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November
| Vol.
No.3 11
March Vol.
1514,
, No.
A Letter from Our President
Dana Nichols
EWI of Tulsa
The Tulsa Chapter of EWI has quite a
head of steam going. Membership is up
and still growing, and our chapter
meetings and programs are experiencing
new Tulsa area venues with very
interesting speakers. Our Reading
Rally/Corporate Literacy committee is
doing great with an ambitious project tied
with LCAM 2015. Students are preparing
their scholarship applications and you can
Like Us on Facebook.
The Fundraising committee is focused, preparing to meet the
needs of the chapter this year and has its sights set on 20152016. The ladies of SAA, Hospitality and Orientation are
welcoming the new faces and guiding them toward committees
and their new-found friends, which leads to fresh ideas and even
more momentum.
And in the engine room is the core membership of the Tulsa
chapter. Past Presidents, Advisors, Trustees and
Representatives continue to guide the chapter along a strong
and steady path to success. I look forward to seeing and
honoring all of you at the March 12, 2015, meeting when we
celebrate 59 years as a chapter of Executive Women
International.
2014-2015 Officers & Directors
President
Dana Nichols, Cimarex Energy Co.
dnichols@cimarex.com, 918-295-1708
Vice President/President-Elect
Felicia Senter, Tulsa Tech
felicia.senter@tulsatech.edu, 918-828-5007
Secretary
Donna Andrest, DoubleTree by Hilton Tulsa Downtown
donna.andrest1@hilton.com, 918-732-3617
Treasurer
Kristy Miller, Blueknight Energy Partners
kmiller@bkep.com, 918-237-4024
Sergeant-at-Arms
Leslie Lynn, Cimarex Energy Co.
llynn@cimarex.com, 918-560-7178
B/C/DP
Amanda Colquitt, T.D. Williamson, Inc.
Amanda.colquitt@tdwilliamson.com, 918-447-5303
Membership
Reta Hallam, Manhattan Construction Company
rhallam@manhattanconstruction.com, 918-878-3382
Programs
Tonya Solomon, Allegra Print & Imaging
tsolomon@allegratulsa.com, 918-747-3700
Communication
Angie Walters, Schnake Turnbo Frank
awalters@stfpr.com, 918-582-9151
Fundraising
Trish Richey, Key Personnel, Inc.
trichey@keyjobs.com, 918-699-8537
Advisors
Kim Bowman, T.D. Williamson, Inc.
kim.bowman@tdwilliamson.com, 918-447-5044
Jody Davis, Accent Moving & Storage
jodydavis@accentmoving.com, 918-251-5594
Linda Safley, Direct Energy Inc.
linda.safley@directenergy.com, 918-493-9508
Letter from the President p. 1 • Survey Results p. 2 • March Meeting Announcement p. 3 • New Member Spotlight p. 4 •
Board Reports p. 5-6 • Member Firm Spotlights p.7-8 • Tech Tip p. 9 • February Meeting Highlights p. 9-12 • LCAM 2015
Announcement p. 14
Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
February Meeting: Firm Night
Manhattan Construction
Here’s What Our Members Had to Say…
“Food was excellent and Bob Jack was very entertaining. It was very interesting to hear about
the history of Manhattan and the projects they have completed over the years.”
“This was a great venue. The space was large enough to accommodate everyone without
feeling crowded, and the acoustics were very good. Meal was very good as well.”
“Not quite what I had expected from this restaurant. Food quality not as good
as individual dining, disappointed in the frozen vegetable medley.
The waiter snapped at us when we asked for coffee at the table.”
“The venue, food and speaker were all excellent! Unfortunately, I had to leave before the
speaker completed his presentation, however, his topic, involvement with audience and
delivery of message appeared to be well received by all who attended the meeting.”
Thank you Note from Linda Wingo
My dear friends of EWI, thank you for your prayers and support. We have been overwhelmed
by the outpouring of concern. We appreciate the plant and hope you know how much it means
to our family.
Linda Wingo
Heather Rettedal, Arvest Bank, and Lisa Stansill,
United States Beef Corp. (ARBY’s)
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Be an intentional influence!
For more information on EWI, check out the Corporate Website: ewiconnect.com or EWI of Tulsa Website: ewitulsa.org
Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
March Meeting
EWI of Tulsa 59th Anniversary Celebration
March 12, 2015
5:30 pm - Check In
6:00 pm - Meeting Begins
Just say yes and indulge yourself in a presentation hosted by
Admiral Express and Topeca Coffee where you will learn the
secrets of brewing, picking coffee beans, and the wonderful flavors
of coffee. Times have changed and this is not the cup of Joe your
grandmother served!
Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center
6808 S. 107th East Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74133
Dress
Business Casual
Cost
$40 Members and Guests
$30 Sustaining Members
RSVP by Noon on Friday, March 6, to Leslie Lynn via email
llynn@cimarex.com
Make checks payable to “EWI of Tulsa.”
Mail to:
Kristy Miller
BlueKnight Energy Partners
6060 American Plaza Suite 601
Tulsa, OK 74135
Heather Rettedal, Arvest Bank, and Lisa Stansill,
United States Beef Corp. (ARBY’s)
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Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
New Member Spotlight
Meet Candace Fields
What does your company do and what is your function
within the company?
Party Pro Rents is the premier tent, full-service event rental
and production company dedicated to providing a superior
rental experience. I am the Marketing Manager. I am
responsible for creating and maintaining a continuous
professional representation of our company; including, but not
limited to social media, marketing campaigns, or
business/client relationships.
How did you get into this business?
All my life I have been the “go to” person for events. While
attending Texas Woman’s University, I had the privilege of
planning events on a much larger scale for numerous
university departments and organizations. It was during the
planning of my own wedding that I found Party Pro Rents.
After visiting the showroom, I decided to enter the planning
industry full-time and took my creative talents to Party Pro
Rents as an employee.
Tell us something interesting about yourself that a lot of
people don’t know, a little known fact or
accomplishment, past or present.
Although my vocal talent is less than ideal, I love doing
karaoke. This is my official challenge to anyone willing to do a
sing-off.
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For more information on EWI, check out the Corporate Website: ewiconnect.com or EWI of Tulsa Website: ewitulsa.org
Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
Courtesy Report
Susan Layman
March Birthdays
Representatives
March 25
Chris Hiatt
Dewberry
March 27
Johnnye Potter
Sustaining
March 2
Cary Evert
Hilti, Inc.
March 6
Bruce Sneller
Doubletree by Hilton Tulsa Downtown
March 11
Eugene Hodel
Hilti, Inc.
March 15
Alex Stallings
Blueknight Energy Partners
March 15
David Stratton
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
March 16
Dr. Joseph Moore
Moore Funeral Homes
March 26
Dick Williamson
T.D. Williamson, Inc.
Executives
Firm Anniversaries
March 1956
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
March 1956
Mrs. DeHaven’s Flower Shop
March 1958
ONEOK, Inc.
March 1993
Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance
March 1996
Allegra Print & Imaging
March 2008
Oklahoma Mailing Equipment
March 2011
United States Beef Corp. (Arby’s)
March 2012
Blueknight Energy Partners
March 2012
Social Security Law Center LLC
March 2013
Direct Energy
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Be an intentional influence!
For more information on EWI, check out the Corporate Website: ewiconnect.com or EWI of Tulsa Website: ewitulsa.org
Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
Membership Report
Reta Hallam
New 1st Representatives
Kim Nave, SemGroup Corporation
Jamie Mathews, Barber & Bartz
Firms without Representatives/Executives
Mrs. DeHaven’s Flower Shop
New Member Firms
SemGroup Corporation
Barber & Bartz
New Sustaining Representative
Mary Morrow, Zarrow Family Office, LLC
Firm Resignations
Merry Maids
Omni Air International
Pacer Energy Marketing
Zarrow Family Office
New Executives
Carlin Conner, SemGroup Corporation
Robert Bartz, Barber & Bartz
New 2nd Representative
Monte Faires, SemGroup Corporation
Recommended for Posting
1. Tulsa Public Schools
Executive: TBD
Representative: Rue Ramsey, Program
Specialist
2. Social Media Strategist
Executive: Cindy Morrison
Representative: Same
3. York Electronic Systems, Inc.
Executive: Jennifer Jezek, CEO
Representative: Same
4. Eastern Oklahoma Orthopedic Center
Executive: TBD
Representative: Natalie Burgess
5. Golden Eagle Federal Credit
Executive: TBD
Representative: TBD
6. YWCA (Past Member)
Executive: TBD
Representative: TBD
7. TRC Disaster Solutions
Executive: TBD
Representative: Tammy Paton
8. Jim Glover Chevrolet
Executive: TBD
Representative: TBD
9. Sapulpa Chamber
Executive: Suzanne Shirley
Representative: TBD
10. Individual Member,
Karla Brown (Former Member)
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Be an intentional influence!
For more information on EWI, check out the Corporate Website: ewiconnect.com or EWI of Tulsa Website: ewitulsa.org
Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
Member Firm Spotlight
U.S. Beef Corporation
United States Beef Corporation is a family owned and operated business that opened its
first Arby’s franchise restaurant in 1969 at 42nd & Peoria in Tulsa. It is now Arby’s largest
franchisee and one of the top ten franchise organizations in the world, operating more
than 320 restaurants. Today, U.S. Beef serves Arby’s famous slow-roasted beef
sandwiches and unique menu items to hungry guests in eight contiguous Midwest and
Western states, including Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, Illinois, Colorado,
Wyoming, and Idaho. U.S. Beef also owns and operates six Taco Bueno franchise
restaurants in Northwest Arkansas. Between now and 2020, U.S. Beef is embarking on
an aggressive market development plan, including the construction of 65 new Arby’s
restaurants – of which 35 are going up in the Denver market alone. Our strategy has
been clear from the beginning -- to create economy in the communities we serve and
opportunity for our employees to grow, while delighting our guests with a “Happy to Help”
attitude and delicious deli-inspired sandwiches. U.S. Beef has been a member of EWI
since 1997.
Our Mission
EWI brings together key individuals from diverse businesses for the purpose of:
• Promoting member firms,
• Enhancing personal and professional development, and
• Encouraging community involvement.
Our Vision
To be a professional organization that creates value for its member firms
and their representatives through career development,
business connectivity, and involvement in local communities.
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For more information on EWI, check out the Corporate Website: ewiconnect.com or EWI of Tulsa Website: ewitulsa.org
Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
Dates to Note in March
Member Firm Spotlight
Mid-America Land, Grain & Cattle Co.
Membership Committee Meeting
March 10, 2015
11:30am
Manhattan Construction Company
5601 S. 122nd E. Ave.
Contact: Reta Hallam
EWI of Tulsa Chapter Meeting
March 12, 2015
5:30pm
Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center
6808 S 107th East Ave
Tulsa, OK 74133
Reading Rally/ Corporate Literacy
March 13, 2015
12:00 pm
Conference Call
Alzheimer’s Association
2448 East 1st St., Suite #3000
Contact: Debbie Ash
Fundraising Committee
March 17, 2015
11:30 am
Key Personnel
9717 E. 42nd Street, Suite 200
Contact: Trish Richey
Chapter Board Meeting
March 19, 2015
11:30 am
Cimarex Energy Co.
202 S. Cheyenne, 15th Floor
Contact: Dana Nichols
Mid-America Land, Grain & Cattle Co. Inc.
is a working ranch that started in 1978. It is
located between Miami, Oklahoma, and
Chetopa, Kansas, with headquarters in
Tulsa.
The ranch has grown to more than 7,000
acres which includes 3,700 acres of
improved property and the largest pecan
operation in the state. The ranch has more
than 1,000 registered cattle. On the
property, there is a graveyard with
headstones older than the Civil War and
legend says there was a major Indian battle
near the barn on Squaw Creek.
An interesting fact, one of the original
surveyor’s stones still marks the state line,
which runs through the property.
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For more information on EWI, check out the Corporate Website: ewiconnect.com or EWI of Tulsa Website: ewitulsa.org
Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
February Meeting – Firm Night
Speaker & Executive Bob Jack,
Manhattan Construction Company
Guest Donna DeSimone and
Tonya Jimenez, Renaissance Tulsa
Hotel and Convention Center
New Member Jamie Mathews, Barber & Bartz, Marnie Knight; Admiral Office Supply;
Janis Cohlmia, Tropical Plant Design
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Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
Sustaining Members
Johnnye Potter,
Lou Winsworth,
Betty Oswald, and
Mary Morrow
Guest Joanne Lucas and
Reta Hallam, Manhattan
Construction Company
New Members:
Gayle Dicus, Rib Crib,
Candace Fields, Party Pro Rents,
Lynne Moore, Moore Funeral Homes,
Jamie Mathews, Barber & Bartz,
Kim Nave & Monte Faires, SemGroup
Corporation, and President Dana
Nichols, Cimarex Energy
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Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
Susan Miller, Warren
Professional Building Corp,
Chris Hiatt, Dewberry, and
Guest Pam Taylor
Felicia Senter, Tulsa Tech,
Alandra Baggett, Sustaining,
and Margaret Harrison, Tulsa
Community College
Brittany Jones, EWI Corporate
Office, Dana Nichols, Cimarex
Energy, and Wendy Cowley, EWI
Corporate Office
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Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
Guest Janna Eremita,
Trish Richey, Key Personnel,
Krystal Crockett, Bixby
Chamber, Wendy Cowley, EWI
Corporate Office
Sustaining Members Pat Desormeau, Johnnye Potter,
Lou Winsworth, and Jody Davis, Accent Moving &
Storage/Mayflower
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Tulsa Chapter March 2015 Newsletter
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Be an intentional influence!
For more information on EWI, check out the Corporate Website: ewiconnect.com or EWI of Tulsa Website: ewitulsa.org