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Category: Success Stories

“I set a goal that when I die, I’ve helped a million people through this work.”

Hulia’s Journey to BioBah Nutrition   Ever since she was a child, Hulia (pronounced like “July” but with an “H”), short for Huliamatu, was full of curiosity about how things […]

“I wouldn’t have had this chance to grow my business through contracting.”

In 2016, Juan Carlos and his wife Cristina were on the search for their first family home. With a growing family, they were eager to find the perfect starter home. […]

“Now I’m able to use my connections to help others as they have helped me.”

Norma has never been one to put limits on her career. She’s worn many hats, moved across the country more than once and is always ready to try something new. […]

“REI Oklahoma has extensive and very helpful resources.”

As far back as Vinita can remember, she has always loved numbers.   She excelled in her mathematics and physics classes growing up. When it came time for her to […]

“I stayed steadfast and committed to my goal and I’m thankful for that.”

When you get to know Kim, founder of Knowledge Works Environmental, it quickly becomes clear that there’s no stopping her once she gets an idea or interest in something.   […]

“Thank you for being a resource to the community.”

Raia Brooks has always been passionate about giving back to her community and her favorite way to do so is with food made with love.   What began as a […]

“REI Oklahoma has extensive and very helpful resources.”

As far back as Vinita can remember, she has always loved numbers.   She excelled in her mathematics and physics classes growing up. When it came time for her to […]

“There is nothing cookie cutter about REI Oklahoma”

In 2014, Brandy Dodd was a project manager looking to expand her horizons and start her own company. Always a curious person, she wanted to know what she could accomplish […]

“Thank you for making a tangible difference in our lives.”

Mazey had been a hair stylist for 12 years and found herself wanting to provide a cleaner, less toxic alternatives in haircare to her clients and the community. She wanted […]

“It would have been hard for me to buy a home.”

Aileen was a longtime renter and found herself believing it was time to make a move and invest in a home for her family. As a mother of three, she […]

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