OCTOBER 2026 • OKCCHAMBER.COM
MANUFACTURING MONTH: LOCAL EXPERTISE HELPS BRING CONTINENTAL COLISEUM TO LIFE
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MANUFACTURING MONTH: LOCAL EXPERTISE HELPS BRING CONTINENTAL COLISEUM TO LIFE
Local expertise on a major scale For Flintco
As the Continental Coliseum rises in downtown Oklahoma City, the project is also showcasing the companies, skilled trades and workers that make major construction possible across the region. From structural steel and concrete to the craftspeople working on site, the Coliseum is drawing on expertise from companies across Oklahoma. Behind each piece of the project is another network of workers — manufacturing, fabricating, producing and delivering the materials that ultimately become part of the building. During Manufacturing Month, the project offers a tangible look at the breadth of that workforce. More than 42,000 people work in manufacturing across Greater Oklahoma City, with an average annual wage of $70,821. The industry contributes approximately $6.9 billion to the regional economy. Manufacturing also represents a significant share of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s economic development pipeline. About 70% of the Chamber’s active projects are in manufacturing, with approximately half of those related to aerospace and defense.
and Mortenson, the construction team leading the
Continental Coliseum project, tapping into local expertise has been a priority.
Companies involved include W&W/AFCO Steel, which is providing structural steel for the Coliseum, Dolese Bros. Co., which is supplying concrete, and Rod Busters, among others. That network extends to the workforce on the construction site. At peak activity, hundreds of craftspeople can be working on the project, while thousands of workers will contribute to the Coliseum over the course of its construction. The scale demonstrates the ripple effect a major construction project can have
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Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt joins community leaders for the groundbreaking of the Continental Coliseum in downtown Oklahoma City.
beyond the boundaries of its jobsite. Every company involved brings its own workforce, suppliers and specialized expertise to the project. And some of that work begins well before materials reach downtown. Following the supply chain At Dolese, rock quarried in Lawton travels by rail to Oklahoma City, while sand comes from Guthrie. Those raw materials eventually reach the company’s Midtown concrete plant just east of downtown, where they become concrete designed for different parts of the Coliseum. Dolese has supplied approximately 3,000 cubic yards of concrete to the project so far — about 300 full truckloads. The company estimates the Coliseum will require around 50,000 cubic yards by the time construction is complete. The company is currently supplying concrete for mass foundations and walls, with slab pours beginning as construction progresses. Foundations, walls and floors can require different concrete mixes, meaning dozens of mix designs could be used throughout the project. But the trucks arriving downtown represent only the final step in a much larger operation. More than 100 people across Dolese’s operations can contribute to the supply chain supporting the project, including quarry and sand plant employees, drivers, plant workers, dispatchers, order takers, sales staff and managers. For Dolese, coordinating those moving pieces helps the company maintain quality while meeting the demands of a complex construction schedule.
“We control our own destiny,” said Kermit Frank, vice president of community and government affairs at Dolese. “We’re only as good as our last load of concrete.” Built into the finished product Dolese is approaching its 125th anniversary and has spent nearly a century operating in Oklahoma. Frank said the company takes pride in being trusted to provide a critical piece of a project of this scale. “We are proud to be part of the team making the Thunder’s amazing vision a reality,” Frank said. Much of that work — from Dolese and the many other companies involved — will be difficult to see once construction is complete. Concrete foundations will be buried, structural components covered and the crews that built the Coliseum will move on to other projects. What remains will be a building shaped by the Oklahoma companies, manufacturers, suppliers and thousands of workers who helped bring it to life. We are proud to be part of the team making the Thunder’s amazing vision a reality - Kermit Frank
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Manufacturing drives growth in Greater Oklahoma City LEADERSHIP NOTES
October is Manufacturing Month, an opportunity to recognize an industry that plays an important role in Greater Oklahoma City’s economy and continues to create opportunities for our region. Nearly 42,000 people work in manufacturing across Greater Oklahoma City, earning an average annual wage of $70,821. The industry contributes $6.9 billion to our regional economy and includes everything from metals, machinery and building materials to food products, medical devices and equipment. Manufacturing also drives a significant share of the economic development activity we see today. Seventy percent of the Chamber’s active economic development projects are in manufacturing, with approximately half of those projects related to aerospace and defense. That activity is translating into investment. From January through August, existing and new-to-market companies announced nearly $900 million in capital investment across the region. There are several reasons manufacturers are choosing to invest here. Greater Oklahoma City offers a low cost of doing business, a talented and growing workforce and industrial properties that can support new and expanding operations. Those advantages help our economic development team compete for new projects while supporting companies already operating in the region. That support for existing businesses is an important part of our work. We are seeing notable interest from manufacturers exploring tools such as the state’s Business Expansion Incentive Program and Foreign Trade Zone #106. Collaborative efforts to increase awareness of the benefits available through the Foreign Trade Zone have contributed to an increase in business applications, helping more companies explore opportunities to strengthen their operations in Greater Oklahoma City. Behind every project and investment are the people who make this industry possible. Continued manufacturing growth depends on our ability to develop and retain skilled workers and connect them with opportunities in industries that are evolving alongside new technologies and changing business needs. Manufacturing Month gives us an opportunity to recognize the employees and the companies investing in our region, but it also reminds us of the work ahead. By supporting our existing businesses, competing for new investment and strengthening our workforce, we can continue building an environment where manufacturers — and Greater Oklahoma City — can grow together.
CHRISTY GILLENWATER President & CEO
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UPCOMING EVENTS CALENDAR (Events are subject to change. Consult okcchamber.com/events for the most recent updates.) 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 together local and national economic experts Nov. 4 for its annual State of the Economy luncheon, offering insight into the trends shaping the region’s economic future. Steve Wyatt, chief investment strategist at Bank of Oklahoma, will deliver the event’s keynote address. The luncheon will also feature a panel of local economists, including Courtney Cowley with the Federal Reserve, Russell Evans with the University of Central Oklahoma, Mark Snead with RegionTrack and Bob Dauffenbach, professor emeritus at the University of Oklahoma. Together, the speakers will offer perspectives on the local and national economy as businesses navigate changing economic conditions and look toward 2027. State of the Economy gives Oklahoma City business and community leaders an opportunity to hear directly from economic experts about the forces influencing the economy and gain timely information as they plan for the year ahead. The luncheon will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 4 at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. A special thank you to Arvest Bank, the presenting sponsor, and Post Oak Toyota, the platinum sponsor, for supporting State of the Economy. To inquire about tickets, email register@okcchamber.com. STATE OF THE ECONOMY TO EXAMINE TRENDS SHAPING OKC’S ECONOMIC FUTURE
FEB 10 (WED) Chamber Forum Petroleum Club 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. APR 29 (THU) State of the City Oklahoma City Convention Center 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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Panelists discuss development trends, rising costs and the growing role of experiential concepts during ICSC Local Oklahoma in Oklahoma City.
ICSC LOCAL OKLAHOMA HIGHLIGHTS TRENDS
SHAPING RETAIL DEVELOPMENT
Panelists also discussed the growing role of food and beverage concepts in anchoring developments. Restaurants and other dining concepts are increasingly helping create destinations that encourage visitors to spend more time in an area and support surrounding businesses. Experiential development is playing a similar role. The discussion around Mammoth Fieldhouse highlighted the importance of co-tenancy, dwell time and the ability to draw visitors from a larger trade area. Oklahoma City’s established sports market also helped make the region a natural fit for the sports and entertainment development. The discussion brought together perspectives from operators, brokers, developers and experiential concepts, offering a look at how changing costs, consumer expectations and development strategies are influencing Oklahoma’s commercial real estate market. ICSC Local Oklahoma gives us an opportunity to talk about what’s happening in our market and where we see opportunities moving forward. - Tammy Fate
Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC) brought its Local Oklahoma event back to Oklahoma City for a second year, bringing together professionals from across the retail and commercial real estate industries to discuss the projects, people and technology shaping Oklahoma’s development landscape. Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Vice President of Business Attraction and Development Tammy Fate helped organize the event alongside Aaron Diehl, retail specialist at Creek Price Edwards. The event featured a panel with Rachel Cope of 84 Hospitality, Stuart Graham of CBRE, Matt Heisley of Rainier Development Company and Jason Farrant of Mammoth Fieldhouse. “The retail landscape is constantly changing, and it’s important that we’re bringing together people who are experiencing those changes from different sides of the industry,” Fate said. “ICSC Local Oklahoma gives us an opportunity to talk about what’s happening in our market and where we see opportunities moving forward.” Those changes were reflected throughout the panel discussion. Rising construction costs are creating new challenges in negotiations between landlords and tenants, with tenants seeking greater incentives and tenant improvement allowances as the cost of opening a new location increases.
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WHAT OKLAHOMA COUNTY VOTERS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE NOVEMBER 3 SALES TAX PROPOSAL
While much of the discussion surrounding the proposition has focused on the new Oklahoma County detention center, the tax is not limited to construction. Ballot language allows revenue to be used to operate, maintain, construct, renovate, finance, equip and pay staff of county detention, diversion and mental health facilities and programs. The 25-year term also does not represent the construction timeline for the new detention center, which is currently expected to be completed in fall 2028. Instead, the Citizens Bond Oversight Advisory Board recommended a 25- to 30-year tax as part of the financing structure for the project. Current estimates project the 0.40% tax would generate approximately $70 million annually, with about $44 million going toward debt service and the remainder
Deteriorating conditions inside an Oklahoma County Detention Center cell.
Oklahoma County voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to approve a new 0.40% sales tax to fund the county’s detention system, diversion efforts and mental health facilities and programs. The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber supports the proposal and stands alongside the Yes for a Safer Community campaign. The Chamber has helped convene community leaders and organizations supporting the effort around a shared goal of moving a long-needed solution forward for Oklahoma County. “We need a facility that is safe and humane for the people housed there and the people who work there, with strong oversight and accountability for the public investment required to make that happen,” said Christy Gillenwater, president and CEO of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber. What the tax would fund If approved, the tax would add 4 cents to every $10 in taxable purchases in Oklahoma County. Collections would begin April 1, 2027, and continue for 25 years through March 31, 2052. County officials have identified a property tax as the other available funding mechanism for the project. Unlike a property tax, the proposed sales tax would also collect revenue from taxable purchases made in Oklahoma County by visitors and commuters who live outside the county.
available for operations and other eligible uses. Oklahoma County voters previously approved $260 million in bonds in 2022 toward construction of a new detention center. A broader criminal justice system The proposal comes as Oklahoma County continues efforts to reduce unnecessary incarceration while
addressing the needs of those who remain in detention.
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mental health care. Detainees make more than 3,100 mental-health-related contacts each month, underscoring the role behavioral health services play within the broader system. Accountability for the investment The proposal also includes measures designed to provide oversight of the public investment. The project would be capped at $605 million, while excess revenue would be secured in a lockbox for future maintenance needs. A MAPS-like oversight committee would provide additional accountability, reviewing expenditures to ensure public funds are used in accordance with the approved plan. The ballot language further requires revenue from the tax to be used only for the detention, diversion and mental health purposes outlined in the proposition. Oklahoma County voters will make the final decision Nov. 3. Voters can review their registration, find their polling place and view a sample ballot through the Oklahoma State Election Board’s OK Voter Portal.
The Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Advisory Council, or CJAC, works with community partners to improve the county’s criminal justice system through efforts including diversion and pretrial services. Data presented to the Citizens Bond Oversight Advisory Board show the detention center’s average daily population declined from 1,703 in 2021 to 1,521 in 2026. At the same time, CJAC’s Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Report highlights continued challenges involving detention center funding, staffing and
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Another project, The Effigy, is targeting a November production start. For Jill Simpson, executive director of the Oklahoma City Film & Creative Industries Office, the slate of productions reflects the continued growth of an industry the city has spent the past few years working to develop. “In just three years, Oklahoma City’s film rebate program has gained remarkable momentum,” Simpson said. “We’re no longer talking about attracting one production at a time. We’re building a pipeline of projects that recognize Oklahoma City’s resources and expanding local workforce.” That momentum is bringing significant spending into the local economy, from hotel stays and restaurant meals to equipment rentals, transportation and construction materials. “Those production dollars circulate throughout our economy, creating opportunities well beyond the film industry,” Simpson said. The Oklahoma City Film Incentive Program has played a role in attracting productions to the region. It offers qualifying projects a 5% to 10% rebate that can be combined with Oklahoma’s 20% to 30% state incentive. The program launched with $3 million in funding in 2023 before expanding to $8 million in 2025 through the Oklahoma City Economic Development Trust.
Oklahoma City’s film production pipeline is picking up speed, with one feature currently filming and two more scheduled to begin production this month. Copperhead, starring Miles Teller and Jason Momoa, is currently filming in Oklahoma City. The crime thriller follows a veteran detective and young federal agent who uncover a conspiracy within an elite task force after an undercover drug deal turns violent. Two more productions are scheduled to begin filming Oct. 19. Pipecleaner Boy, starring Abigail Breslin, follows a woman who sets out on a cross-country road trip after losing her job and discovering her fiancé is cheating. The faith-based drama His Heart, starring Esai Morales and Kelsey Grammer, will begin filming in Oklahoma City alongside it. OKLAHOMA CITY FILM PRODUCTION BUILDS MOMENTUM WITH GROWING PROJECT PIPELINE
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Oklahoma City Film and Creative Industries Office Executive Director Jill Simpson discusses Oklahoma City’s film industry during a panel hosted by Essential Offices.
To date, Oklahoma City has prequalified 16 projects, with two more under consideration. Ten of those project applications were received in the last nine months alone, reflecting the increasing interest in filming in the region. That activity is generating substantial economic returns. A $4 million commitment of city rebate funds has generated $106,764,407 in direct expenditures and a total economic impact of $373.8 million for Oklahoma City. The local growth reflects broader trends across Oklahoma’s film industry. Between 2019 and 2023, employment in the state’s film and television industry increased 56.2%, while total compensation grew 169%. Oklahoma also climbed to No. 18 nationally for its film incentive program, up from No. 26 in 2025. Building the workforce for continued growth As more productions move through the pipeline, Simpson said developing the workforce needed to support them will be an important part of sustaining that growth. “Attracting productions is one part of building this industry,” Simpson said. “We also need to make sure there are enough people here who have the skills and experience to work on those productions. Building that workforce allows us to support more projects and gives us a stronger pipeline for the future.” OKC Film works with educational institutions and industry partners across the metro to strengthen that workforce pipeline. Film and digital media programs are available through Oklahoma City Community College, Oklahoma City University, the University of Oklahoma and Rose State College, while Metro Tech, Francis Tuttle
Technology Center and Moore Norman Technology Center are among the additional partners helping prepare workers for the industry. Filmmakers Ranch also offers Set Ready training for production work. Strengthening the local workforce is central to OKC Film’s long-term vision of transforming Oklahoma City from a production location into a regional production hub. Developing experienced crews and expanding opportunities for local talent can help the region accommodate more productions while creating pathways for workers to build careers without leaving Oklahoma City. “We want to build on the momentum we’re seeing and make sure Oklahoma City is prepared for what comes next,” Simpson said. “The goal isn’t just more productions. It’s building an industry that can continue growing here.” We want to build on the momentum we’re seeing and make sure Oklahoma City is prepared for what comes next. The goal isn’t just more productions. It’s building an industry that can continue growing here - Jill Simpson
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Greater Oklahoma City’s Western heritage is more than part of the region’s identity. It is also an opportunity for economic growth. The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s Western Strategy builds on the region’s existing Western assets to attract businesses, support investment and strengthen an industry ecosystem already drawing companies and visitors from across the globe. The region hosts more than 30 major livestock and equine events each year and is home to national industry associations, manufacturers and other Western businesses. For Tammy Fate, vice president of business attraction and development at the Chamber, those assets also create a direct pipeline for business recruitment. Livestock and equine events at OKC Fair Park bring manufacturers, vendors and other companies into the market, giving the Chamber an opportunity to introduce them to Greater Oklahoma City as a potential home. “It’s an opportunity for us to go out and meet with them, manufacturers, and say, ‘Have you thought of Oklahoma City or have you thought about our region?’” Fate said. CHAMBER’S WESTERN STRATEGY BUILDS ON OKC’S STRENGTHS TO ATTRACT NEW BUSINESS
The Red Angus Association is one example of the opportunity the Chamber hopes to build on. The organization recently relocated from Colorado following a search that began with about 10 cities along the Interstate 35 corridor. The search eventually narrowed to Kansas City and Oklahoma City. Executive Vice President Greg Ruehle said both offered opportunities, but Red Angus saw Oklahoma City as a market where the association could establish itself earlier and benefit from future growth. Red Angus is currently leasing space in Midwest City while preparing to search for a permanent home in the region. Ruehle said the association is also considering eventually developing a multipurpose facility. The Chamber hopes to build on examples like Red Angus by attracting more of the companies and organizations connected to the Western industries already thriving in the region — turning Greater Oklahoma City’s longstanding Western identity into new investment, jobs and business growth.
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Kiddie Academy of Northwest OKC
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
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Rondald McDonald House Charities 5601 W. Memorial Rd. OKC OK 73142
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Oklahoma Sleep & Wellness Clinic, PLLC 5350 S. Western Ave. Suite 200 OKC OK 73109-4525 Wednesday, September 9, 2026 7 Brew Coffee 13500 N. Rockwell Ave. OKC OK 73142 Sunday, Sept 13, 2026 Salon Wave 617 N. Broadway Ave. OKC OK 73102-6201 Tuesday, September 15, 2026 DRG Military Training Repair Facility 4616 SW 20th St OKC OK 73128 Friday, September 18, 2026 Kiddie Academy of Northwest OKC 3100 NW 150th St. OKC OK 73134
Thursday, September 24, 2026 Oklahoma City Indian Clinic Convenience Care South 1100 SW 89th St. OKC OK 73139
Oklahoma Sleep & Wellness Clinic, PLLC
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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
Hilliary Telecommunications Services Mr. Braden Burns.......................(580) 529-5000 529 Telephone Park Lawton, OK 73507-6467 hilliary.com
The Hayes Initiative Communication Consultants Marketing & Sales Marketing Consultants Nonprofit / Service Agencies Public Relations Mr. Anthony Hayes.........................(917) 601-0410 1620 Oak Creek Drive Edmond, OK 73034-5922 hayesinitiative.com Key Personnel Employment Agencies Mr. Hayden McBride...................(405) 652-7901 12212 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120-6803 keyjobs.com Quick Quack Car Wash Car Washing & Polishing Mr. Oscar C. Davila.....................(888) 772-2792 13408 N. MacArthur Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142-3027 quickquack.com Red Carpet Car Wash Car Washing & Polishing Ms. Laura Blakewell..................(405) 525-0066 2136 NW 39th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112-8830 redcarpetokc.com The Urbanic Law Firm PLLC Legal Services Mr. Frank Urbanic........................(405) 633-3420 625 NW 13th Street 2011 W. Danforth Road, PMB 531 Edmond, OK 73003-4685 urbanic.law US Foods Grocers - Wholesale Mr. Rhett Ables.............................(847) 720-8000 10211 N. I-35 Service Road Oklahoma City, OK 73131-5022 usfoods.com/
Wed Society Advertising / Marketing Mr. David Lewis.............................(405) 297-4827 14013 N. Eastern Ave. Edmond, OK 73013-5586 wedsociety.com YOY Trucking, LLC Trucking Mr. Zach Ford..................................(405) 872-7772 10320 US Highway 77 Lexington, OK 73051-9722
EMERGING LEADER
Arrow Investment Management Investment Advisors Investment Management Services Money Management Mr. Jesse Carlucci.......................(405) 509-8198 3030 N.W. Expressway, Ste. 200 Oklahoma City, OK 73112-5466 arrowinvestmentmanagement.com
Castle Spirits Distillery Distilleries Meeting / Banquet Facilities Ms. Vicki Thorp..............................(405) 209-1336
1249 NW 4th St. P.O. Box 30847
Edmond, OK 73003-0015 castlespiritsdistillery.com/
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MEMBER UPGRADES The following member companies increased their investment in the Chamber, demonstrating strong support of the Chamber’s efforts to drive the region’s economy. To increase your investment, contact the Membership Division of the Chamber at (405)297-8949 or membership@okcchamber.com.
Ascent Surface Care Building Maintenance Mr. Connor Breitbach.................(405) 673-1325 8608 Tallwood Drive Austin, TX 78759-8127 ascentsurfacecare.com Crown Packaging Packaging - Industrial Packaging Services Mr. Randy VanEgmond............(918) 808-5220 11519 E. Pine St. Tulsa, OK 74116-2022 crownpack.com Culture Connection Law Legal Services Ms. Alexandra Towler-Bliss.....(405) 990-0317 614 SE 38th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73129-5216 cultureconnectionlaw.com Haus of Pong Amusement / Entertainment / Attractions Mr. Caleb Sanders.....................(405) 436-9908 209 N. Walnut Ave. 612 SE 27th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73129 hausofpong.com ISG Technology Information Technology Mr. Mason Adams.......................(405) 722-7300 14400 Bogert Pkwy, Ste. 400 Oklahoma City, OK 73134-2657 isgtech.com
Kraken Power Washing Pressure Washing Equipment & Services Mr. Devon Sons.............................(405) 441-3928
9201 Shady Grove Road Moore, OK 73160-9191 krakenwashokc.com KRAMER PRO
Audio-Visual Equipment & Supplies Audio-Visual Production Services Mr. Stephen Kramer...................(405) 467-9480 4116 Will Rogers Parkway, Suite 400 Oklahoma City, OK 73108-2061 kramer.pro Noble Dirt, LLC Construction Companies Mr. Zach Ford.................................(405) 872-7222 10320 US Highway 77 Lexington, OK 73051-9722 Noble Truck Repair and Sales Diesel Repairing & Service Mr. Zach Ford.................................(405) 872-7222 10320 US Highway 77 Lexington, OK 73051-9722 Prairie Biosciences Biotech Dr. Joshua Garton.........................(214) 543-6867 721 Doe Trail Edmond, OK 73012-6469 prairiebiosciences.com
ADVISOR
American Heart Association Nonprofit / Service Agencies Ms. Jill VanEgmond.....................(405) 415-3030 3401 NW 63rd St.,\Suite 510 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 heart.org/en/affiliates/oklahoma/oklahoma-city
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ECONOMIC INDICATORS
OKLAHOMA COMPANIES EXPORTED MORE THAN $7.5 BILLION IN GOODS AND SERVICES IN 2025 Oklahoma Export Value by Country
10-YEAR GROWTH
SHARE OF TOTAL TRADE
COUNTRY
2025 EXPORT VALUE ($)
1-YEAR GROWTH
CANADA
$1,674,540,124
-12%
7%
22%
JAPAN
$700,869,943
97%
207%
9%
MEXICO
$560,587,288
-8%
-1%
7%
GERMANY
$485,052,532
-33%
74%
6%
NETHERLANDS
$422,453,234
-10%
162%
6%
BRAZIL
$327,583,398
-16%
262%
4%
UNITED KINGDOM $322,540,641
31%
188%
4%
AUSTRALIA
$308,684,398
0%
154%
4%
SINGAPORE
$231,068,202
-24%
2%
3%
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
$214,347,801
105%
111%
3%
SOUTH KOREA
$160,110,917
1%
102%
2%
ALL OTHER
$2,058,876,911
-7% 27% Source: U.S. Census Bureau USA Trade Online, Oklahoma Department of Commerce Global Trade Report 2025. 24%
• Oklahoma’s Top Export Categories are: - Industrial machinery and parts - Electrical machinery - Precious metals • 65,200 Oklahomans are employed by 654 foreign- owned companies.
• There has been $6.35B in foreign direct investment (FDI) into Oklahoma over the past five years. • FDI companies are projected to create 5,400 direct new jobs with an average wage of 65,500+ in Oklahoma, based on announcements since 2020.
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
ISSUE #3619 - October 2026
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