“In my view, it starts with a trained and educated workforce,” Leslie says of her aim to ensure safe workplaces and strong companies.

“That said, I have opened a conversation with the citizens of Oklahoma to discuss their aspirations and ideas. I love this state, and I want to be part of a state government that serves its people by putting their interests above all else.”

Leslie, who graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in business, says she is a firm believer that moving forward will take a village of citizen-advocates and elected statesmen.

“We have serious problems in Oklahoma, but with leaders who put people over politics, I am convinced we can solve them.”