ABOUT US
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To create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
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For all youth achieve their full potential.
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Transparency: We foster open communication and honesty in all our interactions
Results: We are committed to measurable outcomes, empowering Littles to reach their full potential
Accountability: We take responsibility for our commitments, actions, and impact
Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring trust and accountability in every interaction
Grit: We persevere through challenges, never wavering in our mission to defend the potential of every child
Excellence: We strive for the highest standards in our programming, and organizational impact
Respect: We honor the voices, experience, and identities of every Big, Little, family, and community partner we serve
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Reach: expanding the reach of our agency by increasing the number of young people served through high-quality, one-to-one mentoring relationships.
Relevance: We are positioning our agency as the go-to nonprofit for youth mentoring by amplifying brand awareness and credibility.
Revenue: Building financial sustainability and drive through growth through diverse funding sources and strategic donor engagement.
Resources: We are cultivating a high-performing organization by investing in talent, culture, volunteers, and operational excellence.
State Leadership Team
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MELISSA RAMIREZ
Chief Executive Officer
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HEATHER BECK
Director of Operations
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CAT MILLER
Director of Marketing & Communications
OUR GOVERNING BOARD
Molly Jarvis | Cherokee Nation Businesses
Sean Bauer | American Fidelity
Thom Bowen | Guide Wealth Partners
Jeanette Capshaw | MNTC (retired)
C. Lauren Clark | Chickasaw Nation Dept. of Commerce
Ana Gomez | American Fidelity, Board Chair
Jimmey Green | The Huntleigh Co.
George Halkiades | Siemens Corp. (retired)
Joe Lorenz | Williams
Byrona Maule | Phillips Murrah P.C.
Suzie Symcox | First Fidelity Bank
Heather Van Hooser | Mabrey Bank
Local Leadership
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TODD EDWARDS
Bartlesville Area Director
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MICHAEL STUEMKY
Norman Area Director
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BAILEY MCMAHAN
OKC Area Director
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SARAH KLINE
Stillwater Area Director
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ABI SUTHERLAND
Tulsa Area Director
NATIONAL AWARDS
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Platinum Award
Biggie Award (Gold): Corporate Sponsorship Campaign
Biggie Award (Gold): Annual Report
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Growth Award
Biggie Award (Gold): Corporate Sponsorship Campaign
Biggie Award (Bronze): Recruitment Campaign
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Biggie Award (Bronze): Corporate Sponsorship Campaign
Biggie Award (Bronze): Recruitment Campaign
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MARK IOLA SCHOLARSHIP
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BIG ALUMNI NETWORK

