Oklahoma City metropolitan area

AAR breaks ground on MRO facility expansion in Oklahoma City

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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WOOD DALE, Ill., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, broke ground on the expansion of its maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility in Oklahoma City earlier today.

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  • WOOD DALE, Ill., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, broke ground on the expansion of its maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility in Oklahoma City earlier today.
  • AAR's growth in Oklahoma City supports a recently expanded maintenance commitment from Alaska Airlines, a valued customer of AAR for more than 20 years.
  • Governor Matt Pinell; Senator Paul Rosino; Jeff Seymour of Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce – Economic Development; Terry Salmon, Chair of the Oklahoma City Airport Trust; and Jeff Mulder, Oklahoma City Director of Airports.
  • "The Oklahoma City Airport Trust is excited to partner with AAR to expand its Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul operation at Will Rogers World Airport.

IBC Bank Names Kyle McElvaney President and CEO of Oklahoma Market

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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The IBC Bank-Oklahoma board of directors announced the promotion of Kyle McElvaney as president and CEO of IBC Bank for the state of Oklahoma.

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  • The IBC Bank-Oklahoma board of directors announced the promotion of Kyle McElvaney as president and CEO of IBC Bank for the state of Oklahoma.
  • McElvaney previously served as president of IBC Bank in Oklahoma City.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240304767893/en/
    Kyle McElvaney, president and CEO of IBC Bank for the state of Oklahoma (Photo: Business Wire)
    Robert L. Mills, IBC Bank-Oklahoma chairman of the board, stated, “Kyle is a seasoned executive with a strong background in managing commercial and retail banking for IBC.
  • Expect great things to come.”
    McElvaney was named president of IBC Bank-Oklahoma City in January 2017, previously serving as executive vice president of IBC Bank’s Oklahoma market.

Chickasaw Community Bank Names Bill Schonacher as CEO

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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Chickasaw Community Bank announces the hiring of Bill Schonacher as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 4.

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  • Chickasaw Community Bank announces the hiring of Bill Schonacher as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 4.
  • A 32-year veteran of the banking industry in Oklahoma, Schonacher is set to lead Chickasaw Community Bank towards a new era of growth and continued community engagement.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240223680552/en/
    Banking industry leader Bill Schonacher named Chickasaw Community Bank Chief Executive Officer.
  • Schonacher’s leadership comes as Chickasaw Community Bank seeks to expand its services and reinforce its commitment to supporting local communities and businesses.

The Agency Launches First Office in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the launch of its new office in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The new locale, which will be known as The Agency Oklahoma City, is the firm's first office in the state of Oklahoma, joining the brokerage's growing network of offices in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and Europe. The office will be led by accomplished industry veterans and Managing Partners Wyatt Poindexter and Wayne Kirby. The Agency Oklahoma City will serve the greater Oklahoma City region, including the areas of Edmond, Norman, Moore, Arcadia, Carlton Landing, Nichols Hills, Mustang, and Yukon, among others.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the launch of its new office in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
  • The Agency Oklahoma City will serve the greater Oklahoma City region, including the areas of Edmond, Norman, Moore, Arcadia, Carlton Landing, Nichols Hills, Mustang, and Yukon, among others.
  • "We are thrilled to launch our first office in Oklahoma," said Mauricio Umansky, CEO and Founder of The Agency.
  • "We are thrilled to launch our first office in Oklahoma," said Mauricio Umansky , CEO and Founder of The Agency.

Bob Funk, Sam Sacco to be Inducted Into the American Staffing Association Leadership Hall of Fame

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Express Employment Professionals' Bob Funk and R.A. Cohen Consulting's Sam Sacco are the 2023 inductees to the American Staffing Association Leadership Hall of Fame, the association announced today.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Express Employment Professionals' Bob Funk and R.A. Cohen Consulting's Sam Sacco are the 2023 inductees to the American Staffing Association Leadership Hall of Fame, the association announced today.
  • Created in 1985, the ASA Leadership Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding individual contributions made through dedicated service to ASA and the staffing and recruiting industry.
  • This year's ASA Leadership Hall of Fame program is sponsored by Nixer Comp.
  • "Sam Sacco's enduring impact on the staffing industry is a testament to his forward-looking leadership, unwavering dedication, and passion.

MidFirst Bank Welcomes John Higginbotham

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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OKLAHOMA CITY, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MidFirst Bank is pleased to announce the addition of John D. Higginbotham to its Oklahoma City market leadership, joining MidFirst Bank as the market executive and senior vice president of commercial lending.

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  • OKLAHOMA CITY, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MidFirst Bank is pleased to announce the addition of John D. Higginbotham to its Oklahoma City market leadership, joining MidFirst Bank as the market executive and senior vice president of commercial lending.
  • Higginbotham brings more than 40 years of banking and finance experience to MidFirst, including 35 years with Bank of Oklahoma, where he served as the market president and CEO as well as chief operating officer.
  • "We are thrilled that John is joining our team at MidFirst," said Alan Kraft, first executive vice president of commercial lending.
  • As an embedded member of the Oklahoma City community, Higginbotham has served on several nonprofit boards throughout his career.

Spring Green Multi-Unit Franchise Owner Expands Reach with Fourth Territory in Oklahoma City

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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EDMOND, Okla., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Spring Green is pleased to announce franchise owner Dan Hillebrand's expansion into a fourth territory in the Greater Oklahoma City, OK market. Having started with Spring Green in 2017, this strategic move not only demonstrates Dan's commitment to growth but also solidifies Spring Green's position as a leading provider of tailored lawn care, pest control, and tree care services in the region.

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  • Spring Green franchise owner Dan Hillebrand expands into a fourth territory in Greater Oklahoma City, showcasing commitment to growth and strengthening Spring Green's leading position in lawn care, pest control, and tree services.
  • EDMOND, Okla., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Spring Green is pleased to announce franchise owner Dan Hillebrand's expansion into a fourth territory in the Greater Oklahoma City, OK market.
  • "Dan's expansion into his fourth territory underscores his team's exceptional management skills, dedication to service excellence, and deep-rooted understanding of the local market."
  • As Hillenbrand continues his exciting journey, Spring Green anticipates that his commitment to delivering top-notch services will continue to flourish.

Royal House Partners Makes Another New Investment in Integrity Heat & Air to Continue Growing Home Services Portfolio in Oklahoma

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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As a leadership team, we continue to acquire strong legacy businesses in the HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical & Home Services space.

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  • As a leadership team, we continue to acquire strong legacy businesses in the HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical & Home Services space.
  • The addition of Integrity allows Royal House Partners to further expand its footprint north to Guthrie which marks our sixth acquisition in Oklahoma in the last eleven months.
  • Paul Adams, Chief Growth Officer & Founder of RHP, notes "We are super excited to welcome the Integrity team.
  • Jeremy Swanson, Regional Vice President Oklahoma, notes, "We are excited to add Integrity to our home services family.

YMCA OF GREATER OKLAHOMA CITY AND OKLAHOMA COMPLETE HEALTH COME TOGETHER FOR BACK-TO-SCHOOL EVENT FEATURING FORMER NFL PLAYERS

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City teamed up with Oklahoma Complete Health to help hundreds of children of the Oak Grove community prepare for back-to-school.

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  • The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City teamed up with Oklahoma Complete Health to help hundreds of children of the Oak Grove community prepare for back-to-school.
  • Oklahoma Complete Health provided 300 children with school supplies including backpacks, folders, notebooks, pens, pencils, and crayons for the upcoming school year.
  • "Alleviating the stress and expense of preparing a child for school is one way Oklahoma Complete Health is investing in our community," said Clay Franklin, CEO of Oklahoma Complete Health.
  • Oklahoma Complete Health is a Care Management Organization that serves the needs of Oklahomans through a range of health insurance solutions.

Sealy & Company Boosts Oklahoma City Holdings with Latest Addition of Irreplaceable Infill Warehouse

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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Sealy & Company, a fully-integrated commercial real estate investment and operating company and recognized leader in the industrial real estate market, announces the acquisition of 200 NW 142nd Street in the Oklahoma City MSA.

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  • Sealy & Company, a fully-integrated commercial real estate investment and operating company and recognized leader in the industrial real estate market, announces the acquisition of 200 NW 142nd Street in the Oklahoma City MSA.
  • The rear-load warehouse distribution center offers optimal functionality for a smaller warehouse, including nine dock-high doors, eight drive-in doors, 22 clear heights, and minimal office finish-out.
  • Of the 25 largest cities by population, Oklahoma City had the sixth-fastest growth rate between 2010 and 2020 at 17.4 percent.
  • Sealy & Company first entered the Oklahoma City market in 2014.