After leading the Oklahoma Department of Commerce for more than four years, Brent Kisling stepped down in June to pursue new endeavors. Before the appointment from Gov. Kevin Stitt, Kisling served as executive director of the Enid Regional Development Alliance and state director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development Program.
A new report from Price Edwards & Co. highlights the resiliency of the Oklahoma City retail industry. The mid-year retail report paints a vivid picture of the current state of the retail industry, both on a national and local scale.
According to the latest rankings, Oklahoma stands tall as the fifth most promising state in the United States when it comes to economic outlook.
The OKC Fairgrounds were a hub of activity in July, drawing in thousands of visitors who injected $23 million into the local economy. The diverse events hosted by the venue included animals, hobbies, cars and comics.
Oklahoma City tourism is breaking records with a staggering economic impact of $4.3 billion in 2022. That’s according to a recent study by Tourism Economics. The influx of 23.2 million visitors had a significant impact on our economy, from employment and wages to tax revenues.
According to research by Forbes Advisor, Oklahoma City is one of the best places in the country for young adults to buy a home. OKC claimed the No.2 spot on the list.
Higher than projected sales and use tax collections show Oklahoma City’s economy continues to roll. According to the City of Oklahoma City, July’s general fund collections were higher than the same month last year, and higher than the combined monthly projection.
A recent report published by This Old House sings the praises, once again, of Oklahoma City’s desirability as a city in which to live, work and play.
