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Events / September 9, 2026

Swiftwater conference brings first responders to OKC for real-world rescue training

For first responders, the middle of an emergency is no time to figure out what works. That idea is at the heart of the Oklahoma Swiftwater Rescue Conference, which brought first responders from across the country and beyond to RIVERSPORT in Oklahoma City for hands-on training designed to prepare them for challenging water rescues.

By Chamber Staff
Economy / August 21, 2026

Record 25 million visitors fueled Oklahoma City's economy in 2025

A record 25 million visitors traveled to the city last year, driving $2.9 billion in spending, supporting more than 36,000 jobs and generating $396 million in state and local tax revenue, according to a new economic impact report commissioned by Visit Oklahoma City.

By Chamber Staff
Policy / August 17, 2026

Midyear reflection: Mike Ross sees opportunity ahead for Oklahoma City

As the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber enters the second half of 2026, Chamber Chair Mike Ross sees opportunity ahead for Oklahoma City. Now more than halfway through his first year as chair, Ross reflected on the Chamber's progress, the partnerships driving the city's momentum and the priorities that will shape the months ahead.

By Chamber Staff
VeloCity Q&A / December 14, 2021
Tony Aizenman
CEO,
Pepetools
I started in 2010 and built the factory here from scratch... We probably ship to between 40 and 50 different countries in the world from Oklahoma City.
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