Arts + Culture

PLENTY Mercantile & Venue

Where Sustainability Meets Hospitality Article by Brooke Barnett From its inception, PLENTY Mercantile & Venue has strived to create a space designed to promote sustainability and hospitality. Plenty’s three metro locations showcase thoughtfully made, mindfully sourced goods and gifts.  “Our goal from the beginning has been to create a safe and welcoming atmosphere for people of all stages of life to begin or continue migrating to more regenerative products," explains Brittney Matlock...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Women of Influence

Profiled: Four Women Who Excel in What They Do, For Their Profession and for the Community Article by Jerri Culpepper You've likely at least heard of some of these amazing women—leaders in medicine, dentistry, business and real estate—who are not only respected by their colleagues, but whose influence in the community reaches far and wide.  DR. ARIELLE ALLEN , D.O. Founder and Sole Owner, Urogynecology of Oklahoma Career Highlights: After completing her residency and fellowship, both...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Meet Entrepreneur Donna Miller

Among the Many 'Hats' She Wears: Purse Power Co-Founder/CEO Article by Jerri Culpepper “The thing I love about entrepreneurship is that you are in control of your own destiny. It is scary and it is hard. The freedom of entrepreneurship does not come without a price, and you must still work very hard, but I have found it to be worth it.” – Donna Miller, MBA, SPHR-SCP Donna speaks from a wealth of personal experience on both women as entrepreneurs and as leaders. She is co-founder and CEO of...

April 2024

Home + Design

5 Bright Ways to Add Flair

Henry Home Interiors' Says These Light Fixtures Are Worth the Investment Article by Haley Tahsuda Delicate glass flowers are woven together in this intricately detailed fixture, lending a whimsical and feminine air to any space! Seen in Henry Homes Interiors’ Lavender Haze teen room in the 2003 Oklahoma Symphony Show House. A massive, angula luminaire, formed from wrought iron sheets of perforated metal in an antique gold leaf finish. Evokes power, strength and masculine energy. ...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Invested in Edmond

1NB Bank Taps Veteran Banking Professional Jim Canton to Lead Edmond Branch Article by Murphy Barnett | Photography by Kaylin Hill and Provided Since the late 1800s, First National Bank—or 1NB—has helped grow Ardmore—a city with a population of just under 25,000 located in south-central Oklahoma—into the flourishing and vibrant community it is today. Established in 1891, prior to statehood, 1NB over the years has built a legacy of community, support and top-notch service in Ardmore while...

March 2024

Arts + Culture

'Seeds of Tradition'

Exhibit Examines Roles of Beadwork in First American Life Article by Kelli West Exhibit C Gallery in Oklahoma City’s Bricktown District is more than a gallery and exhibit space. The 4,000-square-foot gallery houses works of art from First American artists in a variety of mediums. Exhibit C’s staff assists collectors in curating collections and offers brokerage services. Opened in 2014, the gallery is a platform for First American voices and artistry. Over the past 10 years, it's given...

March 2024

Education

Molding Tomorrow's Leaders

Leadership Oklahoma City's YLX Program Nearing Milestone Article by Brooke Barnett For more than 30 years, Leadership Oklahoma City has been a force for positive change in the metro area. The organization works to develop and support prominent members of the business community and nonprofit sector, and their impact extends also to the next generation of future leaders.  Leadership OKC has trained over 3,500 adult and youth leaders to work toward improving their community. Youth Leadership...

March 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Investing vs. Human Nature

Successful Investing for the Future Requires Self-Discipline Today Article by Tracy Ann Miller, CFP®, CLU, ChFC | Photography by Mel Drake Photography The word investment is traditionally defined as the “commitment of resources to achieve later benefits.” If an investment involves money, then it can be defined as a “commitment of money to receive more money later.” Who doesn’t want more money later? Sounds simple enough, but many people fail to appreciate the value of time as defined here...

March 2024

Home + Design

Stock the Bar

Barkeep Dishes Out Insights Into Current Home Bar Trends Article and Photography by Kaylin Hill 1 Functionality trumps aesthetics, with a shift toward professional-grade barware. 2 Barkeep ( Barkeepokc.com ) carries Cocktail Kingdom and Cocktail Emporium tools. 3 Collaborations with local artisans like Winship's Bitters add a delicious local touch. 4 For must-haves, a shaker, strainer and jigger top the list. 5. Stay tuned for their upcoming spring sale on glassware, bitters and...

February 2024

Travel

A European Odyssey

Nichols Hills Dream Home Inspired by Travel Article by Kaylin Hill | Kollab Creative Co. | Photography by Kaylin Hill In OKC’s Nichols Hills neighborhood, a dream home stands tall, echoing the rich tapestry of the European travels of its owners. Robert M. and Paulette Gordon are seasoned explorers of France and Italy who translated their wanderlust into a unique architectural marvel that seamlessly blends Old World charm with modern comforts. From the moment you step into the 24-foot-high...

February 2024