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Agencies Selected for Oklahoma City Brand Initiative

MMGY and Gooden Group have been selected as the lead agencies to research, develop and refine the brand identity of Oklahoma City (OKC). MMGY is based in Kansas City and has extensive experience in civic branding, including Cleveland, Detroit, Tucson, Chicago and Vancouver, among others. They are partnering locally with Gooden Group who is well-versed in executing community engagement campaigns for MAPS 4, the Metropolitan Library System and the City of OKC’s recent GO Bond public information campaign.

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 / August 14, 2025

OKC to host 2025 NobleReach Scholars

Oklahoma City will welcome three members of the 2025 NobleReach Scholars class for yearlong placements focused on data science and business process innovation. The scholars will work with the city’s Office of Innovation and Department of Information Technology.

By Chamber Staff
Inside OKC / July 25, 2025

Life Science Oklahoma helps members build visibility and connections at BIO International 2025

Life Science Oklahoma (LSOK) used its presence at BIO International 2025 to deliver real value to its members, helping Oklahoma-based companies connect with industry leaders, gain media exposure and position themselves for future growth. The organization showcased the state’s growing momentum in biosciences while creating opportunities for networking and strategic visibility.

By Lynzee Misseldine
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
Economy / March 24, 2025

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
State of the City / January 18, 2018
Mick Cornett
Former mayor of Oklahoma City
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