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Tuesday Aug 17, 2021
Tuesday Aug 17, 2021
On this episode I chatted with Mike Shepherd of Shepherd Oil in Blackwell Oklahoma.
"Shepherd Oil Company was founded in 1949 by Robert F. Shepherd, starting with a service station in Blackwell, Oklahoma. Mr. Shepherd built the business into a bulk wholesale jobbership with Champlin Refining and continued operating a state of the art service station thru the mid 1960’s. He later purchased a Phillips 66 bulk jobbership, expanding into wholesale deliveries to the oilfields, agricultural, and industrial markets in northern Oklahoma.
In 1974 a son, Mike Shepherd, purchased stock in the company and became a partner in the business. Shepherd oil evolved into the self-serve and convenience store business in the late seventies. They continued growing the marketership through a network of dealerships.
In 2001, Mike’s son Brindan entered the business and currently heads up all C-store operations. Brindan is actively pursuing new growth by expanding the retail footprint of the business.
In 2007 Zack Zimmerman, Mike’s son-in-law, entered the business and currently heads up all wholesale operations. Zack brings into the business new opportunities to ensure future growth of the wholesale and common carrier business.
Shepherd Oil was and still is based on the simple philosophy of its founder, “treat someone like you would want to be treated.” We are proud to serve the central United States with petroleum products and services. We are one of the oldest marketerships in the state of Oklahoma. Through a relationship with its customers of trust and integrity, Shepherd Oil Company is set to serve its customers, employees and family for generations to come."
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The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply.
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Friday Aug 13, 2021
Friday Aug 13, 2021
On this episode I chatted with Coleman Clark, President of BC Clark Jewelers in OKC. I know you are already singing the JINGLE in your head! The most famous Oklahoma Christmas JINGLE in the history of the state. BC Clark since 1892! Coleman shares some amazing family stories, 5 generations of jewelers in Oklahoma. The founding story, the heart of Oklahoman diamond story and more!
Huge shout out to our sponsors for their contained support.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply.
#thisisoklahoma
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Monday Aug 09, 2021
On this episode I chatted with Leah, Maile and Bria about this years Cookies & Cocktails event!! Happening this Friday!! Located at the incredible GS Western Oklahoma HQ - Camp Trivera. If you dont know what Cookies and Cocktails is listen in for all you need to know!
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https://www.gswestok.org/en/Donate/Cookies-Cocktails.html
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The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply. #thisisoklahoma
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
On this episode I chatted with return guest ( episode 30 ) Jeremie Kubicek. Jeremie is a business builder and has a fascinating path back to Oklahoma. Most of which we covered in out first interview in 2018! Jeremie began his career fresh out of college, by starting the Moscow Economic School and a marketing consulting business in Moscow, Russia with a group of colleagues. After moving back to the US, Jeremie began a successful role as VP, Marketing with a family company in distribution. After the company sold, Jeremie went to work for the venture capital firm that bought them helping assimilate the roll up of companies around the United States. During this time, Jeremie co-developed multiple e-commerce businesses as well. After a near tragic accident, Jeremie’s philosophy on life and work was transformed to partner in the creation of GiANT. Over the past 16 years, Jeremie has created many divisions of GiANT and in 2007, he and a group of investors acquired the John Maxwell entities, where the Catalyst Conferences were developed into a National brand along with Leadercast out of the Atlanta based GiANT offices. During that period of time Jeremie helped to successfully launch many programs and book launches with thought leaders such as John Maxwell, Henry Cloud, Mark Sanborn and many others. In 2013, Jeremie moved to London to partner with Steve Cockram on the expansion of GiANT Worldwide. Since then GiANT has been implementing a 21st Century people development system that truly works. Working with companies in over 14 countries, over 100 GiANT’s are known for their unique style of development and the visual tools and language that spread to over 90% of employee bases. TIME TO BUILD YOUR SIDE HUSTLE! If you’re looking to build a profitable side hustle that also impacts people, then you need to look at becoming a certified Leadership Coach with GiANT.If you don’t already know, GiANT has been in the leadership space for over 13 years. They used to own and operate the John Maxwell Brands, they ran the Leadercast Conferences where Jim Collins, Henry Cloud, Malcolm Gladwell, and Simon Sinek were regular speakers, and a lot more. They have over 500 coaches, working in over 127 Countries, and their coaches are being hired by companies like Chick-fil-A, Pfizer, Delta, and more. And yes, you can do this too. GiANT literally gives you everything you need to start your own coaching business from scratch: • You get hands-on training from top level coaches to learn the exact methodology and tools that six-figure coaches are using... • An all-in-one online platform to run your entire coaching business - even if you want to work 100% remotely • And you’ll get to join a thriving community coaches around the world To get started, GiANT is hosting a Coaching Business workshop to help you learn the ins and outs of how to build a successful coaching business (even if you’re just starting out). This workshop is 100% free, and you can reserve your spot by going to giant.tv/thisisoklahoma If you’re ready to impact people and get paid to do it, go to giant.tv/thisisoklahoma
Huge shout out to our sponsors for their contained support.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply. #thisisoklahoma
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
On this episode I chatted with Stephen and Whitney about their involvement in Greenwood Rising. Greenwood Rising is the legacy project of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Commission. We talk about all the details in the building and how it remembers the victors and survivors.
“Greenwood Rising will educate Oklahomans and Americans about the Race Massacre and its impact on the state and Nation; remember its victims and survivors, and create an environment conducive to fostering sustainable entrepreneurship and heritage tourism within the Greenwood District specifically, and North Tulsa generally.””
— Senator Matthews
Whitney Stauffer, partner, Selser Schaefer Architects
Stephen Dinnen AIA, LEED AP, designer, Selser Schaefer Architects (lead designer for Greenwood Rising)
Selser Schaefer Architects: www.selserschaefer.com
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Friday Jul 30, 2021
Friday Jul 30, 2021
On this episode I chatted with fellow SNU Golf Alum and friend Gerod Black. Gerod came to Oklahoma to study at SNU like myself. He grew up in West Texas playing golf as a kid. Practiced hard and played for Midland Junior College. If you look at the history books Midland Junior College is one of the best! As Gerod explains, walking around country clubs in the area wearing the colleges logo definitely helped your appearance.
Since graduating from SNU Gerod and his wife Callie stayed in OKC and started a family. Gerod is in his second year of a new insurance business. partnering with fellow golfer and OSU superstar Brandon Weeden.
https://www.hometowninsurance.us/contact/gerod-black
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Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
On this episode I chatted with Libby Ross about Sample Oklahoma. Sample Oklahoma is an Oklahoma specific e-commerce business that sells Oklahoma Vendor boxes containing Oklahoma made products. Products ship directly to customers and the proceeds will go to local Oklahoma nonprofit organizations. Entrepreneurs will gain a platform to share their story about their business all across Oklahoma and increase their sales. Their participation in Sample Oklahoma will help to highlight and support our Oklahoma non-profit organizations. For more information go to sampleok.com
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Monday Jul 26, 2021
Monday Jul 26, 2021
On this episode I chatted with Mary about her lavender farm located in Paul's Valley Oklahoma. Located just west of I-35, our new and expanding family owned lavender farm provides several varieties of walk-through and U-pick lavenders, as well as rosemary! Come walk around our beautiful farm, take pictures, enjoy the lavender, wildflowers, daylilies, and experience nature! Picnic area, gift shop with lavender products and lavender plants for sale are coming. Available by appointment only. Join us on Facebook, look for updates and watch us grow!! www.facebook.com/lakeviewlavenderfarm
This podcast is presented by Oklahoma Agritourism. Hundreds of Farms and ranches across the state invite you to explore and experience the intersection of agriculture and tourism - Oklahoma's growing adventure. Pet a pig, help with a harvest, lie around at the lodge, wind down with a wine and more. However you want to experience agriculture, let Oklahoma Agritourism be your guide, Start your adventure at www.oklahomaagritourism.com
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Friday Jul 23, 2021
Friday Jul 23, 2021
On this episode I chatted with Sports Anchor Carson Cunningham. Born and raised in Oklahoma, KOCO 5 sports reporter and anchor Carson Cunningham is proud to cover some of the best teams in the nation right here in his home state.
Cunningham grew up in Edmond, OK, and earned his bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism with a minor in sports media at Oklahoma State University. He got his start in journalism at OSU working for the student newspaper, The Daily O'Collegian, as a beat writer and worked his way up to sports editor.
After graduation, Cunningham first worked producing video reports covering OSU athletics for Palestra.net. He was then hired by KFOR-TV in Oklahoma City as Sports Reporter/Photographer and also worked at KWTV in Oklahoma City as a Sports Reporter/Anchor, before joining KOCO 5.
Cunningham loves to chat about sports as much as cover them. You can hear his latest thoughts on everything in the sports world on his "Goin' HAM" podcast," which you can find on KOCO.com. He's also active on twitter, follow him at www.twitter.com/KOCOCarson
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Wednesday Jul 21, 2021
Wednesday Jul 21, 2021
On this episode I chatted with Brink Models agency owner and Omō Consulting owner, Heather Gardner. Heather has a fantastic story, growing up in Mustang and getting her height from her father who played basketball at OSU. Heather was scouting early to be a model and spent her teens modeling around the country. Before going to college Heather became a missionary for the Mormon Church and spent a 1.5 years. Returning to Oklahoma Heather studied at UCO here in Edmond studying Interior Design with a minor in Art History. There's so much more to the story that you will hear in this episode. Notables: winning Mrs Oklahoma, Opening a Modeling Agency and now working in Construction.
For more information go to
https://www.instagram.com/omoconsulting/
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