Pregnant with her first child, Stephanie became a widow at just 22 years old when she lost her husband in an accident. Not wanting that trauma to define her, she uses her own experience to remind others they’re never alone.

The name of her morning alarm is “time to walk in your purpose,” which says a lot about Maurianna. Whether she’s at home or at work, every day is about solving problems with ingenuity.

In the midst of an isolated and disconnected culture, Vilona goes against the grain by seeking out opportunities to connect with strangers and make fast friends with those who are different from her.

Although too modest to say it herself, Valerie's nominator said she is a doer with incredible vision who never takes “no” for an answer and uses every area of her life to shine a light on others.

Traci believes the most important work of life happens within the four walls of home, but that certainly hasn’t stopped her from radically contributing to Oklahoma City’s business community, as well.

Somewhere between running kids to activities and being a dedicated spouse, Vanessa finds time to be an advocate for all the women in her field and does what she can to leave the world better than she found it.

Although she says her transition from Taiwan to America was difficult, you wouldn’t know it now considering how deeply rooted into the community Veronica is.

Her mission is to be inclusive, collaborative, poised and engaging with everyone she comes across, even the most challenging personalities. And those who know Veleecia would say she’s succeeding.

Viviana often sees what others cannot. That combined with keen listening skills and a respect for individuality and boundaries has helped her solve problems for countless local business owners.

A first generation Asian American, Tiffany knew she was straying from her parents’ plan for her to take a more traditional career path in pursuing opening a bridal shop. But she chose the unconventional and is determined to make them proud anyway.

Taylor lives according to this driving principle: to whom much is given, much is required. It’s the maxim that’s guided her into being completely invested in the success of others in her community.

She’s committed her life to other families through her midwifery practice, and now Taryn is on a mission to make sure she cares well for her own and establishes rhythms to help keep more like her from burnout.

Although many may be impressed by Sunnie’s commitment to become sober and earn multiple degrees against all odds, what’s truly amazing is the way she’s committed her career to breaking the cycle of addiction for others.

Summer says she was born to teach, and although her students and classroom have looked different in changing seasons, she’s always followed her calling.

Always seeking humility, Stefannie believes her nomination in this magazine was actually a nomination for every woman who courageously spoke truth into her life and helped her grow closer to Christ over the years.

Simi works hard to ignore the labels the world might try to put on her and instead lean into her true identity in Christ. And she’s using her experience and influence to help others do the same.

A bridge builder who considers herself a lifelong learner, Shenita believes she is meant to be an advocate for the underdog, something she’s using to change the way black men and women exist in Oklahoma City.

When it comes to improving underserved communities, Shamia says it’s not just a passion or a job, it’s what she was built for. And Oklahoma City is better because of her.

Somewhere between being wife, a mother of 10 and owning a business, Scotia finds time to humbly and eagerly serve and love her city well, connecting and building goodwill among different groups.

Roxanne left an abusive marriage and totally started over to create the beautiful life she desired. She plans to spend the rest of her life helping others live with intention, too.