Inside OKC

Building stronger pathways from classroom to career

For many students and families, the journey from education to a successful career is not always straightforward.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / May 25, 2026

First OKC FAME cohort graduates, marking milestone for Chamber-led workforce model

The first cohort of students from the OKC Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) has officially graduated, marking a major milestone for a workforce initiative led locally by the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / April 23, 2026

Chamber launches regional education and workforce strategy with CivicLab

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber has officially launched a new effort to better align education and workforce systems across the region, partnering with CivicLab to develop a five-year strategic plan focused on strengthening the talent pipeline.

By Chamber Staff

Policy / April 15, 2026

Leadership Notes: Strengthening the foundation for long-term workforce success

Oklahoma City’s growth reflects decades of intentional investment, strong partnerships and a clear focus on building a competitive and resilient economy. As that momentum continues, our responsibility is to ensure the region’s workforce keeps pace with the opportunities being created.

By Christy Gillenwater

Policy / January 13, 2026

From Classrooms to Careers: The Chamber’s Education and Workforce Priorities

Education and workforce development sit at the center of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s legislative agenda. The focus is simple: strengthen the talent pipeline at every stage so Oklahoma can grow, compete, and attract employers.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / November 24, 2025

Google and OKC Thunder partner to expand AI access in Oklahoma

Google and the Oklahoma City Thunder announced a partnership to expand artificial intelligence training and resources across Oklahoma. The effort is part of Google’s $5 million statewide investment to give students and workers practical AI and job-ready skills.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / October 22, 2025

OKC FAME continues to grow as new cohort advances

As part of its ongoing workforce development efforts, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber launched OKC FAME in fall 2024 to support the region’s growing manufacturing sector.

By Lauren King

Development / October 7, 2025

Partnerships build pathways for OKC’s future workforce

Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS) and Metro Technology Centers marked the opening of the new Aviation Center at Southeast High School with a ribbon cutting earlier this month. The center is among the first “flex spaces” funded through the $1 billion OKCPS bond package approved by voters in 2022.

By Chamber Staff