Debra Wimpee on Breaking Records & Serving Veterans

#18: Mayor Debra Wimpee joins Henry Penix on The Frequency Effect to share her inspiring journey—from being the first of multiple female leaders in Broken Arrow's history to leading life-changing initiatives for veterans through Soldiers Wish. Discover how faith, purpose, and passion fuel her energy and leadership style. Debra opens up about her calling, resilience, and what it takes to stay grounded while setting records and championing underserved communities. If you're searching for motivation, purpose, or proof that authenticity still changes the world—this episode delivers. Position and Public Service Debra Wimpee currently serves as the Mayor of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. She was first elected to the Broken Arrow City Council in 2019 and became mayor in 2021. She is the first woman elected to a full term as mayor in the city’s history. Before entering public office, Wimpee was a small business owner and active community volunteer with a strong focus on civic engagement and local development. Military Recognition In April 2023, Mayor Wimpee was honored by U.S. Army National Guard soldiers for her ongoing support of military families and service members. National Appointments and Civic Leadership Mayor Wimpee serves on the National League of Cities (NLC) Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Committee and is an active member of Women in Municipal Government (WIMG). Awards and Recognitions In 2023, Debra Wimpee was named a finalist for the Journal Record’s “50 Making a Difference” award, recognizing influential women across Oklahoma. She has also received honors from Keep Oklahoma Beautiful for her leadership in beautification and revitalization efforts across Broken Arrow. Additionally, she has received commendations from state legislators for her innovative contributions to urban planning and public engagement. 00:00 Introduction 02:12 Breaking Records in Leadership 04:07 The Unexpected Journey into Politics 06:19 Overcoming Personal Struggles 08:20 Discovering Her Calling 10:03 From Exorcism to Exhortation 12:12 Faith and Favor in Hard Times 14:05 Leading Through Criticism 16:01 Lessons from Social Media Backlash 18:00 Advice for Women in Leadership 20:03 Desire and Divine Assignment 22:05 Integrity and Independent Decision-Making 24:01 The Value of Mentorship and Boundaries 26:00 High Energy Lifestyle Habits 28:01 Managing Wellness on a Busy Schedule 30:00 Why She Still Serves 32:00 The Broken Arrow Amphitheater Project 34:03 Leading Soldiers Wish 36:01 Impacting Veterans One Wish at a Time Help Debra Wimpee Today: Soldier’s Wish – Soldierswish.org Debra’s Facebook – Debra Wimpee Follow Soaak & The Frequency Effect Podcast: Website – Soaak Technologies App – Soaak Frequency Therapy Instagram – @thesoaakpodcast Henry’s Instagram – @henrypenix Sponsors: Visit soaak.com/app and enter code Soaakpod for your first month free! Produced by Soaak Technologies Inc.