Tulsa, OK

Finalists Announced for Mayor’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Award

With more than 100 business plan submissions, seven Tulsa entrepreneurs have advanced to the final round of the Mayor’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Award business model competition. The seven finalists will have one more chance to present a two minute overview to the panel of Spirit Award judges.

The following businesses have advanced to the final round of competition and agreed to establish or expand their business operations in the City of Tulsa if they win the Mayor’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Award: Cellular Crayons, Grocio Inc., Hollywood Fitness Repair, Lindy Mac LLC, Lundeby’s Eco Baby, Oovation.com and Rehab.tv.

Before the last presentation, the seven finalists will be coached in two main areas: business model and pitching techniques. They will then receive coaching that will connect them to resources and expertise to help polish their business plan and pitching techniques for the final round of judging.

On Nov. 18, the Mayor’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Award winner will receive a check from SpiritBank for $30,000, second place for $5,000 and third place fo $2,500. The top three will be announced during the Mayor’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Award ceremony that will be held during Global Entrepreneurship Week at the Crowne Plaza downtown on Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 5:30 – 7 p.m.

For more information about Mayor Taylor’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Award, please visit the website at: www.tulsaspiritaward.com

World War II Veteran Honored

Mayor Kathy Taylor presented World War II veteran Paul J. Andert with a certificate of recognition for distinction in the service of his country.

“It was an honor to recognize such a special patriot who sacrificed so much for our country. Our city and nation is forever grateful to Paul and the other courageous veterans who answered the call to fight for our freedom during World War II,” said Mayor Taylor.

Born January 2, 1923 in St. Louis, MO he joined the United States Army on May 23, 1940 at the age of 17.

As a platoon sergeant of Bravo Company in the 41st armored infantry, Paul Andert earned the Silver Star, three Bronze Stars and two Purple Hearts for wounds sustained in battle. He led his men in Africa, Sicily and Europe and fought in the Battle of the Bulge.

On November 11, Paul Andert will join General Tommy Franks to be inducted into the Oklahoma Veterans Hall of Fame in Edmond. He currently resides in Tulsa with his wife.