What makes a company great? Some would say the company’s legacy and history, others the benefits and vacation time. Those with philanthropic leanings may look for volunteer opportunities or a focus on ethics. Social butterflies prefer a strong company culture, and go-getters want to work in a place where innovation is rewarded.

Bottom line: businesses have to truly take care of their employees to attract top talent. The following enterprises listed in Oklahoma Magazine’s 2023 Great Companies to Work For feature do just that and more.

By Mary Willa Allen & Tracy LeGrand

A Mission and a Ministry

For Bob Funk, Sr., co-founder, president and CEO of Express Employment Professionals, helping people find great jobs is both a personal mission and a spiritual ministry. 

 “I have always been blessed with a drive to help others,” says Funk. “In my formative years, I wanted desperately to be in the ministry. Some people are made to share the good news – on the other hand, there were different plans for me, and I stepped away from preaching.”

Now, he says, “I still feel I am ministering to those around me, just not from a pulpit. There are so many people who have come through the Express doors who want to work, to support their families and put food on the table. What more of a rewarding career can you have than helping people reach their goals, and allowing them to be valuable members of their community?”  

Funk founded Express in 1983, and it has grown to become the state’s largest staffing provider, with a current goal of putting 460,000 people to work annually by 2027. As to future growth and innovations, the president and his leadership team turned to employees for feedback, which led to the creation of a core group that refined the company’s vision.

“It was an exciting project that became a set of tools,” says Funk. “These tools included training sessions through our Learning and Development department, office tools that remind our team members of who they are, and opportunities to congratulate and support those around us who exhibit the essence of our values.”

It’s the people and the culture of the company that make Express a truly great place to work. 

“We, as a company, are always celebrating and gathering together,” says Funk. “We hold internal success competitions for offices to be able to grow from previous years or quarters. These are celebrated every other week through technology gatherings and have turned into group sharing on best practices and ways to grow our business. We understand we also have to have fun.”

And Funk isn’t complacent taking a back seat in curating that fun. 

“I have always led through love and care,” he says. “Many of our team members know me personally. I am constantly in communication with our leadership group, but also take time to have connection meetings. In these meetings, we celebrate team members’ successes, and I always make time to answer their questions, whether they are on business matters, my history or even brainstorming on new opportunities.”

Express employees enjoy multiple events throughout the year, including a fun fair with Ferris wheels, carousels, games and fair food. The holidays are also a time to  celebrate in-house and to support local causes; Express even matches donations for employee-led efforts.

 “Supporting our team is key, in my opinion,” says Funk. “To see them succeed and to see the smiles on the faces of our team brings so much joy to my heart; it is irreplaceable.”

Community giving and philanthropic efforts continue to be the heart of Express – and of Funk’s own life. 

“I have supported many, many causes throughout my career and life,” he says. “As we grow in life, I feel that we find areas of support that are a calling. I believe in giving to community causes that make change and give hope to the youth of today.” – TL

The Curious Delegator

Bill Cameron balances a lot of plates – and that’s putting it lightly. 

He’s president and CEO of the Cameron Group – the holding company for the Cameron family’s business holdings – which includes such companies as American Fidelity Assurance, INSURICA and First Fidelity Bank. 

American Fidelity, the group’s flagship organization, is an insurance company that “specializes in the education, public sector, automotive and healthcare industries, with products like group and individual life, health and annuity services, as well as other financial security products and services,” says Cameron. First Fidelity Bank services both of Oklahoma’s major metros as well as Phoenix, Ariz., and INSURICA is one of the top 50 commercial line insurance agencies in the U.S. 

This is only a handful of the successful companies on Cameron’s roster. To many, his day-to-day would seem daunting … or even impossible. But Cameron has a few tools in his belt to remain on top of his game.

“I am very curious. I spend time understanding the basic business models of each of the companies in the Cameron Group. I strive to understand how the differences of each of the companies can help bring solutions across the board,” he says. “I would call myself a very curious delegator.”

But he doesn’t go it alone. Cameron has made sure to surround himself with innovators, and believes in transparency across the organization at large. 

“It’s been important to hire great people and make sure we have fun along the way,” he says. “Though we operate as individual companies, we have common goals to find solutions for our customers. This includes profit sharing across the overarching organization, to give us the advantage to achieve our goals across our span of business. We also make sure that we share the performance of each business with leadership, and ensure that each of the colleagues down the line understand where we are at, and where we want to go.”

The group of companies has been helmed by the Cameron family since 1959. First by Cameron’s grandfather, then his father, then Cameron himself. After graduating from Dartmouth College, Cameron surely had his fair share of opportunities around the country – or the globe – but he returned to Oklahoma with vigor. 

“I wanted to carry on in the footsteps of my grandfather and father, who gave me a tremendous leg-up for success,” he says. “As you can see, we’ve made great strides in Oklahoma, and across the country. Oklahoma is a great state to be headquartered in.”

Looking towards the future, he’s excited to keep the business family-run. 

“I am very thankful … to my three daughters who are learning the business and will be able to carry on to future generations,” he says. “I’m also very thankful for the quality workforce in Oklahoma, and proud to be building on the foundation my grandfather and father laid, and I want to pass on these opportunities to my kids and future generations.” – MWA

People First, Always

With humble beginnings in 1920’s Texas, Bama Companies has grown to become a global manufacturing/food service behemoth with headquarters in Tulsa and production plants in China and Europe. 

Paula Marshall is the third generation of familial leadership, and she continues to exemplify, and encourage others to embrace, Bama’s longtime motto: ‘People helping people be successful.’

Marshall describes Bama Companies as a frozen bakery, flash-desert business, and reflects on just how much it has grown over the last near century. 

“My grandmother started with route trucks in 1921; it became dad’s company in 1935, and he and my mother moved from Dallas to Tulsa in 1937,” she says. “Dad developed the relationship with McDonald’s, and we’ve been on their menu since 1968. We focused on frozen, handheld bakery items and desserts. Today we also produce pizza crust, biscuits, hotcakes and other ready-to-bake products for some of the world’s large restaurant chains and retail stores.”

Marshall herself took over the company in the early 1990’s after the loss of her father. She says leadership was able to move forward by redefining company goals and focusing on what matters the most: people. Along with the help of an outside facilitator, the company’s motto was refined to exemplify a fresh start.   

“Our product might change, but our people will always be our people. We want everyone in the circle successful,” she says. “Also, I decided I didn’t want to just hang [the motto] on a wall, I wanted to make it live. So we looked at all policies, designs, procedures, how we bought materials, how we treated people – everything. We started to define every aspect of what that motto means. It’s a snap and easy to remember, lives on with all interactions and on all teams. For me, it’s with customers and with buyers. It lives in all kinds of ways.” 

With such a storied history, company milestones are easily recalled, both before and after Marshall took the helm. Perhaps the biggest in the ‘before’ category is landing that megalithic client: McDonald’s.

“My father’s ability to get with McDonald’s in that very early time, and then maintaining with McDonald’s over the years was huge, and propelled [the company] through his life,” she says. 

And when Marshall took over, “we pursued the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award and got it in 2004-2005; that was big for me,” she says. “Also there’s been building the business with Pizza Hut and Walmart continuing. We now have three plants in China and three plants in Europe, and so building and staying focused on quality and cost has been a key philosophy for us.”  

The future of Bama for Marshall translates to continuous innovation. 

“We’re constantly working on innovations with customers, type attributes, flavors and fillings that fall into our product genres,” she says. “The latest new one rolled out over the summer – a cookies and cream pie with chocolate crust and a vanilla and marshmallow center. It was the first new pie at McDonald’s in recent years and the first time ever we worked with chocolate.”

Looking ahead, Marshall is optimistic about the future.

“Our family has been at this since 1927, and so 2027 will be 100 years,” she says. “We’ve been here with several family buyouts, closed some plants that family members were running, and done everything to keep it family controlled and not sold out to private equity or other investors.  We like our ability to be a family business and do things the way we think they should be done. We plan to stay Bama – private and part of the family for generations.” – TL

A Spirit of Resilience

When considering the state’s most impressive facilities – like the BOK Center, Oklahoma History Museum and the newly renovated State Capitol – there’s one company that comes to mind: Manhattan Construction Group. And that’s thanks in part to that company’s president, Larry Rooney. 

Manhattan’s list of skyline-defining projects doesn’t end there; the team is also responsible for the River Spirit Casino and Hotel expansion and the First American’s Museum.

As a group of united companies, Manhattan is “involved in numerous other types of infrastructure projects including highway road work, bridges, and even oil and gas pipeline work,” says Rooney. “We manage the construction process for all of these types of projects, and about half of our workforce are tradesmen and tradeswomen who work in the field, installing various materials and components.”

Long lauded as a great place to work, Manhattan Construction Group celebrated 125 years in business “a few years ago, which is a milestone we are very proud of,” says Rooney. “We are proud to have been able to provide such a stable work environment for our employees, and even have a few approaching 50 years with our companies. It’s always our goal for team members to start and end their careers with us.”

Rooney is the fifth generation of family ownership at Manhattan, a legacy of which he is proud. 

“Our history is certainly unique in the current day business environment, and that’s a testament to my father and his predecessors, who built the business centered around people,” says Rooney. “We have always strived to satisfy the needs of our customers, as well as provide stable employment for our teams, by making decisions not just about the current quarter, but in terms of decades and generations. My ancestors have managed this business through multiple pandemics, recessions, the Great Depression, and numerous other challenges, and our teams today embody their spirit of resilience and perseverance – no matter what obstacle is put in front of us.”

With its fast-paced business setting, milestones continue to accrue at Manhattan. One highlight is hard to choose.

“There are so many of our team’s accomplishments I could point to over the past several years that I’m proud of: completion of the new Globe Life Field project in Arlington at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic is one that stands out. Closer to home, I am truly proud of completing the Oklahoma State Capitol interior renovation, and the impact that will have on future generations of Oklahomans.”

Every successful leader has their own management style; Rooney’s is team-oriented.

“I hope my team would agree that I try to empower them as much as possible and avoid micromanaging,” says Rooney. “My goal is to set out strategies and give our teams the tools to be successful in this business, and in life for their families.  We are blessed to have so many hard-working members of our team, because in construction, it’s impossible to be successful without a strong team culture.”

Empowering employees and the next generation via competitive compensation and benefits is only part of a healthy company, says Rooney.

“More importantly, it’s the intangibles, like office outings, team gatherings, volunteering together and general care for our fellow neighbor and communities that I think sets us apart,” he says. “Family culture is very important to us; we aim to make sure that all of our team members feel that they are part of our Manhattan family, and we are here to support each other.” – TL

Great Companies to Work For Listing

Accounting 

Eide Bailly LLP 
Statewide
Eide Bailly, founded in 1917, is a CPA and accounting firm with more than 3,300 employees in 40 offices over the U.S. and India. Eide Bailly is among the top 25 accounting firms in the country, offering audit and assurance services as well as tax, advisory, digital, wealth and other services.

HoganTaylor 
OKC and Tulsa

HoganTaylor, with a contingent of more than 350 professionals in accounting, tax, wealth management, assurance and fiscal technology, serves clients ranging from large entities to small businesses and individual investors. Offices can be found in Tulsa and OKC, as well as Little Rock and Fayetteville, Ark. 

Aerospace/Aviation

Boeing Co.
OKC

Building the future of the aerospace industry, Boeing offers careers in everything from cybersecurity to data science, engineering, information technology and manufacturing. Boeing also invests in its employees with impressive benefits that include a 10% 401(k) match and tuition assistance. 

Omni Air International
Tulsa

Headquartered at the Tulsa International Airport grounds in Hanger 19, Omni Air International offers passenger charter flights, strategic capacity partnerships and customized charter programs. Formed in 1993, Omni has additional airport bases in Honolulu, Dallas, Seattle and Baltimore. 

Private Jets, Inc.
Bethany

With an exceptional array of high-quality jets, Private Jets, Inc., located at the Wiley Post Airport, is an FAA-approved Part 135 operator offering jet charter flights for business and private travelers. The company has a commitment to aviation safety, high quality aircraft and unbeatable private jet services. 

Tulsa International Airport
Tulsa

A civil-military airport located five miles northeast of downtown Tulsa, Tulsa International Airport offers domestic destinations, customs and border patrol facilities and is American Airlines’ global maintenance headquarters. A variety of direct flights land everywhere from Las Vegas and Los Angeles to Orlando, Phoenix and Chicago.

Will Rogers World Airport
OKC

Oklahoma City’s Will Rogers World Airport is a civil-military airport offering flights to Seattle, New York, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Denver, Nashville and more. Earlier this year, leadership finished a $68 million renovation which included new space for U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Architecture (Commercial)

FSB Architects + Engineers
OKC and Tulsa

FSB Architects + Engineers is a premier, full-service architecture and engineering firm. Locally owned since 1945, the firm serves diverse clients spanning multiple industries. Internally, FSB encourages collaboration and innovation, empowering team members and offering a variety of opportunities for professional and personal growth.

KKT Architects 
Tulsa

KKT Architects, named a 2023 Top 100 Rising Giant by Interior Design Magazine, is a full-service architecture, interiors and engineering firm. KKT recently partnered with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services to create a $147 million facility which will serve more than 300 patients daily.

Prime Architects
Norman

A veteran owned practice headquartered in Norman, Prime Architecture offers services in comprehensive architectural design and planning to both government and commercial clients. With collaboration at the core of the business model, Prime believes the best ideas come from working together.

Rand Elliott Architects
OKC 

Founded in 1976, Rand Elliott Architects offers services in architectural design, historical preservation, space planning and interior design, alongside feasibility studies, master planning and lighting design. Recent projects include the Heartland Payment Systems’ corporate offices in OKC.

TriArch
Tulsa

TriArch, an award-winning architecture firm, offers services for projects in the health, education, tribal, commercial, religious and residential sectors – creating a stage for its clients’ stories. Recent projects include lobby expansions at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, as well as Whimsy Cookie Company and Newkirk Public School.

Banking, Finance and Investing

Ameriprise Financial
Statewide

Clients seeking a comprehensive and personalized approach to wealth management can visit Ameriprise Financial, with services in asset management, securities-based lending, estate and retirement planning, taxes, stocks, mutual funds, insurance annuities and education savings, among others.

Arvest
Statewide

Arvest serves clients in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma, offering services including wealth management, investment planning and mortgage programs. Recent community impact includes the formation of the Arvest Opportunity Fund, a non-bank subsidiary of Arvest Bank which, to date, has assisted more than 180 small business customers with $4.4 million in loans.

Bank of America
Statewide

Bank of America, among the largest financial institutions in the world, serves large corporations, individual investors and both small and middle-market businesses. Services include investing, banking, asset management as well as other risk management and financial offerings for 68 million clients.

BOK Financial
Tulsa

BOK Financial serves consumers via personal, commercial and business banking, wealth management and loans. Committed to giving back, BOKF employees invested more than 33,000 volunteer hours in the community in 2022. Company-wide, the BOKF Foundation has contributed over $100 million to support United Way, education efforts and other charitable endeavors over the past quarter century.

Charles Schwab
OKC, Norman and Tulsa

Charles Schwab is a full-service wealth management service that includes investment products and trading. This year, the firm debuted Schwab Trading Powered by Ameritrade, which provides consumers with fiscal tools designed for traders of all types and levels of expertise.

Commerce Bank
Statewide

Approaching 160 years in service, Commerce Bank operates with a mission to help people and businesses solve financial challenges, so they can focus on the things that matter most. The bank provides features such as home loans, business loans, personal banking accounts and online banking.

Fidelity Investments
Statewide

Since 1946, Fidelity Investments has served more than 43 million clients with services including financial planning, management, and employee benefit program management. Aiming to make complex financial matters simpler for all, Fidelity supports more than 3,700 wealth management firms and institutions.

First Fidelity Bank
Statewide

Award winning and privately owned First Fidelity Bank was founded in 1920 and serves commercial banking, business banking and personal banking needs. Community values are at the heart of the bank; leadership prioritizes local sponsorships, fundraising and volunteering in the communities they serve.

Gateway First Bank
Jenks

Headquartered in Jenks, award-winning Gateway First Bank is among the largest financial institutions in the state, with eight Oklahoma locations and 115 nationwide. Gateway operates with the mission to help clients pursue their vision of happiness, all on their terms.

JPMorgan Chase 
Statewide

The country’s largest bank by market capitalization as of 2023, JPMorgan Chase boasts $2.6 trillion in client assets. With more than 250,000 employees around the world, the company is ranked in Fortune Magazine’s top five of the World’s Most Attractive Employers by business students.

Mabrey Bank
Statewide

Since 1924, Mabrey Bank has served Oklahoma’s banking needs with a wide array of financial services at 15 locations. The family-owned institution is proactive in the community, and aims to provide financial security and individualized service to all who pass through its doors.

Merrill 
Statewide

A Bank of America company, Merrill offers various avenues to invest and handle financial and wealth management, including the self-directed Merrill Edge, which is a goals-based, guided investment experience where clients can meet with virtual or in-person advisors to discuss objectives.

MidFirst Bank
Statewide

MidFirst Bank wields assets totaling $36.6 billion and is the largest privately owned bank in the U.S. Despite its size, MidFirst offers the feel and flexibility of a community bank. Recognition and awards  include the highest ranking in the southwest region and the highest overall score in the J.D. Power U.S. Retail Banking Satisfaction Study. 

Morgan Stanley
Statewide

Headquartered in New York City, and with more than 75,000 employees in 41 countries, Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in financial services including investment management, banking, sales and trading. Clients range from government entities to corporate institutions and individual investors.

Regent Bank
Statewide

Regent Bank delivers a personalized approach to financial services, with tailored solutions and dedicated support that adapts to each client’s unique needs. Valuing attention to personal service and a culture of inclusion, Regent was named as one of Inc. Best Workplaces in 2023. 

Sovereign Bank
Statewide

Formerly known as First National Bank & Trust Co., Sovereign Bank was founded in 1984 and is the nation’s largest tribally owned bank. Sovereign aims to empower clients’ to reach financial goals and serve their communities, blending big-bank capabilities with small-town touch.

UBS Wealth Management
OKC

As one of the world’s largest wealth managers, USB Wealth Management can assist in financial planning, retirement, mortgage planning and more. Founded in 1862, UBS now employs more than 70,000 people and assists individuals, families and businesses alike with their unique needs. 

Wells Fargo
Statewide

In March of 1852, Henry Wells and William G. Fargo founded a business to help customers manage money and excel in business endeavors. Today, the company continues to provide innovative financial and banking services with offerings including corporate and investment banking, personal and commercial banking and wealth management.

Communication

AT&T
Statewide

Headquartered in Dallas, AT&T is an American multinational telecommunication holding company that provides 5G to data consumers. The largest wireless carrier in the country, AT&T is the world’s third-largest telecommunications company by revenue. 

Cox Communications
Statewide

More than 20,000 employees strong, Cox Communications is a digital cable television provider that offers telecommunications and home automation/ security system services. Cox is the country’s largest private broadband company, providing fast, reliable coverage and operating fiber broadband networks in more than 30 states.

Construction

Cowen Construction
OKC and Tulsa

For more than 125 years, Cowen Construction has impacted the community with award-winning projects in the healthcare, education, office, banking, multi-family and retail industries. Services range from preconstruction to construction management, general contracting, design bid and development. Projects include Jenks Landing, Ascension St. John Sapulpa and the OSU Student Union.

Crossland Construction
OKC and Tulsa

Approaching 50 years in business, Crossland Construction began in the garage of Ivan Crossland. Now, the company is among the top construction companies in the U.S., but remains family-owned and operated. Projects run the gamut of industries, from industrial to civic, medical, retail and more.

Flintco
OKC and Tulsa

Founded in 1908, Flintco is a full-service general contractor with eight offices, licensed in 34 states. The mission? The unwavering pursuit of the perfect construction experience. Services include preconstruction planning, general contracting, construction management and project/program management. 

G.E. Johnson
OKC

G.E. Johnson offers more than fifty years of experience in construction and continues a legacy of paying it forward via community support and volunteerism, including the Build Like A Girl event to educate young women about careers in construction. The company raised $10,000 in 2023 to combat food insecurity and filled hundreds of backpacks with donated school supplies.

J.E. Dunn Construction Group
OKC and Tulsa

With 26 offices nationwide, J. E. Dunn Construction Group is the country’s eighth largest general contractor with services that include design, preconstruction, prefabrication and manufacturing. Headquartered in Kansas City, the company is privately owned and has been in business for nearly a century.

Manhattan Construction Group
Statewide

In business for more than 125 years, privately-held and family-owned Manhattan Construction Group operates with core tenants that include an emphasis on safety, mutual respect, integrity, excellence and the wellbeing of clients and employees. From pre-construction to general building, project management, design/build, pipeline integrity and maintenance, the experts at Manhattan serve the U.S., Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean.

Nabholz Construction Corp.
Statewide

With roots going back to 1949, employee-owned Nabholz Construction offers services in construction, crane and equipment rental, machinery moving/installation/maintenance, facility maintenance/repair, custom fabrication and millwork, among others. Above all, integrity guides purpose at Nabholz.

Ross Group
OKC and Tulsa

Ross Group is a family-grown construction, engineering and development firm that began as a small business specializing in carpentry and interior finishes in 1979. Today, the three-office enterprise boasts more than 125 employees and is recognized as an industry leader in facilities construction. Sectors served include education, aviation, tribal, multi family-living, hospitality, historic preservation, healthcare and government, among others.

Credit Unions 

Communication Federal Credit Union
Statewide

Communication Federal Credit Union has roots going back to 1939; fast forward to today, and CFCU serves industry giants, with business partners that include ONEOK, ONE Gas and Goodyear Tire. With locations in Oklahoma and Kansas, CFCU is committed to local communities through volunteerism and financial education.

Oklahoma Central Credit Union
Tulsa

Oklahoma Central Credit Union serves members through banking and checking accounts, online banking, money management resources, auto loans, financial planning and mortgage assistance. Founded in 1941, OCCU continues to make a difference in the lives of employees, members and the communities it serves.

Red Crown Credit Union
Tulsa

Formed in 1938, Red Crown Credit Union originally served employees of Standard Oil & Gas and is now open to consumers in Tulsa, Creek, Osage, Pawnee and Okmulgee counties. Red Crown offers a bevy of banking services including checking and savings accounts, online banking and bill pay, loans, mobile banking and more.

Tinker Federal Credit Union
Statewide

Founded in 1946, Tinker Federal Credit Union serves nearly 500,000 members with assets over $6 billion. Recent innovations include the Interactive Teller Machine – ITM – providing additional video support with a virtual teller. The largest credit union in Oklahoma, TFCU returns profits to members through financial education, higher dividends, lower interest rates and low or no fees.

TTCU Federal Credit Union
OKC and Tulsa

Founded in 1934 by teachers amidst the Great Depression, TTCU Federal Credit Union has grown to have $2.6 billion in assets and more than 150,000 members. Driven by the simple principle of best serving its members, TTCU offers online/mobile banking, loans, credit assistance and a variety of finance resources. 

WEOKIE Federal Credit Union
OKC

Founded in 1969 by Western Electric Plant employees, WEOKIE Federal Credit Union is known for low/no fees and generous rates – resulting in members collectively saving more than $18 million since 2021. WEOKIE offers traditional banking services, low loan rates, higher savings rates and today holds more than $1 billion in assets. 

WeStreet Credit Union
Tulsa

A community-minded financial institution, WeStreet Credit Union serves about 56,000 members, helping neighbors become members and members become family. Core values at WeStreet include trust, integrity, teamwork and making a difference, with services that include banking, loans, planning/investing, and financial education. 

Distribution

Fabricut
Tulsa

With nearly seven decades in operation, employee-owned and family-run Fabricut has become one of the world’s largest distributors of wholesale and decorative fabric. The operation was the dream of two survivors of Nazi-occupied Germany, and today, Fabricut features more than 58,000 varieties of trimmings and fabrics.

180 Medical
OKC 

Founded in 1994 by Todd Brown, a motocross accident survivor who wanted to significantly improve options for those needing ostomy supplies, 180 Medical today features the highest quality supplies available as well as customer education and personalized service in fulfilling specific medical supply needs.

Energy

Chesapeake Energy
OKC

Headquartered in OKC, oil and gas company Chesapeake Energy is an energy industry leader, committed to a profitable and sustainable enterprise as well as continuous investment in local communities. Over the last decade, the company paid more than $2.25 billion in taxes, helping to facilitate infrastructure projects, education and safety services statewide.

Continental Resources
OKC

A top 10 independent oil producer in the nation, Continental Resources is the largest leaseholder and the largest producer in the Bakken play of North Dakota and Montana, the premier oil field of the U.S. The company, which celebrated 56 years in business in 2023, exited public markets last year and is now privately held once again. 

OG&E
OKC

Founded in 1902, Oklahoma Gas & Electric Company – OG&E – is among the highest performing regulated electric utility companies in the country and the largest in Oklahoma. The company serves 889,000 electric customers in 267 cities and towns across Oklahoma and western Arkansas, and is the largest ad valorem taxpayer in Oklahoma. 

ONE Gas
Tulsa

More than 2.3 million customers in Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas depend on ONE Gas for regulated natural gas utility services. The firm is known for community enrichment initiatives, as exemplified by employee-driven volunteerism and donations. With a vast and growing infrastructure, ONE Gas ensures dependendable gas delivery to homes across the state. 

Public Service Company of Oklahoma
Tulsa

Public Service Company keeps reliable electricity flowing over 30,000 square miles of Oklahoma. PSO is an active partner, volunteer and donor to a variety of non-profit organizations, and was also recognized as Veteran Employer of the Year in 2023 by the Oklahoma Veterans Alliance.

Summit Utilities
Statewide

Summit Utilities serves the natural gas energy needs of families and businesses in six states via the operation of thousands of miles of pipeline. With a focus on community outreach, Summit recently donated $30,000 in grants to Oklahoma nonprofits and fosters a culture of pioneering, excellence, agility, kindness and safety. 

Williams
Tulsa

Williams handles approximately one third of the natural gas in the United States via interstate natural gas pipelines and gathering/processing operations throughout the country. Community involvement is a core tenant at Williams, evidenced in a variety of philanthropic efforts including employee donation matches, in-kind printing, STEM programming and partnerships with area schools. 

Engineering

Burns & McDonnell
OKC

Employee-owned and 13,500 employees strong, Burns & McDonnell is a family of companies focused on building critical infrastructure around the U.S. Industries served include telecommunications, government, manufacturing and aviation, with community impact efforts like mentorship and internships. 

CEC
OKC, Norman, Tulsa and Duncan

CEC is a privately held, multi-discipline engineering firm serving both public entities and private developers. The firm specializes in everything from transportation design and planning to mechanical, electrical, structural and civil engineering, surveying and construction management. CEC, committed to employee success, has nabbed a variety of industry awards, including Zweig Group’s Best Firms To Work For in 2023.

Garver
OKC, Tulsa and Norman

A multi-disciplinary engineering, planning and environmental services firm, employee-owned Garver is more than 1,000 employees strong with 49 offices across 18 states.  The firm, founded in 1919, now consistently ranks in the top 100 of the Engineering News-Record’s prestigious Top 500 Design Firms list. 

Olsson
OKC and Tulsa

Lauded and nationally recognized, employee-owned Olsson was formed in 1956 and continues as an industry leader today with consulting services, civil, structural and electrical engineering, field services and customized engineering and design solutions. Since 2018, the firm has ranked in the top 100 design firms based on Engineering News-Record’s national list.

Parkhill
OKC, Norman, Woodward and Tulsa

Founded in 1945, Parkhill provides comprehensive architectural and engineering design services for the government, commercial and institutional sectors. With a mission to build community by creating inventive, relevant built environments together, Parkhill has values including real innovation, life balance and contagious passion. 

Smith Roberts Baldischwiler
OKC AND Norman

Formed in 1981, locally owned Smith Roberts Baldischwiler is a civil engineering and land surveying consulting firm, offering specialized services including storm water management, sanitary sewer improvements, water distribution, and highway and bridge design.  

Wallace Design Collective 
OKC and Tulsa

Wallace Design Collective is a consulting firm offering everything from civil and structural engineering to surveying, planning and landscape architecture. Wallace, with over 250 employees, is licensed in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and Washington D.C. Wallace was also included in Engineering News-Record magazine’s Top 500 Design Firms for 2023.

Entertainment

Armstrong Auditorium
Edmond

A world-class center for the arts, Armstrong Auditorium has welcomed Broadway legends, classical ballet troupes, folk dancers and skilled musicians into its halls. With a mission to bring monumental cultural experiences to America’s heartland, Armstrong offers a lauded Performing Arts Series every season. 

BOK Center
Tulsa

Owned by the City of Tulsa, the BOK Center is an award-winning sports and entertainment venue that plays host to the Tulsa Oilers. Along with ushering in music legends including Madonna and Coldplay, the arena has been home to the Big 12 Wrestling Championship since 2017. 

Celebrity Attractions
Tulsa

Founded in 1983, Celebrity Attractions brings world-class Broadway performances to Oklahoma. With a mission to deliver the best options for theatrical, musical and family entertainment, upcoming offers include Mean Girls, To Kill a Mockingbird and Chicago. 

Choctaw Casino Resort Durant
Durant

A destination location, Choctaw Casino in Durant has a full schedule of upcoming musical and comedy entertainment, as well as a AAA Four Diamond hotel and resort, spa, pool, movie theatres, bowling alley, dining options, a state-of-the-art poker room and thousands of slot machines. 

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
Tulsa

Over four hundred rooms and suites paired with luxury amenities make Hard Rock Hotel & Casino a must-visit destination for gaming, dining and general entertainment. Along with a state-of-the-art business center, Hard Rock offers an expansive outdoor pool, golf course, shopping and gym.

Oklahoma City Thunder
OKC

Founded in 2008, the Oklahoma City Thunder plays in the NBA’s Northwest Division of the Western Conference. Alongside its basketball team and subsequent economic impact to Oklahoma, the Thunder supports the local community in myriad projects including youth basketball leagues, a speakers bureau, reading challenges and spelling bees. 

Osage Casino Hotel
Tulsa

Osage tribal artworks are featured at Osage Casino, a destination location known for exciting dining, upscale and luxurious accommodations and memorable entertainment. The casino’s concert stage, the Skyline Event Center, will soon welcome Pete Davidson and Marie Osmond. 

Paycom Center
OKC

Serving more than one million guests annually, Oklahoma City’s Paycom Center brings world class entertainment and sports to downtown OKC. Home to the OKC Thunder, the Paycom Center was opened in 2002 after a $89.2 million construction process. Major acts over the years include Elton John, Fleetwood Mac and Paul McCartney. 

River Spirit Casino Resort
Tulsa

Perched over the Arkansas River, River Spirit Casino offers extensive gaming and resort amenities, all while funding the Muscogee Nation’s programs in housing, education and services for the elderly. Amenities include Margaritaville and Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, alongside a pool and luxury spa. 

Tulsa Performing Arts Center
Tulsa

The Tulsa Performing Arts Center is a downtown venue with an art gallery and extensive in-house art collection, and also plays host to a variety of local and national performances. With a belief that all people deserve access to quality arts experiences, the TPAC has resident partners that include Tulsa Symphony, Celebrity Attractions, Tulsa Ballet and Theatre North. 

Food/Beverage/Convenience Industry

Bama Companies
Tulsa

Bama Companies, founded in the 1920’s, continues to provide the world with pizza crusts, buns, biscuits and other baked goodies, and is known for the creation and continued popularity of McDonald’s handheld desserts. Lauded with a variety of industry awards, Bama has received the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award and was named a 50 Fastest Growing Women-Owned Business by the Women Presidents Organization in 2022.

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores
Statewide

Family-owned Love’s Travel Stops offers 600+ locations in 42 states and provides travelers and professional truck drivers with safe and welcoming opportunities to fuel up. Love’s annually contributes to local and national nonprofits including United Way, Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation and Teach for America. 

Oklahoma Beef Council
OKC

Formed in 1975, the Oklahoma Beef Council is a non-profit organization working for the farming and ranching families of Oklahoma to promote and strengthen beef value and grow general trust in beef and beef production. The OBC aims to increase U.S. and global beef demand and drive growth for beef exports. 

Oklahoma Pork Council
OKC

Via federally collected Pork Checkoff funds, the Oklahoma Pork Council promotes the industry in myriad ways, including research and philanthropic endeavors including the Give-A Ham challenge benefiting food pantries and families in need. 

QuikTrip
Statewide

For a quick stop for fuel and food, QuikTrip offers options galore, including made-to-order pizza, sandwiches, burritos and more. Founded in 1958 in Tulsa, the gas and go company has more than 1,000 locations in the midwestern, southern and western United States, employing more than 24,000.

Healthcare

Advanced Orthopedics of Oklahoma
Tulsa

Serving northeast Oklahoma’s bone, joint and muscle needs, Advanced Orthopedics employs specialty trained doctors whose main goal is delivering comprehensive, compassionate care. The healthcare specialists handle everything from acute injuries to chronic pain, joint revisions, sports medicine, rehabilitation and more. 

Dean McGee Eye Institute 
OKC

Since 1975, Dean McGee has employed esteemed national and international leaders in all realms of ophthalmology; the institute has more specialists than any other practice in the region. Patients of all ages receive world-renowned care, from newborns to teens, adults and grandparents, and physicians handle everything from refractive surgery to cataracts, ocular prosthetics and cosmetic eye treatments. 

Eastern Oklahoma Ear, Nose and Throat
Tulsa

In business since 1975, Eastern Oklahoma ENT offers comprehensive ear, nose and throat care to patients of all ages. Alongside an efficient, knowledgeable patient experience, guests can also expect friendliness and compassion upon every visit. From sinus and thyroid issues to allergies and hearing loss, the team handles it all. 

Indian Health Care Resource Center of Tulsa
Tulsa

The Indian Health Care Resource Center is a patient-centered, multidisciplinary nonprofit. The mission is to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare to Tulsa-area Indian people in a culturally sensitive manner that promotes good health, wellbeing and harmony.

INTEGRIS
OKC

Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit and state-owned healthcare system, INTEGRIS oversees a variety of hospitals, specialty clinics, family care practices and centers of excellence. With the belief that ‘the future of caring for illness is firmly rooted in wellness,’ INTEGRIS works diligently to ensure all who walk through their doors live fuller, healthier lives. 

Mercy Health
OKC

Offerings at the Mercy Health system are vast – from primary care to heart health, orthopedics, cancer care and pediatrics. Aiming to deliver a transformative healthcare experience for all, Mercy’s core values include dignity, excellence, justice, service and stewardship. 

Norman Regional Health System 
Moore/Norman

Norman Regional Health System has an impressive pedigree: it boasts six accredited Centers for Excellence, a nationally recognized stroke program, the first accredited chest pain center in the metro, and a team of 350+ doctors and advanced practice professionals. The multi-campus system has one mission: to serve the community as a leader in health and wellness. 

Oklahoma City Indian Clinic
OKC

With a vision to be the national model for American Indian healthcare, the OKC Indian Clinic began in 1969 as a group of volunteer physicians coming together to fill a healthcare void. Now, the clinic has a full primary care practice accreditation and serves over 22,000 patients from 220+ tribes. 

Oklahoma State University Medical Center 
Tulsa

The skilled and compassionate staff of doctors, nurses and specialists at OSU Medical Center are dedicated to patient care and comfort. Services range from cardiovascular medicine to maternal child health, general surgery, diagnostic imaging and more. OSU Medical Center is also one of the nation’s largest osteopathic teaching facilities.

The Orthopaedic Center
Tulsa

From total joint replacement to upper extremity/joint pain, hand surgeries and sports medicine, the Orthopaedic Center handles a variety of cases. Offering some of the most advanced, patient-specific treatments for bone and joint pain, the Orthopaedic Center is dedicated to improving each patient’s quality of life with orthopedic excellence. 

OU Health 
OKC and Tulsa

Advancing healthcare, medical education and innovative research for Oklahoma, OU Health is nationally recognized for its positive patient experiences. Additionally, the Children’s Hospital is recognized as one of the top 50 of its kind in the nation. The system also boasts the state’s only Level I Trauma Center, and its cancer center is the state’s only NCI-Designated cancer center. 

Saint Francis Health System
Tulsa

From urgent care to women’s health, cardiology, cancer care and orthopedics, Saint Francis Health System provides a broad range of healthcare. The organization is the largest private employer in Tulsa County with 11,000+ employees, 1,000+ doctors and 700+ volunteers. Along with its anchor institution – Saint Francis Hospital – the system also includes clinics, a children’s hospital, a level IV neonatal ICU and a psychiatric clinic, among others. 

SSM Health St. Anthony
OKC

Serving the healthcare needs of central Oklahoma and its surrounding counties for 125 years, SSM Health St. Anthony began as a singular hospital. Now, the system includes outpatient facilities, clinics and five campuses, as well as a nationally certified stroke center and a Crohn’s and Colitis Center.

OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center 
OKC

As Oklahoma’s only National Cancer Institute-Designated Cancer Center, Stephenson represents the top 2% of cancer centers in the country. With a focus on innovative research, Stephenson is currently ranked No. 1 among all centers in the nation for the number of patients participating in innovative clinical trials. 

Tulsa ER & Hospital
Tulsa

Tulsa ER and Hospital combines the cutting edge equipment and technology of larger hospitals with the speed and convenience of emergency medicine departments, offering everything from on-site cardiac lab testings to ultrasounds, X-rays, overnight observation and a wait time of five minutes or less. The team operates with the mission to provide Tulsans with access to concierge-level emergency care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Higher Education

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah

With a total enrollment of just over 7,300, NSU provides intimate class sizes for maximum learning potential. In fact, 85% of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. The university offers nearly 60 undergraduate programs, and is committed to student success and a sustainable future for all.

Oklahoma City University
OKC

Established in 1904, Oklahoma City University is a top liberal arts and sciences university with over 60 degree programs, including Acting, Dance Management, Pre-Engineering and Political Science. The college is ranked as one of the top universities in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

 

Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Goodwell

Rooted in progress through knowledge, OPSU has three distinct colleges: Agriculture, Science and Nursing; Arts and Education; and Business and Technology. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 17:1, OPSU is the first and only public Hispanic Serving Institute in the state and awards $5 million in scholarships annually. 

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater

300+ majors and minors, plus 200+ masters and Ph.D. options are just the tip of the iceberg of offerings at OSU. A nationally ranked research university, OSU believes access to affordable education is an essential part of their mission; thus, tuition and fees are only 69% of the national average for land-grant universities. 

Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences 
Tulsa

Begun in 1972 as the Oklahoma College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery, OSUCHS continues its legacy today through the education and training of osteopathic physicians, scientists and other healthcare professionals. The center has a vision to fulfill the healthcare needs of rural and underserved Oklahomans and produce dedicated, compassionate community leaders. 

Oklahoma State University-Tulsa
Tulsa

Offering flexible, world-class education, OSU-Tulsa has a variety of undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs designed to fit any schedule. OSU-Tulsa is a transfer institution, offering junior- and senior-level undergraduate coursework, and is located in the heart of the Greenwood District.

Rogers State University
Claremore

Operating with three full-service campuses in Claremore, Bartlesville and Pryor, RSU has aimed to deliver high-quality academic programs, a nurturing scholastic atmosphere, a variety of distance learning opportunities and a high-technology learning environment for nearly a century. 

Tulsa Community College
Tulsa

Serving Tulsa and northeastern Oklahoma since 1970, TCC now offers four campuses for maximum student convenience. Advisors work with students and other universities to ensure a seamless credit transition, and TCC is deeply focused on affordability and accessibility; 71% of graduating students complete TCC debt-free. 

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond

UCO – with values that include accessibility, community and inclusivity – connects students to transformative learning and is dedicated to the development of confidence and career-readiness in their graduates. Affordability is paramount as well; more than 85% of current students receive some form of financial aid.

University of Oklahoma
Norman

Established in 1890, OU is dedicated to both the advancement of its students and the state at large, evidenced in its commitment to research – the school boasts $416.6 million in research expenditures. OU offers more than 170 academic programs, alongside robust extracurricular offerings, and is dedicated to helping graduates find jobs through the OU Career Center. 

University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Chickasha

Oklahoma’s only public liberal arts college, USAO is a recognized leader and innovator in interdisciplinary studies; in 2022, U.S. News and World Report ranked USAO in the top 20 of their Top Public Schools list. USAO prides itself on its interactive, small classes, all taught by professors – not graduate assistants. 

University of Tulsa
Tulsa

TU offers a 9:1 student-faculty ratio with an average class size of 13. With 145+ degree programs, TU aims to prepare students for successful futures, evidenced in their job placement guarantee and Center for Career Development. Leadership at TU operates with a strong belief in mutual respect and understanding, welcoming students from all walks of life. 

Human Resources and Staffing Agency

Express Employment Professionals
Statewide

The mission at Express is simple: help as many people as possible find good jobs, by helping as many clients as possible find good people. Providing workforce solutions to a variety of industries, Express is a leading staffing agency not only in the U.S., but in Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Along with boosting general employment rates around the world, Express is dedicated to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. 

Key Personnel 
OKC and Tulsa

Key Personnel has a mission to grow value in the community through placing key people in key positions. A women-owned business, Key was created in 1978 and has operated with a dedication to continuous improvement ever since – helping employees and employers in the industrial, clerical, professional and medical industries. 

Robert Half
OKC and Tulsa

With a mission to bring great companies and specialized talent together to build successful businesses and careers, Robert Half helps both job- and employee-seekers with fast hiring processes and experienced recruiters. Industries served range from finance and accounting to administration, technology and marketing.

Insurance

American Fidelity Assurance 
OKC

More than just an insurance company, American Fidelity Assurance provides HR solutions to a variety of clients, from the public sector to the education and automotive industries. The company offers everything from custom benefit strategies to enrollment and administration assistance, as well as benefits compliance. 

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma 
Statewide

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma, the only statewide, customer-owned health insurer in Oklahoma, has various plans to meet individual needs. The company has a mission to close gaps in preventative care and provide access to quality healthcare for all, and operates with diversity, equity and inclusion at top of mind.

CommunityCare 
Tulsa

Locally owned and operated, CommunityCare is helmed by two of the region’s premier health systems: Saint Francis and Ascension St. John. Serving Oklahomans for 30 years, CommunityCare has held the same mission through it all: to provide high quality, cost-effective health care management services to the community. 

CompSource Mutual Insurance Company
OKC and Tulsa

A premier workers’ compensation provider for over 85 years, CompSource was voted Company of the Year in 2022 by BIGiOK. CompSource handles everything from safety and loss prevention to underwriting, premium audit support and claims, working in construction, agriculture, oil and gas, auto repair and more. 

Delta Dental
Statewide

Delta Dental provides a comprehensive network of dentists nationwide, helping clients get connected to quick, personalized service. Delta Dental’s core purpose is the advancement of the oral health of its customers, partners and consumers, and currently serves more than 80 million Americans. 

GlobalHealth 
OKC and Tulsa

With a commitment to quality care and optimum health for the community, GlobalHealth harbors a large network of providers, pharmacies, hospitals and clinics. With the belief that health insurance doesn’t have to be a headache, GlobalHealth begins benefits on day one of coverage and provides a variety of money saving benefits. 

INSURICA
Statewide

At INSURICA, it’s not just about individual insurance policies – instead, the team gets to know your business structure and builds a comprehensive insurance management program just for you. Alongside a variety of insurance offerings, INSURICA provides additional client services like claims management, loss control and alternative risk.

Mid-Continent Group
Statewide

Mid-Continent Group has been providing specialty commercial insurance for over 75 years, with values that include leading by example, collaboration and communication. Utilizing a relationship-driven approach, Mid-Continent offers solutions that address the unique needs of agents and the insured. 

Rich & Cartmill 
OKC and Tulsa 

One of the largest privately held independent insurance agencies in the country, Rich & Cartmill began in 1922 and has remained committed to assisting both individuals and commercial organizations in finding insurance options that work for them. Industries served range from construction to technology, education and retail.  

State Farm
Statewide

In business for over 100 years, State Farm operates with the mission to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams. State Farm is also committed to building environmentally sustainable and resilient futures through a variety of local neighborhood programs. 

Law Firm

Barrow & Grimm 
Tulsa

The attorneys at Barrow & Grimm specialize in everything from business litigation to estate planning, tax law and surety law. Established in 1976, the firm employs 25 attorneys, many of whom have received a variety of accolades for their work. No matter the case, all attorneys remain sensitive to the individual circumstances of each client. 

Calvert Law Firm 
OKC

The business and transactional attorneys of Calvert Law Firm are a client’s partner through the entire legal process. Practice areas range from appeals to catastrophic injury, insurance bad faith and trial preparation. The experienced litigators and seasoned advisors meet deadlines, remain honest with clients and get deals done. 

Hammons, Hurst and Associates 
OKC

Handling a variety of employment law cases, Hammons, Hurst and Associates has a proven track record of holding employers accountable for unfair treatment. The firm is committed to making the workplace better for everyone, and takes pride in its prestigious reputation for high quality client services and representation. 

The Handley Law Center
El Reno

The team at Handley believes each client has a future worth fighting for – and goes above and beyond in a variety of personal injury, criminal defense and divorce/family law cases. Alongside compassionate service, Handley attorneys have won numerous awards for their work and reached a variety of successful verdicts and settlements. 

Jones Gotcher 
Tulsa

Established in 1964, Jones Gotcher practices in a variety of areas, including civil litigation, construction and surety law, family law and business transactions. With a client-focused and results-driven culture, Jones Gotcher is a mid-sized firm, meaning they have the capabilities of a larger firm without sacrificing personalized attention for each client. 

Latham Keele Lehman Ratcliff Carter & Clarke P.C.
OKC and Tulsa 

In business for over 20 years, Latham Keele Lehman has tackled over 300 jury trials, with a variety of successful verdicts, settlements and appeals. Practice areas range from medical malpractice defense to real estate, labor and employment, and workers’ compensation, and the firm represents everyone from large corporations to small businesses to individuals. 

McIntyre Law
OKC

The personal injury attorneys from McIntyre Law bring over 90 years of experience to each case, and are on clients’ sides from start to finish. To date, the firm has won $250 million in compensation for clients, and can handle anything from motorcycle/car accidents to drug liability and defective medical devices.

Stange Law Firm
OKC and Tulsa

At Stange Law Firm, the experienced attorneys help clients rebuild their lives, tackling cases ranging from family law to divorce, child custody and family violence. Providing caring and compassionate counsel, Stange grew from a one-office firm in 2007 to a multi-firm powerhouse serving multiple states. 

Manufacturing and Industrial Supply

AAON
Tulsa

Innovation and energy efficiency are cornerstones at AAON, a leading commercial and industrial HVAC solutions manufacturer. Since 1988, the company has been focused on helping to create a cleaner and more sustainable future with their customer-specific solutions and dedication to an inclusive culture. 

Airgas
Statewide

Airgas, in operation since 1982 and with over 500 acquisitions under its belt, is a premium supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gasses, as well as hardgoods and related products. The company serves over a million customers, helping to advance their business performance with reliable products and services. 

Brainerd Chemical Company, Inc. 
Tulsa

Leading the way in chemical manufacturing and distribution, Brainerd is privately held and has grown to become one of the largest independent providers of chemicals and related services in the U.S. Pillars of culture at Brainerd include stewardship, safety and service.

Delco Electric, Inc.
OKC

Providing top-tier commercial electrical services to the OKC metro and surrounding areas, Delco’s employees have decades worth of experience in the industry. Services include energy savings consultations, service calls, electrical value engineering and design-build/design-assist projects. 

Ditch Witch 
Perry

Operating with the simple understanding that their clients’ time is money, Ditch Witch is a premier manufacturer of innovative and effective underground utility construction equipment. The company has won a variety of accolades for its work, including the Community Impact Award at the Underground Construction Awards. 

Hilti
OKC and Tulsa

Specializing in the development and manufacture of products for construction, building maintenance and energy, Hilti was founded in 1941 as a small family start-up. Now, Hilti North America employs approximately 4,000 highly trained team members, offering careers in everything from software development to sales and engineering. 

Kimray, Inc.
OKC

Producing oil and gas control equipment since 1948, Kimray serves upstream, midstream and international markets. The company, a three-time recipient of Oklahoma Business Ethics Consortium’s Compass Award, operates with a commitment to relationships, products, service and the future of its company and clients.

Locke Supply Co.
OKC

Employee-owned Locke Supply Co. is a plumbing, electrical and HVAC distributor. Founded in 1955 on a shoestring budget, Locke now has 199 locations to best service its clients. Services include project management from order entry to final delivery, wire management and project staging.

Matrix Service Co.
Tulsa

Matrix is a premier provider of procurement, construction, maintenance and turnaround services to the energy and industrial markets. The company runs on one goal: deliver the best products and services possible, evidenced in its zero incident safety culture and commitment to execution excellence. 

Sigma Stretch Corp.
Tulsa

Sigma Stretch Corp. creates hand, machine and specialty films, as well as agricultural products, with a focus on innovation and education. The company utilizes its proprietary Rite-Gauging process that takes a holistic view of its clients’ total packaging operation.

Webco Industries
Sand Springs

Operating as North America’s foremost provider of innovating tubing solutions, Webco is a technology-driven company that focuses on efficiency, quality and service. Webco’s culture, spearheaded by founder Bill Weber, is built upon high-character employees who create value for customers, shareholders and communities. 

Zeeco
Broken Arrow

From industrial burners to flare systems and thermal oxidizers, Zeeco has been redefining combustion equipment for over 40 years. Alongside being an innovative company focused on the future, Zeeco is dedicated to community impact through outreach programs, charitable events and disaster relief efforts.

Miscellaneous

Alert360
Tulsa

Since 1973, Alert360 has helped customers protect what matters most with a variety of smart security products and services in home automation, home security and cameras/video. In Tulsa, the company operates a TMA 5 Diamond designated alarm monitoring and customer service center. 

Hobby Lobby
Statewide

Hobby Lobby began in 1970 as a miniature picture frame company. Today, the company has over 900 stores and is the largest privately owned arts-and-craft retailer in the world, employing over 43,000 people. The company is committed to providing exceptional selection and value. 

Oklahoma State University Foundation 
Stillwater

The private fundraising arm of Oklahoma State University, the OSU Foundation operates with the mission to unite donor passions with university priorities to elevate the impact and status of the university at large. The organization’s values include authenticity, partnership, integrity, intentionality and service. 

Real Estate

Chinowth & Cohen Realtors
OKC and Tulsa

Chinowth & Cohen – which now boasts 15 Oklahoma offices and over 700 associates – was begun in 2004 with just 25 employees. Associates at the company thrive through varied resources and training programs, and philanthropic efforts are paramount to the C&C brand, evidenced in a variety of volunteer offers and outreach events. 

Coldwell Banker
Statewide

For over 100 years, home has been the purpose at Coldwell Banker, which now boasts offices in 40 countries, employing over 100,000. Utilizing a powerful network of agents with world-class guidance, Coldwell Banker can help any client looking to buy or sell; the company has generated $295 billion total in sales volumes. 

Engel & Völkers
OKC and Tulsa

For over 40 years, Engel & Völkers has specialized in the brokerage of premium residential property and commercial real estate. With over 15,000 agents working for the company worldwide, core competencies at Engel & Völkers include consultancy, sales and leaseholds. 

Keller Williams Realty 
Statewide

At Keller Williams, buyers and sellers alike will receive guidance at every step of their real estate journey. Knowledgeable professionals utilize talent, drive, innovation and service to procure impressively high sales volumes. The mission at Keller Williams is to build careers worth having, businesses worth owning, lives worth living, experiences worth giving and legacies worth celebrating.

McGraw Realtors 
Statewide

Working to make real estate simple for over 85 years, McGraw Realtors is one of the nation’s fast-growing real estate companies. No matter your need, McGraw Realtors has it handled – from relocation services to the buying and selling of residential homes, farms, ranches, land, commercial properties, vacation homes and lake houses. 

Technology

InterWorks
Tulsa

With people at the center, InterWorks is a tech consultancy that delivers premier services and expertise, alongside a human touch to data and technology. InterWorks also has a philanthropic arm – IW Gives Back – and all employees are given two paid days a year to spend at a chosen nonprofit. 

Paycom 
OKC

Paycom creates comprehensive HR and payroll technology, offering a single software for a company’s entire workforce. With Paycom’s offerings, businesses are able to acquire and manage talent, and handle payroll, human resources and time/labor management. To date, Paycom has served over 36,000 clients. 

Tourism/Recreation

Discover Durant
Durant

Funded by the Durant Tourism Economic Development Authority, Discover Durant handles all tourism-related efforts for the city. Promoting everything from arts and culture offerings to retail shops, landmarks and general history, Discover Durant helps to educate the masses about the city.

Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation
Statewide

The Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department strives to educate the public on the people, places, events, culture and history of Oklahoma. Additionally, the department conserves and protects park lands, oversees maintenance of the state’s lodges and golf courses, and functions in an advisory capacity to state leaders. 

Poteau Chamber of Commerce
Poteau

Dubbed as “positively Poteau,” the Poteau Chamber is tourists’ go-to spot for literature, business information, area attractions and history surrounding the town. Poteau is one of the fastest growing towns in southeast Oklahoma, and the Chamber works diligently to continue that trend.

Visit Bartlesville
Bartlesville

With a mission to advance the local economy and improve the community’s quality of life, Visit Bartlesville promotes all tourism offerings of the city. The end goal is to market Bartlesville as a premier destination for everything from leisure travel and film production to conventions and special events. 

Visit Broken Arrow
Broken Arrow

Bringing greater tourism numbers to, and enhancing the economic opportunities of, the city of Broken Arrow is the mission at Visit BA. The company markets a variety of attractions – from outdoor oases like the nationally recognized Ray Harral Nature Park to shopping and dining, hotels and conference spaces.

Visit Claremore
Claremore

Promoting Claremore’s rich history and promising future, Visit Claremore hosts a variety of events and enacts numerous marketing strategies to enhance the city’s opportunity and educate tourists. The entity bolsters the Claremore economy via promotion of hotels, museums, amenities, attractions, shops and parks. 

Visit Oklahoma City
OKC

The goal at Visit OKC is to promote the state’s capital as a first-class visitor destination. Alongside these promotional efforts, Visit OKC contributes to the economic well-being of the city and its citizens through public and private partnerships, as well as quality-of-life projects and improvements. 

Visit Ponca City
Ponca City

Marketing this northeastern Oklahoma city as a perfect destination for state-of-the-art museums, outstanding historical architecture, numerous murals, art exhibits, retail shops and dining excursions, Visit Ponca City aims to improve the lives of its citizens and the state at large. 

Visit Tulsa
Tulsa

Helmed by Tulsa Regional Tourism, Visit Tulsa offers tourists and locals alike a variety of helpful resources on the city – from attractions to local events, restaurants and places to stay. The mission at Visit Tulsa is simple: to attract people to Tulsa and bring diverse economic vitality to the region.

Transportation

Melton Truck Lines 
Tulsa

A trucker-focused company, Melton Truck Lines employs over 1,400 of the top drivers in the industry and has over 70 years of experience in the field. With an emphasis on taking care of its employees, Melton offers a variety of benefits, including career advancement, bonuses and being passenger-friendly.  

Tribal Enterprise

Cherokee Nation 
Catoosa

The Cherokee Nation – established in 1839 and with over 450,000 tribal citizens – operates with the mission of protecting its inherent sovereignty, preserving its values, culture and language, and improving quality of life for all citizens. The Nation oversees Cherokee Nation Businesses, with enterprises in hospitality and cultural and economic development, with subsidiaries like Cherokee Nation Entertainment and Cherokee Federal.

Chickasaw Nation 
Ada

The Chickasaw Nation, dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage, encourages and supports infrastructure for strong businesses through its various enterprises and its Small Business Development Center. The latter provides prospective and existing Chickasaw small businesses with counseling, training and specialized services.

Choctaw Nation 
Durant

With over 212,000 tribal members and over 12,000 employees, the Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian nation in the U.S. with a mission to provide opportunities for growth and prosperity. The Nation’s Division of Commerce generates substantial revenue to accelerate the success of the tribe. 

Citizen Potawatomi Nation 
Shawnee

Representing over 38,000 tribal members, Citizen Potawatomi Nation has a story that reaches back before written history. Today, CPN oversees a variety of tribal enterprises that provide valuable funding to the state – allowing citizens to create a substantial economic impact and further improve the prosperity of the Nation. Business enterprises range from recreation to dining, gaming and banking. 

Muscogee Nation 
Okmulgee

With nearly 100,000 citizens, the Muscogee Nation is the fourth largest tribe in the U.S. The Nation operates a variety of enterprises, including cultural tourism, gaming, business and higher learning. The Nation’s Department of Commerce aims to foster, promote and develop foreign and domestic business. 

Osage Nation 
Pawhuska

The Osage Nation, a resilient and enduring sovereign nation, operates with values that bolster education, economy, civic engagement, culture, health and natural resources. The Nation owns and operates numerous business enterprises that increase the Nation’s prosperity and add jobs to the state.

Seminole Nation
Wewoka

The Seminole Nation is dedicated to preserving its heritage through language retention programs and a historical preservation committee. Alongside a variety of business enterprises, the Nation offers a bevy of services to its citizens, including childcare, community development, environmental health and more.  

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