Economy

Wheeler Bio secures $35 million in oversubscribed Series A-1 round to accelerate growth, expand drug development and boost biomanufacturing capabilities

Wheeler Bio announced its successful completion of an oversubscribed Series A-1 financing round, meaning the Oklahoma City-based company attracted more investor interest and funding offers than initially sought, a strong indicator of confidence in the company’s growth and potential. The $35 million round was led by Alloy Therapeutics and Echo Investment Capital (Echo), with additional participation from Mitsubishi Corp. (Americas), Germin8 Ventures and Russell Westbrook Enterprises.

By Lauren King

Inside OKC / March 20, 2025

Life Science Oklahoma accelerates growth with recent efforts

Oklahoma is emerging as a growing hub for life sciences, fueled by research and innovation at state institutions, public and private partnerships and a $35 million federal investment to support the state's life science cluster.

By Lauren King

Inside OKC / March 17, 2025

Student-led 2025 National Medical Device Make-a-Thon thrives with support from LSOK and Greater OKC Chamber

The beginning of March marked the seventh annual National Medical Device Make-a-Thon, hosted by the University of Oklahoma (OU) this year. The event brought together 27 teams of college students from 11 different schools across the country, who competed to design and present medical device solutions to real-world challenges.

By Lynzee Misseldine

Policy / January 13, 2025

Leadership Notes: Advancing OKC with Chamber’s 2025 Public Policy Priorities

In this month’s Leadership Notes, Chamber President and CEO Christy Gillenwater outlines the Chamber’s 2025 Public Policy Priorities

By Christy Gillenwater

Inside OKC / November 26, 2024

OKC Council Approves $42M Animal Shelter to Enhance Care and Services

The Oklahoma City Council has approved final plans for a new, modern animal shelter as part of the MAPS 4 initiative. The new 69,602-square-foot facility will replace the current OKC Animal Welfare shelter, offering expanded services and a significantly larger capacity to care for animals.

By Chamber Staff

Policy / June 3, 2024

OKBio — Relaunching as Life Science Oklahoma — to participate in BIO International Convention 2024

Oklahoma’s bioscience community is announcing a relaunch of its industry association, with the new Life Science Oklahoma bringing new leadership, a new format and renewed focus and support to businesses and organizations within the Oklahoma life sciences and healthcare communities.

By Chamber Staff

Lifestyle / April 9, 2024

Celebrate the love of your pet this Thursday for National Pet Day

What would we do without our pets? Having the company of a pet brings happiness, warms the soul and relieves owners from the rigors of stress. On April 11, let’s roll out the red carpet for our pets as we observe National Pet Day.

By Tony Nguyen

Member News / March 12, 2024

Oklahoma Children’s Hospital expands pediatric ER to tackle seasonal surges and behavioral health needs

This construction marks the inaugural project approved by Oklahoma elected officials to utilize federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, with a dedicated $7.5 million allocation.

By Chamber Staff

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