2025 Honorees
Meet the Cowboy100
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1. PigTracks
Mitchell Sims '08
College of Education and Human Sciences
With over 32 million miles of pipelines powering out nation, ensuring their safety and reliability is critical. At PigTracks, we empower the world's leading pipeline companies by transforming how they manage and maintain their infrastructure. Our cutting-edge platform aggregates critical data from diverse sources into a single source of truth, simplifying decision-making and streamlining operations. Equipped with advanced tolls for data analysis, reporting, and compliance, PigTracks enables operators to confidently tackle challenges like aging infrastructure and regulatory requirements. We are here to safeguard pipelines, protect communities, and help power American progress.
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2. LEAD Training, LLC
Starla Halcomb ’92, ’97, & ‘07
College of Education and Human Science
Brandon Halcomb ’97
Elijah Halcomb '24
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
LEAD Training, LLC is a Native American, economically disadvantaged, woman-owned small business delivering cutting-edge training that allows organizations and government agencies to grow in their missions and empowers team members to do their best work. The CEO has a Ph.D. in education and more than 30 years of experience in training, curriculum development, instructional design, and education consulting. LEAD has facilitated over 55,000 hours of training to over 16,000 students in over 12 countries and all 50 states. The dedicated LEAD team delivers customized, research-based solutions that ensure performance improvement, save training dollars, and align with our clients' goals.
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3. Renovation & Construction Services
Mitch Myers ’95 & ’99
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Spears School of Business
Grant Barron ’10
Furgeson College of Agriculture
Renovation and Construction Services (RCS) has been a reliable Tulsa construction company since 2017. Integrity, quality, teamwork, safety, and communication are their core values. That defines the foundation for which this company was founded. Their team is up for every job, managing projects with the skill and experience our clients have come to expect. They always stand behind their work, with customer satisfaction being their #1 priority.
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4. Alegacy
Bob Nickles ’89
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Alegacy Group was formed in 2013 by Bob Nickles. During early meetings, the culture and intent of leaving “a legacy” with any new venture became apparent; thus was Alegacy born. Alegacy Equipment was created with the intent to become the premier independent gas compressor packager. In the first ten years of Alegacy Equipment, the company has already sold over $2.1 billion, which equates to more than 2.5 million horsepower representing over 2,500 new compressor packages.
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5. NeoInsulation
Justin Mecklenburg ’94 (Mecklenburg)
Spears School of Business
David Morris ’01
College of Education and Human Science
NeoInsulation engineers superior insulation solutions with innovative applications for today's energy infrastructure. They have insulated over 6,000 facilities across North America and have never experienced a single freeze failure. Their patented insulation solutions ensure that your facility keeps flowing even in the harshest of environments. Whether you insulate for freeze mitigation or personnel protection from hot pipes, NeoInsulation has you covered!
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6. Bedlam Law
John Alberts '87
College of Arts and Science
In an industry focused on people being adversarial, Bedlam Law promotes a resolution-minded solution to legal issues involving family law cases including divorce and estate planning. They encourage mediation, avoiding trial, and resolving things without a drawn-out and costly legal battle. They believe this leaves a relationship between parents that allows them to co-parent children moving forward. Bedlam Law and Bison Law Firm, their sister firm, service all of Oklahoma with their unique brand of law.
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7. AAON
Stephen Wakefield ’99
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Founded in 1988, AAON is a leading producer of commercial HVAC systems. AAON engineers and manufactures semi-custom and custom HVAC equipment and has operations in Tulsa, OK, Longview, TX, Kansas City, MO, and Redmond, OR.
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8. Upside Interiors
Mitch Myers '95 & '99
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Spears School of Business
Marica Richards, principal designer of Upside Interiors, is a highly accomplished design visionary whose signature style is crafted with textural finds, organic elements, performance-driven materials, and functional beauty. Her fresh and vibrant take on trends with timeless design is her foundation. She has impeccable taste and extends a graceful manner throughout the client experience. Mitch Myers is the owner and CFO supporting Upside.
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9. Extract
Matt Gipson '04
Spears School of Business
Extract Companies is a private equity-backed oilfield service business, sponsored by White Deer Energy. Extract was formed as an organic start-up in 2017 with the ambition of improving unconventional oil and gas well production in the Mid-Continent and Permian Basin areas of the United States through technology innovations in artificial lift.
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10. Phase 2
Heath Clinton '93
College of Education and Human Science
Alison Grogan '06 & '08
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Matt Devane '05
Justin Blackwelder '02
Spears School of Business
Phase 2 is a custom software development company providing services in the design and development of web applications, mobile applications, enterprise-scale software solutions, and technology and process consulting. Phase 2 has been a trusted technology partner to large and innovative businesses in Oklahoma and across the country for 25 years. Inc. Best Workplace – 2021, 2022, & 2023. Phase 2 was named to the Inc. 5000 list as one of America's fastest-growing private companies in 2023.
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11. Speech & Beyond, LLC
Sarah Koehling '06 & '08
College of Arts and Sciences
Speech and Beyond is committed to enhancing the lives of our clients by providing specialized therapy services in a safe and ethical environment. Our mission is to support therapists passionate about improving children's lives, ensuring families in the Greater Tulsa area receive the highest quality care and achieve optimal therapy outcomes.
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12. Zeeco
Darton Zink ’94
Spears School of Business
Zeeco, headquartered in Tulsa, is the world leader in advanced combustion and environmental solutions. The company employs 2,000+ people across 25+ global locations and operates the world’s largest combustion research and test facility. Since 1979, Zeeco has completed 60,000+ projects helping industries meet global safety and environmental regulations.
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13. The Persimmon Group
Bill Fournet ’95
College of Arts and Science
The Persimmon Group is an Oklahoma-based management consulting organization known for its ability to solve complex problems with custom solutions for lasting success. Founded in 2004, The Persimmon Group has worked with companies of a wide variety of sizes and industries to solve their toughest challenges, from growth strategies to operational improvements. Persimmon has been recognized with numerous local, national, and international business awards.
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14. Kimray, Inc.
Thomas Hill III ’89
Tom Hill ’71
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Kimray is a world-class manufacturer of control equipment for the upstream oil and gas industry. Kimray employs more than 800 people at its headquarters in Oklahoma City and ten store locations around the United States. Kimray's mission is “Making a Difference in the Lives of Those We Serve.” By combining their efforts and working together, they can do more good, create more benefits, and make a bigger difference than any of us could do alone.
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15. Frugal Product Services LLP
Rupesh Garg '02
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Frugal Testing is a leader in software testing solutions, specializing in innovative and cost-effective services that ensure software reliability and performance. Our offerings include automated, performance, security, metaverse, and AR/AV testing, all tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. We have successfully collaborated with organization such as Dubai Police, Dubai Airports, and Emirates Airline, along with over 200 global clients.
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16. Stephenson Baggs & Guthrie LLC
Jonathan Baggs ‘00
College of Education and Human Science
Justin Stephenson ‘99
Spears School of Business
After their own individual successes in the insurance industry, former OSU roommates, Jonathan Baggs and Justin Stephenson joined forces in 2017 to establish a commercial agency, Stephenson Baggs & Guthrie. SBG experienced impressive growth almost immediately, reaching over 6 million in volume by 2022. With 6 locations across Oklahoma and Kansas, SBG & its affiliates now top 36 million in total premium, offering commercial, personal, farm/ranch, and health coverage to families and businesses across 7 states.
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17. Decisive Driver
Brad Finley ’84
Spears School of Business
Cowboy Driving Academy is Oklahoma’s oldest, largest, and best driving school, and they are here for just one reason: They coach every new driver to be an excellent decision-maker because effective decision-making behind the wheel saves lives. Period.
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18. Kate Smith Soirée, LLC
Katelin Smith '17
College of Education and Human Sciences
Kate Smith Soirée is a renowned baker specializing in French macarons. With a focus on creating unforgettable wedding experiences, Kate Smith Soirée brings elegance and artistry to every celebration, providing couples with custom confections that make their special day even sweeter.
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19. Big Elk Energy Systems
Geoff Hager ‘02
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Big Elk manufactures large-scale infrastructure equipment serving multiple industries including energy and aerospace. In 2018, Big Elk was listed as the fastest-growing manufacturer in America by Inc. Magazine. Headquartered in Tulsa with installations worldwide, Big Elk is home to the most talented and hardworking people in the manufacturing sector.
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20. Family Martial Arts
Alex Evers '13
Spears School of Business
Family Martial Arts, located in Enid and Edmond, OK, was founded by Alex Evers in 2018 and offers a comprehensive range of programs, including traditional martial arts classes, an after-school pick-up program, and summer camps. The school is dedicated to fostering discipline, confidence, and community engagement. Alex Evers, a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Certified instructor, emphasizes personal growth and community involvement through free self-defense seminars and bullyproofing workshops.
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21. Oklahoma Promo
Shannon Thompson ’94 & ’97
College of Education and Human Science
Spears School of Business
Todd Fimple ’93
College of Education and Human Science
Oklahoma Promo’s motto is: We will provide the BEST customer service in the industry! This includes timely responses, relevant product ideas and suggestions, quick turnaround times, and on-time delivery. They are not an order-taking company and don’t simply drop off or mail a catalog and wait for your call. They are an extension of your marketing team, and their job is to make your job easier.
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22. Thermal Specialties
Mitch Myers ’95 & ’99
Kent Charles ’95 & ’00
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Spears School of Business
Thermal Specialties is a family-owned custom manufacturer and service organization. They provide comprehensive solutions to meet their customers’ needs. From next-generation industrial furnace systems and heat-treating capabilities to refractory installation and repair and insulation materials, Thermal Specialties is the single-source provider for high-temperature thermal processing applications. Currently, Thermal Specialties operates in five regional locations including three in Oklahoma and two in Texas.
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23. Bertrem Products Inc.
Jeffrey Bertrem ’86
Spears School of Business
Bertrem Products has been supplying industries and municipalities with the best products and services since 1985. It is the company’s main goal not only to deliver quality products but also to provide nonparallel service to their customers.
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24. Glenn Partners
Briar Glenn ’02
Patrick Glenn ’96
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Glenn | Partners, founded in 2014, combines the expertise and leadership of Briar Glenn, President, and Patrick Glenn, Managing Principal. Their primary focus has always been on education and creating next-generation environments that respond to the ever-changing demands of schools. Together, they are dedicated to our clients' success in the pursuit of innovative and forward-thinking educational facilities that represent a personalized design process that builds trust and long-lasting relationships.
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25. Dream First Bank - Legacy Financial Inc.
Chris Floyd ’93 & ’95
Ferguson College of Agriculture
Established in 1906, Dream First Bank has cemented itself as one of the premier financial institutions in southwestern Kansas, growing 10 branches in nine communities. DFB is not just a bank, but a cornerstone of the communities it serves, focusing on its vision "Every Life We Touch is Improved!". DFB's commitment to excellence has helped it achieve the 2019 Extraordinary Bank of the Year as well as being inducted into the 2022 Extraordinary Banking Hall of Fame.
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26. Pipeline Equipment, Inc.
Jack Lollis ‘71
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Pipeline Equipment, Inc. was founded in 1995 in a small facility in northeastern Oklahoma. With two employees and two welding machines, they began building launchers and receivers for mostly local customers. From their modest beginnings, they have experienced significant growth in capacity, capability, and customer base. Today, Pipeline Equipment, Inc. has four divisions, over 100,000-square feet of state-of-the-art facilities, and a talented team of employees.
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27. Scuba Savvy
Chadwick Bailey ’06
Spears School of Business
Scuba Savvy is a scuba training, retail, and adventure travel facility currently located in Jenks. For the past seven years, Scuba Savvy has been teaching people how to scuba dive. Course offerings range from beginner lessons to professional-level certifications. Once certified, divers can purchase all necessary equipment, complete routine maintenance, and seek professional input on appropriate equipment for their diving needs. In conjunction with training, they strive to provide their clients with outlets for putting their newfound passion to use by offering scuba trips around the world.
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28. Air Hygiene International, Inc.
Quinn Bierman ’92
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Air Hygiene is a professional service firm that provides mobile emission testing services for any company with emission sources like combustion engines/turbines, burners, and boilers, along with plants with chemical processes, and manufacturing. Air Hygiene provides an easy-to-work-with-client experience from quote to final report. Their team thrives under challenging projects with deadlines, low limits, rush needs, and multi-sources to provide quality data on-site relating emissions to dollars.
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29. Medefy Health Inc.
Matt Scovil ’04 & ’07
Spears School of Business
Nathan Gilchrist ’08
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Medefy was founded to help everyday people navigate confusing, complex healthcare like an expert using the best tech, the best approach, and the best employees on earth. Medefy is a healthcare app that directly guides and navigates employees to make high-quality, low-cost, individualized care decisions in real time. The platform allows employees to take advantage of all the offerings of modern health benefits plans with live, human help and eliminate the common education gap between robust plans and members. Medefy provides powerful health benefits navigation and an on-the-go healthcare experience with real, human Care Guides that know the plan inside and out and provides real-time results in less than a minute.
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30. Webco Industries
Jene Harmon ’90
Spears School of Business
Dave Boyer ’84
Randy Watson ’89
Kyle Ingram '12
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Webco Industries Inc. is a specialty manufacturer and value-added distributor of high-quality carbon, stainless steel, nickel alloy, and other metal specialty tubing products that are designed to industry and customer specifications. Webco's tubing products consist primarily of pressure tubing, including heat exchanger and boiler tubing products, automotive components, and other specialty tubing for use in consumer durable and capital goods. The Company, founded in 1969, is headquartered in Sand Springs, Oklahoma. Webco has five production facilities in Oklahoma and Pennsylvania and eight distribution/value-added facilities in Oklahoma, Texas, Illinois, and Michigan, serving customers globally.
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31. The Fervid Group LLC
Abhijeet Narvekar ‘00
Dhimant Desai ‘00
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
The FerVid Group has three verticals: 1, data management consulting providing O&G consulting, 2, geothermal project consulting, and 3, executive recruiting. The FerVid Group started with the executive recruiting arm with the creative idea to improve the traditional recruiting process using video technology. They used video interviews in 2010 when videos were not that popular. Today, they lead in the niche difficult to fill recruiting space.
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32. Sawyer Manufacturing and Fabrication
Dave Hembree ’92 & ’93
Scott Persson ’96
Spears School of Business
Sawyer Manufacturing and Fabrication is driven by a dedication to doing things better. They are always striving to improve their products and customer service. Sawyer Manufacturing Company is a competitive global provider of pipeline and welding equipment with headquarters in Tulsa. Their success is driven by their people and their commitment to Sawyer, our products, and our end-users. Through a dedication to quality and service, Sawyer has established itself as an industry standard
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33. U.S. Tank Trucks, Inc.
Steve Crowder ’76
College of Arts and Science
U.S. Tank Trucks, Inc. is an oilfield trucking and service company providing workover rigs and oilfield services to northeastern Oklahoma. Over the last 30 years, they have consistently been involved in the oil and natural gas industry as it relates to the completion and maintenance of wells in this region.
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34. Credera
Justin Bell '00
Spears School of Business
Credera is a global boutique consulting firm that connects marketing and technology to accelerate business transformation and create extraordinary customer experiences. Credera works with the best companies in the world, form strategy to execution, to serve clients through their offices in 16 countries. Credera's deep business acumen and technical expertise combined with true dedication to building trusted relationships, unlocks remarkable performance for clients.
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35. Swallowing and Neurological Rehabilitation, LLC
Eric Turner ’09 & ’12
Spears School of Business
Tiffany Turner ’10 & ’12
College of Arts and Science
Tiffany Turner started Swallowing and Neurological Rehabilitation in 2014 because of the lack of specialized swallowing and voice treatment options in northeastern Oklahoma for adults. SNR has grown over the years from a single SLP practice to now having 3 full-time SLPs and multiple interns. The clinic serves as a training facility for SLP interns from all over the country. SNR expanded its office space in 2023 and is looking forward to serving even more patients in need of these critical services.
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36. Taurex Drill Bits, LLC
Warren Dyer '15
Spears School of Business
Taurex is the fasting growing PDC drill bit company delivering drilling and completion products to the oil and gas industry. Taurex is committed to the digital transformation of the industry, leading the way in PDC forensic analysis through its patented Automated Metrology Laboratory (BitVision), producing fresh perspectives on bit design, PDC cutter and material advancement. By collaborating with our customers and industry experts, Taurex is dedicated to building the bit company the industry deserves to help operators work faster. Run with the Bull!
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37. Advanced Therapy Solutions, LLC
Abby O'Dell '13 & '15
College of Arts and Sciences
Blake O'Dell '14
Spears School of Business
Advanced Therapy Solutions was started in July 2016 by Abby and Blake O'Dell. ATS is a specialized therapy clinic providing speech therapy, swallowing rehabilitation, lymphedema Theraphy, and occupational therapy services to adults and children in Stillwater, OK. We provide highly specialized, evidence-based, patient-centered theraphy services in a caring environment.
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38. On the Cusp Pediatric Dentistry PLLC
Dr. Ryan Roberts '04
College of Arts and Sciences
On the Cusp Pediatric Dentistry, PLLC, started with a vision of a former Oklahoma State wrestler who always wanted to be a dentist and morphed into bringing specialized dental care to chicken in Oklahoma. Our state has been grossly underserved by pediatric dental specialists since its inception. The mission became recruit and retain pediatric specialists for children in Oklahoma. What started as a single doctor practice in 2012 has expanded to two location, six doctors, and 50 support personnel serving Oklahoma families.
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39. Oak Properties, LLC
Duane Phillips '82 & '84
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Oak Properties LLC was founded by Duane Phillips in the summer of 1986. Initially, the company focused on constructing nursing homes and smaller commercial shopping centers, generating approximately $250,000 in revenue during its first year. Oak Properties operates on a "Design-Built" concept, serving as a designer, contractor, and project owner. Currently, the company manages and owns around $100 million in residential office, restaurant, and mixed-use development.
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40. Myers Property Investments
Mitch Myers ’95 & ’99
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Spears School of Business
Myers Property Investments is a real estate investment business that owns and leases dozens of residential properties in Oklahoma, Texas, and Maui, Hawaii.
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41. ISN Software Corporation
Joe Eastin ’92
Brian Callahan ’94
Spears School of Business
ISN is the global leader in contractor and supplier information management. Since 2001, ISN has helped enterprises reduce risk by qualifying and monitoring contractors to promote safe and sustainable operations throughout the supply chain. The platform helps companies identify the most qualified contractor companies that meet and exceed industry, regulatory, and company-specific standards in the areas of health, safety, quality, insurance, training, cybersecurity, and ESG.
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42. Medical Billing Wholesalers
Vinod Sankaran ‘03
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Spears School of Business
Medical Billing Wholesalers helps you transform your revenue cycle to give clinicians time to do what they do best - provide exceptional medical care. They reduce costs by over 40% and improve collections by over 20%. They help you achieve market-leading results by applying their expertise and technology. They work with physician practices, health systems, hospitals, healthcare facilities, leading EHR companies, SaaS, and billing service vendors.
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43. Furniture Showcase Inc
Robyn Davies ’00 & ’07
College of Education and Human Science
Spears School of Business
Randi Johnson ’08
College of Education and Human Science
Furniture Showcase is a family-owned business located in the historic downtown district of Stillwater. When you come into the furniture store, you will find north central Oklahoma’s best selection of mattresses, furniture, and décor. They do their best to make shopping for furniture in Stillwater fun and easy. Whether you need the help of an interior designer or just want to upgrade your mattress, they have what you are looking for at Furniture Showcase!
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44. Direct Kick
Louis Lacarbonara ’15
Spears School of Business
Direct Kicks is a buy, sell, trade sneaker resale shop with two physical locations in New York as well as a website. Direct Kicks specializes in both brand-new and pre-owned sneakers and streetwear, in brands such as Air Jordan, Nike, Adidas, Yeezys, Asics, New Balance, Supreme, and more!
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45. CJN Properties, LLC.
Chris Norris '85
Spears School of Business
CJN Properties, LLC is a property management company that owns retail and warehouse spaces in Idabel and Stillwater, OK. Formed in 2017 by Chris Norris, after selling Chris' University Spirit which he owned for 30 years. CJN Properties hosts tenants ranging from national brands to local companies. We are committed to expanding our portfolio as new opportunities arise.
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46. Alert Rental Software
Kara Longmire ’96
Spears School of Business
Alert Rental Software has been serving the technology needs of the rental industry for nearly five decades. What exactly does that mean? Alert knows rental management. It’s all they do, and they do it very well. Alert Rental is a privately held, 100% woman-owned business and considers itself a business partner, not just another vendor.
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47. Applied Industrial Machining, LLC
Jason Kays '94
Spears School of Business
Applied Industrial Machining is a leading provider of contract machining and manufacturing services, serving a wide variety of industries and customers with regional and global footprints. Applied specializes in manufacturing steel parts and components for the energy, aerospace, and industrial sectors. Applied operates facilities in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
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48. Ivy, Ratcliff, & Chasteen, PC
David Ratcliff '86
College of Arts and Sciences
Founded by attorney Red Ivy, Ivy, Ratcliff & Chasteen, P.C. Law Firm is a general law firm based in Chickasha that has served the people of Oklahoma for 75 years, focusing of family law, estate planning, probate, adoptions, guardianships, and criminal law.
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49. Liberty Capital Bank
Robin Wantland ’77 & ‘78
Spears School of Business
Liberty Capital Bank’s culture, in many ways, defines their approach to your investment success. A values-driven organization of seasoned bankers who place the highest regard on serving the community at large, they believe that service is at the heart of success. They are committed to building relationships, personally and professionally, to stand the test of time. With this approach, they know you will experience the difference their culture delivers.
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50. Evans Building Concepts
Chris Evans ‘18
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Evans Building Concepts was started in 2006 on the premise of providing honest and quality construction services in the Oklahoma City community. Their objective is to create and maintain lasting relationships with their clients, subcontractors, and vendors. Evans has been successful in achieving this through our core values of accountability, communication, and relationships.
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51. Resolute PR, LLC
Nicole Morgan ’06
Jennifer Harrington ’97
College of Arts and Science
Resolute delivers bold and purposeful PR, marketing, and workforce recruitment strategies to businesses in midsize economies. Centered on research, innovation, and brand-driven ROI, its award-winning team of experts delivers proactive, pioneering ideas that move clients toward their goals. Resolute is a Women's Business Enterprise and SBA Women-Owned Small Business through the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), the nation's largest third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women in the U.S.
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52. SNB Bank, National Association
Clay Stuart ’00
Spears School of Business
Rusty Stuart ’92
Ferguson College of Agriculture
Trip Kuehne III ’95 & ’97
College of Arts and Science
Spears School of Business
John Henry Clay (J.H.C) Stuart founded SNB Bank NA in August 1909. The bank is still managed by the Stuart family today, and through their leadership and community involvement, SNB Bank NA has become one of the best in the area. SNB Bank offers a wide range of commercial banking services to its customers from agriculture finance to home loans to consumer deposit accounts.
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53. Power of Three Investments (Pinot's Palette)
Lisa Riley ’98
College of Arts and Science
Pinot’s Palette is an upscale paint and sip-franchise. At Pinot’s Palette, they walk people who have never painted through a full canvas painting in two hours, while they listen to awesome music and sip libations. They host public classes every week in addition to private parties or company team buildings. Pinot’s Palette is perfect for a girl’s night out, date night, or corporate team-building event.
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54. Fenton Motors, Inc.
Cindy Carr ‘87
Madison Carr '23
Spears School of Business
The Fenton family has been in the auto business since 1950. At Fenton Nissan, our commitment to service and customer satisfaction is still as strong today as it was then. They are dedicated to ensuring everyone who walks through the door is provided with a customer service experience like no other. They understand that providing their customers with a truly exceptional experience ensures they will continue doing business with Fenton. Fenton Nissan is an 11-time Nissan Award of Excellence winner.
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55. Flexplan Administrators
Greg Holley ’96
Spears School of Business
Mitch Myers ’95 & ‘99
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Spears School of Business
At FlexPlan Administrators, they provide a wide range of third-party administrative, consultation, and insurance brokerage services to private, public, and government organizations and associations. They specialize in the administration of Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Health Reimbursement Accounts, & COBRA.
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56. Whisper Intimate Apparel
Melissa Wiles ’09
Spears School of Business
Whisper Intimate Apparel is a specialty bra store in Stillwater that carries more than 150 unique bra sizes. With one of the largest size selections in Oklahoma, they have welcomed customers from every corner of the state, as well as many out-of-state customers looking for a bra that fits. Whisper opened in January 2014 with one mission: to create a bra-fitting experience where women of every age, shape, and size could be properly fitted in a safe, comfortable environment.
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57. VGT an Aristocrat Company
James Starr '86
Spears School of Business
Video Gaming Technologies, Inc., is a leading developer, manufacturer, and distributor of Class II games (Native American bingo-based gaming). The company has more than 27,000 terminals in more than 140 locations. VGT games generate intense customer loyalty that delivers record-setting gaming revenues. In October 2014, VGT was acquired by Aristocrat Leisure Ltd. Running as a division of Aristocrat, VGT is focused on continuing and increasing its success in the Class II tribal gaming market.
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58. Pie Junkie
Leslie Coale-Mossman ’99
College of Arts and Science
After catering and teaching cooking classes in a rented church kitchen, Leslie Coale-Mossman and Darcy Schein began baking pies for several restaurants in Oklahoma City. As their business grew rapidly, the women shifted their focus solely to pies and renamed the company Pie Junkie in 2011. In 2013, Pie Junkie opened a permanent location in OKC’s vibrant Plaza District. Nationally recognized, Pie Junkie sells over 100,000 slices and thousands of whole pies each year.
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59. Ambler Associates, Inc. dba Ambler Architects
Joseph Evans '10
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Founded in 1981, Ambler Architects is a full-service architecture and interiors firm based in Bartlesville, OK. Since our founding, we have built a diverse portfolio of projects for both private and public clients. Our experience and expertise cover a wide range of project types, including healthcare, office and commercial, academic, civic, corporate, retail, interior renovation, historical rehabilitation, building expansions, and new construction.
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60. SGA Design Group, P.C.
Chris Goble '86
Travis Hager '01
Virginia Hart '94
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
For 30 years, SGA Design Group has provided architectural services for a wide variety of companies across the United States. Our projects include retail rollouts, convenience/fueling, health and wellness facilities, restaurants, and more. We have gained knowledge and know-how every step of the way, and we bring this experience forward to every project we work on. Our goal is to bring clients all the benefits of our experienced staff and expansive network, tailored to their business's unique needs.
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61. Ewbank & Hennigh, PLLC
Andrew Ewbank ’02
Spears School of Business
Kaleb Hennigh ’00
Ferguson College of Agriculture
Founded in 2011, Ewbank & Hennigh has dedicated its legal services to individuals and families in northwestern Oklahoma. When there is a need for quality representation, Ewbank & Hennigh is ready to fulfill that need. Many of their clients have partnered with them upon personal referrals. The impact they make in people’s lives is how they measure success. With decades of experience, resources, and tenacity, Ewbank & Hennigh helps you fight for the justice you deserve.
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62. Retirement Investment Advisors, Inc.
Randy Thurman '81 & '84
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Spears School of Business
Since 1991, Retirement Investment Advisors, Inc. has been the fee-only fiduciary that people seek when they need trusted CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER professionals to help navigate the twists and turns of the retirement path. You have worked hard for your money. How that you're focused on retirement, it's time to make sure it's working for you. Let us lead the way. We are committed to being a company worthy of helping people achieve financial security for life.
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63. Payne County Tree Services, Inc.
Kristen Hadley '95 & '00
Spears School of Business
Payne County Tree Service, Inc. is Stillwater and Payne County's premier service for complete and professional tree care. Their fully insured and affordable services include tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, and much more. They are proudly owned and operated by OSU alumni, and their families have lived in Stillwater for more than five generations. They have satisfied customers dating back to 1990. No one can beat their quality of work and caring attitude.
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64. Stephen H. McDonald & Associates, Inc.
Ron Fisher ’91
Spears School of Business
Stephen H. McDonald & Associates, Inc. was founded in December 1995 and has continuously provided bond consultant services to issuers of taxable and tax-exempt debt since its founding. Stephen H. McDonald & Associates, Inc. is an independent Oklahoma-based financial advisory firm solely focused on providing bond consultant services to school districts and other municipal entities in the state of Oklahoma.
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65. Bowers Trucking & Logistics
Garrett Bowers ’07
Ferguson College of Agriculture
Bowers Trucking & Logistics is a solution-based network of professionals in a dynamic business environment. We strive to excel beyond our competition by offering unparalleled service, reliability, and communication.
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66. Foot By Foot LLC
Kyle Eller ’05
Ferguson College of Agriculture
Foot by Foot Construction was founded in March 2005 by Kyle Eller and Dustin Bryson. In 2009, Dustin sold his shares of the company to Jason Egnor. Kyle and Jason have maintained the business since. Foot By Foot, LLC is primarily a concrete and excavation company serving multiple states with commercial and residential needs. To Date, Foot By Foot, LLC is one of the most sought-after concrete and excavation companies in the area.
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67. Sweet Turns LLC
Connie Boone '88
College of Education and Human Sciences
Connie Boone took her passion for family and the great outdoors and used it as a catalyst when she founded Sweet Turns in 2012. After numerous cold-weather adventures, she recognized a need in the winter accessories market for comfortable, well-crafted, performance-oriented, and stylish outdoor gear for everyone. She embarked on a journey to create products that would meet her needs. Today, The Sweet Turns collection, based in Lexington, KY, includes knit hats, scarves, and gloves for women, men, and kids. Since it opened in 2012, Sweet Turns has doubled its business each year, most recently selling 50,000 pieces to various retailers across the country, including REI and Dillard's as well as numerous loyal boutiques.
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68. 24ourCare, LLC
Bob Baker ‘83
College of Arts and Science
24OurCare is a Native-owned chronic care management company that provides care management services throughout the United States and Puerto Rico on behalf of hospitals, physicians, and clinics to Medicare patients. Their services are provided at home through the use of remote services with trained clinical staff that follow Medicare guidelines. Under CMS guidelines and with over 30 years in healthcare administration and operations, Bob Baker founded 24OurCare to provide value-based care.
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69. Twin Eagle Holdings N.A., LLC
Jeremy Davis ’96
Griff Jones ’91
Chuck Watson ’72
Spears School of Business
Twin Eagle is a North American leader in physical natural gas marketing with a focus on strong customer relationships and logistics expertise with a reputation for integrity and reliability. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas, and was founded in 2010 by OSU alumni Griff Jones ('91) and Chuck Watson ('72). Twin Eagle is led by Jeremy Davis ('96), and their primary equity holder is Five Point Energy.
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70. Brady Built Homes
Brad Ramsey '15
Spears School of Business
Founded by Oklahoma native Brady Ramsey, Brady Built Homes has been a cornerstone of quality home construction in the Oklahoma city metro area since its establishment in 2014. With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, Brady brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to excellence to every project.
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71. Red Chair Press LLC
Keith Carton '76 & '79
College of Arts and Sciences
Red Chair Press was established in 2009 to provide books that support a child's character, social, and academic development. Our fiction and nonfiction books are designed to inspire children to ask questions, contribute to their communities, build a strong foundation for a lifetime of good decision-making, and have fun while learning. Our first Funny Bone Readers were released in January 2010 and have been read by children around the world. They are licensed in six languages.
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72. Tri-8, Inc.
Dan Yost ‘00
College of Arts and Science
Tri-8, Inc. is an innovation and development firm focused on value-driven solutions to difficult problems. They identify true value obscured by confusion and dilution and bring order and efficiency to replace chaos and waste. They typically do this using a blend of software, automation, lean and agile development approaches, rigorous analysis, business process improvement (including Certified Six Sigma Black Belt ops), technical strategy, system architecture, and technology.
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73. NeoManufacturing, LLC
Justin Mecklenburg ’94
Spears School of Business
David Morris ’01
College of Education and Human Science
NeoManufacturing is an Oklahoma-based company that specializes in manufacturing patented and custom NeoInsulation removable/reusable insulation covers. NeoManufacturing produces several hundred thousand parts per year for NeoInsulation and serves as the primary designer and manufacturer of specialized prototypes to serve today's energy infrastructure.