Oklahoma Community Leaders

Ann Bartlett

Ann served the state of Oklahoma alongside her husband, Dewey Bartlett.

Charlie Soap

A lifelong community leader for the Cherokee Nation and long-serving nonprofit director, Charlie Soap reflects on his life of service.

Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear

Chief 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

Osage 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

A life dedicated to the service of those in need has made him a valued community leader.

Dean VanTrease

Over three decades of leadership at Tulsa Community College brought access to public education and national recognition.

Dr. G. Calvin McCutchen

A leading voice for racial justice and pastor of Mount Zion Baptist Church for 50 years.

Drs. Joe & Carol Conner

Drs. 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

She dedicated her career to helping society's most vulnerable citizens.

J. Blake Wade

One of Oklahoma's biggest proponents of celebrating our great state's history and culture.

Jenny Brouse

From Russian to Tulsa. Jenny and her son, Brian, tell the family's immigration story.

Jim East

A 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

A 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.

John Brock

John Brock, a successful engineer, oil entrepreneur, education advocate, Korean War veteran, author, and Tulsa community leader, shares his wisdom and his fundamental rules for living a prosperous life.

Julius Pegues

Julius 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

Oklahoma's "Master of Ceremonies."

Loretta Young Jackson

Lorettea holds many honors, but her greatest work lies in the discovery and restoration of the Verden Separate School.

Mollie Williford

Mollie 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

Montie 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

Her legacy will long be remembered in the city of Tulsa.

Nancy Sevenoaks

Nancy Sevenoaks, daughter of Oklahoma broadcast television pioneer James C. Leake, tells the story of her father's incredible life and legacy.

Norma Eagleton

A pioneering public official and true servant to her community and fellow citizens.

Pat Woodrum

After serving as the executive director of the Tulsa City-County Library system for 32 years, Pat Woodrum helped found Tulsa’s Day Center for the Homeless, co-founded the Tulsa Botanic Garden, authored several cookbooks, and was the first woman in 100 years to sit on the lay board of Trinity Episcopal Parish.

Paul Thornbrugh

Known as "Mr. Republican," Paul was a businessman, patriot, public servant, politician, and -- most proudly -- a family man.

Ray Feldman

A lover of the law and human rights, anthropology, nature, and -- most of all -- his wife Nancy.

Rev. Dr. John B. Wolf

As a senior minister at All Souls Unitarian Church, he used his pulpit to promote civil rights for minorities, women, and children.

Roger Hardesty

Roger Hardesty rose from this rural Oklahoma half-dugout to become one of the nation's most prolific developers and entrepreneurs. Hear how he built his first homes, launched over 25 companies, and now gives back through the Hardesty Family Foundation.

Sid Patterson

His legacy lives on in Tulsa's buildings, in its road infrastructure, and in the "Up with Trees" program.

Steve Turnbo

Steve 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

Tom's business skills and successes gave him the opportunity to make a lasting impact in Tulsa.