The Greater Oklahoma City area was settled at the shot of a gun at the famous Land Run of 1889, bringing thousands of homesteaders from around the world to stake their claim to acres of opportunity. That same entrepreneurial spirit is embedded in our state and in the character of our people.
This spirit of growth combined with our ability to successfully collaborate on issues of importance has fostered economic diversification and steady and sustainable growth. This can best be seen in our major industry clusters:
Greater OKC now boasts more than 300 public- and private-sector aviation and aerospace firms.
Learn MoreFirms in Greater Oklahoma City’s Bioscience sector boast annual revenues of more than $4.1 billion.
Learn MoreOklahoma City's energy industry has developed significantly from its oil-intense beginnings.
Learn MoreThere's a reason the Greater Oklahoma City region is such a great place for Logistics: Location.
Learn MoreJust within the last few months, several industry-leading researchers and professionals from various bioscience hubs such as Boston, New York and the San Francisco Bay Area have pulled up stakes and have made the move to Oklahoma City. Others are not far behind.
A nationally ranked business startup accelerator called gener8tor will contribute to the early-stage growth of companies in Oklahoma City.
Starting June 22, Oklahoma's Aerospace and Cybersecurity Center of Workforce Excellence will offer unique aerospace training to Oklahoma's oil and gas engineers, enabling them to pursue careers in the aerospace field in Oklahoma.
This airplane, designed and built by college students, goes fast.
Nationally ranked startup accelerator gener8tor, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, Inasmuch Foundation, Square Deal Capital, American Fidelity, Oklahoma State University, the University of Oklahoma and Love’s Travel Stops have formally announced a new partnership to help accelerate the growth of startup companies in Oklahoma City. Starting in the Fall of 2021, they will offer two annual gBETA “pre-accelerator” programs for entrepreneurs through this collaboration.
OMRF physician-scientist Patrick Gaffney, M.D., and Harvard researcher Jason Buenrostro, Ph.D., received a five-year grant to study how the DNA of people with lupus differs from those without the condition.
Chamber member HIS Paint is a locally owned manufacturing company that produces paint for residential and architectural usage. They are also well-known for their production of industrial coatings for everything from oil & gas to aerospace, but you may not know as much about their second-chance employment efforts and paint recycling program.
Looking around the metro, signs of economic life continue to percolate. The travel, hospitality and energy sectors are pulling themselves off the mat, and our state looks to emerge from the trials of the last year stronger than before. Look at the latest sales tax returns for Oklahoma City. Collections were up 38% compared to 2020, setting a record of $47.1 million.
SmartAsset has named Oklahoma City as the top city where people spend the least on housing in a recent study of the nation’s 50 largest cities.
April’s Chamber Forum Event covered OKC's regional manufacturing industry, featuring Kevin Barber, Tim Frisby, Mark Layton, and Jeff Seymour as panelists. Attendees learned about the major initiatives, programs, and current issues that impact Oklahoma City’s business climate, economy, and community within the manufacturing sector.
In many ways, the story of the Oklahoma River and the modern-day renaissance of Oklahoma City go hand-in-hand. The river and Oklahoma City had many ups and downs during their first century before the original MAPS program jump started an unprecedented rebirth for both. You can read more about the rise of the Oklahoma River here.
The most livable community in the U.S. and a Top 10 coolest city with lowest cost of living. The easiest place in North America to do business and a Top 10 job growth ranking. The No. 1 place for startups to expand. A "must-visit destination in 2020" and one of the best places for young adults to thrive. The list of reasons you should locate your business in Oklahoma City is growing - almost as quickly as the list of reasons why people love living here. In Greater Oklahoma City, we understand that partnership among business, government, EDOs and civic leaders is integral to our success. Let us introduce you to the thriving 10-county region that is greater Oklahoma City: a city that has rediscovered its strengths - and redefined itself for the future; and to the regional economic development partnership that is here to help you create success.
Finding the perfect real estate option for your relocation or expansion is easy to do in Greater Oklahoma City. With a combination of affordability, availability and flexibility there is an option that meets your needs. The region boasts numerous Certified Site and Site Ready locations, ample greenfield sites, and unique brownfield redevelopment sites.
You have a lot to consider as you prepare to relocate or expand to Oklahoma City. We offer the following information to help you explore your opportunities. View all of our resources.
The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber tracks more than a dozen economic indicators to provide a snapshot and trend analysis for the Oklahoma City metropolitan area economy.
Learn MoreWant to dive into the data yourself to see how Greater Oklahoma City will maximize the value of your business?
Learn MoreThe Greater Oklahoma City metro offers a qualified, available workforce, straight-forward business incentives and world-class job training.
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