Pruitt was drawn to the position by the region’s tremendous potential. “This is an exciting opportunity to serve at a world-class chamber that is focused on community leadership and economic progress,” he said. “I look forward to collaborating with the quality companies, organizations and governmental entities that work hard every day to position this dynamic 10-county region for growth.” Pruitt has been with the Missouri Partnership since 2008. He previously worked in economic development with the Montgomery County Action Council in ICSC LOCAL OKLAHOMA BRINGS TOGETHER INDUSTRY LEADERS TO SHAPE RETAIL GROWTH
Independence, Kansas, and as a planner for the cities of Independence and Hutchinson, Kansas. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Harding University, a master’s degree from Texas A&M University, and is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute. He is also a certified economic developer through the International Economic Development Council. Pruitt will begin his role in Oklahoma City in late March. retail growth and the evolving culinary scene as a driver for development. Director of Retail Development and Recruitment for the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Tammy Fate is the chair of ICSC membership. As chair, Fate spearheaded the event with co-host Aaron Diehl, retail specialist at Price Edwards “This event is designed to discuss the Oklahoma ‘Playbook’ and create an environment for collaboration and connectivity within our city,” Fate said. Fate moderated the panel discussion, including: • Andrew Black, executive chef and co-owner of Culinary Edge Concepts; James Beard Award Winner, Best Chef: Southwest 2023 • Chris Challis, president of Sooner Investment • Jeff Dixon, founder and CEO of Provision Concepts • Chip Nolen, planning manager of Embark OK • Melissa Pepper, executive director of The Uncommon Ground Sculpture Park With over 100 attendees, ICSC Local Oklahoma successfully united industry leaders across the state to discuss retail and development trends while tying in the role of regional transportation.
Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC), a global trade organization for the marketplace industry, recently hosted its ICSC Local Oklahoma event designed to foster networking and information sharing among local professionals. The event featured the panel, “The Oklahoma Playbook—Reinventing Retail, Culture and Community,” which discussed developments shaping the retail landscape, the regional transportation plan’s impact on Panelists at the ICSC Local Oklahoma event discussed the regional transportation plan's impact on retail growth, as well as culinary experiences and recent developments shaping the retail landscape.
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