Grow With Us

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan is speaking with Hieu Le, Founder of Empower-ED. They discuss Hieu’s journey to Tulsa, his organization Empower-ED which is empowering youth across Tulsa through financial literacy and investment, and how discipline can be channeled into social entrepreneurship. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and shar...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Cheena Pazzo, Founder and CEO of ONE80. We discuss marketing and communications as an occupation, her daughter Sophie’s experience with Tulsa Service Year and the impact of that program on their family, and her keys to success in entrepreneurship and communication strategy. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of o...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Dr. Claire Sbanotto, Director of Community Programs at the Ronni K. Iranni Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth. They discuss Claire’s experience in K-12 and higher education, program and community engagement with social entrepreneurs, and programs like the Mine and Campus Tulsa’s Impact Academy. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan is speaking with Jamar Rogers, Content Creator and Tulsa Bound Cohort 1 Participant. We discuss Jamar’s experience returning to his hometown of Tulsa, his connection to the arts and music, and the Tulsa Bound program that helped him experience Tulsa in a new way.  Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases a...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Joseph Onema, Manager of Youth Voice and Power at My Brother’s Keeper Tulsa. We discuss Joseph’s experience as an alumni of Campus Tulsa and soon to be alumni of Tulsa Service Year, his work at My Brother’s Keeper and ImpactTulsa, and his experience at Young, Smart and Local 2024 in Philadelphia.  Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Josiah Robinson, Managing Director of the Prism Project. They discuss Josiah’s move back to Tulsa through the Tulsa Remote program, his quest to make Tulsa the most inclusive city in our region, and his experience navigating a queer identity throughout his life and career. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of ou...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with members of his team members at Campus Tulsa and Tulsa Service Year: Tim Gowin, Programs Manager and Curcio Smith, Talent and Recruitment Manager. They discuss the roles of Campus Tulsa and Tulsa Service Year as Talent Attraction and Retention Programs for early career individuals and how students can engage with their programs to connect more in Tu...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Whitney Cipolla, Board President of Oklahomans for Equality and former chair of Tulsa Young Professionals Organization. Whitney and Evan discuss her life and leadership in Tulsa, the missions and visions of OKEQ and TYPROS, and how to effectively and meaningfully invest in your community through leadership, service, and community.  Join us tod...

On this episode of Grow With Us,  Evan speaks with Kes Mitchell and Macullen Nadurak of YWCA Tulsa. We discuss the YWCA Tulsa’s role in supporting refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers in Tulsa, how to navigate uncertainty in nonprofit and legal spaces, and where there is hope in the community.  Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Levi Patrick, Executive Director of the Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance. We talk about the community opportunities to positively impact a student in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, the impact and reach of TRSA, and the importance of workforce development in education pathways. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify t...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Seyi Fakoya, CTO and Co-Founder of Gamr. We talk about the Techstars Accelerator program in Tulsa, the Gamr platform and community, and how mentorship and volunteering can expand your networks. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our new releases and share with anyone who wants to learn more about Tulsa! If you...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Darrell Harris, VP Consulting Project Manager at Bank of Oklahoma. Evan and Darrell dive into his journey to Tulsa through the Living on Tulsa Time event through inTulsa, what he’s looking to gain and share with the Tulsa community, and some food recommendations in Tulsa. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get notified of our...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Matthew Dean, Crew Leader for Arts & Entertainment for TYPROS and Graphic Designer. Matthew and Evan discuss his role in marketing and graphic design, being a Crew Leader with TYPROs and its many initiatives, and his experience in the workplace with layoffs & furloughs.  Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to get not...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Morgan Phillips, the Director of Marketing and Experience at Downtown Tulsa Partnership. Morgan and Evan discuss the role of Downtown Tulsa Partnership as an organization, her experience as an Employer Partner with Tulsa Service Year, and the Downtown Forward strategic plan. Editor’s note: As of January 16th, 2025, Morgan is no longer employed at D...

On this episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Jonathan Martinez, Director of Graduate Support and Enrichment at San Miguel Middle School. We discuss the mission of San Miguel Middle school, supporting the Latinx community in education, and how to grow inclusively within educational institutions. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts to get notified of our releases, follow it on Spotify, a...

This episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Stan Khrapak, Leader of the inTulsa Visa Network. Evan and Stan discuss the growth of the inTulsa Visa Network since its inception, Stan’s work with the Under the Canopy School, and Bike Polo in Tulsa. Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts to get notified of our releases, follow it on Spotify, and share with anyone. Spotify Apple Podcast Google P...

This episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Brooke Randels, Director of Early Career Talent Programs. Brooke and Evan discuss the recent merger of the Campus Tulsa and Tulsa Service Year teams into Early Career Talent Programs, the Young, Smart, & Local network and Talent Retention working group, and reflections on evolving management styles.  Join us today! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts...

This episode of Grow With Us, Evan speaks with Grace Harrington Qissy, the Director of Corporate Partnerships at Genesys Works. Grace and Evan discuss her experience in the Tulsa Remote program, Builders and Backers Idea Accelerator program, the impact of Genesys Works internship accessibility work in Tulsa. If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check o...

This episode of Grow With Us features Jameelah Stuckey, Program Manager of the African American Leadership Academy of Tulsa. Evan and Jameelah discuss navigating different job sectors and opportunities and her meaningful impact in Tulsa through non-profit, education, and leadership development accessibility.  If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to c...

This episode of Grow With Us features Lisa Toth and Maggie Bond, Director of Media and Education at Rise Staffing Agency. Maggie and Lisa discuss their advocacy work with differently abled individuals, the Rise Staffing Agency, and their own radio show and podcast, the Hidden Workforce.  If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check out our career we...

This episode of Grow With Us features Grace Fallon, Board Member of the Dennis R, Neill Equality Center and Chair of Tulsa Pride 2024. Grace and Evan discuss the planning and execution of Tulsa Pride as it moves from June to October, civic engagement at the municipal level, and how to curb apathy in politics. If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to check...

This episode of Grow With Us features Victoria DeLeon and Cesia Brabson from inTulsa. Cesia is the Talent Advisor, and Victoria is the Talent Project Manager. Victoria and Cesia share their experiences facilitating Elevate Your Career, a series on candidate readiness with virtual and in-person opportunities to build confidence in the job-seeking process. If you are interested in looking at our ope...

This episode of Grow With Us features Sara Allen, a team leader and former intern of Campus Tulsa’s Impact Academy. On this episode, Evan and Sara discuss Sara’s impactful summers interning with the Impact Academy, her experience as an international college student, and what Tulsa looks like to her in the future.  If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget...

This episode of Grow With Us features Juddie Williams M.Ed. Juddie Williams is the Member Integration Manager for Tulsa Remote. On this episode, Evan and Juddie discuss Juddie’s dedication to service organizations, how to engage in spaces of social impact thoughtfully and meaningfully, and her role in supporting new Tulsans seeking community. If you are interested in looking at our open career opp...

This episode of Grow With Us features Paula Bearden M.Ed, Evan’s mom and a counselor at Tulsa Technology Center. On this episode, Evan and Paula discuss their journeys to Tulsa, the role of Tulsa Technology Center as an educational institution, and some of the challenges youth face in entering the workforce.  If you are interested in looking at our open career opportunities, don’t forget to c...