ABOUT

Rusty Grissom is a lifelong resident of Cleveland County District 3 with a deep-seated commitment to the growth and prosperity of his community. A dedicated family man and proven business leader, Rusty has spent four decades building both a successful enterprise and a lasting legacy in the region.  

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Professional Leadership & Business Experience
Since 1985, Rusty has owned and operated Grissom Landscape Nursery, demonstrating the work ethic and fiscal responsibility required of a small business owner. His leadership extends significantly into the utility and infrastructure sectors, where he served on the Oklahoma Electric Cooperative (OEC) Board of Trustees for over 21 years (2001–2022). During his tenure, he was elected Board President four times and logged more than 5,000 hours in strategic meetings.  

Rusty was instrumental in the inception and launch of OEC Fiber, serving as an inaugural board member and helping guide the initiative to over 25,000 subscribers. His technical expertise is backed by top-tier certifications from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, including Credentialed Cooperative Director and Board Leadership certificates.  

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Community Involvement & Boards
Rusty’s dedication to public service is reflected in his extensive board memberships and volunteer work, including:

• Oklahoma Electric Cooperative: Board Member (2001–2022)

• Western Farmers Electric Cooperative: Board Member (2004–2022).  

• OEC Fiber: Board Member (2017–2022).  

• Cleveland County Fair: Board Member.  

• Noble Chamber of Commerce: Member.  

• Norman Chamber of Commerce: Member

• South OKC Chamber of Commerce: Member

• Greater OKC Chamber of Commerce: Member 

• Moore Chamber of Commerce: Member 

• Moore Police Advancing Community Foundation: Member 

• Cornerstone Fellowship Church: Member since 1989.  

He is also a steadfast supporter of local organizations, including Noble Fire & Police, Noble Public Schools, and 4-H & FFA Booster programs.  

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Personal Life
Rusty and his wife, Tammy, have proudly called Cleveland County home for decades. Their family includes daughter Whitney and her husband, Ryan Tatum, along with son Taylor and his wife, Kensey Grissom. Both families continue the Grissom tradition of local entrepreneurship and community service in the Norman and Noble areas. Taylor operates Grissom Landscape Nursery, the oldest nursery building in the state, while Whitney and Ryan own design-build firm, Studio Tatum and District 3's newest commercial development at 4701 W Main St. Today, Rusty’s greatest joy is spending time with his three grandchildren—Holden, Hank, and Drake—at the family farm.