LAWTON-FORT SILL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION - Key Persons
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Chairman of the Board of Directors
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- President at the Lawton - Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation
- President, LEDC
Brad Cooksey is the President at the Lawton-Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation (LEDC). Mr. Cooksey attended Cameron University on a full scholarship for the men's basketball team and graduated from Cameron University with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Science with a Minor in Mathematics. He began his professional career as a teacher and high school coach at Lawton Eisenhower High School. Prior to joining LEDC, he worked in commercial real estate and commercial insurance. He is a native Lawtonian who has spent his 19-year career in roles focused on strengthening his community. Mr. Cooksey has served the Lawton-Fort Sill area through community involvement as the Lawton Public School Foundation President, Cameron University Foundation Board Member, Chamber of Commerce Board Member, Leadership of Lawton, Spirit of Survival Marathon Committee member, and Ambucs. Mr. Cooksey and his wife, Karen, have two boys, Carson and Colin. He continues to remain committed to the Lawton-Fort Sill Community and working to ensure it continues to thrive and prosper. Brad is a high school basketball referee and a foodie! He is great at encouraging his staff. He is our leader!
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Board Member / Mayor Stan Booker
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- Immediate past Chair
- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
- Secretary
- Treasurer
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Business Development Director
- Director of Business Development
Nicole Jordan, Business Development Director, bringing her extensive expertise in design, education, and business leadership to further LEDC's mission of fostering economic growth in the region. A native of Walters, Oklahoma, Nicole earned her Bachelor's degree in Interior Design from The University of Oklahoma and a Master's in Education from Texas Woman's University. She launched her professional career in Dallas, working with prominent architectural firms before founding her own design business. This entrepreneurial experience allowed her to balance her professional pursuits while raising her two children. Nicole's career trajectory took a turn toward education, where she spent 14 years as a dedicated educator and administrator. Her blend of creative design, strategic thinking, and leadership now translates into her new role, where she focuses on national outreach to company asset managers and consultants. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys playing golf, hiking, and traveling. She's also preparing for her next big adventure-welcoming her first grandchild.
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Operations Consultant for the Lawton Economic Development Corporation
- Project and Operations Consultant
Richard Rogalski is the Project and Operations Consultant for the Lawton Economic Development Corporation (LEDC) and the Executive Director of the Lawton Economic Development Authority (LEDA). He graduated from the University of Arizona with a BSCE degree and has more than 15 years' experience as a private and public sector Civil Engineer, working in Arizona, California, and Guam. He moved to Lawton in 2001, joining the Engineering Division of the City of Lawton. Following more than 20 years with the City of Lawton, Richard retired in 2022 as the Deputy City Manager. He is the current chairman of the Board of Fit Kids Coalition of SW Oklahoma, Co-President of the Tour of the Wichita's event committee, and also serves on the board of the Lawton Farmer's Market Institute and the Lawton Community Health Center. He and his wife Kim have four children and seven grandchildren. They both share a passion for biking and triathlons and have completed many such events across the country. With his multiple roles, Richard is dedicated to helping the Lawton Fort Sill community achieve its great potential as a prosperous and livable community. He is our great advisor!
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Board Member / Mayor Stan Booker
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- Member of the Board of Directors
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- Office Manager
- Office Manager at the Lawton - Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation
Tonja Anderson is the Office Manager at the Lawton-Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation (LEDC). Tonja is most likely the initial contact point for those reaching out to the LEDC office. She brings a wide range of experience that includes economic and chamber of commerce work in Tennessee, Alabama, and North Carolina. Tonja works closely with the other LEDC team members, in coordinating the day-to-day operations of the office, event planning and coordinating sponsorship. Tonja attended Bethel College, McKenzie Tennessee and is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute. When not working she and her husband Phil enjoy traveling and spending time with family which includes six children and fourteen grandchildren. She hails from Tennessee! She is our southern belle!
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- Member of the Board of Directors