In the image, there are three women standing in a kitchen. The woman on the left is wearing a brown blazer and has long hair that falls over her shoulders. In the center of the group, another woman is wearing a black blazer with gold accents. To the right, the third woman is also dressed in a black blazer but without any accessories or additional clothing items.

Ellie’s Cajun Kitchen

Ellie’s Cajun Kitchen is an Oklahoma-based culinary venture that focuses on Cajun, Creole, and Southern-inspired cuisine. Founded by Ellie Daniels, a University of Oklahoma graduate with deep Louisiana roots, the business blends cultural authenticity with a modern, health-conscious approach to comfort food. Known for signature dishes such as gumbo, jambalaya, étouffée, Cajun pasta, and Melon […]

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In the image, there are three women standing in a kitchen. The woman on the left is wearing a brown blazer and has long hair that falls over her shoulders. In the center of the group, another woman is wearing a black blazer with gold accents. To the right, the third woman is also dressed in a black blazer but without any accessories or additional clothing items.

Camp 259 T-Shirt Bar & Souvenirs

Camp 259 T-Shirt Bar & Souvenirs, owned by Jessica Shank, offers custom-designed apparel and locally inspired merchandise in historic downtown Broken Bow. The shop allows customers to personalize T-shirts and browse a selection of distinctive gifts and keepsakes. Shank began operating the T-shirt business part time from her home while working for the Broken Bow […]

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In the image, there are three women standing in a kitchen. The woman on the left is wearing a brown blazer and has long hair that falls over her shoulders. In the center of the group, another woman is wearing a black blazer with gold accents. To the right, the third woman is also dressed in a black blazer but without any accessories or additional clothing items.

Owasso Family Chiropractic

Dr. Coleton Oakes, a chiropractor at Owasso Family Chiropractic in Owasso, Oklahoma, recently began exploring the purchase of the practice where he had established his career. After learning that colleagues had successfully opened practices with assistance from the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center, Oakes contacted longtime Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisor Susan Urbach for guidance. Purchasing […]

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In the image, there are three women standing in a kitchen. The woman on the left is wearing a brown blazer and has long hair that falls over her shoulders. In the center of the group, another woman is wearing a black blazer with gold accents. To the right, the third woman is also dressed in a black blazer but without any accessories or additional clothing items.

Pearman Insurance

Pearman Insurance, a longtime insurance provider serving Thackerville and surrounding communities for more than 30 years, is now under the ownership of third-generation insurance agent Alysa Curbow. Curbow recently acquired the agency from her mother, who previously took over operations from Curbow’s grandfather, the original founder of Pearman Insurance. The transition marks the continuation of […]

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The Tenth House

The Tenth House, a creative design studio based in Oklahoma City, helps entrepreneurs build compelling digital identities through strategic branding and custom website design. Led by founder and designer Shaunna Slaughter, the studio specializes in crafting cohesive brand experiences that reflect each client’s unique vision, strengthen visibility, and attract ideal audiences. Before launching her business, […]

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Palmer Construction & Marine Company

When Kayla Palmer founded Palmer Construction & Marine Company in 2021, she had a clear vision for building a successful heavy civil contracting business. As a Cherokee and women-owned company specializing in road, bridge, marine, and large infrastructure projects, the firm was positioned to compete in a growing market. However, like many new businesses, the […]

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Verbode

Verbode is marking its 15th year in business, continuing its mission of helping Oklahomans find spaces where they can thrive. Founded in 2011 by Sarah Bytyqi, an entrepreneur with deep real estate experience, the company launched with two defining commitments: focus on the revitalization of Oklahoma City’s urban core and operate completely electronically, well ahead […]

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Good Cause Brewing

Sally and Andrew Whitney are the owners of Good Cause Brewing, a craft beverage company that dedicates itself to community growth and support. Since 2020, they have worked with Oklahoma SBDC Business Advisor Stephen Knight to strengthen their business plan, financial projections, and market strategy while navigating the regulatory hurdles of launching a brewery in […]

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MAKEBA Design and Prints

Makeba Griffin, founder of Makeba Design & Prints, has transformed a personal passion for art and graphic design into a growing enterprise that celebrates diverse beauty. What started as a mission to create backpacks that reflected her daughter’s identities has evolved into a nationally recognized brand, earning features in Essence magazine and placement with major […]

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Stellar Plant Services

Stellar Plant Services is moving forward with a significant expansion near the Tulsa Port of Catoosa, aimed at increasing production capacity and adding specialized coating services. As the company prepared for this growth phase, it sought guidance from the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center to navigate incentives, site planning, financing options, and internal financial readiness […]

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