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Introducing a new member to NormanNEXT, Melissa Li

Introducing a new member to NormanNEXT, Melissa Li! 🎉

Melissais the owner and managing director of Making The Impact LLC. Her business offers a variety of web development, graphic design, and marketing services for small businesses, non-profits, and churches. In this role, Melissa handles the day-to-day operations, including managing a small team, communicating directly with clients, and working on projects.

Melissa specializes in web development and graphic design, successfully serving a wide range of clients for both her own business and her former employer. She has nearly 20 years of experience in graphic design and web development, working on educational, personal, and professional projects. With a passion for her work and a dedication to serving others, her clients gladly entrust Melissa with all their websites and design projects.

One of the many design projects Melissa has worked on included creating some designs for the late Beth Chapman, co-star of the popular reality TV show "Dog the Bounty Hunter"!

Passionate about helping others, Melissa is always looking for ways to create a positive impact in the state and local community using her unique and diverse skill set and abilities. To contact Melissa Li, or to find out more, check out https://makingtheimpact.com/.

We look forward to her helping us make Norman a prime location for young professionals!

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Lake Thunderbird State Park offers a variety of wa

Lake Thunderbird State Park offers a variety of water activities and recreation. The park features two marinas (Calypso Cove Marina and Little River Marina), nine boat ramps and two swim beaches.

Accommodations include over 200 RV sites with 30 full hookup sites, restroom facilities and primitive campsites. Lake Thunderbird State Park also features playgrounds, picnic tables and an archery range.

Both the Lake Thunderbird State Park Discovery Cove Nature Center and equestrian trails are located in the Clear Bay area.

Go out and spend the day at Lake Thunderbird. You won’t be disappointed!

📸: @travelok

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Introducing a new member to NormanNEXT, Jayke Flag

Introducing a new member to NormanNEXT, Jayke Flaggert! 🎉

Jayke is a sophomore at the University of Oklahoma pursuing a bachelors in Economics: pre-law through the Price College of Business. An Oklahoma City native that has been actively engaged in local and national politics which led to his founding of the Flaggert and Associates Consulting, a grassroots advocacy group specializing in direct and digital outreach.

He is also the owner of The Campus Box, a student run advertising group working to bridge the gap between the Norman community and OU students. We look forward to you helping us make Norman a prime location for young professionals!

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Our very own Ryan Lassiter is Ry Fieri coming at y

Our very own Ryan Lassiter is Ry Fieri coming at you with all the things for Restaurant Week. Stay tuned! 🍽

Introducing a new member to NormanNEXT, Leslie Ill

Introducing a new member to NormanNEXT, Leslie Illston! 🎉

Leslie currently serves as the Leadership Annual Giving officer for the OU Foundation. Not a stranger to fundraising, Leslie has worked in several sectors including non-profit, higher education, and political fundraising.

When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, toddler, and two dogs. Last year her family added raising backyard chickens to their hobbies, and they enjoy sharing fresh eggs with their neighbors.

Leslie’s family made it a goal last year to eat local at least once per week, and visit a new Norman park at least once a month. We look forward to you helping us make Norman a prime location for young professionals!

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Norman NEXT is a young professional’s organizati

Norman NEXT is a young professional’s organization for individuals 21 to 40 years of age, working or living in the Norman community.

NEXT is an organization that provides opportunities for young professionals to engage themselves with other young professionals and business leaders within the Norman community.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to get involved in your community and meet
other professionals your age, then NEXT is for you!

#normannext #nextgenleaders #youngprofessionals #youngleaders #communityleaders #millenialleaders #workingcommunity #leadershipdevelopment #governmentrelations #communityactivism #volunteerism #getinvolved #liveworkplay #normancommunity #normanok

A sneak peek from our Norman NEXT SummerFest.

📸 Some photos from @thenormantranscript

To dads everywhere, Happy Father’s Day!

To dads everywhere, Happy Father’s Day!

Who will win this EPIC trophy?! #NormanNEXTSummerF

Who will win this EPIC trophy?! #NormanNEXTSummerFest

Hey Norman! Come out to Norman NEXT SummerFest TOM

Hey Norman! Come out to Norman NEXT SummerFest TOMORROW (Saturday) to dunk Norman Mayor Breea Clark, Councilman Stephen Tyler Holman, Councilman Elect Rarchar Tortorello, Tyler McManaman, and Jeff Moody!

All five of our participants will be raising money for a non-profit starting around 1 pm. Throws will be 3 for $10 or $100 for an automatic dunk with all proceeds going to the non-profit of the participants choosing! Look forward to seeing you there! 😎

Counting down the days! 😎

Counting down the days! 😎

Don’t miss out on this EPIC kickoff to summer! J

Don’t miss out on this EPIC kickoff to summer! Join us at Lake Thunderbird on June 12 for ALL the fun!

This is a FREE event for ALL ages! Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your dog and enjoy the best of Norman. 😎

Congratulations Norman Regional Health System brea

Congratulations Norman Regional Health System breaking ground this morning on the Norman Regional Nine, Freestanding Emergency Department Plus (FSED+) in southeast Norman!

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Save the date for Norman NEXT Summerfest 2021 spon

Save the date for Norman NEXT Summerfest 2021 sponsored by Fowler Automotive! We have a lot of fun planned for everyone...oh yeah, and it’s FREE! 😎

What are most looking forward to at SummerFest 2021?! Comment below!

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Introducing a new member to Norman NEXT, Amanda Ri

Introducing a new member to Norman NEXT, Amanda Riggs! 🎉

Amanda has more than 17 years of experience in the mortgage business. Her depth of knowledge about marketing and mortgage best practices is matched only by her sincere desire to ensure that the mortgage approval process is smooth and pleasant for all customers.

She has a passion for helping people, and loves being part of a high performance Mortgage Team here in Norman. Amanda has been married to her best friend, Russell, for 5 years, and loves spending time with friends and family, fishing, taking road trips around the US, and cheering on her Kansas City Chiefs! We look forward to you helping us make Norman a prime location for young professionals!

Summer is here and things are beginning to heat up

Summer is here and things are beginning to heat up! 😎

Join Norman NEXT for our very 1st Annual Norman NEXT Summerfest Event at Lake Thunderbird on June 12 from 10am–4pm!

This is a FREE family community event and ALL ages are welcome!

✨ Presenting sponsor: Fowler Automotive

Join Norman NEXT for our very 1st Annual Norman NE

Join Norman NEXT for our very 1st Annual Norman NEXT Summerfest Event at Lake Thunderbird on June 12 from 10am–4pm!

This is a FREE family community event and ALL ages are welcome! We will have the following activities for all to enjoy:

✔️ Boat Rides
✔️ Kayak, Paddle Board, & Paddleboat Rentals
✔️ Kids Tent
✔️ Music
✔️ Oklahoma State Game Warden Wildlife Trailer
✔️ Oklahoma Highway Patrol Life Jacket Safety Training
✔️ Kids Fishing Tournament sponsored by OU Fishing Club (will be prizes!)
✔️ Boutique Shop Booths
✔️ Scavenger Hunt / Selfie Stations
✔️ Side by Side Rides provided by 405 Equipment
✔️ Bud Light Beer Trailer
✔️ Bud Light Raffle Prizes

AND SO MUCH MORE!!!

✨ Presenting sponsor: Fowler Automotive

#normannext #nextgenleaders #youngprofessionals #youngleaders #communityleaders #millenialleaders #workingcommunity #liveworkplay #normancommunity #normanok #summerfest2021

Save the date for Norman NEXT Summerfest 2021 spon

Save the date for Norman NEXT Summerfest 2021 sponsored by Fowler Automotive! We have a lot of fun planned for everyone...oh yeah, and it’s FREE! 😎

#normannext #nextgenleaders #youngprofessionals #youngleaders #communityleaders #millenialleaders #workingcommunity #leadershipdevelopment #governmentrelations #communityactivism #volunteerism #getinvolved #liveworkplay #normancommunity #normanok

Introducing a new member to Norman NEXT, Chase Spi

Introducing a new member to Norman NEXT, Chase Spivey! 🎉

Chase is the owner and director of Spivey Media, a digital marketing agency and video production studio located in downtown Norman.

After moving from Splendora Texas in 2000, he earned a degree in film and media studies from the University of Oklahoma and has since settled down in Norman.

His wife is an Early Childhood Education graduate assistant and their three daughters attend Norman North and the OU institute of Childhood development. As an original co-founder in 2017, Chase is an active board member for the Norman Film festival.

We look forward to you helping us make Norman a prime location for young professionals!

#normannext #nextgenleaders #youngprofessionals #youngleaders #communityleaders #millenialleaders #workingcommunity #leadershipdevelopment #governmentrelations #communityactivism #volunteerism #getinvolved #liveworkplay #normancommunity #normanok

We had a blast last night at our NEXT Hour. The Me

We had a blast last night at our NEXT Hour. The Meating Place, thanks for having us!

Stay tuned for more upcoming events! 😉

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