Professional Q&A

Meet Angie Clemens Byers, the Market Outreach and Lending Officer at First United Bank in Edmond. A true Edmond enthusiast, Angie has called this vibrant community home for years. With a passion for local businesses and a love for the outdoors, she’s a genuine advocate for the town.

Doyce Crandall owns Focused School Photography and does business across Oklahoma and the Midwest but calls Edmond her home. Despite living in several places over the years, she settled down in Edmond and owns a business doing what she loves.

Meet Alisha Allen Gardner, an accomplished CEO, co-owner of Easy Time Clock and LilyPad, and a friend of mine for several years now. With her remarkable career trajectory and a genuine passion for helping others, Alisha has made waves in the business landscape.

Kelly Vaughn, the esteemed Director of Facilities Administration at the University of Central Oklahoma, is not only dedicated to ensuring a top-notch educational environment but also deeply committed to making a positive impact on the Edmond community

Bryan Clifton is the founder and CEO of the Council of Entrepreneurs, an organization that brings together business owners in the Oklahoma City area to discuss family and business challenges. With a background in accounting, finance, and organizational development, Bryan has been starting and selling businesses for as long as he can remember. In this Q&A interview, we dive into Bryan’s journey as an entrepreneur, involvement in the Council of Entrepreneurs, and advice for other professionals.

Looking for advancement in his field, Kyle Mauck began his business, 2nd Mile Solutions LLC, in 2016. He serves as its chief innovation officer and prioritizes service and furthering his mission work as pillars of his business.

In her current role as chief executive officer of the Edmond Public Schools Foundation, Deanna Boston draws from more than 25 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. With a passion for public education, she’s determined to pave the way for the next generation of nonprofit leaders.

With a career-long passion for education, Dr. Angela Grunewald now serves as superintendent for Edmond Public Schools (EPS). She’s the first female superintendent in the district’s history. 

As a professional, David Chapman, Ph.D., wears many hats. Community members may know him as a city councilperson for Edmond’s Ward 1 or real estate commissioner for the Oklahoma Real Estate Commission. However, when not on duty as founder, owner, and broker for Realty1, LLC., Chapman also spends his days as a professor of finance and real estate at the University of Central Oklahoma.

An Edmond native, Sheryl Janis and her husband, Joe, have built their lives in and around the community, including their business. The two own and operate Autoworks Japanese Auto Repair, where they’ve been serving families for generations.