Carlisha Williams Bradley, MPA

The BMe Vanguard program brings inspiring and trusted Black leaders into a community that fosters their well-being, financial empowerment, collaboration, and positive social impact. BMe Vanguard honorees embody the #NextNarrative principle of defining people by their aspirations and contributions, rather than by their limitations or stigmas.

This is the organization's highest honor and reflects significant advancement of social justice.

"In a year filled with challenges and heartbreak, these people gave us hope."

Carlisha Williams Bradley took on this challenging year with confidence and decisiveness. In the pandemic’s early days, state leaders started deferring decisions to local levels. As a member of the state Board of Education, Bradley didn’t want to shirk that responsibility. Read more here:… Show more

"In a year filled with challenges and heartbreak, these people gave us hope."

Carlisha Williams Bradley took on this challenging year with confidence and decisiveness. In the pandemic’s early days, state leaders started deferring decisions to local levels. As a member of the state Board of Education, Bradley didn’t want to shirk that responsibility. Read more here: https://tulsaworld.com/lifestyles/magazine/tulsans-of-the-year-carlisha-williams-bradley-advocates-for-youths-education/article_84824730-12dc-11eb-b603-030e5deca5e7.html Show less

Each year, the League of Women Voters of Metropolitan Tulsa honors ten amazing women and girls who aren't afraid to lead, who are willing to speak up, and who step up to serve their community...women and girls who "could be president".

Selected for the Michael F. Price College of Business' inaugural 40 Under 40 as one of the college's most influential young alumni in business today.

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There’s an energy in Oklahoma – an energy that convinces many of the state’s natives to stay and invest in their communities. This powerful energy also drives young Oklahomans, who leave temporarily, to return and make a lasting mark in their home state. Oklahoma is no longer synonymous with the oil and gas industry – this great state is now known for everything from medical achievements to technological advancements that are paving the way for the rest of the country. These advancements are… Show more

There’s an energy in Oklahoma – an energy that convinces many of the state’s natives to stay and invest in their communities. This powerful energy also drives young Oklahomans, who leave temporarily, to return and make a lasting mark in their home state. Oklahoma is no longer synonymous with the oil and gas industry – this great state is now known for everything from medical achievements to technological advancements that are paving the way for the rest of the country. These advancements are largely made possible by the young achievers who have a common goal: to improve and enhance the land they love. All over the state, from the Black Mesa to Beavers Bend, Oklahomans are changing the world. Oklahoma Magazine is proud to present the 11th annual class of 40 Under 40. - http://www.okmag.com/blog/2017/03/29/40-under-40-2017/ Show less

The Pinnacle Award honors 10 bold Tulsa leaders in a Grammy’s-style celebration that incorporates live entertainment, celebrity presenters and an empowering look into the contributions of our city’s most inspiring women.

Selected as 1 of 100 women who have changed the lives of Tulsans over the past 100 years of the YWCA's existence since 1914. Each woman selected, living and those that have passed on, have made an impact on the YWCA's mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. www.100womenoftulsa.org

The annual Ambassadors of Change Luncheon honors three women who embark on the journey to encourage, empower, and enlighten, communities, states, and nations. These women are a rising voices in their communities that seek to make a difference.

For outstanding contributions to the Tulsa community.

In recognition of success, accomplishments and community service.

Williams and the Tulsa Shock honor inspirational women who serve their community with relentless dedication and passion while impacting the lives of area youth and community members.