Gary Brooks, the developer behind the revitalization of the First National Center, has turned his attention to another major community priority: improving health outcomes in Oklahoma City.
Oklahoma is continuing to build momentum in autonomous aviation with a state-backed research project focused on one of the industry’s most critical safety challenges: how uncrewed aircraft safely share airspace with other aircraft.
A newly completed power generation facility near Tinker Air Force Base helps support long-term job growth by strengthening the installation’s ability to carry out mission-critical operations and future aerospace sustainment work.
Oklahoma City closed 2025 on solid economic footing, marked by steady job growth, historically low unemployment, and continued business investment across the metro. While growth is expected to moderate in 2026, the region enters the year from a position of strength, supported by a diverse economy and long-term development efforts.
Education and workforce development sit at the center of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s legislative agenda. The focus is simple: strengthen the talent pipeline at every stage so Oklahoma can grow, compete, and attract employers.
Evolving work patterns and consistently shorter commute times are shaping how employers in the Oklahoma City metro attract and retain talent, according to recent national analysis of remote work and travel habits.
