for you can help promote better health and increase retention of these valued employees. Find out how the YourHealth program can help your organization decrease healthcare costs, reduce absenteeism, increase productivity and decrease sick leave through the following programs: • Physician-guided health screening • Health risk appraisal • Health audit • Wellness navigator • Executive physicals • On-site health clinic • Wellness portal

For more information, call (405) 271-2455 or visit

(405) 609-3600 | www.valir.com

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www.oumedicine.com/yourhealth

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2015 OFFICERS

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DAVID RAINBOLT BancFirst Chairman

JUDY J. HATFIELD, CCIM Equity Commercial Realty, LLC Vice Chair, Membership

J. LARRY NICHOLS Devon Energy Corporation Vice Chair, Strategic Planning

ISSUE #3485 - Aug 2015 Editorial staff: Kaylee McDaniel, Lillie-Beth Brinkman, Cynthia Reid

PETER B. DELANEY OGE Energy Corp. Immediate Past Chairman

RHONDA HOOPER Jordan Advertising Vice Chair, Economic Development

JOHN RICHELS Devon Energy Corporation Vice Chair, Forward Oklahoma City

Designer: Josh Vaughn

JOHN HART Continental Resources Treasurer

PERCY KIRK Cox Communications Oklahoma Vice Chair, Marketing & Communications

BRUCE LAWRENCE INTEGRIS Health Corporate Secretary

BRADLEY W. KRIEGER Arvest Bank Vice Chair, Government Relations

TERESA ROSE Oklahoma City Community Foundation Vice Chair, Education/Workforce Development

CLAYTON I. BENNETT Dorchester Capital Vice Chair, Strategic Planning

DAVID A. JACKSON JPMorganChase Bank, N.A. Vice Chair, Military/Aerospace

CARL E. EDWARDS Price Edwards & Company Vice Chair, Bioscience

TOM J. MCDANIEL American Fidelity Foundation Vice Chair, MAPS Development

NATALIE SHIRLEY Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City Vice Chair, Convention & Visitors Bureau ROY H. WILLIAMS, CCE Greater Oklahoma City Chamber President & CEO

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