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Economy / June 26, 2026

Tobe Energy scales hydrogen technology in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma City-based Tobe Energy is preparing for its first large-scale commercial deployment later this year, marking a significant milestone as the company scales its hydrogen production technology from pilot development to commercial application.

By Lynzee Misseldine
Economy / June 24, 2026

Oklahoma City film industry gains national momentum

Oklahoma City’s film industry is rapidly expanding through a mix of blockbuster productions, independent films and both traditional and vertical episodic projects, supported by continued investment in infrastructure, workforce development and industry growth.

By Chamber Staff
Economy / December 1, 2025

Leadership Notes: AI’s inflection point

In this month’s Leadership Notes, Chamber President and CEO Christy Gillenwater highlights the arrival of an AI inflection point, emphasizing that artificial intelligence is transforming how we live and work while creating opportunities for greater productivity, creativity and innovation.

By Christy Gillenwater
Inside OKC / July 18, 2025

Parking meter turns 90: It all started in OKC

Ninety years ago this week, Oklahoma City introduced a small sidewalk device that revolutionized downtown areas everywhere. On July 16, 1935, the first parking meter, Park-O-Meter No. 1, was installed at First Street and Robinson Avenue in downtown OKC. It charged a nickel for an hour.

By Lynzee Misseldine
Inside OKC / August 19, 2024

The Verge OKC: A collaborative hub for entrepreneurial growth in OKC

The Verge OKC is a cornerstone of entrepreneurial support in Oklahoma City, established as 501(c)(3) a non-profit through a partnership between Flourish OKC, Inasmuch Foundation and Cortado Ventures. This dynamic co-working and entrepreneurship hub offers essential resources like mentorship programs, networking events and flexible workspaces designed to stimulate business growth and innovation.

By Selena Romero
VeloCity Q&A / March 16, 2022
Dr. Andew Weyrich
President,
Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
We were attracted to OMRF and Oklahoma City because of the people in Oklahoma and the opportunities here.
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