The Oklahoma Bar Journal December 2023

and bar feel welcome and valued. The summer of 2024 will allow us to do just that. In summary, I feel we found our recipe for success. However, I would be remiss to not include a recipe from Executive Director Emeritus John Morris Williams in a December Oklahoma Bar Journal . Enjoy!

We also took time to recognize our amazing members. During the Annual Meeting, we took time to recognize the achievements and contributions of our members. It’s always an honor to recognize our colleagues’ accomplishments and dedication to the practice of law. My hope is that these actions continue to aspire and inspire our members. There were also several net working opportunities that allowed attendees to connect and further a sense of community. From President Hermanson’s Welcome Reception and the Oklahoma Bar Foundation Reception to the Diversity Dinner and the addition of the Ice Cream Social and Movie Night, there was something for everyone each night. And as tradition would have it, of course there were several hospitality suites to catch up with colleagues and friends. I truly hope that those of you reading this article are remember ing the meeting as fondly as I am. If you were not there, please make plans to join us in July 2024 in Norman. The 120th OBA Annual Meeting will be held in conjunc tion with the Oklahoma Judicial Conference in a resort-casual atmosphere with solo and small firm and young lawyers tracks. Our goal is to bring us all together again! We believe our recipe for success is fostering inclusivity and ensuring all members of the bench

To contact Executive Director Johnson, email her at janetj@okbar.org.

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