Oklahoma Community Leaders
Hear and learn from the oral histories of community leaders throughout the state of Oklahoma and how their work affected the lives of their fellow citizens.
Learn From These Influential Oklahomans
Ann Bartlett
Former First Lady of OklahomaAnn served the state of Oklahoma alongside her husband, Dewey Bartlett.
Charlie Soap
Cherokee Nation Community Leader, Nonprofit DirectorA lifelong community leader for the Cherokee Nation and long-serving nonprofit director, Charlie Soap reflects on his life of service.
Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear
Principal Chief of the Osage NationChief Geoffrey Standing Bear, Principal Chief of the Osage Native American Nation, shares his experiences as chief, the history of the Osage Nation, the impact of The Reign of Terror, and his experiences during the filming -- and Cannes Film Festival debut -- of the movie Killers of the Flower Moon.
Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear - After the Cannes Film Festival
Principal Chief of the Osage NationOsage Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear shares his experiences and thoughts after attending the film premier of Killers of the Flower Moon at the Cannes Film Festival.
David Bernstein
Community LeaderA life dedicated to the service of those in need has made him a valued community leader.
Dean VanTrease
Tulsa Community CollegeOver three decades of leadership at Tulsa Community College brought access to public education and national recognition.
Dr. G. Calvin McCutchen
Mount Zion Baptist ChurchA leading voice for racial justice and pastor of Mount Zion Baptist Church for 50 years.
Drs. Joe & Carol Conner
Founders of the Fairfax Community FoundationDrs. Joe and Carol Conner discuss the background of the crimes committed against the Osage people during the Reign of Terror, how the present day community is dealing with these crimes, and how the murders changed Fairfax forever.
Gloria Dialectic
Gloria Dialectic – Social WorkerShe dedicated her career to helping society's most vulnerable citizens.
J. Blake Wade
Community Leader & PromoterOne of Oklahoma's biggest proponents of celebrating our great state's history and culture.
Jenny Brouse
Business Owner / Community LeaderFrom Russian to Tulsa. Jenny and her son, Brian, tell the family's immigration story.
Jim East
Journalist, Civil Servant, Community LeaderA legendary Tulsa journalist, Jim East lived a rich life of service and pursued many diverse interests, including serving as the Chief of Staff to former Mayor Susan Savage and enjoying a successful career in the car rental industry, all while championing the works of many nonprofits and community initiatives.
Jim Rodgers
Founder of Tulsa Spine and Specialty Hospital, Owner of Cain's BallroomA great surgeon, a good father, and a man whose indelible legacy includes revitalizing the legendary Cain's Ballroom and founding one of Oklahoma's most successful physician-owned hospitals.
Julius Pegues
First Black Varsity Basketball Player at Pittsburgh University, USAF Weather Forecaster, FAA Advisor, ActivistJulius Pegues was best known for his work to memorialize Tulsa’s 1921 Race Massacre and the history and culture of Black Tulsans through the John Hope Franklin Center for Reconciliation, with his efforts laying the groundwork for the Greenwood Rising History Center.
Lee Allan Smith
Community Leader & PromoterOklahoma's "Master of Ceremonies."
Loretta Young Jackson
Community LeaderLorettea holds many honors, but her greatest work lies in the discovery and restoration of the Verden Separate School.
Mollie Williford
Community Leader, Philanthropist, Education Advocate, VolunteerMollie Williford, wife of Williford Energy's Richard Williford, selflessly served Tulsa as a lifelong community leader, tireless volunteer, and fierce advocate for education.
Montie Box
Real Estate Developer, Civic Leader & PhilanthropistMontie Box, known as “Mr. Sand Springs,” was a real estate developer, civic leader, and philanthropist who served Sand Springs and its surrounding areas in many ways.
Nancy Feldman
Educator and Civic LeaderHer legacy will long be remembered in the city of Tulsa.
Nancy Sevenoaks
Daughter of James C. Leake, Sr., OK Television and Radio PioneerNancy Sevenoaks, daughter of Oklahoma broadcast television pioneer James C. Leake, tells the story of her father's incredible life and legacy.
Norma Eagleton
Public Official and LawyerA pioneering public official and true servant to her community and fellow citizens.
Paul Thornbrugh
Politician and BusinessmanKnown as "Mr. Republican," Paul was a businessman, patriot, public servant, politician, and -- most proudly -- a family man.
Ray Feldman
Community LeaderA lover of the law and human rights, anthropology, nature, and -- most of all -- his wife Nancy.
Rev. Dr. John B. Wolf
Unitarian MinisterAs a senior minister at All Souls Unitarian Church, he used his pulpit to promote civil rights for minorities, women, and children.
Sid Patterson
Up With TreesHis legacy lives on in Tulsa's buildings, in its road infrastructure, and in the "Up with Trees" program.
Steve Turnbo
Public Relations Executive, Chairman of Schnake Turnbo & FrankSteve Turnbo, a legendary public relations executive and tireless advocate for the city of Tulsa, shares the story of his life, his work, and how he wishes to be remembered as an honest PR man.
Tom Clark
President & CEO, TulsairTom's business skills and successes gave him the opportunity to make a lasting impact in Tulsa.
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