In this month’s Leadership Notes, Chamber President and CEO Christy Gillenwater discusses the accomplishments of 2024, including Oklahoma City’s impressive economic growth with the addition of new jobs, capital investments, and rising employment.
The Independent Shopkeepers Association (ISA) released its annual report on the state of local retail in Oklahoma. This report draws from its 2024 Shop Census, which surveyed 80 independently owned brick-and-mortar shops across the state, from large cities like Oklahoma City and Tulsa to smaller towns like Altus and Woodward. The goal: to understand the challenges, trends, and contributions of independent retailers and provide a resource for shopkeepers and policymakers.
i2E, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to fostering the growth of startups and entrepreneurs in Oklahoma, is proud to announce surpassing the $100 million mark in total investments. This achievement highlights their continued commitment to driving innovation and economic growth across Oklahoma and beyond.
Echo and Russell Westbrook Enterprises (RWE) are making a significant eight-figure investment in Oklahoma City’s sports and entertainment industries. Their partnership centers on the MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium and an entertainment district, set to transform over 40 acres near downtown OKC.
Chambers of commerce play a bigger role in your community than you might think. A recent report by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) and The Harris Poll highlights how chambers like the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber are making a significant impact. Here’s what you should know.
The 2024 By the Numbers report from the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber shows that the region continues to experience significant growth and economic expansion. From population increases to sector growth and improvements in workforce development, the report provides an updated snapshot of the area's ongoing development. Below are some of the key updates:
Top economic strategist Andrew Busch, former chief market intelligence officer for the U.S. government, will keynote the Chamber’s upcoming State of the Economy event. Busch has briefed leading government bodies, including the White House, U.S. Senate, and Federal Reserve, on issues like inflation, interest rates, and China trade.
Canoo Inc. will migrate its engineering workforce to its two established Oklahoma locations, Oklahoma City and Pryor, and will relocate its corporate headquarters from Torrance, California, to Justin, Texas.
