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    • January 28, 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Devon Tower 50th Floor
    Register

    OK ETHICS Presents:

    Banking on Balance: Cracking the Code to Culture and Ethics in a Rapid Growth Environment


    Sean Kouplen

    Chairman & CEO | Regent Bank


    OKC 

    Devon Energy Tower 50th Floor

    Wednesday, January 28th

    11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

    Networking Time: 10:45-11:15


    OK ETHICS will host a half-hour networking event in the adjacent room to the Infinity Room beginning at 10:45 a.m. The buffet will open at 11:15 a.m., and the meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. 


    Downtown OKC VENUE!! (w/ FREE parking!)

    Devon Energy Tower 50th Floor

    333 W Sheridan Ave 


    printable map

    Open parking address in Google Maps

    Open parking address in Apple Maps


    Premium Members: Free for the number of pre-paid registrants included in membership

    Members: $60

    Non-Members: $70


    CPE Details:

    1. Instruction Delivery Method:  Group Live Instruction

    2. Prerequisites:  None

    3. Category: TBD

    4. Attendance requirement: 50-minute presentation

    5. Refund or cancellation policy: refunds are not available after the event 

    6. Complaint resolution policy: email mary@okethics.com with concerns

    7. Advanced preparation: none

    Content reviewer: Executive Director & CPE Coordinator


      Program Description: 

      Sean will discuss Regent Bank's remarkable growth story, and the challenges of balancing a caring corporate culture, strong internal controls and living out your core values while growing very rapidly. Sean's humor, transparency and openness make him a very popular leadership speaker, and he will provide you with some very actionable takeaways to take your organization to greater heights.


      Key Takeaways: 


      1. It is possible to experience rapid growth and maintain a strong culture at the same time.

      2. Employees today are seeking a greater purpose in their work.

      3. Strong integration of core values can minimize day-to-day management issues.

      4. A values-based company must always take the high road and be above reproach in all ethical matters.

      5. Leaders must take time to be grateful for how far their organization has progressed instead of always pushing toward the future.


      About the Speaker:

      Sean Kouplen is the Chairman & CEO of Regent Bank, Oklahoma’s Past Secretary of Commerce & Workforce Development, and the founder of the 94X Faith at Work movement.

      In 2008, Kouplen led an investor group that purchased 110-year old Regent Bank in Nowata, OK. Since that time, the bank has expanded to seven markets throughout Oklahoma and Missouri and has grown from $72 million to almost $2 billion in assets- making it one of America’s fastest-growing banks. Regent Bank has won many awards including Inc Magazine’s Best Places to Work and the Central United States Community Bank of the Year.

      Kouplen was the head coach of the 2022 Oklahoma Little League World Series that achieved global fame because of Isaiah Jarvis’ hug felt around the world.

      Kouplen holds numerous local and statewide leadership positions, including Chairman of the Oklahoma Business Roundtable, OSU National Alumni Association, OSU-Tulsa Board of Trustees, Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance, and Hospitality House of Tulsa.

      He is currently a board member of the Metro Tulsa Chamber of Commerce, The Lord Sees Foundation, Christian Employers Alliance and the CEO Forum.

      Kouplen’s awards include Journal Record’s Most Admired CEO Award, his fraternity’s top national alumni award, and Citizen of the Year in Bixby, OK.

      Kouplen has written four popular books, hosts a nationwide podcast called 94X Kingdom Driven CEO, and leads a daily call-in devotional that has reached hundreds of thousands of people in all 50 states and four foreign countries.

      Last but not least, Kouplen also holds a black belt in taekwondo!

      Sean has been married to Angela for 27 years and they have three children- Emory (22), Kennedy (18) and Finley (15).

      OKC 

      Devon Energy Tower 50th Floor

      Wednesday, November 19th

      11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Networking Time: 10:45-11:15

      • January 29, 2026
      • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
      • Tulsa Downtown DoubleTree
      Register

      OK ETHICS Presents:

      Banking on Balance: Cracking the Code to CUlture and EThics in a Rapid Growth Environment


      Sean Kouplen

      Chairman & CEO | Regent Bank


      Tulsa 

      Downtown DoubleTree

      616 W 7th St

      Thursday, January 29th

      11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

      Networking Time: 10:45-11:15

      Parking is free in the connected parking garage.


      OK ETHICS will host a half-hour networking event in the foyer of the International Ballroom beginning at 10:45 a.m. The buffet will open at 11:15 a.m., and the meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. 


      Premium Members: Free for the number of pre-paid registrants included in membership

      Members: $60

      Non-Members: $70


      CPE Details:

      1. Instruction Delivery Method:  Group Live Instruction

      2. Prerequisites:  None

      3. Category: TBD

      4. Attendance requirement: 50-minute presentation

      5. Refund or cancellation policy: refunds are not available after the event 

      6. Complaint resolution policy: email mary@okethics.com with concerns

      7. Advanced preparation: none

      Content reviewer: Executive Director & CPE Coordinator


        Program Description: 

        Sean will discuss Regent Bank's remarkable growth story, and the challenges of balancing a caring corporate culture, strong internal controls and living out your core values while growing very rapidly. Sean's humor, transparency and openness make him a very popular leadership speaker, and he will provide you with some very actionable takeaways to take your organization to greater heights.


        Key Takeaways: 

        1. It is possible to experience rapid growth and maintain a strong culture at the same time.

        2. Employees today are seeking a greater purpose in their work.

        3. Strong integration of core values can minimize day-to-day management issues.

        4. A values-based company must always take the high road and be above reproach in all ethical matters.

        5. Leaders must take time to be grateful for how far their organization has progressed instead of always pushing toward the future.


        About the Speaker:

        Sean Kouplen is the Chairman & CEO of Regent Bank, Oklahoma’s Past Secretary of Commerce & Workforce Development, and the founder of the 94X Faith at Work movement.

        In 2008, Kouplen led an investor group that purchased 110-year old Regent Bank in Nowata, OK. Since that time, the bank has expanded to seven markets throughout Oklahoma and Missouri and has grown from $72 million to almost $2 billion in assets- making it one of America’s fastest-growing banks. Regent Bank has won many awards including Inc Magazine’s Best Places to Work and the Central United States Community Bank of the Year.

        Kouplen was the head coach of the 2022 Oklahoma Little League World Series that achieved global fame because of Isaiah Jarvis’ hug felt around the world.

        Kouplen holds numerous local and statewide leadership positions, including Chairman of the Oklahoma Business Roundtable, OSU National Alumni Association, OSU-Tulsa Board of Trustees, Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance, and Hospitality House of Tulsa.

        He is currently a board member of the Metro Tulsa Chamber of Commerce, The Lord Sees Foundation, Christian Employers Alliance and the CEO Forum.

        Kouplen’s awards include Journal Record’s Most Admired CEO Award, his fraternity’s top national alumni award, and Citizen of the Year in Bixby, OK.

        Kouplen has written four popular books, hosts a nationwide podcast called 94X Kingdom Driven CEO, and leads a daily call-in devotional that has reached hundreds of thousands of people in all 50 states and four foreign countries.

        Last but not least, Kouplen also holds a black belt in taekwondo!

        Sean has been married to Angela for 27 years and they have three children- Emory (22), Kennedy (18) and Finley (15).

        • February 18, 2026
        • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
        • Devon Tower 50th Floor
        Register

        OK ETHICS Presents:

        When Servant Leadership Isn't Enough


        David Chen

        Franchise Owner| Chick-fil-A


        OKC 

        Devon Energy Tower 50th Floor

        Wednesday, February 18th

        11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

        Networking Time: 10:45-11:15


        OK ETHICS will host a half-hour networking event in the adjacent room to the Infinity Room beginning at 10:45 a.m. The buffet will open at 11:15 a.m., and the meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. 


        Downtown OKC VENUE!! (w/ FREE parking!)

        Devon Energy Tower 50th Floor

        333 W Sheridan Ave 


        printable map

        Open parking address in Google Maps

        Open parking address in Apple Maps


        Premium Members: Free for the number of pre-paid registrants included in membership

        Members: $60

        Non-Members: $70


        CPE Details:

        1. Instruction Delivery Method:  Group Live Instruction

        2. Prerequisites:  None

        3. Category: TBD

        4. Attendance requirement: 50-minute presentation

        5. Refund or cancellation policy: refunds are not available after the event 

        6. Complaint resolution policy: email mary@okethics.com with concerns

        7. Advanced preparation: none

        Content reviewer: Executive Director & CPE Coordinator


          Program Description: 

          Coming soon!


          Key Takeaways: 

          Coming soon!


          About the Speaker:


          OKC 

          Devon Energy Tower 50th Floor

          Wednesday, November 19th

          11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

          Networking Time: 10:45-11:15

          • February 19, 2026
          • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
          • Tulsa Downtown DoubleTree
          Register

          OK ETHICS Presents:

          When Servant Leadership Isn't Enough


          David Chen

          Franchise Owner | Chick-fil-A


          Tulsa 

          Downtown DoubleTree

          616 W 7th St

          Thursday, February 19th

          11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

          Networking Time: 10:45-11:15

          Parking is free in the connected parking garage.


          OK ETHICS will host a half-hour networking event in the foyer of the International Ballroom beginning at 10:45 a.m. The buffet will open at 11:15 a.m., and the meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. 


          Premium Members: Free for the number of pre-paid registrants included in membership

          Members: $60

          Non-Members: $70


          CPE Details:

          1. Instruction Delivery Method:  Group Live Instruction

          2. Prerequisites:  None

          3. Category: TBD

          4. Attendance requirement: 50-minute presentation

          5. Refund or cancellation policy: refunds are not available after the event 

          6. Complaint resolution policy: email mary@okethics.com with concerns

          7. Advanced preparation: none

          Content reviewer: Executive Director & CPE Coordinator


            Program Description: 

            Coming soon!


            Key Takeaways: 

            Coming soon!


            About the Speaker:


            • March 25, 2026
            • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
            • Devon Tower 50th Floor

            OK ETHICS Presents:

            “Behaviors on the Battlefield”

            …and Selected Lessons for Business Leaders:

            Observations of a Career Navy SEAL


            OKC 

            Devon Energy Tower 50th Floor

            Wednesday, March 25th

            11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

            Networking Time: 10:45-11:15


            OK ETHICS will host a half-hour networking event in the adjacent room to the Infinity Room beginning at 10:45 a.m. The buffet will open at 11:15 a.m., and the meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. 


            Downtown OKC VENUE!! (w/ FREE parking!)

            Devon Energy Tower 50th Floor

            333 W Sheridan Ave 


            printable map

            Open parking address in Google Maps

            Open parking address in Apple Maps


            Premium Members: Free for the number of pre-paid registrants included in membership

            Members: $60

            Non-Members: $70


            CPE Details:

            1. Instruction Delivery Method:  Group Live Instruction

            2. Prerequisites:  None

            3. Category: TBD

            4. Attendance requirement: 50-minute presentation

            5. Refund or cancellation policy: refunds are not available after the event 

            6. Complaint resolution policy: email mary@okethics.com with concerns

            7. Advanced preparation: none

            Content reviewer: Executive Director & CPE Coordinator


              Program Description: 

              Coming soon!


              Key Takeaways: 


              Coming soon!


              About the Speaker:

              Vice Admiral, US Navy (Retired) Sean Pybus leads The Pybus Group, providing National Security and Defense advice to Industry and Academia. Cubic Corporation, EdenRoc Sciences, Digital Global Systems, and Stellar Solutions are among his corporate associates. Idaho National Laboratory and Joint Special Operations University are academic-oriented clients. Pybus maintains professional and social ties to U.S. Special Operations Command and the Special Operations Forces enterprise, committed to advancing their capabilities and understanding in today’s dynamic security environment. Whether in business or military affairs, Pybus works to develop and apply small, missionfocused teams in order to achieve strategic effects. His long tenure and leadership in military special operations around the world arm him with invaluable perspective and experience.

              Sean is Chairman of the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF), one of the highest rated benevolents in America. He is the Chairman of the Special Operations Memorial Foundation (SOMF). He is also Senior Advisor to Grey Bull Rescue, a Tampa-based, veteran-led, donor-funded 501c3 committed to recovering American citizens and Allies trapped in conflict zones around the world.

              Sean has a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from the University of Rochester (NY), 1979, and a Master’s in National Security Studies with Honors from the US Naval War College (RI), 1998. He has extensive overseas experience living and working in South America, Europe, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific. His final military assignment before retirement was Deputy Commander, US Special Operations Command, in Tampa, as a Vice Admiral, SEAL, US Navy. In recognition of his 34 years of military service, VADM(Ret) Pybus was inducted into the Oklahoma Military Hall of Fame in 2021. His wife Patty and Sean have three grown children, all serving in Active or Reserve roles in the US Military.

              • March 26, 2026
              • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
              • Tulsa Downtown DoubleTree

              OK ETHICS Presents:

              “Behaviors on the Battlefield"

              …and selected lessons for Business Leaders:

              Observations of a career Navy SEAL


              Tulsa 

              Downtown DoubleTree

              616 W 7th St

              Thursday, March 26th

              11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

              Networking Time: 10:45-11:15

              Parking is free in the connected parking garage.


              OK ETHICS will host a half-hour networking event in the foyer of the International Ballroom beginning at 10:45 a.m. The buffet will open at 11:15 a.m., and the meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. 


              Premium Members: Free for the number of pre-paid registrants included in membership

              Members: $60

              Non-Members: $70



              CPE Details:

              1. Instruction Delivery Method:  Group Live Instruction

              2. Prerequisites:  None

              3. Category: TBD

              4. Attendance requirement: 50-minute presentation

              5. Refund or cancellation policy: refunds not available after event 

              6. Complaint resolution policy: email mary@okethics.com with concerns

              7. Advanced preparation: none

              Content reviewer: Executive Director & CPE Coordinator


                Program Description: 

                Coming soon!


                Key Takeaways: 


                Coming soon!



                About the Speaker:

                Vice Admiral, US Navy (Retired) Sean Pybus leads The Pybus Group, providing National Security and Defense advice to Industry and Academia. Cubic Corporation, EdenRoc Sciences, Digital Global Systems, and Stellar Solutions are among his corporate associates. Idaho National Laboratory and Joint Special Operations University are academic-oriented clients. Pybus maintains professional and social ties to U.S. Special Operations Command and the Special Operations Forces enterprise, committed to advancing their capabilities and understanding in today’s dynamic security environment. Whether in business or military affairs, Pybus works to develop and apply small, missionfocused teams in order to achieve strategic effects. His long tenure and leadership in military special operations around the world arm him with invaluable perspective and experience.

                Sean is Chairman of the Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF), one of the highest rated benevolents in America. He is the Chairman of the Special Operations Memorial Foundation (SOMF). He is also Senior Advisor to Grey Bull Rescue, a Tampa-based, veteran-led, donor-funded 501c3 committed to recovering American citizens and Allies trapped in conflict zones around the world.

                Sean has a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from the University of Rochester (NY), 1979, and a Master’s in National Security Studies with Honors from the US Naval War College (RI), 1998. He has extensive overseas experience living and working in South America, Europe, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific. His final military assignment before retirement was Deputy Commander, US Special Operations Command, in Tampa, as a Vice Admiral, SEAL, US Navy. In recognition of his 34 years of military service, VADM(Ret) Pybus was inducted into the Oklahoma Military Hall of Fame in 2021. His wife Patty and Sean have three grown children, all serving in Active or Reserve roles in the US Military.

              Past events

              November 20, 2025 AI and Ethics
              November 19, 2025 AI and Ethics
              October 23, 2025 Navigating Ethical Challenges in Criminal Justice
              October 22, 2025 Navigating Ethical Challenges in Criminal Justice
              September 25, 2025 Once Upon a Time: Wisdom & Ethics
              September 24, 2025 Once Upon a Time: Wisdom & Ethics
              August 21, 2025 Athletes as Brands: Ethics, Opportunity, and the NIL Revolution
              August 20, 2025 Athletes as Brands: Ethics, Opportunity, and the NIL Revolution
              May 15, 2025 Spring Fling Reception
              April 24, 2025 The Slow Ethical Fade
              April 23, 2025 The Slow Ethical Fade
              March 27, 2025 Mastering Civility
              March 26, 2025 Mastering Civility
              February 27, 2025 The Ethics of Generosity
              February 26, 2025 The Ethics of Generosity
              January 23, 2025 How Core Values Support Crisis Management
              January 22, 2025 How Core Values Support Crisis Management
              November 21, 2024 Ethics in Corporate Communication
              November 20, 2024 Ethics in Corporate Communication
              October 24, 2024 Ethical Lessons from an $8.5 Million Fraud
              October 23, 2024 Ethical Lessons from an $8.5 Million Fraud
              September 26, 2024 Two Rights And a Wrong
              September 25, 2024 Two Rights And a Wrong
              August 29, 2024 Clear for Takeoff: Upholding Ethical Standards in Airport Leadership
              August 28, 2024 Clear for Takeoff: Upholding Ethical Standards in Airport Leadership
              April 25, 2024 Ethics and Artificial Intelligence
              April 24, 2024 Ethics and Artificial Intelligence
              March 28, 2024 The Best of the Best - Honoring 20 Years of Ethics
              March 27, 2024 The Best of the Best - Honoring 20 Years of Ethics
              February 29, 2024 Webco: 50+ Years of Success
              February 28, 2024 Webco: 50+ Years of Success
              January 25, 2024 The Secret Sauce of Chick-fil-A
              January 24, 2024 The Secret Sauce of Chick-fil-A
              November 16, 2023 Ethical Issues in Healthcare
              November 15, 2023 Conflict Mediation in Medical Ethics and Beyond
              October 26, 2023 Environmental Ethics
              October 25, 2023 Environmental Ethics
              September 28, 2023 Ethics & Artificial Intelligence in Changing Times
              September 27, 2023 Ethics & Artificial Intelligence in Changing Times
              August 24, 2023 The Evolving Ethics of the Entertainment Industry
              August 23, 2023 The Evolving Ethics of the Entertainment Industry
              May 24, 2023 An Ethical Exploration of Bitcoin
              April 27, 2023 What Motivates People to Lie, Cheat, or Steal?
              April 26, 2023 What Motivates People to Lie, Cheat, or Steal?
              March 23, 2023 Ethical Issues in the 21st Century Legal World
              March 22, 2023 Ethical Issues in the 21st Century Legal World
              February 23, 2023 Eliminating the Mental Health Stigma
              February 22, 2023 Eliminating the Mental Health Stigma
              January 25, 2023 CANCELLED - An Ethical Exploration of Bitcoin
              January 19, 2023 An Ethical Exploration of Bitcoin
              November 16, 2022 Leadership Is an Inside Job
              October 26, 2022 Energizing Ethics
              September 28, 2022 Leading with Ethics & Values
              August 24, 2022 Ethical Dilemmas in Board Service
              May 26, 2022 Jeff Wilkie
              April 27, 2022 Pattye Moore
              March 24, 2022 Tulsa Chapter Presents: Panel Discussion
              March 09, 2022 OK Ethics Virtual Presents: Panel Discussion
              March 09, 2022 Oklahoma City Chapter Presents: Panel Discussion
              February 17, 2022 Tulsa Chapter Presents: Jim Stovall
              February 16, 2022 OK Ethics Virtual Presents: Jim Stovall
              February 16, 2022 Oklahoma City Chapter Presents: Jim Stovall
              January 27, 2022 Tulsa Chapter Presents: Pattye Moore
              January 26, 2022 OK Ethics Virtual Presents: Pattye Moore
              January 26, 2022 Oklahoma City Chapter Presents: Pattye Moore
              November 18, 2021 Tulsa Chapter Presents: Thomas J. Tropp
              November 17, 2021 Oklahoma City Chapter presents: Thomas J. Tropp
              October 20, 2021 OK Ethics Presents: Dr. Meg Myers
              September 22, 2021 Oklahoma Business Ethics Consortium Annual Awards

              Oklahoma Business Ethics Consortium

              P.O. Box 3174

              Oklahoma City, OK 73101

              918-604-3051


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