Melissa Myers
Tulsa County Chair
My fellow Republicans,
It is with immense pride and a deep sense of purpose that I step into the role of your new chairperson. Today, we stand at a pivotal moment—a time to unite, to rise, and to reclaim the heart of what makes our party, and our nation, extraordinary. I am honored to lead the charge in championing our shared conservative values: liberty, opportunity, and the unwavering belief that every American deserves a chance to thrive. Together, we will build a future rooted in strength, faith, and the principles that have always guided us—because this party is not just a voice, it’s a movement of the people, for the people. Let us march forward with courage and conviction, igniting hope in every corner of this great land. The work begins now, and I am ready to stand shoulder to shoulder with each of you as we shape a bolder, brighter tomorrow. Welcome to this journey—together, we will win, and together, we will soar.
With gratitude and resolve,
Melissa Myers
Chairperson, Tulsa County GOP
Amy Marsh
Tulsa County Vice Chair
Thank you for the opportunity to serve as Vice Chair of the Tulsa County GOP.
With an extensive background in education and leadership, I taught K-12 students for over ten years and earned a Master’s of Education in Curriculum and Instruction. I am a lifelong learner who, several years ago, began a deep study of American history and our founding principles. This journey strengthened my conviction that we must educate ourselves and actively engage in civic life to preserve our freedoms and pass on a strong legacy to the next generation.
As a woman of faith, devoted wife, and mother, I could no longer remain on the sidelines while our nation and local community drifted away from the ideals of liberty and a true constitutional republic. I am deeply passionate about our country and believe it is worthy of our time, focus, and talents.
Over the past 15+ years, I have served in numerous leadership roles, including being elected President of a statewide education association with more than 1,000 members. During my tenure, I significantly increased membership and secured a strong financial foundation for the organization. I am committed to leading, serving, inspiring, and motivating others so that together we can achieve far more than we ever could alone.
In my role as Vice Chair, my priorities include:
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Educating, training, and equipping our precinct volunteers
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Creating an environment where elected officials raise the standard, remain accountable to the people they represent, and faithfully uphold the OKGOP Party Platform
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Supporting and helping truly conservative candidates win their races
The future is bright for Tulsa County conservatives. The more we work together, the more we will accomplish!
Our Vision
The Republican Party of Tulsa County | Tulsa County GOP is on the front lines of the fight to save our democracy. Our county serves more than 682,000 people across 587 square miles. We work each day to grow the involvement of all conservatives starting at the precinct level. It is our vision to register voters and serve those voters in every neighborhood with a coalition of well-developed Precinct Committees, Conservative Social clubs and elected officials throughout Tulsa County, the State of Oklahoma and the United States of America. Additionally, we aim to uphold and restore integrity and transparency across all government branches and the political process. Grounded in the values enshrined in the U.S. Constitution and the Oklahoma Constitution, we are dedicated to championing legislation that fosters justice and creates opportunities for prosperity.
Meet the Team
State Committee Member
Angela Strohm
My name is Angela Strohm and I am your new Tulsa County State Committeewoman.
I have a degree in education and spent over ten years teaching in both public and private schools. I’m an active member of City Elders, former Chaplain of the Women's Republican Club of Tulsa County, I’ve been active and engaged in politics for many years and have worked on several campaigns. Most importantly I’m a mom of 4, a grandmother (finally!) and I love Jesus.
When I considered running for this role, I spent time learning what I would be responsible for, and what I would like to achieve. With these ideas in mind, as your State Committeewoman, my goal is to:
* Work with groups across our area to help identify the best Conservative Republican candidates.
* Work with our party and various groups to get Conservative Republican candidates elected.
* Help prepare candidates for the battle they will walk into when elected.
* Seek to lead in a manner that inspires others to accomplish more together than they would have alone.
Finally, I believe that it’s crucial that we hold our elected Republican officials accountable for our Oklahoma GOP Platform. Our platform represents decades of work to define what we believe. As scripture says, ‘write the vision and make it plain’ and that’s what our platform does!
State Committee Member
Paul Hassink
Paul is a first-generation American, the son of parents who experienced the devastation of Nazi-occupied Netherlands during World War II. Paul and his wife Pamela have raised six successful children and have twenty-one grandchildren. They are committed pro-life Christians and dedicated members of the Church of St. Mary. Paul is an active member of the Knights of Columbus, and he serves the community through the Home Improvement Ministry. Paul and his son both earned the rank of Eagle Scout, when there was a Boy Scouts of America. Paul is a volunteer for the Demand Project, Coffee Bunker and Mend Medical Services.
Paul Hassink received his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 1979 and his Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University in 1980. He is a Registered Professional Engineer since 1987, and is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the International Council on Large Electric Systems (CIGRE). In 2022 and 2024, Paul was elected as the Republican Nominee for the Oklahoma State House District 79. He is on the Tulsa County Republican Party Executive Committee in 2024 and 2025. Paul is a current member of the City of Tulsa Sales Tax Overview Committee and the Oklahoma State Home Inspection Examiners Committee. He was elected to the State Committee for the Tulsa County Republican Party in 2025. Paul retired from American Electric Power (AEP) Service Corporation after 40 years in 2020. Paul held several management positions in AEP Transmission including Director of Station Engineering and Director of West Transmission Planning.
District Committee Member
Vacant
District Committee Member
Shelley Gwartney
Shelley Gwartney is an Oklahoma born and bred patriot. Shelley is a mom of 4, foster mom to many, and has been married to her Marine veteran husband for 20 years. She is passionate about the next generation. Shelley is an active presence in her local schools, working as a substitute teacher, coach, and dedicated volunteer. She has been a district Captain with Oklahomans for Health & Parental Rights for many years. You can find her on podcasts, radio shows, and occasionally live national TV, speaking about school outcomes, parental rights, and state legislative issues.
Shelley works as an Onboarding & Compliance Specialist helping nonprofits launch strong and maintain regulatory integrity. Her work in the community has involved launching and scaling small businesses, nonprofits, and ministries, as well as serving on local boards such as the 2022 ReZoning Committee in Broken Arrow. She was first elected in 2023 as a State Committee Member and is honored to have been elected in 2025 as a District Committee Member. Shelley values local involvement and empowering parents to raise civically minded children for the preservation of America.