Rural & Urban Private Sector Experience
- 5th Generation Oklahoman faithful to the family farm and ranch in Ellis County since childhood
- Managing member of Murphy Land and Cattle since 2002
- Geologist – Various Oklahoma companies and owned and operated consulting business, 1983-1996
- Attorney – Oklahoma law firms, administrative law judge, and owned and operated solo law practice specializing in energy, 1996-2008
- More than 22 years of energy development and policy experience
Oklahoma utility rates are currently 3rd lowest in the nation. Dana Helps Create a Prosperous Environment for New & Existing Oklahoma Businesses to Grow & Thrive.
Local, Statewide & National Public Service
- Elected Chairman of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC) by her fellow Commissioners, 2011-2012, 2017-Present
- Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner, 2009-Present
- National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC), Electric Committee, 2009-Present
- Regional State Committee of Southwest Power Pool Member, 2011-Present
- Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), Advisory Board, 2014-Present
- Administrative Law Judge for the OCC, 1996-2001
Led initiatives for pipeline safety resulting in adoption of pipeline safety legislation
Servant Leadership & Accomplishments
- Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, Law, OCU
- Bachelor of Science, Geology, OSU
- Serves on over 12 Oklahoma Boards and Commissions
- Trustee on the Board of the Church of the Servant, 2003-2006, 2017-Present
- Salvation Army Central Oklahoma Area Command, Advisory Board Member, 2010-Present
- Financial Research Institute, Advisory Board Member, 2011-Present
- Oklahoma Water Resources Advisory Board Member, 2009-Present
- Oklahoma Women's Coalition Member, 2008-2015
- Outstanding Woman in Energy, Energy Advocates, 2007
- University of Central Oklahoma Distinguished Alumni Award, 2012
- Award for Leadership and Understanding of Oklahoma Mineral Owners, OK National Association of Royalty Owners (NARO), 2013
- Friend of Agricultural Cooperatives Award, Oklahoma Agricultural Cooperatives Council, 2011
- Distinguished Service Award, OK NARO, 2010
Keynote speaker for OCU graduate energy students at the Meinders School of Business for over 5 years
Represents Oklahoma Values
- 100% Pro-Life
- A-Rated National Rifle Association
- Prioritize Education
- Reform Budget Process
- Diversify Oklahoma's Economy
- Provide Opportunities for Job Growth