Bill Coleman is an American businessman, radio broadcaster, and politician serving as a member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 10th district. Elected in November 2018, he assumed office on November 14, 2018.
Bill Coleman | |
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| Assistant Majority Whip of the Oklahoma Senate | |
| Assumed office December 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Julie Daniels |
| Member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 10th district | |
| Assumed office November 14, 2018 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Durant, Oklahoma |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Helen |
| Children | 3 |
| Residence | Ponca City, Oklahoma |
Early life and education
Coleman was born in Durant, Oklahoma and graduated from Pawhuska High School.[1]
Career
Outside of politics, Coleman has worked as a radio broadcaster. He was also a member of the board of the National Association of Broadcasters. Coleman is the owner of Team Radio Marketing Group, a holding company that operates KLOR-FM, KPNC, and KOSB.[2][3] Coleman was elected to the Oklahoma Senate by defeating Amber Roberts in a Republican Party primary runoff election.[4][5] He was sworn into office on November 14, 2018.[6][7] Within the state senate, Coleman serves as vice chair of the Senate Business, Commerce, and Tourism Committee.[8]