The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber will host its annual State of the City event Wednesday, July 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the OKC Convention Center’s fourth floor ballroom. More than 1,400 business and civic leaders are expected to attend the event, which provides an in-depth look at the city's recent progress, ongoing challenges and plans for the future. This year marks Mayor David Holt’s seventh State of the City address. First elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2022, Holt has led OKC through key developments such as the MAPS 4 Implementation Plan—a $1.1 billion package funding 16 community projects. Under his leadership, the city also committed funding for a new downtown arena, resulting in a 30-year commitment from the OKC Thunder. Holt also held a leadership role in securing OKC’s role in staging softball and canoe slalom competitions as part of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. WHAT’S NEXT FOR OKC: MAYOR HOLT TO SHARE VISION AT STATE OF THE CITY
The program will also feature updates from Teresa Rose, Chamber Chair, on major Chamber initiatives that support local business growth. These include the 2025 Legislative Priorities, the Forward OKC Seven economic development strategy, the FAME OKC workforce program and the expanding bioscience sector through Life Science Oklahoma. The event will also spotlight the city’s growing tourism industry, now generating $2.6 billion annually, and its role in hosting events for LA28. The State of the City offers a chance for attendees to engage with fellow leaders in the business community, share ideas and learn more about the work shaping the city’s future. Details are available at okcchamber.com/city. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, the OKC Thunder.
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