
MOST ADMIRED OKLAHOMANS
As you likely know, our Express companies chose Oklahoma to be the international headquarters in the mid 80’s and never looked back. A...

TOP TEN reasons to visit the St. James Hotel
TOP TEN reasons to visit the St. James Hotel By Bob Funk, Sr. People ask: “Why did you purchase and refurbish the historic St. James...

Oklahoma Youth Expo reaches $9M in ONWARD Campaign
The Oklahoma Youth Expo reaches $9 million in the ONWARD campaign. Campaign funds raised – matched from a generous 1:1 match challenge...


A Very Merry Christmas
Having you as my friends, family, associates, and fellow Americans makes me feel as if it is Christmas every day. A silent night, a star...


Understanding House Bill 1934 and my Endorsement
Many of you know that in the summer of 2023, the Oklahoma Legislature and Governor Kevin Stitt passed common education legislation titled...

Funk receives the Jim Shoulders Lifetime Achievement Award
Friends, family and followers, Wow! Last month, I was honored to receive the Jim Shoulders Lifetime Achievement Award. As not one...

Funk inducted into Hall of Great Westerners
I wanted to share with my blog friends, family and followers that it was a great honor this year to be inducted in The Hall of Great...


Running Businesses with COWBOY ETHICS
By Bob Funk, Sr. With the 2020 pandemic behind us, are you ready to embrace Cowboy Ethics in your businesses? As Express companies reach...

Fascinating Facts about Labor Day
Labor Day (occurring on Monday, Sept 4, 2023) is surrounded by great American history and fascinating facts. Created by the labor...

When is the US in a Recession and How Does It Impact Unemployment?
Having been in the staffing business for 58 consecutive years (yes, I recognize this is a VERY long time :), I am reminded I have been...