Early Life, Education, and Early Career
Sullivan was born in Oklahoma City and graduated from Bishop Kelley High School in Tulsa. He subsequently entered Northeastern State University, where he received a B.B.A. in marketing in 1992. Prior to holding elected office Sullivan worked in the private sector for Love Travel Centers as a Regional Sales Manager and for BAMA Transportation as a fleet manager.
Sullivan was a Republican member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from 1995 to 2002, where he served as the Minority Whip.
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