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Rand Elliott Architects illuminates Oklahoma City through design

Downtown’s Oklahoma Contemporary continues its collection of accolades, most recently awarded a top architectural honor for the façade of its campus centerpiece “Folding Light.” The Honor Award of Excellence in Craft was awarded to Chamber member Rand Elliott Architects by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Central Oklahoma in celebration of the firm’s feat. This acknowledgment marks the 19th award given to Rand Elliott Architects for the firm’s design of the Oklahoma City landmark.

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
Lifestyle / January 10, 2023

Join the Chamber at these upcoming events

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber is bringing together city leaders and business leaders to discuss the advancement of Oklahoma City through these upcoming events.

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
Inside OKC / December 30, 2022

Top stories from VeloCityOKC in 2022

As the year comes to an end, we are looking back at some of our top stories from 2022. From economic development and local politics to health care accomplishments and additional retail, Oklahoma City has continued to expand throughout the year, further cementing itself as a top-tier city within the United States.

By Erick Perry
VeloCity Q&A / June 19, 2019
Tommy Yi
President & Cofounder,
StarSpace46
I thought there was a huge opportunity here, especially with MAPS 3 starting to take shape. I saw Oklahoma City as a sandbox of opportunity. That compelled me to really make a choice to stay here and build something like this.
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