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 MoreA program to encourage innovative business ideas is building momentum in Oklahoma.
Midwest City – the center of commerce for the east metropolitan area for decades – is poised for significant growth this year.
Rose State College’s Tanenbaum Aerospace and Cybersecurity Center appears poised to meet the workforce demands of industry and local companies and the academic needs of students pursuing aerospace and cybersecurity education.
Tribal governments have a long history of partnering to enhance economic development in Oklahoma.
Last month, five of the largest CareerTech centers in the Greater Oklahoma City metro announced the formation of Onward OKC, a new compact designed to allow for better, more streamlined access to training for both businesses and employees alike.
Oklahoma City has steadily – and intentionally – transformed itself into an emerging bioscience and biotechnology player over the last few decades, garnering attention from across the nation and globe.
The startups were recruited from the greater Oklahoma City area and represent a wide variety of industries and verticals, ranging from auto racing safety equipment to fintech data visualization.
Partners working to expand the biotechnology industry in central Oklahoma met Monday with a U.S. Economic Development Administration official who quizzed them about their process.
The Chamber forum in March focused on the fast-growing film industry in Oklahoma. Panelists Co-CEO of Prairie Surf Media, Rachel Cannon; EVB and Head of Finance at Prairie Surf Media, Tanya Ruby; and President of Region Track Inc. and economist, Mark Snead, PH.D. each added detail to the discussion.
Following more than four years of work on one of the state’s largest restorations to date, the First National Center in downtown Oklahoma City has re-opened, bringing back a feeling of home for many downtown denizens.
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.
Entrepreneurship isn't something you do alone. Explore the vast options of assistance available in the OKC Metro through Launch OKC Metro.
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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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