Jeff Dixon – Provision Concepts
“Zero -$100 Million” Jeff Dixon, co-founder and Chief Financial Officer of Provision Concepts, is the speaker on June 4th. Starting at zero in co-founder Aaron Soward’s garage, they are headed for a forward looking $25 million dollar company in 2020. Jeff will discuss what’s made him successful, what he’d do differently, and how he’s going […]
A D-Day 75th Anniversary Story
The story behind the C-47 transport aircraft manufactured in OK and used during D-Day in WW II. Commemoration of the 75th anniversary of D-Day (June 6) Dan Provo holds a Masters Degree in Anthropology and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Missouri – Columbia and is currently Director of the Oklahoma History Center and Museum […]
Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance
“Innovation and Advanced Technologies in Oklahoma’s Manufacturing Sector” Dave Rowland was named president and CEO of the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance in 2015 and directs the statewide economic development organization helping manufacturers become progressively more innovative, successful and profitable. Dave is a proven business leader with a 25-year track record of achievements in the manufacturing industry […]
Daniel Mercer – COOP Ale Works
Daniel Mercer is a Yukon native who has spent most of his life in Oklahoma City and its surrounds. He graduated from OCU, began his career in venture capital and made several transitions throughout two decades, including consulting, flying in the US Air Force, corporate finance and, most recently, beer. Mr. Mercer co-founded COOP Ale […]
Drones!
Jamey D. Jacob, Ph.D., P.E. Professor John Hendrix Chair and Director, Unmanned Systems Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Oklahoma State University “Drones!” Jamey D. Jacob is a professor of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering with funded research in aerospace applications from DARPA, AFOSR, SOCOM, NASA, NextGen Aeronautics, General Electric Aircraft Engines, Boeing, and others. Main research interests […]
District 5750 Governor
Jessica Sherrill is the General Counsel of Oklahoma City Public Schools. She attended the University of Oklahoma (Bachelors of Arts in psychology – 2004) then went on to Oklahoma City University School of Law (Juris Doctor – December 2006). She was sworn in as an attorney in April of 2007. Jessica is a proud second-generation Rotarian; […]
Langston University: Yesterday, Today, Forever
“Langston University: Yesterday, Today, Forever” Established in 1897, Langston University is the only historically black institution of higher education in the state of Oklahoma. A four-year, state-supported, land-grant, regional institution, it has an average enrollment of approximately 3,000 students on campuses located in Langston, Tulsa, and Oklahoma City. Dr. Kent J. Smith, Jr. began […]
Grand River Dam Authority
Dan Sullivan, a former state representative for Oklahoma House District 71, assumed the duties of GRDA Chief Executive Officer/Director in Dec. Sullivan was born in Tulsa and graduated from Wagoner High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Northeastern State University in 1985 and his Juris Doctorate from the University Of […]
PDG Bill Bowden
Jr. Rotarian Graduation Day! William P. Bowden was commissioned in the Air Force through ROTC, and served as a navigator and bombardier on B-52 bombers during the Vietnam War. He served in numerous staff and command positions, concluding his duty as the commanding general of Tinker Air Force Base. Gen. Bowden is a leading […]
Dr. Dwight Lawson – OKC Zoo
Dr. Dwight Lawson joined the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden in May 2014 as Executive Director/CEO. As the Executive Director, he plans, coordinates, and directs the day-to-day operations and long-term management of the Zoo, and ensures the Zoo’s continued development. Dwight came to Oklahoma City from Zoo Atlanta where he served as Director, Senior […]
Bama Pies – Paula Marshall
As Bama’s Chief Executive Officer, Paula Marshall provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – “People Helping People Be Successful”. Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama […]
Bob Ford – Serving My Country
“Serving My Country in the Vietnam War” Bob Ford was born August 4, 1944, in Shawnee, OK, graduated from the University of Oklahoma and the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) program there. Ford was a combat helicopter pilot in the Vietnam War from July 1967 – July 1968 with more than 1000 combat missions including […]