Cristi Goettel Named to Ragan’s Top Women in Communications Awards Class of 2025
Tulsa, Okla. March 5, 2026 — BOK Financial proudly announces that Cristi Goettel, senior vice president and director of strategic communications and brand, has been named an honoree in Ragan’s Top Women in Communications Awards, Class of 2026.
Ragan’s Top Women in Communications Awards recognizes the industry’s most influential leaders across corporate, agency, nonprofit and public-sector communications. The program celebrates women whose leadership, strategy and vision are shaping the future of the communications profession.
Honorees were recognized during Ragan’s Top Women in Communications Awards Luncheon on March 3, 2026, at City Winery in New York City, where communications leaders from across the country and globe gathered to celebrate excellence, impact and innovation.
“I’m honored to be included,” Goettel said. “Communication is about earning trust over time. It means showing up with clarity, staying steady when things move quickly, and helping people understand what matters. I’m proud of the team and the partners I get to do that with every day.”
“Each year, the Top Women in Communications Awards celebrates leaders who are elevating the profession and driving meaningful impact within their organizations and beyond,” said Brendan Gannon, Senior Marketing Manager for Ragan’s Awards Programs. “We congratulate all of these influential leaders.”
As director of strategic communications and brand, Goettel leads internal and external communications that support business priorities and protect the organization’s reputation. Her work helps strengthen how the organization communicates with employees and external audiences, especially in high-stakes situations where clear, timely messaging matters.
About BOK Financial
For more than a century, BOK Financial has been a financial services partner for consumers, businesses and wealth clients alike. We bring the kind of financial insight and resources you’d expect from a national institution — but we deliver it with the care, clarity, and consistency of a neighbor who knows your name and understands your goals.
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