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Wheeler Bio secures $35 million in oversubscribed Series A-1 round to accelerate growth, expand drug development and boost biomanufacturing capabilities

Wheeler Bio announced its successful completion of an oversubscribed Series A-1 financing round, meaning the Oklahoma City-based company attracted more investor interest and funding offers than initially sought, a strong indicator of confidence in the company’s growth and potential. The $35 million round was led by Alloy Therapeutics and Echo Investment Capital (Echo), with additional participation from Mitsubishi Corp. (Americas), Germin8 Ventures and Russell Westbrook Enterprises.

By Lauren King
Policy / March 18, 2025

Investing in Oklahoma’s growth: The push to expand the ROADS Fund

Oklahoma has long faced challenges in maintaining and upgrading its transportation infrastructure. However, two decades ago, the Legislature had the vision to create the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s Eight-Year Plan, which marked the beginning of a shift toward adequately funding a safer, more efficient transportation system across the state.

By Lauren King
Economy / February 24, 2025

OKANA ribbon cutting marks a transformative investment in OKC’s economic future

Oklahoma City officially opened the OKANA Resort and Indoor Waterpark with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking a major milestone for the city’s tourism industry and the Chickasaw Nation’s economic development efforts. The $400 million development in the Horizons District, next to the First Americans Museum (FAM), is the largest commercial investment in Oklahoma City history.

By Selena Romero
Policy / February 13, 2025

Mike Jackson shares key priorities for Oklahoma's 2025 Legislative Session

As the 2025 legislative session unfolds, the Chamber's Senior Vice President of Government & Community Relations Mike Jackson shares his insights on key priorities for Oklahoma’s future. In this Q&A, Jackson discusses several legislative initiatives, such as ensuring the state's economic development programs stay competitive, fostering innovation through research partnerships, improving educational outcomes and more. Jackson's responses highlight a commitment to shaping a prosperous, forward-thinking Oklahoma through strategic legislative action.

By Lauren King
Economy / February 12, 2025

OKC's 2025 Economic Outlook

Oklahoma City's steady job growth, younger-than-average population and role as the state's economic driver position the metro for long-term success, according to the 2025 Greater Oklahoma City Economic Outlook. The study, completed by Russell Evans, partner and chief economist for Thorberg Collective, and Eric Long, research economist for the Chamber, projects a 2.5% increase in metro job growth for 2025, adding 18,200 jobs.

By Lauren King
VeloCity Q&A / December 11, 2018
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