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Development / January 19, 2023

Oklahoma City Convention Center celebrates a successful second year

In its second year, the Oklahoma City Convention Center (OKCCC) welcomed nearly 200,000 visitors, further cementing the city’s place as an attractive destination. A total of 195,685 people visited the convention center in 2022, an increase of more than 76% in visitors over the center’s first year to open in 2021.

By Erick Perry
Inside OKC / January 17, 2023

OMRF scientists discover link to form of multiple sclerosis

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) scientists have discovered a potential treatment for primary-progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). Scientists discovered the absence of a natural anti-inflammatory chemical found in neurons caused the same neurological issues and vision loss found in primary-progressive MS.

By Erick Perry
Development / January 11, 2023

Bar K offers membership deal as opening day approaches

Oklahoma City’s newest dog park is offering an exclusive deal for its first members. Bar K, an upcoming dog park, bar and restaurant in the city’s Boathouse District, will open in February and is offering an “Early Dog” membership in anticipation. The “Early Dog” package provides a $50 discount on annual memberships, as well as an additional $25 discount for those registering with more than one dog. Early Dog members will also be invited to take part in an exclusive three-day preview of the Bar K property prior to the public opening.

By Erick Perry
Inside OKC / January 6, 2023

OKC Chamber announces new officers, board members for 2023

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber recently announced its 2023 board of directors and officers. Sean Trauschke, OGE Energy Corp., will serve as chair of the board of directors, while Teresa Rose, JD, Communities Foundation of Oklahoma, is chair-elect. Rose also serves as education & MAPS 4 development program vice chair. John Hart, Continental Resources, will serve as treasurer, and David Rainbolt, BancFirst Corporation, as corporate secretary. New Chamber President and CEO Christy Gillenwater also serves on the executive committee.

By Chamber Staff
PRESENTED BY Business University / Member News / December 21, 2022

Ways to attract top talent to your business

It's not easy to attract talented people to your company. You must wade through stacks of applications, schedule interviews, and go through the whole process again. It's time-consuming and resource intensive.

By Chamber Staff
PRESENTED BY Business University / Member News / December 21, 2022

Creative strategies for building and strengthening brand loyalty

Brand loyalty is an important concept in business. It's not enough to be better than your competitors. You need to give people a reason to keep coming back. Loyal customers will buy from you because they like you, trust you, and want more of what you have to offer. Who doesn't want that?

By Chamber Staff
State of the City / January 18, 2018
Mick Cornett
Former mayor of Oklahoma City
I have had the good fortune to visit with mayors and chamber leadership from coast to coast. The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber is the best chamber of commerce anywhere.
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