About Us

Our Story

Founded in 1996, Whistler Billboards stands proud as the largest privately held billboard company in Oklahoma. Since our inception, we have been committed to providing outstanding advertising solutions. Today, we manage over 1,000 billboard faces across Oklahoma’s two largest cities and their surrounding corridors, and we have recently expanded our network into the Kansas City metro, extending our strategic presence into both Missouri and Kansas.

Our Journey

Whistler Billboards was founded by Shawn Whistler, a visionary entrepreneur who started his business journey in college with a single vending machine. This early venture not only helped him pay his way through college but also sparked a profound interest in business operations and customer service. Shawn’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to the world of outdoor advertising, where he acquired his first billboard structure. That first structure laid the foundation for what would become a leading force in the Oklahoma billboard industry and now a growing presence in the broader Midwest market.

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Our Growth

From a single billboard, Shawn has grown the company into a major player in the industry, with more than a thousand faces illuminating strategic locations throughout Oklahoma. Our billboards are prominently displayed in bustling city centers, major commuter corridors, and high-traffic suburban areas, ensuring maximum visibility for our clients’ campaigns.

As we continue to grow, we have expanded into the Kansas City metro with a carefully selected network of billboard locations designed to connect brands across one of the Midwest’s most dynamic, cross-state markets. This expansion reflects our long-term commitment to strategic growth and delivering measurable results in every market we serve.

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Our Commitment

Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, our corporate office remains the heart from which we operate our extensive network across Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and now the Kansas City area. Whistler Billboards is more than just a company; it’s a local business partner committed to boosting brand visibility while supporting the economic growth of the communities we serve.

We take pride in our Oklahoma roots while thoughtfully expanding into markets that align with our values and strategic expertise. We are honored to still serve our very first client, a testament to our commitment to long-term relationships and consistent client satisfaction.

Our Expertise

Shawn Whistler is not only the owner but also the primary salesman, providing personalized service that is rare in today’s automated world. His deep knowledge and passion for billboards drive the company’s continued success and innovation across Oklahoma and into the Kansas City metro.

This hands-on leadership ensures that every campaign, whether in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, or Kansas City, is built on strategy, transparency, and measurable performance.

Our Community

At Whistler, we believe we have an obligation and responsibility to make other people’s lives better, our clients, team members, vendor partners, and those in need. We believe our community should be better off because we were here. This core philosophy guides every aspect of our operations and inspires us to maintain high standards of integrity and service.

As we expand into Kansas City, that same commitment follows us. We strive to create impactful connections not only through our billboards, but through meaningful engagement and long-term partnerships in every market we serve.