7-22-2025
Victor Flores is Principal with REDW and President of Oklahoma Tribal Finance Consortium.
Born in the Philippines, he grew up in Deer Creek Lamont and Enid, Oklahoma. College took him to Norman where he earned his bachelor’s from the University of Oklahoma. He has since went on to earn his MBA in Financial Services from Oklahoma Christian University and his master’s in healthcare finance from Trinity University.
Victor is dedicated to the community and serves in many organizations including as Executive Chair of Big Brothers Big Sisters Taste of OKC event this year, an upcoming Dancing for a Miracle contestant for Children’s Health Foundation of Oklahoma, and serves on the board of Rookie League Foundation, United Way of Central Oklahoma, Creative Oklahoma, Collective for Children, and Oklahoma Israel Exchange to name just a few.
Oklahoma is Victor’s home and where he wants to continue to invest and see it grow. If service to his community is a hobby, then that is his. “Giving back” isn’t just his passion, it’s his privilege. Victor believes that true leadership begins when we use our blessings to lift others, not because it’s expected, but because we’re honored to.
Rotarian sponsors Lance McDaniel, Salvador Ontiveros, and Melissa Pepper.
Olivia Kraft-Wegescheide is owner and CEO of Sovereign Storm Solutions.
Born and raised in Northern California, Olivia attended school at Liberty University before moving with her family to Oklahoma City. Previously, she was the Regional Director for RestoreMasters before opening Sovereign Solutions. Her woman-owned company is in an industry where only 5% of roofers are female.
Olivia is an active member of NAIOP Oklahoma and NWiR Oklahoma. She and her family attend Quail Springs Baptist Church and she has participated in several mission trips.
When not focused on the success of her business, Olivia’s hobbies include sewing, painting, charcoal sketching and rock climbing. Her passion projects include mission trips and funding outreach programs.
Rotarian sponsors Alex Kaiser, Andrea Frymire, and Bart Binning
Tara Simmons is Vice President, Development at Science Museum Oklahoma.
Born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, she spent most of her childhood in Atlanta, Georgia. She went on to attend Southern Methodist University where she met the love of her life, Roe. When it came time to choose a place to raise their family, Roe’s hometown of Oklahoma City was an easy decision. She went on to earn her bachelor’s in history at the University of Central Oklahoma.
Tara is committed to our community and serves as board president of Oklahoma Adventure District, member of UCO’s College of Business Dean’s Advisory board, mentor with UCO’s 2BL program, member of AFT, CASE, and IAAPA.
Outside of work, Tara enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures and spending time with her family. She and her husband are proud parents to three amazing grown children. When she’s not working or volunteering, you can often find her reading in the backyard – occasionally pretending to garden and definitely planning her next vacation.
Rotarian sponsors Sherry Marshall, Peggy Kates, and Kimber Shoop
Marsha Williams is retired following a 40-year career as Partner with Middleberg Riddle Group in Dallas.
Born and raised in Kingfisher, she earned her bachelor’s degree in political science at Oklahoma State University before earning her Juris Doctorate at University of Oklahoma. Afte taking the bar, she moved to Texas to work for the Comptroller of the Currency, then as general counsel for a savings association before joining the Middleberg Riddle Group.
Marsha is active with the OU President’s Associates Council, a Reserve Elder at First Presbyterian Church of Edmond, and recording secretary for Chapter DD P.E.O.
While retired from active practice, Marsha maintains her law licenses and does a significant amount of pro bono work. She is a loyal fan to her two nephews and niece and their children. You can often find her at a 4-H, FFA, or dance competition supporting them. Marsha also loves to travel and calls herself an avid sports fan.
Rotarian sponsors Jim Loftis, Bill Hughes, and Lynn Pringle
Luke Simkins is the Co-Founder and CEO of AnnoLab.
Born in Tulsa, Luke lived in Texas, Ohio and Mississippi growing up. His family returned to Oklahoma after his mother earned her doctorate and accepted a professorial position at OSU. He is a US Air Force veteran that was stationed in Afghanistan, Mississippi, Texas, and finally at Tinker Air Force Base for his third and final boomerang back to Oklahoma.
Upon his return to Oklahoma, Luke earned his bachelor’s in management information systems from the University of Oklahoma. He is also a member of the Council of Entrepreneurs and the National Business Aviation Association.
Luke’s business is also his hobby. He’s the co-founder and owner of AnnoLab, a small software startup that utilizes artificial intelligence to assist in creating title reports for private aircraft and is used by several aircraft title companies. They’re now developing a product for title & document AI for land and minerals. When he makes it out of the office, he also likes to bike and run when it isn’t 1,000 degrees outside.
Rotarian sponsors Jake Yunker, Alex Kaiser, and Dawn Byram
Mike Widell is Vice President of Operations and Director of Workforce Partnerships with Oklahoma State University Oklahoma City.
Born in Fort Dodge, Iowa, he lived in Wisconsin, Florida and Arkansas growing up. After graduating from the University of the Ozarks with his bachelors, he joined Wal-Mart General Office and met his wife. They settled in Edmond where he obtained his MBA at The University of Central Oklahoma and have called Oklahoma home since.
Mike is passionate about creating opportunities for others through education and workforce opportunities. He previously served as the Deputy Secretary of Workforce for Oklahoma. He enjoys innovating new services and designing homes and buildings, with several designs being incorporated in his past, including the Wal-Mart Corporation, various state agencies, and OSU.
In his personal time, Mike enjoys traveling with his family often and spending time together exploring coffee shops and restaurants.
Rotarian sponsors Lauren O’Brien, Sean O’Brien, and Ariel Moore
Donovan Woods is Director of Development with OSU Foundation.
Born and raised in Oklahoma City, he is a graduate of Millwood High School where he also participated in Leadership Oklahoma City’s YLX program. College took him to Oklahoma State University where he earned his bachelor’s in marketing. You might also recognize him as quarterback, free safety and linebacker for the OSU Cowboys before playing three seasons in the NFL.
Donovan is active in our community and is a graduate of Leadership Oklahoma City, an At Large Commissioner for the OKC Game and Fish Commission, Board Member with RiverSport, and a Wes Welker Foundation Board Member.
In Donovan’s personal time, he enjoys all things Oklahoma State, athletics, fishing, and supporting and encouraging leadership. At his board introduction last week, we learned that he lives by the 4 F’s – faith, family, football, and fishing.
Rotarian sponsors Alex Kaiser, Thuan Nguyen, and Jake Yunker
Kendra Horn is President and CEO of Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation.
As a fifth-generation Oklahoman, born and raised in Chickasha, Kendra is a proud product of Oklahoma public schools. College took her to the University of Tulsa where she earned her bachelor’s before earning her Juris Doctor at Southern Methodist University School of Law.
Kendra’s parents instilled in her the importance of investing in people and serving her community – values that continue to guide her today. She is a former U.S. Congresswoman, graduate of Leadership Oklahoma Class 30, and serves as board member for Engage Learning and Let’s Fix This. Some of her many recognitions include the Abraham Lincoln Leadership for America Award and Spirit of Enterprise Award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
A lifelong Girl Scout and Gold Award recipient, Kendra remains dedicated to supporting the next generation of leaders. Outside of work, she enjoys travel, yoga and pilates, and spending time with her friends and family, especially her nephew and niece.
Rotarian sponsors Farooq Karim, Jane Jenkins, and Bailey Perkins Wright
Jason Kuhl is CEO of the Metropolitan Library System of Oklahoma County.
Originally from Rockford, Illinois, he earned his bachelor’s from Illinois State University and his master’s in library and information science from the University of Illinois. His career working in public libraries began with a part-time job in college, and nearly 30 years later he’s still in the field.
Jason’s first professional position after receiving his graduate degree was with St. Louis County Library before becoming the Executive Director at a library in the Chicago area. He later moved back to the St. Louis area to lead the library serving St. Charles County. The Metropolitan Library System is a premier system in the nation so when the opportunity to become its CEO presented itself, he didn’t hesitate to come Oklahoma City.
Jason is an avid tennis player so take note Pickleball Committee. He also enjoys art, museums, antique malls, bookstores, old stuff, and bow ties.
Rotarian sponsors Farooq Karim, Bill Hughes, and Jeanean Yanish Jones
Dick Pryor is General Manager of KGOU Radio.
Born and raised in Norman, he graduated from the University of Oklahoma with his bachelor’s in journalism and his juris doctor. His radio and TV career took him to KOCO-TV and OETA where he worked for 25 years before transitioning to Candor and serving as Chief of Staff to the Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma.
Dick is a transferring Rotarian and comes to us from the Norman Sooner Rotary Club where he served as president and is a Paul Harris Fellow +3. He is also a member of the Oklahoma Pro Chapter Society of Professional Journalists, FOI Oklahoma, Inc., and a member of the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame.
Some of Dick’s favorite hobbies include acting across all mediums – theatrical, TV, commercials, and voice – following current events, and music. He also enjoys sports including an occasional golf game and has even played as a former ice hockey goalie as an adult.
Rotarian sponsors Emily Stratton, Pat Hall, Wes Milbourn, and David Walters
Chris Cleburn is Chief Operating Officer of Bockus Payne.
Born and raised in Oklahoma City, he graduated from Heritage Hall. He attended the University of Oklahoma and after exploring a degree in engineering, he switched majors and earned his bachelor’s in architecture.
Chris is a member of American Institute of Architects. He was a Scoutmaster for his two oldest boys and after they completed their scouting careers, he continued to volunteer and was on staff for two of BSA’s adult leadership training courses.
Chris has been married to his lovely wife, Shannon, for nine years and is the best person he knows. In his words, “I may not look it, but I like to run.” He also enjoys cooking and infrequently golfs, cycles, paddle boards, camps, backpacks, and even fly fishes.
Rotarian sponsors Lindsay Dawkins, Susan Adams, Collins Peck, and Mathew Siebert
Jonna Kirschner is Chief of Staff for Chickasaw Nation Industries.
A 5th generation Oklahoman, her family still owns their Centennial Farm in Colony, Oklahoma. After graduating Dartmouth College with her Bachelor’s, and then Boston College Law School with her Juris Doctorate, she moved to London, England where she practiced law. On the birth of her first son, they returned to Oklahoma City to be near family.
Jonna is very active in the community and is President of the Oklahoma-Isreal Exchange, board member of Creative Oklahoma, Trustee of Friends of OETA Foundation, and a sustaining member of Oklahoma Junior League to name just a few.
Jonna has spent the last few years restoring her family’s farmhouse in Colony and enjoys hosting friends at the farm to explore Western Oklahoma. She is an avid collector of Native American art and travels to Santa Fe frequently. She also co-founded the “Committee for the Consumption of Oysters” a/k/a, the “Oyster Eaters,” that consists of many of our fellow Club 29 members.
Rotarian sponsors Chip Oppenheim, Lou Kohlman, and Lance McDaniel
Matt McConnell is Project Director of QUAD Construction.
He is an Oklahoma City boy, born and raised, and proud to call this place home. He attended Christian Heritage Academy from K through 12 and earned his bachelor’s at the University of Central Oklahoma. He has deep roots in the City and plans to continue raising his family here while working to better the community that is so important to him.
Matt volunteers for many organizations in the City including Make-a-wish, New View OK, Wings, RestoreOKC, and Ronald McDonald House as well as Festival of the Arts. He is also active at Northwest Baptist Church and regularly participates in regional and national mission teams.
Spending time with his wife of 25 years and their three wonderful children is at the top of Matt’s list. He enjoys working with his hands on projects in the woodshop, around the house, and at church. Some other favorites include listening to music, getting outdoors to hike, and watching ridiculously bad “B-movies.”
Rotarian sponsors Heather Gardner, Aaron Collins, and Jerrod Shouse
11-4-2025
Ryan Kirk is Executive Vice President, Commercial Banking at First Oklahoma Bank.
Raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he earned his bachelor’s in finance and accounting from Oklahoma State University. His wife, Lindsey, is from Piedmont so they moved to Oklahoma City 10 years ago to be closer to family.
Some of Ryan’s commitments in the community have included the Oklahoma City Chamber board of directors, the Business Roundtable, and the Economic Club of Oklahoma and he currently serves as the Scholarship Chairman for the SAE OK Mu Corporation Board.
Ryan enjoys coaching and watching his kids with their various sports and activities, playing golf, hiking, and traveling with his family.
Robert Clements, Sunny Cearley, Brooke Haneborg, Tony LoPresto, and Alex Kaiser
Matt Richardson is President of Shellback General Contracting.
Raised in Oklahoma City, he went to elementary, junior high, and high school with his wife, Carly but it wasn’t until he crossed paths with her years later that they began dating and eventually married. Following high school, he enlisted in the US Navy where he was a rescue swimmer stationed at Helicopter combat Support Squadron Five in Guam.
Active in the community, he is a member of CREC, OSIDA, the Greater OKC Chamber, ULI, and Metisse.
Matt’s favorite thing to do is spend time with his family. He’s a big fan of exercise and loves the outdoors as well as Oklahoma State wrestling and cheering on the Thunder.
Rotarian sponsors Dawn Byram, Kristin Kilgore, and Brad Willis
Paige Ross is Director of Process Improvement and Data Integrity with Oklahoma Natural Gas.
Growing up close to the Oklahoma-Kansas border, she cheered on OU and K-State so undergrad took her to K-State where she earned her bachelor’s degree before attending The University of Oklahoma where she earned her MBA and stayed to work for ONG in Oklahoma City.
Paige is a graduate of Leadership Oklahoma City Class 41, board member for Oklahoma Zoological Society and Empower OK, sustaining member with Junior League of Oklahoma City and has served countless other organizations such as Neighborhood Services Organization and OKIE811.
Paige loves to travel, read, and bake as well as supporting her children at their various activities and watching them grow.
Rotarian sponsors Jill Farrand, Josh Dougherty, and Sheena Hollander
Major Paul Ryerson is area commander for Salvation Army Central Oklahoma.
Paul grew up in the Permian Basin in Big Spring, Texas and is the third generation in his family to be with The Salvation Army and the first to be a commissioned officer. He earned a Bachelor of Arts from The Salvation Army School for Officer’s Training and a Bachelor’s in Practical Christian Ministry from Trevecca Nazarene University.
His commitment to The Salvation Army has taken him across the south where he has been stationed in El Paso, Dallas, and the Bryan/College Station areas in Texas, and Gwinnett County, the largest county in the State of Georgia. Ryan comes to us as a transferring Rotarian from Gwinnet County Rotary and he is also a Paul Harris Fellow.
In his free time, Paul coaches youth baseball. His family has a goal to visit every MLB stadium by the time his son graduates from high school. He and his wife Analese have two children, Josh, who loves baseball, and Eleanor, who tolerates baseball and plays soccer.
Rotarian sponsors Robert Sullivan, Tom Phillips, and Wes Milbourn
Shannon Gilbert is President & CEO of Oklahoma Arts Institute.
Born and raised on Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, she attended Bucknell University in Pennsylvania where she earned her Bachelor of Music. While she focused on piano and voice in college, she was also trained in ballet, modern dance, and violin throughout childhood.
Shannon met her husband while working at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and their family moved to Oklahoma City in 2022 to be closer to his family. She spent her final two years at the Kennedy Center working remotely in OKC and traveling to D.C. quarterly.
One of Shannon’s favorite jobs was working for PBS Wisconsin when she produced and directed television broadcasts featuring young performers and won an Emmy Award. Most of all, she loves being a mom to her beautiful daughter, Arden, who is three years old and spending time with her husband and family at their home in Lincoln Terrace.
Rotarian sponsors Emily Stratton, Trent Riley, and Chip Oppenheim
Alan Norton is Owner & Manager of Norton Investments.
Born and raised in Oklahoma City, Alan is a 4th generation Oklahoman. A U.S. Navy Veteran, he now focuses on acquiring and managing residential assets with a keen interest in the emerging senior housing market.
Alan comes to us as a transferring Rotarian from Bricktown Rotary and is a past president for both Bricktown Rotary and OKC Midtown Rotary. In addition to his commitment to “Service Above Self”, he is the Ward 1 Commissioner for Traffic & Transportation Commission, and Chair for the Citizen’s Committee for Community Development.
Beyond real estate, Alan is a proud father of 6 and grandfather of 6… and counting! His spare time is dedicated to family, serving his community through volunteering, exercise and travel.
Rotarian sponsors Jeanean Jones, Jim Daniel, and Michael Thomas
Lisa Schade is Chief Executive Officer of Trinity School.
She grew up in Tulsa and Broken Arrow and later moved to the Oklahoma City area to attend the University of Oklahoma where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and a Master of Human Relations.
Lisa loves the vibrancy of Oklahoma City – the people, the culture, and the strong sense of community. She’s had the opportunity to travel the world but has never left Oklahoma because her heart and her desire to serve has always been here. Outside of work, she is a member of Impact Oklahoma and president of the NHS Cheer Booster Club where her daughter is a Junior.
Lisa’s hobbies include hosting dinner parties with friends, traveling (especially to the beach), and gardening. In fact, she’s a certified Master Gardener. In her words, “family and community are central to who she is and she enjoys investing her time and energy in projects and organizations that bring people together and create lasting impact.”
Rotarian sponsors Aaron Collins, Mark Beffort, and Erin Engelke
Zack Conroy is a Broker with Banta Realty Group.
Raised by his grandparents on Fox Island in Washington State, he moved to Montana to attend Montana State University where he earned his bachelor’s in environmental studies. He also played for, and coached, the Montana State baseball team. During his last year in Montana, he met his wife, Grace. They kept in touch, dated long distance, and in 2020, he made the move to Oklahoma to be closer to her and her family.
In addition to his profession, Zack is active with the Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce and the Commercial Real Estate Council of Oklahoma City.
For several years, he spent three months each year as a commercial fisherman in Alaska gillnetting throughout Bristol Bay catching thousands of pounds of sockeye salmon so you might say he loves the outdoors. He’s an avid snow skier, enjoys following equity markets, tinkering, and spending time at his lake house with Grace.
Rotarian sponsors Tom Roe, Clarke Farmer, and Jim Clark
Drew Noecker
He grew up in Grosse Pointe, Michigan before attending Cornell University where he earned his bachelor’s degree in business before earning his MBA from University of Texas-McCombs. He and his wife relocated to Oklahoma City 8 years ago for her position as a doctor.
Drew is faithful to his alma maters and is active with the Texas Exes and the Cornell Alumni Association, as well as being a member of ULI.
Drew enjoys spending time with his two young children, traveling internationally with his family which includes Costa Rica and Ghana in the next 6 months, Detroit Lions football, and supporting Heritage Hall. He and his wife, Oksana, also enjoy deep sea fishing.
Rotarian sponsors Kathy Williams, John Michael Williams, and Paige Shepherd
Sharon Varnum is Owner and Mental Health Counselor of her own practice.
Born in Brownwood, Texas and raised in Fort Worth, she moved to Shawnee to attend Oklahoma Baptist University where she earned her Bachelor of Music Education in vocal performance. She also happened to meet her husband, Rob there. Graduate school took them to Washington DC where she went on to earn a master’s from University of Maryland and a Master of Social Work from National Catholic University. They returned to Oklahoma with their three sons to manage his family ranch outside of Seminole.
She is incredibly active in the community and is involved in the Ladies Music Club of OKC, the Oklahoma Art League, Oklahoma City Bar Auxiliary, Oklahoma Hospitality Club, Sister Cities, former board member for Oklahoma City Orchestra League, and former board member for Mental Health Association of OKC to name just a few.
Sharon loves music, the arts, dance, and traveling with her husband and family. As a family, they support nonprofit groups that work to address the needs of the unhoused and food insecure as well as criminal justice endeavors. While much of their early life in OKC was centered around careers and their children, they now spend much of their time traveling and enjoying the many enriching arts, culture, and nonprofit activities in the city.
Rotarian sponsors Jane Jenkins, Lou Kohlman, Karen Wicker, and Terri Watkins
1-20-2026
Melanie Shelley is Dean of the Ann Lacy School of Dance and Entertainment at Oklahoma City University.
Most of her childhood was spent in Lincoln, Nebraska and she loved gymnastics and dance. When it was time to go to college, she discovered Oklahoma City University in the Dance Magazine College Guide and its program that was only in its second year. Auditioning and being accepted to the program changed her life and now Oklahoma City is home. Melanie earned both her Bachelor of Performing Arts in Dance and her Master of Liberal Arts at Oklahoma City University.
Melanie is passionate about providing the best experiences for students and in addition to her administrative duties, she serves as the producer of the Star Dance Company productions, and teaches the freshman orientation course to connect with the students in their first semester.
When not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Jim, who is a cellist and glass artist. She loves going to his concerts and art shows. They also like to take their dog, Aero, with them on outdoor adventures.
Rotarian sponsors Lance McDaniel, Michael Baron, and Tom McDaniel
Dr. Michael Siatkowski is Professor and Chair of the University of Oklahoma Dean McGee Eye Institute.
Born in a rural area of western Pennsylvania, he earned his undergraduate degree from Penn State University. Medical school took him to Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. He completed his residency in ophthalmology in Pittsburgh followed by fellowships in pediatric and neuro-ophthalmology in Miami. Michael joined the faculty of the University of Miami before moved to OU and Dean Mcgee.
While a large part of his work is now administrative, he still sees patients, performs surgery, and teaches doctors in training. Michael also currently serves as board member for Dean McGee Eye Institute Foundation, board member for Bethany Children’s Hospital, member of Fortune Club, and board member of the Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology.
Michael and his wife enjoy traveling and have visited 6 continents. He is also an avid reader, especially of American history and mystery novels. Finally, for many years he has been a classical pianist and performs for fun as well as philanthropic events.
Rotarian sponsors Clayton Taylor, Jalal Farzaneh, and Ross Plourde
Chris Sorensen is Executive Director of RIVERSPORT Foundation.
Originally from Oklahoma City, Chris’s family moved to Broken Arrow when he was young. Following high school, he joined the ski industry and moved to Colorado. He earned his bachelor’s in international business and human resources from American Public University and his Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology.
Chris and his wife returned to Oklahoma to be close to family in February following a 20-year career managing ski resorts in Keystone and Breckenridge, Colorado and Afton Alps, Minnesota.
In addition to a professional career in outdoor sports and recreation, some of Chris’s favorite activities include hiking, biking, rowing, running, and snowboarding. He loves to spend time with his wife and dog and is stepparent to two adult boys who still live in Colorado. Chris and his wife also enjoy traveling whenever possible.
Rotarian sponsors Lance McDaniel, Jane Jenkins, and Whitney Cross
Ally Glavas is President of Candor PR and marketing firm.
Born and raised in our nation’s capital by David-Boren-staffers-turned-small-business-owners, her family boarded Sweet Chariot, a sailboat when she was 10 and they spent two years living as vagabonds! They settled in Florida when she entered the 8th grade. However, her newfound sense of adventure took her to a summer in Oxford, England, and she spent her senior year of high school as a foreign exchange student in Palermo, Italy. To keep things exciting, she next moved to Oklahoma, where she experienced the ultimate culture shock while going through sorority recruitment at the University of Oklahoma and ultimately earned her bachelor’s. Following a year in DC, she returned to Oklahoma City where she has called home since.
Ally is a 4th generation District 5750 Rotarian. Her great-grandfather, Lloyd Long served as District Governor, her grandfather, former state senator Ed Long had 50 years of perfect attendance, and she now joins her aunt, Donna Lawrence as a Club 29 Rotarian. In addition to carrying on her family’s Rotary legacy, she serves on the Executive Board of Maizon Dort Foundation, the board for Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma, PR Society of America Oklahoma City Chapter, and is a graduate of Leadership Class 42 and LOYAL Class 13.
Ally is recently married to Mark Zitzow, and they are expecting their first child, Zoe, this June!
Rotarian sponsors Aaron Collins, Melissa Pepper, and Brooke Haneborg
Amy Janes is Executive Director of deadCenter Film and Founder of Filmmakers Ranch.
Born in Tennessee, she has a bachelors in Film Studies from the University of Colorado, and an MFA from the prestigious Producers Program at UCLA. She never imagined her life would lead her to Oklahoma City. For years she and her family lived in Los Angeles, fully immersed in the film industry. On a simple trip to see friends on their family farm outside Oklahoma City, something felt different. As she said, “the land was open and inviting, the people were warm, and the pace felt natural.” By the second day her family sat down and everyone said the same thing – “This feels like home.” Three months later they packed up their life in Los Angeles and moved to Oklahoma City.
In addition to a career nurturing film in Oklahoma, Amy serves on the board of Riversport Foundation and the Economic Development Committee in Spencer.
She has always been someone who chases both creativity and connection, so Amy’s hobbies and passions naturally blend the two. Storytelling is at the heart of everything she does so even in her free time, she is drawn to films, books, and conversations that explore consciousness, the afterlife, and the invisible threads that connect us. Amy is also deeply committed to mentorship and education whether through the statewide education programs at deadCenter, workshops for students, or one-on-one guidance.
Amy’s family is at the center of her universe. Her daughter is a Presidential Scholar in the film program at USC, and her son will graduate this year from Bishop McGuinness before heading to England to study law and play volleyball. She and her husband, Richard, have collaborated in business and life for over 20 years. Since moving to Oklahoma, they opened the state’s first full-service film studio, FilmmakersRanch.com and trained over 600 students to work “below-the-line” in the OK film industry through our company FilmCrewInstitute.com.
Rotarian sponsors Lance McDaniel, Ford Austin, and Whitney Cross
Dr. Suzanne Reynolds is a community volunteer and leader.
A lifelong Oklahoman, pharmacist, educator, and dedicated community leader, she is a proud graduate of Heritage Hall High School, and the University of Oklahoma where she earned a bachelors in Zoology, a bachelors in Pharmacy, and a Doctor of Pharmacy. She completed her Primary Care Residency at the OU Health Sciences Center, holds an Oklahoma Pharmacy License, and is a Certified Disease State Manager in Anticoagulation. During her tenure at OU, she met and married her husband, Dr. Robert Reynolds, who is a private practice Hematology Oncology physician in Oklahoma City and together they have three children, Caden, Ryan and Annalise.
For over 25 years, Suzanne has advanced patient care and pharmacy practice as well as fulfilling her passion for service, education, and civic engagement. Appointed by Governor Kevin Stitt, she currently serves on the Board of Regents for the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, and previously served on the Oklahoma State Board of Education and the Oklahoma State Board of Career and Technology Education.
Suzanne served as an Oklahoma Delegate to the 2024 Republican National Convention and holds multiple delegate roles at the state and county levels. She is a Centennial member of the Oklahoma City Republican Women’s Club and serves on the Oklahoma Conservative Political Action Committee Foundation Board.
Suzanne has also held prominent leadership roles across Oklahoma City’s cultural and civic landscape including Oklahoma City Ballet Board of Trustees, the OKC Philharmonic/Orchestra League, and Susan G. Komen Pink Tie Ball Honorary Chair to name just a few.
A mother and volunteer at Casady School and Westminster School, Suzanne is an avid OU football fan, traveler, and reader of historical and science fiction. She is excited about membership in Club 29 to collaborate with fellow leaders in advancing education, health, and community impact—values she has championed throughout her career and volunteer service.
Rotarian sponsors Chip Oppenheim, Reed Downey, and Whitney Cross
3-24-26
Michelle Furrer is the President & CEO of Park Management Company, the organization serving day-to-day operations of Scissortail Park and Myriad Gardens.
Michelle has spent most of her life in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota and earned her bachelor’s degree at Minnesota State University. This past March, she made the move to Oklahoma City for her current role following her leadership as the Director of the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in Saint Paul.
Michelle serves on the Scholarship Committee with the American Public Garden Association and the Honors & Awards Committee for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Her previous service incudes multiple committees, along with the Twin Cities and Attraction Association.
To no one’s surprise, Michelle loves to be out in nature, whether walking through a park or being on an overnight camping trip. This passion was instilled at a young age growing up on a small hobby farm with many animals and outdoor activities. When away from work, she enjoys spending time with family and traveling to see the world!
Rotarian sponsors Brooke Haneborg, Andy Rine and Trent Riley
Rachel Holt is President and CEO of United Way of Central Oklahoma.
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she earned her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from George Washington University. She moved to Oklahoma City in 2004 with her new husband, David, who is an OKC native. She then went on to earn her J.D. from the University of Oklahoma College of Law.
Rachel is a member of the Oklahoma Bar Association, a Key to Home Board Member, current member of Leadership Oklahoma City Class 43, member of Stagen Integral Leadership Program, and a former member of Junior League of OKC.
She is a self-described diehard fan of the Philadelphia Eagles and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Rachel loves to cook, listens to a lot of fiction audiobooks, and spends most of her free time attending her kids’ sporting events.
Rotarian sponsors Kathy Williams, Robert Clements, and John Michael Williams
Brad Steele is the Chief Operating Officer of BOK Financial.
A native of Oklahoma City, he completed his bachelor’s degree at Oklahoma State University and later earned an MBA from the University of Oklahoma. His professional career in financial services began in Oklahoma City in 2002. Minus a brief period working in the DFW area, he returned to Oklahoma City permanently in 2016.
Brad is also a current member of Leadership Oklahoma City Class 43, as well as the Board Secretary for Lyric Theatre, Board member for Cleats for Kids, and a member of the Economic Club of Oklahoma.
Beyond his professional and civic life, Brad and his wife, Angela, stay very busy supporting their kids in their activities. They have 3 kids: a freshman at Oklahoma State, majoring in Math/Pre-med, a freshman at Heritage Hall who is very active in the Oklahoma City musical theatre scene, and a Heritage Hall sixth grader who spends his time focused on OEFC soccer and is also catching the musical theatre bug.
Rotarian sponsors Lance McDaniel, Ellen Fleming, and Farooq Karim
June Zhao is a tenure-track Assistant Professor at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and a health economics policy researcher.
Born in China, she spent most of her life studying, living, and working in Canada and the U.S. and moved to Oklahoma in 2020. She earned her bachelor’s degree from McMaster University, a Master of Public Health from Harvard University, a Ph.D. in Health Policy from McMaster University, and a Ph.D. in Mathematical Behavioral Sciences from the University of California-Irvine.
June is very active in professional and academic organizations including AcademyHealth, the American College of Legal Medicine, the American Public Health Association, the American Schools and Programs of Public Health, the American Society of Health Economists, the International Health Economics Association, and several Harvard alumni associations including the Harvard Club of Oklahoma City.
Some of June’s passions outside of her professional endeavors include improv theatre, poetry, tennis, East & West philosophy, and spiritual travel. Her philanthropic efforts most commonly see her supporting homeless patients, children with leukemia, and professional women balancing career and life.
Rotarian sponsors Bob Anthony, Chuck Wiggin, Terri Cooper, and John Kennedy
4-7-2026
Mark McBride is owner and operator of McBride homes.
A fifth generation Oklahoman, the McBride family has called Moore home since the 1940’s. Mark graduated from Moore High School where he was active in Future Farmers of America. He attended Northwestern Oklahoma State University before going into farming and ranching operations that he managed for several years.
Many of you will know Mark from his service representing District 53 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives from 2012 through 2024. His years of service had him focused on crucial issues such as workers’ compensation reform, energy, education, and oversight of the state capitol restoration. Mark served on numerous boards nationwide and as Chairman of Education Appropriations and he finished his term in the house as Assistant Majority Floor Leader of the 59th Legislature.
Mark is also the founder of 1000 Hills Mission that provided agriculture and veterinary assistance in developing countries around the world. A devoted father and grandfather, he has five children and six grandchildren. In 2014 he married his beautiful wife, Jennifer, and welcomed her two sons and daughter into his family.
Rotarian sponsors Clayton Taylor, Pat Hall, and Farooq Karim
Isabel Rambob is Assistant Dean for Student Affairs at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry.
Born and raised in Brazil, she completed her initial dental training at the State University of Feira de Santana in Brazil. Advanced education brought her to the U.S. where she completed a postgraduate program in advanced education in comprehensive dentistry at New York University College of Dentistry and completed a residency in advanced education in general dentistry at Howard University College of Dentistry.
Isabel is active in professional organizations including the immediate past president of the American Association of Women Dentists, trustee of the International College of Dentists USA Section Foundation, and board members for Oklahoma County Dental Society and Smiles for Success Foundation.
Isabel enjoys professional speaking, mentoring students, and leadership development. When not focused on enhancing the field of dentistry and our collective smiles, she loves reading, traveling, community engagement, and hosting gatherings that bring people together. She is especially passionate about building meaningful personal and professional connections.
Rotarian sponsors Emily Stratton, Randy Weber, and Bill Bozalis
Allyson Barnes is the sole proprietor of BAR Therapies, a physical therapy practice specializing in autoimmune and connective tissue disorders.
Raised in Tampa, Florida, she considers New Orleans home. Her mother was the first in their family to leave New Orleans since the early 1800s. Much of Allyson’s adult life was spent there as she earned her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Louisiana State University-Honors College and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from LSU Health New Orleans. She and her husband relocated to Oklahoma City for a professional opportunity and to join close friends in 2022.
Allyson comes to us with a long Rotary history having served as president of the Interact Club of King High School, philanthropy chair for the Rotaract Club of LSU, Founder and president of the Rotaract Club of LSU Health Sciences, Founder and Executive Director of the Ascension Rotaract Network and also a past Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Mid-City New Orleans. She is currently a member of the Greater OKC Chamber of Commerce.
One of Allyson’s favorite hobbies is pottery and has her own wheel at home. She also loves exploring culinary cuisine and especially enjoys experiencing fusion dishes from different cultures. Most of her free time is spent with her husband and toddler who love going to the zoo. Finally, as proud LSU alumni, you can usually find them cheering on their Tigers.
Rotarian sponsors Alex Kaiser, Jake Yunker, and Jessica Smith
Reagan Hamlin is the Executive Director of Free to Live Animal Sanctuary.
She grew up as the child of teachers in Oklahoma. She was fortunate to earn a softball scholarship which set her on her path of earning her bachelor’s degree at Southeast Missouri State. Eventually, she returned to Oklahoma to earn her master’s degree at Oklahoma State University and landed her first job in Oklahoma City while completing her thesis research.
In addition to her professional life of service, she serves on the board of the Oklahoma Animal Coalition, Pambe Ghana Board, Edmond Mobile Meals, and is a graduate of of OKConnect Class 9.
Reagan is passionate about protecting and conserving our natural spaces and helping people learn to live alongside the animals who share our world. She loves any vacation that allows her to bring her animals along, and they regularly escape in their RV to take a break from the hustle and bustle. Her favorite destinations are the ones where she can see the most stars in the sky. Reagan is also a collector of musical instruments she still cannot play, and she spends an embarrassing amount of time daydreaming about visiting every MLB stadium.
Rotarian sponsors Dawn Byram, Brooke Haneborg, and Anne Holzberlein
Dr. Senthil Raju is a physician with Spectrum Healthcare Solutions.
Born in India, Senthil earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and completed post-graduation study in internal medicine at Kilpauk Medical College in Chennai, India. He arrived in America shortly after with just $100 to begin his career. Before moving to Oklahoma in 2008, he practiced medicine in Brooklyn, New York, Detroit, Michigan, and Port Huron, Michigan.
Senthil is active across our community and is in the current class of Leadership Oklahoma City, Class 43. He is a graduate of Leadership Oklahoma Class 36, served as the Saints Ball Co-Chair this past year, and is an active volunteer with SSM Health St. Anthony Foundation, Hearts for Hearing, Childrens Health Foundation, YWCA of Oklahoma City, the OIKPA Gala Foundation, and Susan G. Komen.
When not working or spending time with his family, Senthil’s favorite hobbies include politics and serving as a DJ… I think we’re all curious to learn what his DJ name is.
Rotarian sponsors Chaunté Gilmore, David Walters, and Seth Paxton
Rachel Smith- Streck is partner and director of strategy at TAP Architecture.
Born in Muskogee, Rachel’s family moved quite a bit for her dad’s work across small towns in Oklahoma and a stretch in Como, Texas while her dad finished his schooling. After high school, she moved to Oklahoma City where she earned her bachelor’s in mass communications from Oklahoma City University. What started as a college move turned into calling this community home.
Rachel is a member of Urban Land Institute, Oklahoma City Foundation for Architecture, Associated General Contractors of Oklahoma, Greater OKC Chamber, and Shawnee Forward Member. She also serves on the board of South Oklahoma City Chamber, the Capitol-Medical Center Improvement and Zoning Commission Citizens’ Advisory Committee, and the Capitol-Medical Center Historical Preservation and Landmark Board of Review.
Rachel has been slowly restoring her and her husband’s 1928 Tudor near the Capitol and is always out exploring with their rescue pup, Perry. They love experiencing the city with friends, trying new local restaurants, and attending events such as deadCenter each year. When they’re not in the city, they’re usually heading to her husband’s family farm in northwest Oklahoma or escaping to her family cabin near the Spanish Peaks.
Rotarian sponsors Dawn Bryam, Anthony McDermid and Aaron Collins
Dr. Scott Peterson is Pastor of Facility and Stewardship at St. Luke’s Methodist Church.
Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, he earned his bachelor’s degree at Southern Nazarene University with a degree in history, a Masters in Theology from Trevecca Nazarene University, and his Doctorate in Leadership from Indiana Wesleyan University. He served in the pastorate for more than 20 years in Houston, Portland, Oregon, Nashville, Kansas City, Kansas and San Diego and 10 years in Higher Education at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. He returned to Oklahoma City upon completion of his doctoral degree.
Scott has served in many roles including as a board member for the ONE Foundation, on the leadership team of Board Serve, a mentor for a 2nd grade boy, and currently serves as a board member and treasurer for the 8th Street Foundation.
Some of Scott’s favorite activities include reading and CrossFit. He is a Stage 3 cancer and major stroke survivor and recently authored a book medical events about resiliency entitled, “Choose Your Best.”
Rotarian sponsors Jim David, David Battles, and Clayton Taylor