Each year, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber joins thousands of developers, retailers and industry leaders at ICSC Las Vegas, hosted by the Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC), one of the largest retail real estate conferences in the country.
Companies and developers across the country often compare multiple metropolitan areas when determining where to invest capital, expand operations or open new locations. Oklahoma City is introduced to many of those decision-makers through national outreach conducted by local economic development and retail recruitment teams.
When Skybridge began developing Rose Creek Plaza at NW 164th Street and May Avenue, the firm saw what it believed was one of Oklahoma City’s most promising growth corridors.
Momentum continues to build in Midtown as “The Eddie,” a new mixed-use development, moves toward construction in 2026. The project, located on the former EMSA headquarters site at 1111 Classen Drive, will feature apartments, retail space and a public park with an amphitheater, adding a new layer of vibrancy to one of Oklahoma City’s most walkable districts.
Five Oklahoma startups have joined the gBETA Oklahoma City accelerator, part of a push to deepen the region’s innovation economy. The new cohort includes FKTea, Muse, Prairie Biosciences, RegIQ and Sckry.
Oklahoma City’s retail scene continues to flourish, with several exciting openings underscoring the region’s economic momentum and growing appeal as a destination for both shoppers and national brands.
Penn Square Mall is celebrating its 65th year with new retailers, upcoming openings and renovations to the property.
RH has opened its newest Design Gallery at OAK in Oklahoma City. The 45,000-square-foot, three-story space combines home furnishings, dining and professional design services in one location.
