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 290 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 MoreAs housing affordability continues to shift across the country, the time it takes to save for a home has become a clearer indicator of how accessible homeownership really is for the average American.
Representatives from the Importers & Exporters Association of Taipei and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce signed a collaboration agreement at the chamber office on Monday.
Oklahoma City leaders officially broke ground on the city’s new downtown arena, marking a major milestone in a project expected to shape the region’s economic momentum, national visibility and long-term quality of life. The venue will be known as Continental Coliseum when it opens in 2028.
Life Science Oklahoma (LSOK) is seeing growing engagement across the state’s bioscience community, with increased membership, new partnerships and national visibility helping position Oklahoma as an emerging hub for life science innovation.
Federal, state and local leaders gathered March 11 to mark the completion of the U.S. Senator James Inhofe Interchange at Interstate 40 and Douglas Boulevard, a major transportation investment aimed at improving mobility and supporting continued economic growth in eastern Oklahoma County.
A newly completed power generation facility near Tinker Air Force Base helps support long-term job growth by strengthening the installation’s ability to carry out mission-critical operations and future aerospace sustainment work.
Oklahoma is continuing to build momentum in autonomous aviation with a state-backed research project focused on one of the industry’s most critical safety challenges: how uncrewed aircraft safely share airspace with other aircraft.
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 the No. 1 place for startups to expand. 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. There is a reason Oklahoma City was one of just 14 cities in the U.S. to gain more than 100,000 new residents over the last decade. 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.
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Learn MoreThe Greater Oklahoma City metro offers a qualified, available workforce, straight-forward business incentives and world-class job training.
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