Jack Hess, executive director of CivicLab, speaks at the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s State of Education and Workforce event in August.
SEPTEMBER 2026 • OKCCHAMBER.COM
CLICK FOR FULL STORY REGIONAL INPUT BEGINS SHAPING TALENT OKC STRATEGY
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Months of conversations across Greater Oklahoma City are beginning to reveal what it could take to build a more connected regional education and workforce system. At the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s 2026 State of Education & Workforce, CivicLab, the Chamber’s partner in developing a regional education and workforce strategy, shared some of the patterns emerging from its work with educators, employers, workforce partners and community leaders as the Chamber continues developing Talent OKC: Connecting Education & Workforce. One of the clearest themes is a shift in how organizations are approaching shared challenges. REGIONAL INPUT BEGINS SHAPING TALENT OKC STRATEGY
Through the engagement process, CivicLab has seen participants begin to look beyond organizational, sector and geographic boundaries. Rather than starting with predetermined solutions, the process has focused on involving people in defining the challenges they face and identifying potential solutions. The work has also highlighted a shift from organizations asking what they can accomplish individually toward considering what the region can accomplish collectively. Another emerging theme is the importance of having decisions informed by the people closest to and most affected by the issues. The people closest to these challenges understand where our systems are working well and where the gaps still exist. - Rhonda Baker “The people closest to these challenges understand where our systems are working well and where the gaps still exist,” said Rhonda Baker, the Chamber’s director of education. “Bringing those perspectives together is helping us see connections we might otherwise miss and build a strategy that reflects what students, workers, educators and employers across our region actually need.” Those local findings align with lessons from communities elsewhere in the country that have taken a regional approach to talent development. During his keynote address, Jack Hess, CivicLab executive director, shared research into communities recognized as successful Talent Hubs and identified several characteristics of their approaches. One is viewing talent development as a system rather than a collection of individual
programs. That means considering the entire journey from early childhood, through K-12, postsecondary education and into the workforce, including adults who may need additional education or credentials to access new opportunities.
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The need to look across systems also surfaced during a panel discussion with Oklahoma CareerTech State Director Brent Haken, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Lindel Fields and Rose State College President Travis Hurst. Haken said alignment can be difficult because organizations naturally focus on their own goals and initiatives, sometimes losing sight of where their work fits into a larger system. Conversations among partners can help identify barriers and determine where different organizations are best positioned to contribute. Hurst pointed to what is at stake for the region when those connections are missing. “Plain and simple, businesses follow talent,” Hurst said. For students and families, he said, disconnected systems can also mean missed opportunities as people move between different stages of education and employment. Stronger coordination can create smoother transitions while maintaining multiple pathways for people whose goals or circumstances change. The work with CivicLab continues to gather those experiences and perspectives as the Talent OKC strategy develops. Through Design Labs, stakeholder conversations and other engagement, partners are identifying where connections already exist, where gaps remain and where changes could improve how people move through the region’s education and workforce systems. Those findings will help inform the Talent OKC roadmap and determine where Greater Oklahoma City can turn what it is learning into strategies that improve outcomes for students, workers and employers across the region.
Hess described early childhood education as “workforce infrastructure,” pointing to its role in both preparing children for long-term success and allowing parents and caregivers to participate in the workforce today. Hess also highlighted the opportunity among adults already living in the region. About 582,000 adults in the region do not hold a credential beyond high school, including approximately 105,000 without a high school diploma. Hess said successful Talent Hub communities have also established educational attainment goals at the regional level rather than leaving individual institutions to pursue separate goals. Regions that took that approach experienced educational attainment growth about 15% higher than state and national averages, though Hess cautioned that the relationship was highly correlated rather than necessarily causal. Rhonda Baker, director of education at the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, speaks with attendees at the State of Education and Workforce event.
Rose State College President Travis Hurst, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Lindel Fields and Oklahoma CareerTech State Director Brent Haken discuss education and workforce alignment during a panel moderated by Bob Funk Jr. of Express Employment Professionals.
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LEADERSHIP NOTES
Talent OKC brings education and workforce together Over the past several months, more than 150 business, education and community leaders across the Greater Oklahoma City region have helped us take a closer look at how our education and workforce systems connect. Through conversations, stakeholder meetings and Design Labs led in partnership with CivicLab, one thing has become clear: our region is not short on strong programs or committed organizations. The opportunity is to better connect that work. That is the focus of Talent OKC: Connecting Education & Workforce, the Chamber’s effort to bring educators, employers, workforce partners, community organizations and public leaders together to build a stronger, more aligned system. At our recent State of Education & Workforce event, we explored why those connections matter. Preparing people for meaningful careers begins long before they enter the workforce and continues through K-12 education, CareerTech, higher education, employment and lifelong learning. For Oklahoma City, getting those connections right is critical to continued economic growth. As our region attracts investment and creates new opportunities, we need a talent pipeline capable of growing alongside our economy. We already see what collaboration can accomplish. Across our aviation industry, partnerships among educators and employers give students hands-on experiences and clearer pathways from the classroom to high-demand careers. Now, the work with CivicLab is helping identify shared challenges and shape a roadmap for Talent OKC informed by the people closest to education and workforce needs across our region. It is also challenging us to look beyond individual organizations and consider what we can accomplish together that none of us can achieve alone. No single organization can build the workforce Oklahoma City will need in the years ahead. Through Talent OKC, we have an opportunity to work differently together, strengthen pathways for students and workers, and prepare our region for continued growth.
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UPCOMING EVENTS CALENDAR (Events are subject to change. Consult okcchamber.com/events for the most recent updates.) OCT 7 (WED) Chamber Forum Petroleum Club 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. OCT 21 - 23 InterCity Visit 2026 San Diego NOV 4 (WED) State of the Economy National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. DEC 16 (WED) Annual Meeting National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. JAN 27 (WED) Legislative Kickoff National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber will bring business and community leaders together on Oct. 7 for the next installment of its Chamber Forum series. Chamber Forum provides a space for thought leaders to discuss major initiatives, programs and current issues affecting Oklahoma City’s business climate, economy and community. Throughout the year, the series gives attendees an opportunity to hear directly from leaders and experts on topics shaping the region and its continued growth. Previous Chamber Forum programs this year have explored approaches to homelessness, minimum wage, and the economic impact of sports and growing opportunities for Oklahoma City. The October program will continue that focus, offering members of the business community an opportunity to connect and stay informed about issues important to Oklahoma City. Additional details about the program and featured speakers will be announced as the event approaches. Chamber Forum will take place Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Petroleum Club of Oklahoma City, 100 N Broadway Ave., Suite 3400. Registration is $60 for Greater Oklahoma City Chamber members and $70 for non-members. To inquire about tickets, email register@okcchamber.com. Additional OCTOBER CHAMBER FORUM TO BRING BUSINESS COMMUNITY TOGETHER FOR TIMELY DISCUSSION
program information will be available at okcchamber.com. A special thanks to Series Presenting Sponsor Spectrum.
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Business and community leaders from Oklahoma City will head to San Diego this fall for the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s 2026 InterCity Visit, an annual opportunity to learn from another metropolitan area and bring new ideas back to Oklahoma City. The InterCity Visit allows participants to explore the successes and challenges of a peer city while connecting with leaders from both communities. The annual trip provides an opportunity to benchmark Oklahoma City’s progress, exchange ideas and consider strategies that could support the region’s continued growth. The three-day visit also creates opportunities for participants to strengthen relationships while learning from another city firsthand. Those experiences can help identify approaches and best practices that may inform economic development and other priorities at home. This year’s visit to San Diego will focus on defense, innovation, housing, transportation and more. The 2026 InterCity Visit will take place Wednesday, Oct. 21, through Friday, Oct. 23, in San Diego. Participation is available to Greater Oklahoma City Chamber members at the Advisor level and above. Eligible members can learn more and register at okcchamber.com/intercity. INTERCITY VISIT TO TAKE OKC LEADERS TO SAN DIEGO
Members interested in attending the InterCity Visit can also explore upgrading their membership to the Advisor level or above. To learn more about membership levels and the additional benefits available at each level, contact Suzette Ellison at sellison@okcchamber.com. A special thanks to Presenting Sponsor INSURICA and Silver Sponsors ADG Blatt and Nabholz Construction Corporation.
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Business leaders will have an opportunity to hear local and national perspectives on the trends shaping the economy at the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s annual State of the Economy event this November. The program will bring together a panel of local economists and a nationally recognized keynote speaker to examine key issues affecting the local and national economy. Attendees will gain timely insight into economic conditions and the trends that could influence Oklahoma City’s business community in the months ahead. State of the Economy provides an opportunity for business and community leaders to better understand the forces shaping the economic landscape while considering what those developments could mean for Oklahoma City. The luncheon also gives attendees a chance to connect with others who are helping to drive the region’s economy. State of the Economy will take place Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St. in Oklahoma City. Registration is $75 for Greater Oklahoma City Chamber members and $100 for non-members. To learn more or register, visit okcchamber.com. A special thanks to Presenting Sponsor Arvest Bank and Platinum Sponsor Post Oak Toyota. STATE OF THE ECONOMY TO EXAMINE TRENDS SHAPING OKC’S ECONOMIC FUTURE
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and Insiders on Tour, which offer behind-the-scenes experiences at local attractions and businesses. Visit OKC selects tour locations across different districts to introduce participants to a range of places throughout the city. Locations generally are not repeated unless there is something new to experience, such as a major update or expansion. The OKC Insider course replaced the Certified Tourism Ambassador program, with the free, online format designed to remove barriers and make training accessible to more people who regularly interact with visitors. Visit OKC is also developing additional modules in response to participants asking for more content. Graduates receive access to hundreds of free professional development courses through Learn Tourism. Ultimately, the program is designed to turn local knowledge into authentic hospitality, giving more people the confidence to answer a familiar question: “What is there to do here?” Those interested in becoming a certified OKC Insider can learn more and complete the free training at visitokc.com/insider.
A visitor looking for the best place to grab dinner, explore a neighborhood or spend an afternoon in Oklahoma City may ask a hotel employee for advice. But they might just as easily ask someone working at a store, venue or airport. Visit OKC’s Insider Program is designed to make sure more of those people have an answer. The free, on-demand training gives people who interact with visitors the knowledge and confidence to recommend local attractions, districts, restaurants and experiences. While initially focused on hospitality and tourism workers, the program is now open to a broader range of participants, including retail employees, venue staff, airport workers and local volunteers. “When someone visits Oklahoma City, their experience is shaped by every interaction they have along the way,” said Shaun Yates, Visit OKC senior vice president of tourism development. “The Insider Program helps give people across our community the knowledge and confidence to answer questions, make meaningful recommendations and connect visitors with the places and experiences that make Oklahoma City special. It’s about making sure great hospitality extends well beyond the traditional tourism industry.” The program consists of four online modules that take about 60 minutes to complete and cover Oklahoma City history, districts, food and top attractions. Graduates receive an official OKC Insider certificate and lapel pin and gain access to networking opportunities VISIT OKC DESTINATION INSIDER PROGRAM EQUIPS LOCALS TO SHARE THE BEST OF THE CITY
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Oklahoma City’s preparations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games have an official identity. Team OKC unveiled its new brand, introducing “We are Team OKC” as a rallying message designed to bring the community together as the city prepares to welcome Olympic athletes and visitors from around the world. Team OKC President Michael Byrnes said the phrase is intended to represent more than the organization leading Oklahoma City’s preparations for the Games. “Those four words have more meaning than just a logo or a campaign,” Byrnes said. “They’re an invitation because Oklahoma City’s Olympic movement will not belong to one organization or one venue or one group of people. It belongs to this entire community.” The brand identity was created to give the effort a recognizable identity as Team OKC works to connect residents, businesses, volunteers and community partners with opportunities surrounding the Games. Oklahoma City will stage Olympic softball and slalom paddle competitions during the LA28 Games, bringing some of the world’s best athletes to two venues with TEAM OKC LAUNCHES NEW BRAND AS CITY PREPARES FOR 2028 OLYMPIC GAMES
deep connections to their respective sports. Byrnes credited city leadership and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber with making the commitment that helped bring Olympic competition to the city. For Oklahoma City, staging those competitions is the culmination of decades of work. USA Softball CEO Craig Cress pointed to the city’s long history with softball, including the 1987 Olympic Festival and decades of hosting the Women’s College World Series. “It’s something that we have been auditioning for here in Oklahoma City to put this sport on and solidify us being the softball capital of the world,” Cress said. A similar long-term vision helped transform Oklahoma City into an internationally recognized destination for paddle sports. RIVERSPORT OKC Founder
Mike Knopp recalled attending the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta with his wife and watching rowing, an experience that helped inspire his efforts to establish the sport in Oklahoma City nearly 30 years ago. Knopp said seeing the Olympics return to the United States with Olympic competitions being staged in Oklahoma City represents a full-circle moment. “To think that I’m sitting at the Atlanta
Olympics and then the next time the Olympics will be in America for the Summer Games,
Mayor David Holt speaks at the Team OKC brand launch.
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This is our city. This is our opportunity. This is our moment. And this is Team OKC. - Michael Byrnes
sure that when the world arrives in Oklahoma City, we are prepared to welcome,” Byrnes said. Thousands of people are expected to play a role in staging Oklahoma City’s Olympic competitions. For Byrnes, the launch of Team OKC gives that collective effort something the community can rally around as the Games approach. “Today we’re officially giving this effort a name,” Byrnes said. “We’re giving it an identity and a rallying pride. This is our city. This is our opportunity. This is our moment. And this is Team OKC.”
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Construction is underway on the Choctaw Nation Fieldhouse at Devon Park, marking progress on one of the projects funded through Oklahoma City’s voter- approved 2025 General Obligation Bond program. The $21 million project will add a 30,000-square- foot indoor softball training facility on the west side of Devon Park, further strengthening the venue as Oklahoma City prepares to stage softball competition during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games and looks to secure the NCAA Women’s College World Series beyond 2035. The fieldhouse will include two indoor practice infields, allowing teams to practice simultaneously in separate spaces, along with team locker rooms, sports medicine areas, a weight room and other support spaces. An enclosed, climate-controlled connection will link the facility directly to the stadium. “Our vision for Oklahoma City has always centered on creating a world-class home for softball, and the Choctaw Nation Fieldhouse is another major step toward that future,” USA Softball CEO Craig Cress said. The fieldhouse is funded through the $2.7 billion 2025 GO Bond program approved by Oklahoma City voters. The bond includes 547 projects across the city, including investments in streets, bridges, parks, public safety facilities and other infrastructure. CHOCTAW NATION FIELDHOUSE TAKES SHAPE AT DEVON PARK
The Oklahoma Department of Commerce also contributed $8 million for additional improvements at Devon Park, including new chairback seating, improved practice fields and an upgraded sound system. The investment builds on Devon Park’s role as a national destination for softball and comes as Oklahoma City prepares to welcome the sport to the Olympic stage in 2028. “It’s fun when we’re here because we get to say that we’re the world capital of softball, and we don’t even have to feel like we’re joking or like we’re pushing the envelope with that statement,” Mayor David Holt said. “It’s unquestionable. We’re actually the home of USA Softball, and the world’s greatest teams and the world’s greatest athletes will come here in just two years for the Olympics.” City officials also hope the fieldhouse will eventually earn designation as a U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee training site. Construction is expected to take about 18 months.
Rendering of the Choctaw Nation Fieldhouse, a new sports facility planned for Oklahoma City.
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Congratulations to Chamber members on their recent Grand Openings! To see the schedule of upcoming Grand Openings or subscribe to the Grand Openings calendar, visit okcchamber.com/grandopenings. GRAND OPENINGS
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Businesses who join the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber are part of the largest coalition of businesses in the state and make the Chamber’s work in the community possible. Each member level is identified on the listing below.
PARTNER+
ADVISOR
Rock Paper Cannon Entertainers / Speakers / Promoters Ms. Rachel Cannon........................(310) 770-1021 7201 N. Classen Blvd.
Berry-Rock Investments Mr. Nick Berry.................................(405) 474-7882 6915 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73116-7209 www.berryrockhomes.com
Quick Quack Car Wash Car Washing & Polishing Ms. Madie Jackson....................(888) 772-2792 12425 N. Pennsylvania Ave. 6020 West Oaks Blvd, Ste. 300 Rocklin, CA 95765-5472 quickquack.com
Roman Insurance Agency, LLC Insurance Insurance Agents, Brokers and Service Mr. Isaac Roman..........................(405) 843-5565 13194 N. MacArthur Blvd. 2244 Churchill Place Oklahoma City, OK 73120-4804 www.shelterinsurance.com/CA/agent/iroman
4601 Green Country Road Edmond, OK 73034-0898 www.rockpapercannon.com
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ASSOCIATE
Alpha Oklahoma City Schools - Private Ms. Morgan Hatt...........................(405) 213-5292 301 W. Reno Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73102-5030 https://alpha.school/oklahoma-city/
Convivial Concepts Caterers Restaurants Mr. Charles Torre.........................(405) 850-2589 1315 E. Reno Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73117-1809 convivialconceptsok.com
Diamond Consulate Jewelry / Jewelers Retail Ms. Kelly Uptain............................(405) 805-1050
Premier IT Service Information Technology Mr. Tim Baleno.............................(405) 900-8482 PMB 421 941 W. I-35 Frontage Road, Ste. 116 Edmond, OK 73034-7375 premieritservice.com
5701 N. Western Ave., Ste. B Oklahoma City, OK 73118-1236 https://diamondconsulate.com
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City and State Venue & Events Meeting / Banquet Facilities Special Event Planning / Consulting Mr. Charles Torre.........................(405) 702-9990 19 NE 6th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73104-1801 www.cityandstateokc.com Hadco Metal Metal - Expanded Metal Manufacturer Mr. Gilad Gurevitch......................(215) 695-2705 24403 Amah Parkway Claremore, OK 74019-4304 hadco-metal.com Hopscotch Kitchen & Bar Bars / Taverns Restaurants Mr. Charles Torre.........................(405) 286-4246 10909 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120-6205 hopscotchokc.com
Paragon Roofing & Exteriors, LLC Construction Companies Roofing Contractors Mr. Grant Phillips..........................(405) 283-6885 3140 W. Britton Road, Ste. 200 Oklahoma City, OK 73120-2039 paragonroofingok.com Paseo Grill Caterers Restaurants Mr. Charles Torre............................(405) 601-1079 2909 Paseo Drive, Ste. A Oklahoma City, OK 73103-1052 Amusement / Entertainment / Attractions Mr. Timothy Baleno....................(405) 900-8482 PMB 421 941 W. I-35 Frontage Road, Ste. 116 Edmond, OK 73034-7375 platinumesport.com www.paseogrill.com Platinum Esports
Quick Quack Car Wash Car Washing & Polishing Ms. Madie Jackson....................(888) 772-2792 5807 W. Reno Ave. 6020 West Oaks Blvd., Ste. 300 Rocklin, CA 95765-5472 quickquack.com Resolute Consulting PLLC Accountants and Accounting Services Financial Services Mr. William Trey Rodman...........(405) 612-6156 13675 Creek View Drive Edmond, OK 73025-2877 www.resoluteconsultingpllc.com The GOAT Bars / Taverns Restaurants Mr. Charles Torre..........................(405) 724-8076 208 E. Sheridan Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73104-4233 thegoatokc.com
The UPS Store #3331 Printers Shipping & Packaging - Retail Ms. Rebecca Amend.................(405) 830-3501 5030 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73112-6010 https://www.facebook.com/TheUPSStore3331/ United Defense Tactical Training Programs Ms. Erin Hurst..................................(405) 938-3129 12501 Wecoty Way Oklahoma City, 73114 uniteddefensetactical.com/Edmond
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ECONOMIC INDICATORS
OKLAHOMA CITY MSA RANKS #3 MOST AFFORDABLE HOUSING INTERNATIONALLY International Housing Affordability Rankings Among Metropolitan Areas
MEDIAN MULTIPLE
RANK
NATION
METROPOLITAN AREA
1
U.S.
CLEVELAND, OH
3.1
2
U.S.
PITTSBURGH, PA
3.2
3
U.S.
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
3.6
3
CANADA
EDMONTON, AB
3.6
3
U.S.
ROCHESTER, NY
3.6
3
U.S.
ST. LOUIS., MO-IL
3.6
7
U.K.
SHEFFIELD
3.7
7
U.S.
OMAHA, NE-IA
3.7
9
U.K.
MIDDLESBOROUGH & DURHAM
3.8
9
U.S.
LOUISVILLE, KY-IN
3.8 Source: Demographia International Housing Affordability, 2026 Edition
• The Oklahoma City MSA ranked the #3 most affordable housing among 96 international metropolitan areas, according to the Demographia International Housing Affordability report. • These rankings are based on the “median multiple” variable, which is a price-to-income ratio that divides the median house price by the median household income.
• This Oklahoma City MSA ranking came from a median multiple of 3.6, which is well below the United States median of 4.5
For comprehensive Economic Indicator and Regional Data, please visit your Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Economic Development Division at www.greateroklahomacity.com/economicindicators or contact Eric Long, Research Economist, at 405-297-8976; elong@okcchamber.com DID YOU KNOW? Get regional demographic data, consumer expenditure information, labor force data for the Greater Oklahoma City Region and more at greateroklahomacity.com.
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MARK BEFFORT Robinson Park; Vice Chair, Economic Development CLAY BENNETT Dorchester Capital; Vice Chair, Strategic Planning BOB FUNK JR. Express Employment Professionals; Vice Chair, Education & Talent DAVID HARLOW BancFirst; Vice Chair, Safe Community Initiatives BILL LANCE The Chickasaw Nation; Vice Chair, Government Relations JENNY LOVE MEYER Love’s Travel Stops; Vice Chair, Marketing & Communications 2026 OFFICERS
MIKE ROSS America Fidelity Assurance Company Corporate; Board Chair TERESA ROSE One Heartbeat Foundation; Immediate Past Chair; Vice Chair, Membership JOHN HART Continental Resources; Treasurer RHONDA HOOPER Jordan Advertising; Corporate Secretary CHRISTY GILLENWATER Greater Oklahoma City Chamber; President & CEO
RICK MUNCRIEF Muncrief Capital Management; Vice Chair, Innovation & Life Sciences LARRY NICHOLS Devon Energy Corporation; Vice Chair, FOKC & Community Issue Campaigns KENT SHORTRIDGE Oklahoma Natural Gas Company; Vice Chair, Transportation Initiatives SEAN TRAUSCHKE OGE Energy Corp.; Vice Chair, Convention & Visitors Development & LA28 TONY TYLER Tyler Media; Vice Chair, County Government & Criminal Justice
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