Chamber program helps company leaders 'connect' with OKC

OKConnect, an exclusive, high-level orientation program created by the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber and Leadership OKC, will return to Oklahoma City on Aug. 30 and will continue through the end of November.

OKConnect is designed for community newcomers or business leaders with a new or expanded role with a focus on community awareness and involvement.

The program helps company leaders discover how to get involved in the community. Participants gain behind-the-scenes insight into Oklahoma City – from its earliest beginnings to its current growth and success.

Chaired by Meg Salyer, owner of Broadway Realty and former Ward 6 Council member, OKConnect includes four sessions from noon to 5 p.m.

In the Aug. 30 session, participants will learn about the founding of OKC, as well as the state and region’s political history. They will also receive an overview of OKC demographics and which factors have shaped our city.

On Sept. 27, participants will hear how innovation, as well as public and private partnerships and investments, are making a difference in OKC’s educational outcomes. They will also hear about the city’s plan to sustain economic growth during the Oct. 25 session.

During the program’s fourth and final session on Nov. 30, participants will learn about all the exciting places to visit and things to do in Oklahoma City and the importance of getting connected.
OKConnect is $500 for Chamber members and $600 for nonmembers. Attendance is limited to 60 participants. To apply for the 2023 class, visit okcchamber.com/ okconnect.

For more details or if you have questions, please contact Marcus Elwell at [email protected].

This article originally appeared in the August 2023 edition of VeloCity newsletter.