Economy

Oklahoma ranked in the Top 5 States with the Best Health Infrastructure for COVID-19

WalletHub compared all 50 states using 14 unique metrics to determine which states had the best health infrastructure for the Coronavirus.

By Eric Long

Economy / July 13, 2020

Clubhouse Trailer Company adds more space to keep step with demand

2019 Metro 50 winner Clubhouse Trailers increased its workspace by almost 10,000 square feet so it can build out more trailers for marching bands across the U.S. The company is launching a smaller trailer this fall.

By Molly M. Fleming

Economy / July 8, 2020

Film/Television production industry readies for return

Last year a record 39 film and television productions took place in the state. The productions generated $75 million for the state economy.

By Justin Tinder

Economy / July 8, 2020

OK Business Relief Phase 2 planning under way

Developed to help local businesses across the state overcome the economic challenges of COVID-19, OBRP offers vital funding for businesses that have suffered revenue loss due to the pandemic.

By Staff Reports

Economy / July 6, 2020

$15k 'Oklahoma Wonder Grant' challenges organizations to innovate

What impact could emerging technologies like augmented and virtual reality have on Oklahoma, if implemented in business, philanthropy and public sector work? It’s a question the Ronnie K. Irani Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth (I-CCEW) at the University of Oklahoma, and Oklahoma City based Trifecta Communications, want to answer.

By Staff Reports

Economy / July 2, 2020

Costco expands original backoffice job projections

Costco is now considering adding 1,500 new financial services/backoffice support positions to its future OKC operation, an increase from the figure announced in May.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / June 30, 2020

Skydweller to headquarter in Oklahoma City

A cutting-edge aerospace startup is set to bring 120 top-tier engineering positions to Oklahoma City by 2024.

By Justin Tinder

Economy / June 29, 2020

Stitch Crew Batch 5: Top NBA official delivers keynote at Thunder Launchpad Demo Day

Recently, the Thunder Launchpad fueled by MidFirst Bank virtually hosted its fifth cohort of founders to present their businesses at Demo Day. In partnership with StitchCrew, the livestream event featured keynote speaker Amy Brooks, Chief Innovation Officer at the NBA.

By Staff Reports