Economy

Employers seek to fill positions as COVID-19 shifts activity, OESC unemployment claims expedited

Many companies in Oklahoma are hiring people now or will hire more people soon to help keep up with customer demand.

By Molly Fleming

Economy / March 20, 2020

Businesses encouraged to prep for SBA loan application

In addition to gathering paperwork, business owners can set up their user name and password at disasterloan.sba.gov and click “Apply online.” Owners can also start filling out the application to have it ready to file once the portal opens.

By Molly Fleming

Economy / March 20, 2020

Chamber releases results of initial COVID-19 business impact survey

he survey was taken during a 48 hour period beginning at noon on Tuesday, March 17 and ending at noon on Thursday, March 19.

By Justin Tinder

Economy / March 18, 2020

Businesses: Fill out the economic injury survey

Responding to the survey is an important first step in helping the local economy to recover. Even if a business owner doesn't plan to ask for a loan, the provided information helps show the virus' effect.

By Molly Fleming

Economy / March 13, 2020

Resources for businesses responding to the spread of COVID-19

To help businesses implement strategies to protect their workforce while ensuring continuity of operations, the Chamber has compiled a list of resources that can help employers navigate the challenges ahead.

By Kaylee McDaniel

Economy / February 20, 2020

Oklahoma City Convention & Visitors Bureau unveils new branding identity for Oklahoma City

The OKC CVB launched an all-new branding campaign to evolve the current perception of Oklahoma City. The Modern Frontier is a citywide campaign that meshes Oklahoma City’s rich history and innovative future.

By Staff Reports

Economy / February 18, 2020

Chamber's new lifestyle PR effort to begin in 2020

"As talent recruitment becomes more of a driver of business success, we know people from other markets may not be aware of what it’s truly like to live in OKC and all the potential benefits it brings to a prospective employee, not to mention their family."

By Chamber Staff

Economy / February 17, 2020

ASM looking forward to Cox Center, OKC Convention Center management

An operational change is on the horizon for the Cox Convention Center, as ASM Global will take over operations April 1. ASM already operates the Chesapeake Energy Arena and will manage the new MAPS 3 Convention Center.

By Molly Fleming