Is your business struggling to find employees? During the Chamber Forum in June, panelists shared their knowledge surrounding how businesses can successfully implement fair chance employment practices. Here’s a recap of the event, including access to the Fair Chance Hiring Toolkit to learn how your business can take part.
Runners will take to the streets for the 21st Annual Memorial Marathon on October 2 and 3. It’s been more than two years since the event was held in-person and the first time the five races of the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon will be spread over two days to allow for social distancing and new COVID-19 safety protocols.
Mesta Festa is free and open to the public, and will include a beer garden, outdoor kids zone with fun activities for the whole family, arts and crafts, live music, sand volleyball, local artists, and pop-up shopping booths, as well as food trucks.
Chamber member Paycom Software, Inc. recently presented a $20,000 check to fellow Chamber member Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County. The funds will help expand the partnership between Boys & Girls Clubs and Oklahoma City Public Schools, allowing them to serve an additional 2,500 students.
In celebration of 100 years of operation, Neighborhood Services Organization decided to invest in a time capsule project. They welcome the community to participate in this unique opportunity. Caplets can be purchased and filled, leaving a legacy for individuals to uncover in 2121.
Hurricane Ida made landfall in Louisiana on Sunday, August 29—the 16th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. Chamber Members like OG&E, the American Red Cross, Walmart and Feed the Children have stepped up to support the individuals affected by the disaster.
While many companies struggled to maintain full employment levels during the initial height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Chamber Member Balon Corporation decided to take a solution-driven and community-centered approach to the situation.
Chamber member Inasmuch Foundation’s partnership with Sunbeam dates back to the foundation’s founder Edith Kinney Gaylord, who served on Sunbeam’s board and was a passionate supporter of the nonprofit throughout her lifetime. Inasmuch Foundation continues her legacy by prioritizing children and families through partnerships with organizations like fellow Chamber member Sunbeam.
