Policy

Leadership Notes: Advancing OKC with Chamber’s 2025 Public Policy Priorities

In this month’s Leadership Notes, Chamber President and CEO Christy Gillenwater outlines the Chamber’s 2025 Public Policy Priorities

By Christy Gillenwater

Inside OKC / January 31, 2024

OU Health Sciences researchers test revolutionary imaging technique for pancreatic cancer

The research study, made possible by a $3 million grant, could improve the detection of a deadly disease — pancreatic cancer — and give patients a chance to live longer, healthier lives.

By Chamber Staff

Inside OKC / October 26, 2023

New Cytovance partnership simplifies and accelerates drug development

This international collaboration marks a significant step forward in the quest to overcome some of the hurdles faced by scientists in the production of complex molecules needed for lifesaving medicines.

By Kelly Dexter

Development / October 9, 2023

Surges in jobs and R&D spending propel OKC to bioscience powerhouse

The Greater Oklahoma City’s biosciences cluster has made significant progress over the last two decades to become one of the region’s growth sectors, employing about 31,000 people and spending $316 million annually on research and development.

By Chamber Staff

Inside OKC / August 15, 2023

City's bus rapid transit gaining speed; December launch expected

Oklahoma City is one step closer to having its first bus rapid transit (BRT) service.

By Chamber Staff

Lifestyle / August 8, 2023

Ask the Chamber: What are the top job industries in Oklahoma City?

In this installment of Ask the Chamber, we’re taking a closer look into the top industries here at home to give job seekers an insight on what opportunities to look for and options to ponder if making a career change.

By Tony Nguyen

Economy / June 19, 2023

Innovative programs play pivotal role in startup success

Business accelerators gBETA Oklahoma City and Idea Accelerator, along with micro-loan program Kiva Oklahoma City, are helping several founders across the metro acquire some valuable insight, advice and resources designed to help them grow or develop their early-stage companies.

By Chamber Staff

Policy / March 7, 2023

Legislative Update: Chamber makes progress as first deadline passes

Get an update on legislative action with regard to several Chamber priorities during the first part of the legislative session.

By Mark VanLandingham