Dreamers & Doers Podcast by Loveworks Leadership

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 123. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Being a leader is finding a need and filling it - Start where you are, use what you have, do what you can do - You have been made exactly the way you are supposed to be To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/08/26/episode-123-progress-over-perfect-with-michael-hirsch/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 122. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Seek happiness and peace as you are striving to meet your goals - If you feel like you're falling through the cracks, SPEAK UP! - Make sure to take time to pause to refocus and find your balance To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/08/15/episode-122-your-voice-is-worth-being-heard-with-laura-carnagie/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 121. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - No matter where you are you can grow and develop - Find like-minded people - You are never too old to dream To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/08/12/episode-121-bloom-where-you-are-planted-with-christine-stern/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 120. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Seek out people who are one step ahead of you - Get out of your comfort zone to better yourself - Look at the first step as an exploration instead of a commitment - Be vulnerable and brave enough to share your ideas To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/08/08/episode-120-exploring-ideas-with-cody-blake/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 119. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: - Practicing mindfulness keeps you present in the moment - Define success in order to determine the steps needed to take - As a leader, remember people are watching how you respond - Taking notes reaffirms and validates your ideas - We can do big things if we work together To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/07/26/episode-119-we-can-do-big-things-in-our-community-with-justin-brown/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 118. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: - Try everything and pay attention to how it makes you feel - Embrace mentoring relationships to help you grow - When you encounter obstacles, is when you develop your work ethic - Everyone will face limitations, it's about adversity - Put your blinders on and grow yourself - You never know who is going to help you and encourage you along the way To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/07/19/episode-118-discovering-what-is-meant-for-you-with-alexis-snelling/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 117. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: - If you're going to dream, make sure to write it down - Surround yourself with people who will affirm your ambitions - You may not get the results you want right now but it will lead you somewhere else that will - When it comes to your dreams you just need to go out and do it - You may not always get what you want but you can compromise and move on To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/07/12/episode-117-pay-attention-to-your-passion-with-alex-greenlee/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 116. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: -Build a strong foundation within yourself -Root your foundation in something that will last -Make sure your heart is postured correctly towards your dreams -Find a mop and just get to work -One decision can change your future or someone else's future To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/07/06/episode-116-whos-telling-you-who-you-are-with-markus-mcfolling/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 115. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Pursue what you know you are meant to do - Find a passion that makes you happy and excited to wake up in the morning - Don't be afraid to ask for help, and do your research - Let's go for it, let's do it together - The sky is the limit, do it To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/06/30/episode-115-dream-big-dreams-and-complete-big-dreams-with-brittany-and-madison-lee/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 114. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Set expectations for yourself - Relying on faith to create the perfect path - Using your skills to help the people around you - The beauties that come after making sacrifices - Don't be afraid to say yes, and try something new To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/06/27/episode-114-dont-be-afraid-to-let-your-dreams-change-with-marissa-mccurtain/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 113. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: -Stay curious, continue to learn and try new things -Believe in your team and believe in what you are doing -Know yourself and know your goals -There is a time for everything -Always have good intentions To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/05/31/episode-113-what-if-it-works-with-hira-javaid/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 112. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: -Set goals for yourself to make your dreams a reality -All it takes is one person to encourage you -Effort will come naturally when you are passionate about your dream -Be who you are and do what you love To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/05/26/episode-112-be-who-you-are-with-rita-long/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 111. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Make those who invested in you proud of what you do - Don't miss an opportunity that you may regret - Have confidence in your abilities - The answer is never no, it should be yes or let me get back to you To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/05/26/episode-111-dont-say-no-with-mike-glover

Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Even if you don't know what you want to do, do what you enjoy - If you throw enough mud at the wall something will eventually stick - Just keep active and will lead you to your dreams - If you don't try, you'll never know - Always challenge yourself to do what other people are not trying -Have a dream and keep trying different things, you will eventually find your way To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/05/24/episode-110-stay-interested-with-max-arguile/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast #109 . At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Explore your options so that you can discover your true passion - It's easy to go to work when you're having fun - You never know when you're going to get a yes, so keep asking - Focus on yourself and how to be the best version of you To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/05/10/episode-109-strike-while-the-strip-is-hot-with-kyle-allison

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 108. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Perfectionism holds you back - throw it out the window! - Block and tackle your way to achieving your dreams - Nothing worth earning in this lifetime just drops in your lap - Start your day with a moment of calm meditation or prayer - be present, find clarity, and set intentions for the day - Keep a gratitude journal - if you enter your day with gratitude, good things will come! - Read to learn about what you want to do To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/05/03/episode-108-do-well-to-do-good-with-rana-diorio/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 107. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key Takeways: - Do your best at whatever you do - The magic comes from providing the tools and support others need to pursue their dreams - Be kind to yourself - Anything you can do calmly you will do better - If you feel good about yourself you can make those around you better To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/04/26/episode-107-whatever-you-do-dream-big-with-ian-sandler/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 106. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: -be strong individually but also there is strength in teamwork -slow yourself down so that you can be present in every step -creative expression is best when it is shared -take one small step of action towards your dream -be yourself even if it feels weird To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/05/02/episode-106-slow-down-to-speed-up-with-whitney-gale/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 105. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: -Surround yourself with the people who will pressure you to move toward your goals -Celebrate the small goals you achieve -Hard work and a plan are necessary to be prepared to reach your goals -If you want to do something, go for it To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/04/11/episode-105-baby-steps-to-achieve-big-goals-with-amanda-kenny/

Hi Dreamers and Doers! We believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too young to do your dream. This week's episode is with Taylor Bishop. Taylor is a freshman at the University of Oklahoma and the current Miss Sooner State. Taylor is the founder of “Digging DEEPer into Diversity,” a social impact initiative that empowers individuals of all ages to dig DEEPer into diversity by discovering the issues faced by marginalized communities, evaluating their own awareness, educating themselves, and participating in solutions that help us secure better prospects for future generations. As a bi-racial young woman, she has been affected by the realities of racism. These experiences prompted her to encourage active, candid conversations about race and difference. She began her advocacy at 12 years old and has partnered with different organizations over the years like the Spero Project, Black Lives Matter OKC, Poetry and Chill, and Rose State College. This June, she will vie for the job of Miss Oklahoma at the Miss Oklahoma competition hosted at the River spirit resort in Tulsa. Key Takeaways: - Respond with grace to negativity - Educate yourself about the injustices around you - Reach out and get involved - Advocate for the change you believe in - Push yourself and make yourself proud For more, visit our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/04/12/episode-104-advocating-for-change-with-taylor-bishop/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 103. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Stephanie Williams serves as the Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) for the Norman Public Schools, a district known for its innovative excellence. Stephanie oversees the district's commitment to ensuring DEI is a cultural strength. For almost 20 years Stephanie has been a noteworthy leader in the education profession, receiving the Oklahoma Assistant Principal of the Year Award in 2018. Key takeaways: - Be true to who you are and embrace change - Find a job where you feel like you're making a difference every day. - Make reading and educating yourself an ongoing habit in your life. - It's okay if you want to do something that hasn't been done before, you can be a pioneer! To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/04/11/episode-103-if-you-can-do-anything-be-kind-with-stephanie-williams/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 102. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Content Warning: Includes a short discussion of a personal story in which our guest loses their friend to a drug overdose Key takeaways: -Look for sparks in your life, it doesn't have to be your job -If you want to be a CEO, find that thing that you are best at and surround yourself with others to support you in doing that -You can learn something from everyone  To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/03/24/episode-102-unending-support-with-alice-young

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 101. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Know your strengths and surround yourself with others whose strengths are your weaknesses - Listen and learn from the lessons of others - Never let someone tell you that it cannot be done - There's always a way, you just have to find it - Where you start may not be where you finish, but it could be better - If you keep working at it, it will get better To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/03/21/episode-101-there-is-always-a-way-with-heather-smith/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 100. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: - Dreams can shift so prepare yourself as you pursue each one - Allow what you see in the world to spur you to do something about it - Everyone has an important role to play - There is no dream too big, just take the next step - Don't get distracted from what you really want to do - Be humble and work hard - Don't allow your circumstances to define who you are To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/03/22/episode-100-the-reward-of-service-with-dave-willis/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 99. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Content Warning: Discussion of underage drinking Key takeaways: -One person can make a big difference -Leading others through positive influence -Don't lose your passion, stick with it and you will change the world To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/03/07/episode-99-learning-to-take-responsibility-with-kim-henry/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 98. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: -Surround yourself with people who may not agree with you but those are committed to the same mission -It's okay to fail as long as you do something about it -Consider every opportunity that comes your way, you never know where it may lead To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/02/26/episode-98-stay-encouraged-with-lance-seeright/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 97. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: -The power of mentorship -You are normal, you don't need to conform -You cannot get to tomorrow without starting today so start today. To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/02/21/episode-97-untraditional-with-derrick-sier/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast # 96. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeways: -Set yourself up for success when you're young -Put on shoes; it will help you be more productive -Use your talents to serve others -Get a clear direction of your dream and your why To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/02/07/episode-96-share-your-dreams-with-angela-williams/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast #95. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Elybeth Aquino uses her voice to empower individuals. She instructs with encouragement at an Indoor Cycling Studio, Cyclebar in Oklahoma City, where she shares her love for movement. She is also the host of the Flavored Tea Podcast - a podcast that shares conversations about growth as a minority. Key takeways: -The power of words and affirmations -Keep being yourself -Get better 1% every day -Start with small habits and surround yourself with motivation, whether in people resources To learn more about our guest check out our show notes https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/02/01/episode-95-words-have-power-with-elybeth-acquino/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast #94. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Key takeaways: -The power of your why -It takes a team to dream and do, find people that complement your strengths -Reject “it's too much” -Constantly ask why To learn more about our guest check out our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/01/24/episode-94-ask-why-constantly-with-mike-morgan/

Welcome to the Loveworks dreamers and doers Podcast 93. At Loveworks we believe you are NEVER too young to be a dreamer and NEVER too old to do your dream. Our hope with Dreamers & Doers podcast is that each week's special guests will connect with you wherever you find yourself today and inspire you to become the best version of yourself for tomorrow. Les Thomas Sr was born and raised in Oklahoma City. He has nearly a 20 year background as an accountant for the United States Air Force, but you may not guess that with what he's up to these days. Les is the Area Director for Youth for Christ, USA in Oklahoma City as well as the bombastic Gameday Host for the OSU Cowboys so you may or definitely will hear Les at a football game or basketball game serving up even more energy than the crowd, that's the powerhouse we're about to meet. He's also an avid musician and author of the book Three Levels of Influence, a book on the power of mentorship. Key Takeaways: -Your mistakes don't define you -The difference between good people vs great people -Preparation happens when no one is looking For more, visit our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/01/17/episode-93-called-to-greatness-with-les-thomas-sr/

Anna was born and raised in Lawton, Oklahoma, but currently resides in Oklahoma City. She attended the University of Oklahoma graduating with a Bachelors in Psychology. She spent her time being involved with leadership through organizations like OU Dance Marathon and LoveWorks. Anna is currently studying Dental Hygiene at the OU College of Dentistry. She enjoys being her class Vice President, conducting student research, and serving at Good Shepherd. Upon graduation in May, she plans on working in a pediatric office where she can create a positive experience for patients and to be the difference for them. Her emphasis is on recognizing health literacy and patient education. Key Takeaways: -Creating a vision for your life -Moving forward by doing to find your dream -Leadership and community impact -Changing the world through service and your job -Working hard, making sacrifices, and putting forth effort to reach dreams For more, visit our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/01/10/episode-92-find-joy-in-community-impact-with-anna-boucher/

Jonathan Pitts is an author, speaker and the executive pastor at Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee. He previously served as the executive director at the Urban Alternative, the national ministry of Dr. Tony Evans. Jonathan has co-authored two books alongside his late wife, Wynter Pitts. He is also President and co-founder of For Girls Like You Ministries, an equipping and resourcing ministry for tween girls and their parents. Jonathan is the father of four daughters and was blessed with fifteen intentional years of marriage to Wynter. Key Takeaways: -You don't have to fit inside the box or conform to be accepted -Think about how to cultivate dreaming AND doing -Dreamers, put it into action because it will help you dream bigger -Doers, take the time to dream and write down the possibilities without limits -Perseverance and carrying on a legacy For more, visit our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2022/01/03/episode-91-you-dont-have-to-fit-inside-the-box-with-jonathan-pitts/

Ed Copelin grew up in Western Oklahoma and came to Norman to work in the energy and banking industries until establishing his office supply company amid the 1980s Oil Bust. Copelin's Office Center has been a fixture near the corner of University Boulevard and Main Street for many years, evolving with the times to capture new business in a changing market. Today, the store is known as much for its teaching tools and toys as it is for its office supplies and its office furniture. Ed has been married to his wife, Lin, for 50 years, and they share the family business with their three children, Jill, Chad and Brad. Abram Beck Atchley is a vivacious ten year old who enjoys baseball and choir. Alongside his business partner, fellow 4th grader and best bud, Duke Alvis who loves math, football, and ice cream, they joined the Loveworks Business Boot Up program and started The Bros Know company in order to begin their journey of entrepreneurship. Key Takeaways: -Entrepreneurs take risk -Relationships are key/be involved with your community -Adapt to your customer -The value of a good partner

Courtney Bullard has lived in the Tulsa area for 20 years. She is a graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma. Courtney has been involved in ministry to teenage girls since 2001 and is the founder of I.D. Ministries, which focuses on reaching and empowering teenage girls, with the message of Christ's love. In 2011, she felt God calling her to build a home for girls in Ghana, Africa. Together, she and her husband began working to establish The Pearl House. (thepearlhouse.org) Courtney is a public speaker and co-author of the book, “The Same Page.” Courtney serves as The Pearl House Executive Director and CEO. In addition to the many girls in Ghana, Courtney loves and adores her two precious daughters at home in Oklahoma. Key Takeaways: -Dreamers, make to do lists to make sure you do your dream -Surround yourself with people who will speak truth into your life and not add to the fears -Know where your worth and value are rooted in For more, visit our show notes at https://loveworksleadership.blog/2021/12/27/episode-90-hope-overcomes-fear-with-courtney-bullard/

From his fuzzy red suit and his long white hair and beard to the reindeer who pulled his sleigh, we all know jolly st. nick who distributes presents to kids all around the world. Beside every good man is an even better woman, she is known for making cookies with the elves, caring for the reindeer, and preparing toys with her husband. Key Takeaways: - Find the joy in what you do - Find your voice, help others find theirs - Teamwork is essential and organization is the key to success

Noah is a junior at Bixby high school, where he is a multi-sport athlete and member of the Spartan state championship football team that is currently enjoying a 49 consecutive game winning streak. Noah maintains a 4.0 GPA and has earned a score of 31 on the ACT. Outside of school, Noah enjoys competing in triathlons and he has completed 5 half marathons. As well, Noah is a leader in the youth group at Anthem Church and has participated in missionary ventures to Mexico, Romania, Turkey, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. Noah also enjoys backpacking and trekking. He helped facilitate a multi-day trek through the desert of Big Bend National Park and he is currently training to summit Mount Kilimanjaro in March, 2022.

Jory is a dad first, an entrepreneur second. He hopes to inspire others to be confident & comfortable in their own creativity. His goal is to make sure he leaves an inheritance to his children's children. Aidan is a 17 year-old incoming Junior in high school. He's had various volunteering experiences through both Loveworks and other camps throughout the years, and is one of the founding members of Wrist World, and he is actively working for the marketing team, specializing in art and graphics. His favorite activities include volunteering, tabletop games, and reading.

Nathan Tate is the associate pastor at Summit Church in Oklahoma. He serves in the areas of local and global missions. He has been in ministry for over 35 years serving as a student pastor, worship pastor, associate pastor and lead pastor. His passion in ministry is caring for people and serving those who live in the margins of life. His job allows him to partner with local and global missions partners to assist them in accomplishing their goals in their communities. Summit Church currently works with several local ministries and agencies in OKC, Norman & Newcastle. He has been married to his wife, Sharla, for almost 32 years, and he has two children, Lauren & Nicholas, and one granddaughter, Declynn. His passion for serving people in need caused he and his wife to start a foundation called Bay Island Impact. This foundation partners with missionaries in the Bay Islands of Honduras by raising funds for their ministries, sponsoring mission teams to take short-term mission trips, funding and building homes for families and other construction projects as needed, etc.

Jared Deck is an award-winning musician, business owner, and work-at-home dad. ​ While earning a BA in Music Performance at Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Jared worked at a factory to pay the bills and pursue his passion for music. He went on to own a retail cell phone dealership and was a partner in an independent insurance agency. In 2016, Jared won the Woody Guthrie Songwriting Contest and was named to Rolling Stone's Top 10 New Artists You Need To Know. Today, Jared is a professional musician and an active member of our community. He is a member of Local American Federation of Musicians and currently serves on the boards for several local organizations, including Variety Care, Moore Norman Technology Center, ACLU of Oklahoma, and SWOSU Alumni Association. He is also a member of the Sooner Rotary Satellite Club. Malachi, age 12, has been building and making things since he was young. At age 4, he took the training wheels off a bike, grabbed a board and tried to make a skateboard with them. He started Malachi's Workshop when he was 8. He learned about the Children's Business Fair in Oklahoma City and came up with the idea to make and sell birdhouses and it has grown from there. He enjoys running, playing his violin, basketball and has dairy goats. He dreams of owning his own ranch someday. He wants to be a carpenter (he already is!) and plans to study mechanical engineering in college.

Cassidy is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelors in Human Relations and minors in Nonprofit Organizational Studies and Spanish. She has been married to her husband Duke since June of 2020, and they live in Norman with their two dogs, Bennie and Piper. After living in the Dominican Republic for several months, working as an intern for Makarios International, her desire to see people's physical and spiritual needs met increased, and she joined the Development world. She is thankful every day for the opportunity to work for Water4 and make a sustainable impact on the well-being of peoples lives. Cassidy joined the Water4 team in spring 2021. She was previously at the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, where she served as a Programs Coordinator for the Food and Resource Center in Moore. She also works part-time for The University of Oklahoma's Pride of Oklahoma Marching Band as a Game Day Guest Coordinator. Boomer Sooner! Cassidy loves to spend time with people, go on walks, drink coffee, and go rock climbing.

Daniela Cooper Marr is a baker in Norman, Oklahoma who specializes in birthday and wedding cakes. She trained at the San Francisco Cooking School in California after graduating from the University of Oklahoma. She enjoys cooking for others, puzzles, and going on walks with her husband, Nick, and their dog, Lando. Ella is ten years old and the founder of Little Bead. She attends Evergreen Acton Academy and has previously sold her product at an Acton Business Fair at the Norman Farmer's Market. She is also an excellent singer and has performed in two musicals at her school, and is preparing for a musical at her church. Her favorite color is pink and her favorite game is Uno.

Dawn graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, and later with an MBA. For years, Dawn worked as an engineer and, later, as a manager at a large aerospace company, until her creative side called her to pursue her dream of writing children's books. Her books include The Night Baafore Christmas, The Night Baafore Easter, The Night Baafore the First Day of School, Counting Elephants and her most recent release, Once Upon a Christmas. Dawn is also a math enthusiast. When she's not busy writing and reading, she can be found doing math problems, sometimes just because... In high school, Dawn's dream was to have a math equation named after her, but now, she believes having her name on the cover of books is a million times better!

Grace is an OU senior from Peoria, Arizona.  She is studying Biomedical Engineering and plays shortstop for the OU softball team.  Her team won the title of the 2021 Women's College World Series Champion and she was recently named as an All-American Athlete.  Grace recently launched her very own apparel line called BATL, a line featured at American Lifestyle 48 in Phoeniz, Arizona.

While Allen was born in Oklahoma, his family relocated to Wyoming where they started their family business, Timco Service and Supply. Timco is an Oil field equipment supplier that now has offices in both Central Wyoming and Oklahoma City.  Allen started sweeping floors and dusting shelves when he was just 10 years old.  After getting married and settling down in Virginia with his wife received a call from his father to return to Wyoming to help with the family business. He knew nothing about running a business except a few classes in accounting and computers.  Blessed to have a business mentor that helped see the potential and future of the company, they expanded their products and sales efforts. Allen has successfully managed the business for over 33 years, becoming a business partner in 1994. He met his wife on a high school  mission trip to Guatemala and has two grown sons, one of which works in the family business.  In addition to running Timco, he has also served the community as an EMT, deputy coroner and as a board member for several local non-profit organizations. He currently volunteers as a business mentor for SCORE, the largest network of free volunteer small business mentors in the nation and serves at LifeChurch Moore as an Operations Team member. Jack's Jellies is a family run business started in 2021 by 4th grader Jack Rosas. Jack and his mother Erin spend a lot of time in the kitchen together cooking so when Erin showed Jack the process of making pepper jelly, Jack's Jellies was born. Jack's Jellies are homemade using a simple recipe, come in several flavors from smokey to sweet, and each batch is crafted with love.

Mr. Sannan Khan is a certified associate chartered accountant by education and training, and an entrepreneur by heart. He has worked as a financial analyst and in strategic roles for six years with various multinational and leading national consultancy companies. He wanted to give back to society, so he left his corporate career and started Pakistan's first self-sustainable social startup, Foster Learning Pakistan. Foster Flagship Training is 2-month practical leadership and entrepreneurship program to socially and economically empower low income youth of Pakistan. It started from one of the very remote cities of Southern Punjab, Layyah with one group and now has completed  40 groups in over 30 cities in Pakistan, impacting over 60,000 fellows, trained by a dedicated team of 58 young enthusiasts. Key Takeaways: -Switching careers from corporate to non-profit -Recognizing privilege and helping those less fortunate -Perseverance and collaboration -Expect many no's, you only need one yes to get started

Sooner Chilled is a student led company, composed of members who are dedicated to growing together in knowledge of the entrepreneurial industry while uniting the OU community through a product that both fulfills their beverage chilling needs and spreads Sooner pride. Josh Robinson is a junior from Norman, OK. He's majoring in Entrepreneurship at OU with a Pre-Law focus. He serves on the Marketing Committee and Operations Committee of Sooner Chilled. Josh enjoys developing relationships through his faith with his family and friends. Zach Munjas is from Allen Texas. He is currently double majoring in finance and entrepreneurship. He is the Vice president of of finance of sooner chilled. Zach's passions include sports, stocks, and sneakers.

Brian Weisfeld has always built businesses – from a gummy bear business as a kid, to IMAX Corporation and Coupons.com more recently. Brian is the Founder of The Startup Squad, an initiative dedicated to empowering girls to reach their potential and follow their dreams, whatever their passions. The Startup Squad, the first book in the series, was published by Macmillan Publishers in May, 2019. Brian lives in Silicon Valley with his wife and two daughters.

Mike is passionate about saving lives and helping companies manage operations through effective communication of weather risks to businesses and the public. He was a co-founder of Weather Decision Technologies in 2000 and was the President and CEO for the 18 years in operation until the business was sold to DTN in late 2018. Mike then ran the 700-person Weather Business Unit of DTN for 2.5 years, leaving them in March 2021 to form his own consulting business. At present he consults with numerous companies in the weather industry, helping them with strategy and mergers and acquisitions. Before founding WDT, Mike worked at the National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL) for 16 years, the last 7 as the Assistant Director. He has 3 degrees from the University of Oklahoma: B.S. and M.S. in Meteorology and an MBA. Today he is pursuing his photography passion and being an entrepreneur by launching a new business with his two daughters, Weather and Nature Photography. Brothers Levi and Nathanael Park started Sporty Sweetz as a way to combine two things they love—cookies and sports. They spent several years living abroad in Thailand, where they started their first business, a driveway stand selling snacks, when Levi was just starting kindergarten. Now in the third and fourth grade, they are avid football card collectors and love playing a variety of sports, from baseball to flag football to daily GaGa ball matches at school.

Dr. Calvin Battle is the founder and Senior Pastor of the “Destiny Center”, a thriving church located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Pastor Calvin is also the author of the best selling “How to receive from God: the good life simple”. Selected as one of the 40 most influential leaders under 40 in Tulsa, Oklahoma by the Tulsa Business Journal Calvin has consulted some of the largest corporations and churches known. Mr. Battle advises politicians on a variety of levels of government and serves on several boards possessing a gambit of education, knowledge and experience, in Computer Engineering, Marketing, Theology, Graphic Design and much more. A proud alumni of Harvard University, From the University of Alabama to World Harvest Bible College to Oral Roberts University, a permanent student always looking to learn. Loving to laugh and making others smile, determined to see hurts, bondages, fears removed all to be exchanged for the joy that only a Savior King can provide. Born in Huntsville, Al and currently residing in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with his wife English Battle and his daughters Amariah and Hannah Pastor Battle is well traveled having preached in well over 47 nations. Key Takeaways: -Leadership is influence (but influence is not leadership) -Be receptive to opportunities -Live into unique talents and situations

Rachel Dennis is the owner and operator of Rachel's Bakery. She's had the incredible opportunity to own her own bakery since she was thirteen years old. Baking is something that she has always enjoyed doing since she was little. She remembers making banana bread and it was always the highlight of her day. To this day it still is, but in a much different way now than before. You can find Rachel's baked goods at conscious community co-op in Edmond as well as in season at Norman farmers market. Cami Kennedy is 9 years old and in 4th grade at Evergreen Acton She is the proud founder of Stuck on you by Cami. She makes stickers and magnets for all ages as well as custom stickers for your family or your business.  Cami loves dinosaurs, space, legos and of course stickers!