Lance and Tina Parkhill
PARKHILL’S LIQUORS & WINE Roy Fred Parkhill started Parkhill’s Warehouse Liquors & Wine in 1963. At that time, the store was 2,000 square feet; now, it is over 15,000 square feet. Today, the founder’s son, Lance, owns the business and manages more than 20 employees. Parkhill offers guests great product selection, engaging customer service and valued purchasing options. The company assists customers with large purchases, party planning and other beverage-related needs. In 2014, a 3,500-square-foot party accessory store was added to create a convenient shopping experience for all aspects of entertainment planning. As a result of its 50-year legacy, the Parkhill family business was recognized in 2015 as the State and National Chamber Family-Owned Small Business of the Year. Five years ago, the company extended its reach by opening a second, 10,000-square-foot store in south Tulsa and adding another 12 employ-
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ees. The store is owned by Lance’s wife, Tina, and was recognized as one of Tulsa’s Fast 40 growing businesses in 2014. More recently, construction began on a new, 21,000-square-foot facility adjacent to the original store, which will bring a modern, cutting edge design to the vintage brand. Completion is slated for late 2017. Community involvement is at the core of the Parkhill family’s values. The family supports American Red Cross, American Heart Association, Family and Children’s Services, Junior Achievement, Child Abuse Network, Ronald McDonald House, OSU, Leadership Tulsa, Crosstown Learning Center, Soldier’s Make-a-Wish Foundation, Bixby Outreach Center, Life Senior Services, The Center For Individuals With Physical Challenges and more. “We serve the community that has been so loyal to our local, familyowned business,” says Lance Parkhill.