Board of Directors

John Rossi is President of his own media consulting firm, JR Media, LLC. He has enjoyed a forty-year career in broadcasting, serving more than half that time in General Manager positions at television stations around the country. In addition to his involvement with Forming Lives, John is actively involved with United Voice Oklahoma, a collaborative effort among local community leaders and the media in Oklahoma City, promoting a healthy dialogue on race. Additionally, John is a Board member of Shiloh Camp and its mission to transform our inner city through faith, sports, the arts, and meaningful relationships. John and his wife Faith reside in Edmond, Oklahoma.

Jackie Listen began his career in real estate before being hired by McClain County National Bank to market their repossessed properties. Through the years, Jackie served the bank in many roles and eventually Sr. Vice President and manager of a new bank branch. In January of 2020, after a nearly 28-year banking career, he closed that chapter and officially “re-fired” back into the world of entrepreneurship. Jackie is now coaching and mentoring other young business leaders, focusing again on real estate, and he continues to serve on McClain Bank’s Board of Directors. He lives on a ranch in Noble with his wife Paula. They have two children, one son-in-law, and one grandson. Jackie is enjoying his new role as “Chief Encouragement Officer” and is passionate about helping the next generation step into their purpose. 

Toni Bobek was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Oklahoma. After being a stay-at-home mom for 20+ years she taught school at Victory Academy in Oklahoma City. Helping to create student outreach at inner city schools Toni was part of providing food programs along with college and career readiness advice for graduating seniors. She has since earned her real estate license and now works the Oklahoma City metro and surrounding areas.