Get to know us

Board of Directors

David Austin

Board President | ConocoPhillips

Michelle Gray

Member | Oklahoma Works

George Halkiades

Treasurer | Civic Leader & Community Mentor

John Jenkins, DMA

Member | Executive Director, Bartlesville Symphony (former)

Pablo Merlo

Member | ARG Concrete (owner)

Richard Mitchell

Member | Attorney-At-Law

Rev. Victor Paul

Retired, Greater FIrst Church

Mike Washington

Washington welding (owner)

Executive Director

Shavon Robles is a strategist, cultural architect, and nonprofit leader dedicated to building what lasts, reforming what’s broken, and restoring what’s been overlooked. Born and raised in Bartlesville, her journey with Westside Community Center (WCC) began as a young participant in its programs and has now come full circle as she leads the organization into a bold new era of renewal and impact.

When Shavon became Executive Director, WCC had closed its doors. In her first year, she doubled membership, increased revenue by more than 2,000%, and spearheaded the launch of WCC’s $2.5 million endowment alongside Dennis Seals Sr. Hosted by the Bartlesville Community Foundation, the endowment received over $150,000 in pledges within the first 48 hours and, once fully funded, will secure a foundation for the next 75 years of impact and sustainability.

As a cultural architect, Shavon designs environments that shape how people connect, communicate, and grow together. She believes Bartlesville’s strength is found in its people. Through strong youth programs, curated spaces for adults to learn and connect, practical teaching on financial stewardship, shared cultural experiences, and

deep respect for the wisdom of elders, Shavon works to build a stronger, more connected Bartlesville - one rooted in unity, purpose, and community.

In a time when meaningful dialogue often gives way to division, Shavon aims to foster spaces marked by mutual respect, reason, and a willingness to listen. Her approach is simple: we may not always agree, but we can seek to understand, and through that understanding, build a stronger, steadier community.

Shavon’s leadership reflects a multidisciplinary background in psychology, organizational leadership, and financial restructuring. She is certified in Lean Six Sigma and Contract Negotiation and is currently pursuing her Master’s in MFT.

Shavon and her husband, Carlos, enjoy spending time with their fur baby, Grace (8-month-old Cane Corso), and their granddog, Poe (yes, like Edgar Allan Poe). Together, they remain devoted to causes that build family-centered values, strengthen foundations rooted in integrity, and cultivate vibrant, connected communities.

To join WCC in building a legacy of impact, email: director@wccbartlesville.org or schedule a meeting!

Shavon Annette

Where Vision Meets Structure and Culture is Rebuilt.

Michele Beavers

administration manager

Gentry Turner

Social media College Intern