This nomination is for the 
     NORTHWEST OKC CHAMBER HALL OF HONOR. 

 The Hall of Honor is the Chamber's highest and most enduring award.

It has been presented each year since 1954 to many leaders of the community and the Chamber. It recognizes an individual who has demonstrated significant service to our community and achievements over many years. They have earned career recognitions deserving of state or national acclaim. Each Hall of Honor member has made a substantial and enduring impact on the Northwest Metro Community. 

This award will be presented at the Evening of Accolades on January 27, 2026. 

Self nominations are welcome. 

ALL NOMINATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY NOVEMBER 10, 2025. 

Nominee finalists will be asked to provide some additional information for consideration. 

Recent members of the NWOKC Chamber Hall of Honor are: 

Mike Knopp - Founder, Riversport OKC 20+ years

Arilta Harris - Co-Founder of Bethany Improvement Foundation, former Bethany Councilwoman, Western Oaks, advocate with Immigration Center at Western Oaks. 

Jim Mickley - Former Mayor of Warr Acres

Lou Carmichael - Variety Care 20+ years

Bruce Stone - Former City Manager of The Village 20+ years

Dr. Tom Friedemann - Former Superintendent of Francis Tuttle Technology Center 20+ years

Carol Gray - Director of Mission & Culture at Bethany Children's Health Center 40+ years 

Connie Thrash McGoodwin - Executive Director of Dale Rogers Training Center for 40 years

John Shugart - Former City Manager of Bethany 17 years 

Caroline Gist - Former Executive Director of Putnam City Schools Foundation, Past Chamber Chair 15+ years 

Dr. Kent Shellenberger - Former Bethany Schools Superintendent 20+ years

Jane Haskin - Former President of First Bethany Bank & Trust, First Female Chairman of the Oklahoma Bankers Association, Past Chamber Chair 

Mick Cornett - Former Mayor of Oklahoma City, Putnam City Schools Alum

and many, many more.