Enid Travel Advocate
An Enid Travel Advocate is someone who represents our city well through their photos, videos and blogs on social media. It’s someone who explores, seeks adventure, captures the fun things to do in Enid and shares it with the rest of us. It’s someone who ultimately wants to go out and explore for themselves.
Alicen Campbell has been living in Enid for about 10 years. She is currently the store manager for Return Engagement, and also teaches Aerial Yoga at Rosebud’s Aerial Yoga Studio & Store. She loves to take day trips in her free time and see what all the Enid area has to offer. Alicen loves telling everyone about the hidden gems in Enid.
Wendy Washburn is a proud Enid native. Wendy has a strong attachment to our close-knit town and the enduring spirit of community that defines it. She is excited to see what the future holds for our charming little town!
Melissa Newman is originally from Overland Park, Kansas. She and her family moved to Enid in August of 2020 for her husband’s jobs. We have four kids, one dog and one cat. They love living in s smaller community and they love Enid so much and all it has to offer. She is the Store Manager at Bealls Enid. She also has a teen closet, where teens in need can shop for free, UpTownTeens.
When we’re not working we are at the baseball and softball fields.
I look forward to all the future events in Enid so I can brag about them!
Ali Kirtley has been a resident of Meno, OK nearly all of her life and is a huge advocate for Northwest Oklahoma. She currently serves as the Marketing Director for PT Coupling and has five years in the manufacturing industry paired with 10 years of experience in the communication field with an emphasis in education.
She loves to live life to the fullest, and participate in as much as possible, to help promote a positive community and make every moment count.
In May 2022, Ali received the award for “Top 10 Women of Influence” through E-Town Magazine; and was one of 11 winners awarded for the Manufacturing, Industry, Trades and Agriculture Category for “NextGen Under 30 Award”.
She is involved on various committees and boards such as NAHAD Technology Committee, IDCO Women’s Group (Chair), PT Coupling’s THRIVE Committee (Chair), NWOSU Foundation & Alumni Association (President), Division of Business at NWOSU – Advisory Council (Member), and Gloss Mountain Cruisers in Fairview (Marketing & Communications Chair). She also volunteers on committees for Main Street Enid, Big Cruise & Car Show (Alva, OK), Miracle League, and various other community events.
Ali graduated from Leadership Greater Enid (Class 30) in May 2021, and previously served on boards and committees such as the Enid Young Professionals, INTEGRIS Bass President’s Philanthropic Council, Enid Women in Business Advisory Committee, 2020 Census Committee for Northwest Oklahoma, Oklahoma Broadcast Education Association and Society of Professional Journalists.
When Ali isn’t in the office, volunteering her time, playing with her dogs or studying for her Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification, she enjoys being on the family farm or participating in events in Enid, Fairview, and Alva, Oklahoma as well as drag racing her 2000 z28 Camaro.
Taylor was born and raised in Enid, Oklahoma and truly love this community and investing to make it the best it can be! I wear many hats in Enid, from working with Main Street Enid as the Events & Communications Coordinator to owning our company, Blasier.Pro with my husband, we strive to capture and create memories & moments from personal lives to businesses and events to the community. You can see us DJing weddings/events, hosting and producing local events around Enid, creating digital content/websites/videos for various non-profits / local businesses, and creating brands for companies, and producing albums for artists.
My husband and I have 1 daughter, Stella Beth who is 2 years old and two dogs Janey & Maney {Both adopted from Enid SPCA!
My interests outside of work include, well working is one of my interests, ha! but also, finding all the fun things that are happening in and around Enid to prove that there are many awesome things to do in town, playing games, getting dressed up for galas/events, rapping to waterfalls at dueling pianos, and watching my daughter experience new things daily.
I am so excited to be an Enid Travel advocate in order to continue showing and sharing our love of Enid and that there is ALWAYS something to do in Enid, Oklahoma :)
Allison was born and raised just north of here, where you are just far enough out to call it “Going to Town.” Both of her parents are now retired but continue to live in the house they raised their family; her mother dedicated over 30 years to special education teaching, while her father ran a family business in Enid. Allison has two older brothers (Jason and Jeremy) who are married and reside in Dallas, and she proudly answers to Aunt Al to three nieces and one nephew.
After graduating from Kremlin-Hillsdale in 2006, Allison attended Oklahoma State University. In 2010, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Education and Promotion with a Concentration in Exercise Science.She then returned back to Enid to work in the medical clinic at Vance Air Force Base before embarking on a new path in 2012 by enrolling in the Physical Therapist Assistant program in Tulsa. In 2014, Allison obtained licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant through the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure.
Since March of 2013, Allison has worked at Northwest Oklahoma Orthopedic Clinic working alongside some of the best doctors, therapists, staff, and patients Enid and the surrounding area has to offer. In addition to their professional pursuits, she is an active member of various local organizations, serving as a board member for the Enid YWCA, Kremlin-Hillsdale Academic Enrichment Foundation, and RSVP (Retired Seniors Volunteer Program) of Enid. Her commitment to community and leadership was recognized with the 2022 Enid Young Professionals 10 < 40 Award, and she is a proud graduate of Leadership Greater Enid Class XXXI.
Continuing her education, Allison is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Project Management through Southeastern Oklahoma State University, with an expected completion date in February 2024.
When not working or studying, Allison can often be found spending quality time with her beloved lab named Annie. She has a deep-rooted love and appreciation for the outdoors, whether it’s hunting, fishing, or gathering around firepits with friends, enjoying good food and beverages. She considers herself “up for almost anything” whether it is to hop in the car with a friend for a sodie and a cash wish, go for a drive with the music up and windows down, or spontaneous road trips for a concert or even if it’s just to explore a new restaurant.
Cathy believes that you’re never too old to pursue your passions. Growing up as the daughter of an Air Force LtCol Chaplin stationed at VAFB, Cathy’s love for exploration and adventure was instilled in her from a young age. She graduated from Enid High School, where she was actively involved in music, track, and theater, even taking on the lead role in their HS musical, “The Music Man.”
Afterward, Cathy moved to Iceland, where she continued her education and pursued her love for singing. Eventually, she returned to the United States, attending Oklahoma State University and studying music under Sonny VanEaton and Brad Nulph. It was during her time at OSU that she reconnected with her future husband, Brad Nulph, and later settled in Enid, Oklahoma.
She is a proud mother of three grown children, Nick, Holly, and Brock, and a loving grandmother to eight grandchildren. Throughout her life, she has remained deeply involved in the Enid community, serving as a former member of JWL and actively participating in local events. As an independent contractor, she has collaborated with Eagle Marketing and the Stride Bank Center for numerous projects, honing her skills in promotions and sales over 15 years.
Currently, Cathy serves as the Marketing and PR Coordinator at The Commons, where she passionately promotes the venue and its offerings. In addition to her professional pursuits, Cathy’s lifelong love for music has been a constant companion. She started singing in church at the age of three and continues to perform, having opened for Terri Clark alongside her good friend Kelly Killam and performed with renowned artists like Doc Bryant and Clarence Clemons of the E Street Band.
For over a decade, Cathy has been playing with her talented friends Dave Roberts, Kegan Tuohy, and Kelly Killam in various music groups, including the Doc Bryant Jazz Band, Catfink, The Bringing Back Band, and their current endeavor, Dually Noted. Specializing in 70’s and 80’s cover songs, their performances are always filled with energy and joy. They perform at corporate gigs, private parties, and various events, recently earning the Readers Choice Most Popular Local Band award.
Outside of her professional and musical pursuits, Cathy stays involved in the community through her grandchildren’s dance and sports activities, as well as her husband’s involvement with Ambucs. She cherishes Enid as a wonderful community that has played a significant role in her life and continues to inspire her.
Katy Baker
Hey there! I’m happy to be on a team of travel advocates for Enid. I am an Oklahoma native and grew up in Ada. I’ve currently lived in the Enid area for 24+ years.
My husband, Jeff and I have four kids who attend or have attended Kremlin-Hillsdale schools.
I am a former teacher, worked at the Case dealership in Kremlin and currently work with my husband, I’ve also been a social media influencer for several years now. I thought it would be fun to venture out and promote our city (Enid) and the surrounding areas.
I hope to meet many new people and revisit old friends along my path. So, if you see me at a local event…please stop and say hi.
Excited for this opportunity of storytelling, whether through pictures, posts or articles.
