Banquet 2017 | Chamber Celebrates 40 Years

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Excuse us as we gush over our evening last night, but we had the best time ever. We had over 20 past chairmen of the board present last night! We had long time members and new members there too. Mike Turek, Denna Lay and Dr. Greg Winters each did a fantastic job speaking. Jeff Hogan (outgoing chair) and Sara Botchlet …

2015 | Chairman of the Board, Jason Bell

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Jason Bell served as our Chairman of the Board in 2015. Jason was active with the Chamber from 2004 until the end of 2015. He represented FNB Community Bank. Jason stated his fondest memory was “the fun, excitement of the Chamber meetings and events! Really enjoyed the golf tournament and aunction.” Jason also stated he was “proud to serve as …

2014 | Chairman of the Board, Mitch Hale

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Mitch Hale, Manager of Community Affairs for OG&E, served as our Chairman of the Board in 2014. Mitch, a Choctaw native whose dedication to Eastern Oklahoma County is unmatched, recently stated his fondest memory was “the sense of community and how everyone works together to help with events and promoting each other.” Mitch worked closely with State legislators to pass …

2013 | Chairman of the Board, Lindsay Smith

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Lindsay Smith served as the Chairman of the Board in 2013, but her involvement with the Chamber dates back to 2004. Lindsay is a Choctaw native with deep roots in this community. She owned and operated Top Notch Cheer and Tumbling, taught and coached at Choctaw High School, and worked a year for the Chamber. Today you can find Lindsay …

2012 | Chairman of the Board, Johnny Jump

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Johnny has been a staple in the Choctaw community for well over 30 years. He may be best known as the owner of Mojo Sports, the supplier of sports apparel, trophies, and equipment for nearly every team and organization in EOC . He’s also well known for his years of coaching at Choctaw and as the catalyst for CATS (Choctaw …

2011 | Chairman of the Board, Trent Smith

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Trent Smith, owner of Sycamore Roofing and Development, served as the Chairman of the Board in 2011. Trent is a Choctaw native who has spent a lifetime serving his hometown and neighboring communities. He’s served on various boards and committees within the Chamber and with the city of Choctaw. Trent also participated in our first EOC Leadership class last year. …

2010: Chairman of the Board, Frank Bean

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Frank Bean, Vice President/Loan Office with BancFirst in Jones, served as the Chairman of the Board in 2010. Frank is a Choctaw native who has spent a lifetime serving his hometown. He currently serves on various boards and committees within the Chamber and with the cities of Choctaw and Jones. We appreciate Frank’s hard work and continued commitment to improving …

2008 & 2009 | Chairman of the Board

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Join us as we thank Laura Ramer and Randy Ross for their hard work and commitment to the Chamber and to the community of Choctaw. As we look back over the years in celebration of our 40th anniversary, we can’t help but be grateful and appreciative of everyone who volunteered their precious time and valuable skills to bettering the chamber …

2006 | President/Chairman of the Board, Dr. Terry Underwood

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We are especially grateful to Dr. Underwood’s service to the Chamber and the community. Dr. Underwood’s commitment to building and bettering relationships between the EOC Tech Center and the business community in Eastern Oklahoma County is invaluable. EOC Tech Center offers business consulting and training resources comprised of specialists experienced in a variety of industries. From training for new technologies, …