James Gulley

James completed all 12 grades in the Muskogee Public School system and attended Northeastern State University from 1971-76. He began working nights on the loading crew for Love Bottling Company on August 1, 1972; he is now the president and CEO of Love Bottling Company. In addition to his professional success, James has been an involved member of his community. He is a trustee of New Community Church, served 12 years as a Ward 2 Muskogee City Council elected official, and has been a member of multiple committees as a City of Muskogee Foundation board member. In his free time, he can be found gardening, attending plays and concerts, and going on adventures with his family, especially his two grandchildren.