He and his wife Deanna have two children – Avery and Dax. Matt is the manager of the Enid Hobby Lobby. He has a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Administration from OSU.
Matt is a member of First Baptist Church Enid. He believes that public schools are a very important key to our future. "Public schools provide every child a chance to succeed regardless of their situation," he said.
She and her husband Jason have three children – Cassidy, Sloan and Beth. Torry is currently a full-time mom and wife. She has previously worked for the American Cancer Society and Integris Health. Torry has a Bachelors in Speech Language Pathology & Audiology and a Masters in Healthcare Administration from OSU.
Torry is an active member of First United Methodist Church, Hayes PTA, PEO and The Cherokee Strip Heritage Center Gala Committee. She believes that the growth of a community depends largely on the success of its people. "To ensure a strong community foundation, we must start with our youngest citizens and provide for them the best possible education and learning opportunities which will allow them to propel forward in life with great rewards," she said.
Kim is a native of Wellington, Kansas and has lived in Enid for 10 years. She graduated from Wichita State University receiving her bachelor’s degree in physics and Doctorate degree in Audiology. Kim and Derek, her husband have one son Nate who is an Enid High School graduate and member of the Boy’s State Golf Team. She is an active member of the church of Christ.
Kim believes quality education is critical in providing children with the tools and foundation needed to be prepared for life.
Rev. Blackwood is the Communications Coordinator for the Oklahoma District Royal Rangers. He is an active member of Central Assembly of God in Enid and dedicates most of his service to the Children’s Ministry. He is pursuing a bachelors in Biblical Studies and a masters in Organizational Leadership through Global University.
He believes public education is fundamental to a community, saying, “Proper education is the cornerstone of a solid foundation to give our kids, our community, and our country hope for a brighter future.”
Matthew Lohman was born and raised in Charlestown, Indiana. He graduated from Indiana University Southeast with a Bachelors of Science in Education and a Masters of Science in Education. He has also earned his Educational Administrative Certification. Matt is happily married to his wife Melissa and together they have two beautiful children, Grace and Luke. It was while he was teaching in public school Matt became interested in doing more for children and their families which led him to becoming a principal. Still, he knew there was a better way people could be helped. After a series of personal events, a door of opportunity opened for him to become the Youth Minister for Davis Park Christian Church in 2006. During that time, he was also building and refurbishing cabinets and furniture with his father-in-law at Don's Custom Carpentry. About 11 years ago, the Lord opened an opportunity with Hope Outreach Ministries that just seemed to keep knocking on Matt’s heart. After much prayer, the Lord made a perfect path for Matt to take the position of CEO of Hope Outreach Ministries. Since moving to Enid, Matt has become very involved in the community. He is an active member of his church (Oakwood Christian Church), Board Member of the Cherokee Strip Community Foundation, Board Member of CDSA, President of Enid Noon AMBUCS, member of Enid Rotary Club, member of Enid Community Collaborative, member of Elderly Abuse Council, Treasurer of the Enid Ministerial Alliance, and the immediate Past-President of Leadership Greater Enid.
He and his wife Lori have two adult children, Katy and Emily, all graduates of Enid High School. Randy has practiced law in Enid for over forty years. He is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma Law School and of Oklahoma State University with a degree in Business Administration.
Randy attends Emmanuel Baptist Church where he previously served as a youth Sunday school teacher for many years. He currently serves as the Board Chair of the Garfield County Child Advocacy Council and is currently on the Board of Directors of the United Way of Northwest Oklahoma and the Enid Community Clinic. He has served previously on the Emmanuel Christian School Board, Youth & Family Services and WatersEdge, formerly the Baptist Foundation of Oklahoma, and the Board of Adjustment for the City of Enid.
He believes that our young people are the key to making the world a better place and that we owe them the best possible education. “It is imperative that we do everything possible to provide our young people with a positive supportive educational environment that equips them for college, a trade school or to enter the work force.”
He and his wife Tyla have two children- Statton and Dexton. Chad is originally from Alva but has called Enid home since graduating from Northwestern Oklahoma State University with a BS in Secondary Math Education in 1998. Chad is a Deputy Chief with the Enid Fire Department where he has worked since 2000. Chad also works for Lippard Auctioneers as a sales associate and auction manager. Chad is an executive board member of the Professional Fire Fighters of Enid, a member of the Grand National Quail Club, and a member of First United Methodist Church.
Chad believes that a strong public education produces well-rounded students that are prepared to live a productive life and be good citizens.
Colonel Nekitha M. Little is the Commander, 71st Mission Support Group, 71st Flying Training Wing, Vance Air Force Base, Okla. As the Installation Manager, she is responsible for the $550M flying operations and base operations contracts and all support for the Vance mission and community; including procurement, civil engineering, firefighting, security and law enforcement, communications, personnel, supply, transportation, housing, recreation and services activities.
Prior to this assignment, she was the Director of Force Support Professional Development School where she was responsible for 19 military/civilian personnel and 12 contractors to deliver 23 courses over 91 classes for more than 69K personnel annually within the Force Support functional community and DoD installations worldwide.
EDUCATION
1988, Bachelor of Arts Degree, Transylvania University; 1997, Associate in Applied Science, Community College of the Air Force; 1999, Master of Science in Administration, Central Michigan University; 2002, Air and Space Basic Course, Maxwell AFB, Ala.; 2008, Squadron Officer School, Maxwell AFB, Ala.; 2012, Air Command and Staff College, by seminar; 2021, Air War College, by seminar
ASSIGNMENTS
1. July 2001 – December 2002, Chief, Information and Referral, 45th Mission Support Squadron, Patrick AFB, Fla.
2. January 2003 – December 2003, Chief, Employments and Relocations, 45th Mission Support Squadron, Patrick AFB, Fla.
3. January 2004 – May 2004, Chief, Consolidated Commander Support Staff, 45th Mission Support Squadron, Patrick AFB, Fla.
4. June 2004 – June 2005, Squadron Section Commander, 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Kunsan AB, Korea
5. July 2005 – July 2006, Operations Officer, 52d Mission Support Squadron, Spangdahlem AB, Germany
6. July 2006 – July 2008, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, 52d Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem AB, Germany
(May 2007 – September 2007, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, 380 AEW, Al Dhafra AB, United Arab Emirates)
7. July 2008 – June 2009, Chief, Military Personnel Section, 21st Force Support Squadron, Peterson AFB, Colo.
8. June 2009 – April 2010, Chief, Community Services Flight, 21st Force Support Squadron, Peterson AFB, Colo.
(April 2010 – November 2010, Liaison Officer, 405 AEG, US Embassy, Muscat, Oman)
9. November 2010 – November 2012, Operations Officer, 21st Force Support Squadron, Peterson AFB, Colo.
(April 2012 – October 2012, Fleet and Family Readiness Center Director, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa)
10. November 2012 – May 2013, Chief, Personnel Support Division, Air Force District of Washington (AFDW) Joint Base Andrews, Md.
11. May 2013 – June 2014, Director, Commander’s Action Group and Section Commander, AFDW Joint Base Andrews, Md.
12. June 2014 – April 2015, Executive Officer to the Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Air Force, Pentagon, Washington D.C.
13. May 2015 – June 2017, Commander, 366th Force Support Squadron, Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
14. July 2017 – June 2018, Chief, Force Support Readiness and Plans, Pentagon, Washington D.C.
15. June 2018 – July 2019, Chief, Colonel Force Management & Policy Division, Pentagon, Washington D.C.
16. August 2019 – July 2022, Dep Chief, Military Compensation Policy Division, Pentagon, Washington, D.C.
17. July 2022 – June 2023, Director, Force Support Professional Development School, Eaker Center, Maxwell AFB, Ala.
18. June 2023 – Present, Commander, 71st Mission Support Group, Vance AFB, Okla.
MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Air Force Meritorious Service Medal w/ four oak leaf clusters; Air Force Commendation Medal, w/ four oak leaf clusters; Air Force Achievement Medal, w/ two oak leaf clusters; Navy Achievement Medal; Meritorious Unit Medal w/ one oak leaf cluster; Air Force Outstanding Unit Award w/ silver oak leaf cluster; Air Force Organizational Excellence Award
EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION
Second Lieutenant 28 June 2001
First Lieutenant 28 June 2003
Captain 28 June 2005
Major 01 August 2012
Lt Col 01 August 2016
Col 01 February 2023
