Meeks Group: Casting a 'Wide' Swath

The state of Oklahoma plays home to more than 20 recognized Indian tribes, with the Tulsa area counting the Cherokee Nation, Creek Nation, Osage Nation and Quapaw among its populace. Crockett himself is a Cherokee, and since Native American-owned businesses can apply for preferred vendor status with these tribes, the Meeks Group became certified. It is not surprising that Native Americans prize environmental responsibility from its providers; in fact, the Cherokee Nation encouraged Crockett to gain Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification.