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

Economy / November 18, 2024

Greater OKC Chamber Releases 2024 "By the Numbers" Report

The 2024 By the Numbers report from the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber shows that the region continues to experience significant growth and economic expansion. From population increases to sector growth and improvements in workforce development, the report provides an updated snapshot of the area's ongoing development. Below are some of the key updates:

By Chamber Staff

Inside OKC / November 14, 2024

Q&A w/ Michelle Gregory: Life Science Oklahoma Director

Life Science Oklahoma, the state’s life science association, recently appointed Michelle Gregory as its new director. Gregory has a history of leadership in nonprofit organizations in the healthcare sector. Gregory sat down with the VeloCity team to discuss her role as director of Life Science Oklahoma.

By Chamber Staff

Policy / October 8, 2024

NATO holds air traffic meeting in OKC for the first time

NATO’s Air Traffic Management Communications, Navigation, and Surveillance Advisory Group (ATM CNS AG) recently convened its first-ever meeting in Oklahoma City. With attendance from 22 nations and more than 50 delegates, the week-long sessions brought together key leaders to discuss pivotal advancements in aviation and air traffic control.

By Chamber Staff

Development / February 21, 2024

New tenants announced for Convergence and topping out celebrated

It was a historic day for Oklahoma City and specifically the burgeoning Innovation District as earlier this month Convergence hosted its Topping Out Ceremony.

By Marcus Elwell

Inside OKC / February 7, 2024

RAPID Success: OKC’s First Bus Rapid Transit System Exceeds Expectations

Oklahoma City’s first bus rapid transit system is off to a stellar start. The system, named RAPID, began operating in Northwest Oklahoma City nearly two months ago.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / December 19, 2023

State film offices collaborate in LA to bring more business to the Sooner State

A recent partnership among several Oklahoma film offices aimed to promote the state as a filmmaking destination among scores of industry professionals gathered in Southern California has gotten rave reviews. State film officials say this collaborative effort could lead to even more films and TV series being shot in Oklahoma City and other locales across the state.

By Chamber Staff

Events / November 15, 2023

Community leaders forge new narrative for OKC growth and success

The key takeaway from the recent Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s Leadership Summit emphasizes the qualities necessary for thriving communities: thoughtfulness, flexibility and nimbleness.

By Chamber Staff

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