Circle A Western and Outdoor was founded in May of 1980. Raymond and Wanda Albert saw a need for a western store to serve the Western Oklahoma community. He took pride in providing the highest quality products they had to offer at the time. Raymond was known for his great customer service skills and helping people from across Western Oklahoma.
In 1987 Edward and Vangie Albert, Raymond’s youngest son and daughter in law son took over the store. He takes pride in his father’s work and continues to bring new and improved products into the store. Over the years, Edward has now opened four additional stores with his son, Sam Albert.
Circle A Western & Outdoor takes pride in the people of Western Oklahoma. At Circle A, you can expect to find the highest quality of western clothing, fire resistant clothing, cowboy boots, work boots and much more.
Meet Our Team
Ta'ah Stanley - Manager
Ta’ah Stanley joined Circle A Western Store in 2017 as a full time sales associate. From the start, she has been passionate about helping customers have a great experience and finding exactly what they need. Her leadership and dedication quickly earned her a promotion to Inventory Manager, followed by another advancement to General Manager in 2021.
Ta’ah leads with professionalism, positivity, and a results driven mindset that continues to inspire her team. Outside of work, she enjoys life with her husband and their three children, two daughters and one son, as well as their schnauzer, Frank. She is a dedicated member of First Christian Church and values her faith, family, and community deeply. Family time is her favorite way to recharge and stay grounded.
Devin Rice - Assistant Manager
Devin Rice joined Circle A in 2021 as a full time Sales Associate. Over the past few years, she has grown into a true leader within the organization, known for her strong work ethic, positive attitude, and genuine care for both customers and teammates. Devin consistently goes above and beyond to make every customer’s experience a great one.
Outside of work, Devin enjoys spending time with her nieces and nephews—spoiling them rotten and never telling them no. She also loves being with her friends and boyfriend, and has a deep passion for horses and dogs. Devin is a proud member of First Christian Church and brings her faith and compassion into everything she does.
Sam Albert – Owner
Sam Albert joined Circle A Western & Workwear in 2017 as a third-generation owner, continuing a family legacy that began in 1980. From the start, Sam has focused on elevating the customer experience while modernizing operations and expanding the business beyond traditional western retail.
Through a hands-on leadership style and a results-driven mindset, Sam has helped grow Circle A into a trusted destination for western wear, workwear, safety footwear, and corporate uniform programs. His ultimate goal is simple but serious: to provide the right gear so people can do their jobs safely and make it home to their families at the end of the day.
Outside of work, Sam enjoys spending time with his wife, Anna, and their children. Faith, family, and community play a central role in his life and leadership. Sam is committed to building a business that honors its roots while creating long-term value for the people and communities it serves.
Edward Albert – Owner
Edward Albert is a second-generation owner of Circle A Western & Workwear. In 1986, he and his wife, Vangie, moved back to Elk City to take over management of the family business and continue the legacy that began in 1980.
Under Edward’s leadership, Circle A grew from a traditional western wear store into a full-service workwear destination, expanding into safety footwear, FR clothing, and serving hardworking professionals across the region. His steady leadership and forward-thinking approach helped shape the foundation the business stands on today.
Vangie was a meaningful part of Circle A’s history and its growth over the years. Edward is now married to Beth, and together they enjoy traveling and staying involved in their church. Outside of work, Edward also enjoys flying and spending quality time with his grandchildren. Faith, family, and community remain central to his life and leadership.