January 24, 2024 Issue, Page 10 of 12

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10 - The Elk City News Janaury 24, 2024 Cupp thanks the chamber members at the banquet. Sikes Recalls Change, Challenge, and Unity for 2023 Brandy Coffman accepts the president’s gavel from Shaley Sikes hank You! We want to thank the Elk City Chamber of Commerce for their support of our Shaley Sikes presents Jason Simon Pam Gregory Volunteer Award. town and always making improvements to bring in residents By Sheryl Ponce and tourist to our great town! ‘The second piece of her administration was to focus on challeng- The 2023 Elk City Chamber of Commerce President, Shaley es for the chamber to provide resources to local businesses and Sikes, gave parting words to the chamber members at the annual for citizens to overcome challenges. Sikes included herself as a 1000 Elkwood Bivd, Chamber banquet, Tues, Jan 16th, at 7 p.m. in the Convention Center. She remembered the night she took office when she told leader to challenge the community to continue to beleaders. “We are a leader in the area in regard to a strong economy that | HOMESTEAD Elk City, OK Pam Muncrief, 2022 chamber president, and Susie Cupp, Exec serves neighboring towns. One major step that we have taken to. BSS EAERY LINE 580.225.0506 utive Director of the chamber, that she and her husband, Mike, do both those things is by prioritizing our social media presence. just found out she was pregnant with baby Harry. If you haven't already done so, I strongly encourage you to take “[ survived that evening. But what a blessing it was to have had the time to follow the chamber and the City of Elk City on the so- these women by my side throughout the past year,” Sikes began. “ cial media platforms. We have taken that initiative on full force, “[ knew that I would have my hands full balancing and preparing and it’s been amazing to see just how effective social media can for my maternity leave at the office, while holding the chamber be. It’s a sign of success when you see businesses supporting each THANK YOU, presidency, surviving my first pregnancy and learning my new other and sharing posts amongst one another,” Sikes explained. world as a mother. As a group that serves on the executive board, ‘The next focus was on unity. She has been able to be a part of the chamber and the city coming together with the foundational they were nothing less than a saving grace, and they helped me focus on the city. She said that the unity in the community is the navigate these challenging situations. Motherhood is truly the root to having continued success within the city and the cham- greatest blessing, and I can’t even remember my life before Hen- ber. She then focused on the importance of community. ry. With a new sense offamily comes a new senseof gratitude for “Do not underestimate the difference our community is making. the things that God has brought into our lives.” Don't think that the little things don’t matter. And lastly, don’t Sikes continued to give thanks for the Elk City community, and let anything steal the strong sense of fellowship that the city en- The care you trust, right here. she said this couple is grateful for what the future holds. She compasses,” Sikes began to close. then looked back on the goals and accomplishments of 2023. She ended the speech by ending where she began. For her, it has GREAT PLAINSS “As I entered into this role, my focus centered around three been her best year so far, and being president of the chamber has REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER things: change, challenge, and unity. Over the past year or so, contributed to that blessing. Sikes congratulated Brandy Coff- (580) 225-2511 | www.gprmc-ok.com we have proven to not only overcome change but we will thrive man as the 2024 chamber president and handed over the gavel in any and every circumstance. That, in my opinion, is a sign of a to her. Coffman then presented Sikes with a parting gift. The Elk City Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to work together to foster an environment of growth and prosperity. The First National Bank and Trust family says “Thank You” for a job well done and for your part in making Elk City “The Heartbeat of Western Oklahom First National Bank 2103 S. Main Street, & Trust of Elk City EIk City, OK “There Is A Difference” 380-225-3463 ELK CITY: 2714 W. 3rd St. https//www.fnbec.bank SAYRE: 711 N.E. Highway www.boomtowngrill.net 580.225.2580 580.928.2580