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retail STRENGTHENs TAX BASE, community A key part of Oklahoma City’s bright future is community development. As the City’s forward momentum continues, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber is working with the City of Oklahoma City to recruit destination retail to the city and to develop and redevelop vital commercial districts. Diverse retail offerings are often looked at as a quality of life issue when companies and individuals are considering relocating, making Oklahoma City’s competitive edge important to the Chamber’s business recruitment efforts. Additionally, adding new retailers to the local market will ensure that the city’s tax base remains strong – a strong tax base helps maintain a strong economy. Oklahoma City currently accounts Continued on Page 11
The announcement of national retailers such as Whole Foods help Oklahoma City further grow its retail market.
OKLAHOMA CITY HOSTS NATION’S MAYORS After more than a year of planning, Oklahoma City is rolling out the red carpet for attendees of the 78th Annual Meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, June 11-15. This event is the organization’s largest event of the year and will be attended by more than 1,000 people, including mayors, their families, other city delegates, representatives from Washington, national media and Business Council members. As the host city, Oklahoma City will provide the perfect backdrop for attendees. By planning everything from ground transportation to evening events, daytime excursions to the perfect welcome, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber has been working tirelessly to ensure they have a memorable trip. “ We have an incredible opportunity to make a lasting impression on some of our nation’s most influential people,” said Roy H. Williams, Chamber President and CEO. “Our ever-growing list of accolades proves that throughout this difficult economic time, eyes have been turned to Oklahoma City. By hosting these decision-makers, we can show them the incredible things our city is doing to grow the economy and strengthen our community.” hile in Oklahoma City, attendees will see a variety of Oklahoma City attractions and venues including the National Cowboy & W Western Heritage Museum, Bricktown, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, State Fair Park, the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum, as well as others.
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Oklahoma City: Low on Cost, High on Value In March, Oklahoma City was recognized as having the lowest business costs among U.S. metros with a population of 1 million or greater. This impressive statistic joins a number of other accolades highlighting the benefits of living and working in Oklahoma City. Every month our list of accolades – which you can check out at www.okcchamber.com/accolades – continues to grow, proving that the hard work of the Chamber, City and business community is paying off in a big way. As a Chamber, our sights are set on creating a great future for this city – making today’s actions the building blocks for our future Roy H. Williams successes. With Oklahoma City’s star continuing to rise, our job President & CEO as a Chamber gets a little easier. In a difficult economy, having our city’s name in the headline is a huge advantage. I’m sure anyone on our Economic Development and Convention & Visitors Bureau teams would tell you that these accomplishments certainly give us a leg up on the competition. But no matter how long that list may get, our work as a Chamber is never done. In order for Oklahoma City to continue its momentum, we must continue to work diligently to maintain our successes and strive to strengthen and grow our economy. An important way the Chamber builds its resources to do the work that drives this city forward is our Total Resource Development Campaign (TRDC), which runs through the end of July. By offering value-added marketing opportunities to our members, we help grow connections and networks in the business community, while strengthening our membership. With more than 4,500 members, 80 percent of which are small businesses, the Chamber’s publications and events reach a broad audience. Get your company more exposure by sponsoring a Chamber event, build brand recognition by advertising in our publications or promote your products through our various events. Learn more about the campaign at www.okcchamber.com/TRDC. One of our more than 100 volunteers can help you find the best Chamber marketing opportunity for your business. See the online campaign volunteer list and contact a volunteer to discuss these great marketing opportunities today! Sincerely,
Roy H. Williams Chamber CEO & President
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2010 OFFICERS DAVID tHOMPSON OPUBCO Communications Group 2010 Chairman J. larry nichols Devon Energy Corporation Immediate Past Chairman Carl E. Edwards Price Edwards & Company Treasurer / Corporate Secretary CLAYton I. BENNETT Dorchester Capital Vice Chair, Strategic Planning peter B. delaney OGE Energy Corp. Vice Chair, Economic Development RHONDA HOOPER Jordan Associates Vice Chair, Convention and Visitors Bureau KIRK humphreys The Humphreys Company Vice Chair, Aerospace bradley w. krieger Arvest Bank Group Vice Chair, Government Relations David R. Lopez American Fidelity Foundation Vice Chair, Education and Workforce Development Mark Funke Bank of Oklahoma, N.A. Vice Chair, Biosciences Bryan Gonterman AT&T Oklahoma Vice Chair, Forward Oklahoma City Roger N. Mitchell Oklahoma Natural Gas Company Vice Chair, Marketing & Communications Bruce Lawrence INTEGRIS Health Inc. Vice Chair, Membership Tom J. McDaniel Oklahoma City University Vice Chair, Transportation Roy H. Williams Greater Oklahoma City Chamber President & CEO
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marketing a GROWING BIO INDUSTRY Nearly 70 delegates traveled to Chicago to represent Oklahoma’s growing bioscience industry at the BIO 2010 International Convention, May 3-6. Delegates included scientists, business leaders, educators and economic development professionals. Oklahoma’s bioscience industry employs more than 44,000 people across the state with an economic impact of $3.4 billion (according to a regional bioscience plan completed by Battelle Technology Partnership Practice).
The Oklahoma delegates included representatives from Oklahoma City, Stillwater, Ponca City, Edmond and Ardmore, as well as Tulsa and Norman. Attendees helped staff the 1,200-square-foot Oklahoma Bioscience Pavilion, complete with touch-screen monitors showcasing Oklahoma’s bioscience companies, and an area for small meetings. The delegates main duty was to answer questions from prospective targets that might be looking to do business in Oklahoma. They also had the opportunity to attend networking events and set meetings with targets interested in their specific endeavors.
“Oklahoma’s bioscience industry is growing by leaps and bounds,” said Roy H. All of the delegates worked together Williams, Chamber President to market the Oklahoma Bioscience and CEO. “We have more than The annual BIO International Convention gives Oklahoma City delegates Association, an organization formed a dozen new facilities under the opportunity to market the city’s growing bioscience industry. in 2008. Its mission is to promote the construction, and thanks to growth of the Oklahoma bioscience industry through partnerships our commitment to fostering entrepreneurship, we have between Oklahoma’s bioscience companies, research institutions, new companies developing every year. BIO is our chance to scientists, economic development organizations and the larger get these new developments in front of key players in the business communities. industry.”
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upcoming events MEMBER ORIENTATION: JUNE 8 New to the Chamber? Learn how to utilize your membership and get more involved at Member Orientation, Tuesday, June 8, from 4:30 to 6 p.m., at the Chamber offices, 123 Park Ave. Join other members and hear about key initiatives as well as the Chamber’s many programs, events and networking opportunities. To register, contact Cathy Cinotto at 297-8961 or ccinotto@okcchamber.com.
SUNSET RECEPTION: JUNE 15 Gather your co-workers and head on over to the Sunset Reception at Bravo! Cucina Italiana, 13810 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Tuesday, June 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. Enjoy complimentary food and drinks in this fun, white-tablecloth casual eatery while making new business connections. Admission is free and there is no need to RSVP.
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BREAKING THROUGH: JUNE 18
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The Myriad Botanical Gardens is undergoing an incredible transformation. Hear about the exciting changes at the next quarterly Breaking Through Luncheon on Friday, June 18, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Sheraton Oklahoma City Hotel. Speaker James D. Burnett, Founding Principal of The Office of James Burnett, will discuss the renovations and how they’ll play into Oklahoma City’s bright future. Burnett has a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from Louisiana State University. With over 25 years of professional experience, his practice includes the design of urban parks, corporate headquarters, educational campuses, and other complex urban projects. Cost for the event is $30 for Chamber members and $35 for non-members. Thanks to Series Signature Sponsor, Cox Business.
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Register securely online at www.okcchamber.com/events June 8 Member Orientation Time: 4:30 - 6 p.m. Location: Chamber offices, 123 Park Ave. Cost: Admission is free. To register, contact Cathy Cinotto at 297-8961. June 15 Sunset Reception Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Location: Bravo! Cucina Italiana, 13810 N. Pennsylvania Ave. Cost: No cost to attend. RSVP not required. June 18 Breaking Through Luncheon Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Sheraton Oklahoma City Hotel, One N. Broadway, Century Ballroom Cost: $30 for Chamber members, $35 for nonmembers. July 13 Sunset Reception Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Location: Cattlemen’s Special Event Center, 1325 S. Agnew Ave. Sponsored by Stockyards City Main Street, Inc. Cost: Admission is free. July 14 MegaLunch Time: 11 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. Location: Crowne Plaza Oklahoma City, 2945 N.W. Expressway Cost: $35 for members; Reservations must be made within 72 hours of event.
Register securely online for Chamber events at www.okcchamber.com/events or e-mail register@okcchamber.com with questions.
megalunch: july 14 MegaLunch is a fast-paced networking event, held exclusively for Chamber members. With an intensive format organized by a computerized rotation schedule, attendees have 90 seconds to pitch their organization at multiple tables in order to make many new connections. MegaLunch takes place Wednesday, July 14 from 11 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Oklahoma City, 2945 N.W. Expressway. Due to the unique format of this event, only one person from each member company may attend. Reservations must be made within 72 hours of the event. Special thanks to Host Sponsor, Crowne Plaza Oklahoma City, and Series Signature Event Sponsor, YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City.
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2010 TRDC CAMPAIGN IS A HIT
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As of May 20, these volunteers had already raised $636,481 of their $2.1 million goal. And eleven of the volunteers have already surpassed the $10,000 mark.
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opportunities to market themselves through the Chamber’s events and publications. These volunteers also work to recruit companies to join the Chamber. To date, 64 new companies have joined the Chamber! T RDC provides member companies with the opportunity to market their businesses to an elite group in Oklahoma City. By sponsoring Chamber events and advertising in Chamber publications, members are able to reach more than 4,500 member companies, in addition to opportunities to reach the public. V isit www.okcchamber.com/trdc to learn more about the campaign, or to find contact information for volunteers who can help assess which Chamber marketing strategies are the best fit for your business. TRDC would not be possible without the generous support of sponsors. Thank you to the companies listed below:
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Corporate Sponsors Bank of Oklahoma, N.A. First Fidelity Bank Flintco, Inc. Frankfurt-Short-Bruza Associates, P.C.
Supporting Sponsors Accord Human Resources, Inc. Ackerman McQueen, Inc. ARINC The Boeing Company Center For Economic Development Law Claimetrics Management, LLC The Classen Luxury Apartments Jackie Cooper BMW & MINI Deaconess Hospital Diagnostic Laboratory of Oklahoma First United Bank & Trust
Gardner Tanenbaum Group Liberty Business Park Mercy Health Center, Inc. The Montgomery Osborne Electric Company The Park Harvey Rees Associates, Inc. Scott Rice Sonic, America’s Drive-In United Mechanical, Inc. The University of Central Oklahoma
Gardner Tanenbaum Group Great Plains Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Hall, Estill, Hardwick, Gable, et al Manhattan Construction Company
Event Sponsors Cox Communications Crowe & Dunlevy The Beacon Club Dell USA, L.P. Equity Commercial Realty, LLC Gardner Tanenbaum Group The Greens Country Club Jones Public Relations, Inc. Jordan Associates Legacy Bank Oklahoma City Golf & Country Club The Petroleum Club of Oklahoma City, Inc. Remington Park, Racing * Casino Rococo Restaurant & Fine Wine Science Museum Oklahoma Sheraton Midwest City Hotel at The Reed Conference Center The Skirvin Hilton TAParchitecture
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More than 100 volunteers kicked off the 2010 Total Resource Development Campaign (TRDC) on Thursday, May 13 at the Petroleum Club of Oklahoma City. The theme of this year’s campaign is “Top Chamber Hits.”
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ELECTION YEAR BRINGS OPPORTUNITIES FOR PAC Earlier this year, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber launched the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Political Action Committee (Greater OKC Chamber PAC). The PAC gives the business community the power to help elect policy makers who share similar views and who will work to create an environment that will foster continued growth and development of the Greater Oklahoma City region. ith 2010 being an election year, the PAC will have its first W opportunity to play a more substantial role in electing pro-business officials to state office. The PAC will use the money it has raised to support candidates who favor a strong business climate conducive to job creation and growth, a strong school system and a progressive future for the city and region. “ If our region is to remain competitive, we must be proactive in creating a business-friendly climate that encourages economic growth and allows us to expand our current industries and bring in new businesses,” said Mark VanLandingham, Vice President of Government Relations and Policy for the Chamber. “Through the PAC, we will support the election of candidates who will help our region and state move forward through job creation and growth.” OKC Chamber OKC PArtners ad:Layout 4
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has traditionally worked for them,” said Oshel. “We tend not to behave like typical retail consumers in buying patterns and trade areas, so we have to get in front of them and ask them to look at us differently.” The incredible success of the Oklahoma City Thunder is beneficial to the City as it works to grow its retail market. And announcements from national retailers such as Whole Foods will continue to benefit the city.
“In today’s economy, it is evident that a strong tax base is necessary to support a city’s economy,” said Roy H. Williams, Chamber President and CEO. “The city has seen incredible success in its recent past and we will continue to work to continue that success. Bringing new retailers to our market is key to our future growth.” It is the Chamber’s job to ensure that national retailers know that Oklahoma City is a major retail market capable of supporting large retailers. “ Many national retailers assume that our population is far lower than it actually is, and that our city’s disposable income is nominal,” said Alison Oshel, Director of Community Redevelopment for the Chamber. “When we can demonstrate that we are a large market with good disposable income and have other very positive demographic trends, our success is much greater. For example, our first meeting with Whole Foods was several years ago and focused on providing them with overall Oklahoma City data. That was followed by a site visit to Oklahoma City. When they realized the grocery market potential here, they started working with a local broker who used the Chamber’s marketing and research data to aid them in their site selection process. Without that first market overview, they easily could have missed Oklahoma City in their expansion plans.” A nother key challenge is the city’s vast geographical size. Retailers are accustomed to looking at more densely populated cities. In these cities, a 20-minute drive is further than most residents would go to shop. That is not the case in Oklahoma City. “It’s about getting (retailers) out of that conventional thinking, and asking them to abandon a research model that
The annual International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) annual Global Real Estate Convention gives the Chamber the opportunity to showcase Oklahoma City to potential retailers. Last month, the Chamber took delegates to Las Vegas for the annual ICSC convention. More than 30,000 retailers, franchises, property management groups, lenders, developers and communities from around the globe attended the four-day convention to network, make deals and learn about issues affecting the retail and real estate industry. “A key part of recruiting new retailers is relationship building and marketing our product. That is what conferences like ICSC are all about,” said Williams. “Conferences like this let us get in front of retailers who tell us ‘not yet.’ More often than not, if we can get the decision makers to Oklahoma City, we can change whatever preconceived notions they might have had.”
ACCOLADES MAKE OKC APPEALING “6th Most Appealing City for Workers Age 20-30.” – Bizjournals, March 2010 “America’s heartland is heating up its development and leasing activities. At the center of the action is Oklahoma City.” – Chain Store Age, September 2009 “Oklahoma City shoppers annually spend 21 percent more per person on apparel, shoes and accessories than the national average and have a propensity to drive further than the average customer.” – August Partners Presentation of Oklahoma City Consumer study, April 2010
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for 40 percent of the state’s total sales tax revenue.
“Retailers know that companies such as Whole Foods do not make location decisions lightly,” said Oshel. “They researched our city and our retail market and found us to be viable. That is why they are coming to Oklahoma City. That announcement does not go unnoticed by other large retailers.”
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Convention & Visitors Bureau Spotlight: from Costume Design to Contemporary Western Art – there’s Something for Everyone! Check out the special festivals and exhibits in Oklahoma City this summer Sketch to Screen: The Art of Hollywood Costume Design Prix de West Now - August 15 • Oklahoma City Museum of Art June 11-13 • Art on exhibit through September 6 www.okcmoa.com www.nationalcowboymuseum.org
10th Annual deadCenter Film Festival June 9-13 • Downtown Oklahoma City – seven different screening locations • www.deadcenterfilm.org Designed to inspire growth in the local film industry and energize visiting film professionals, the deadCENTER Film Festival continues to encourage the film arts through screenings, discussions, competition, special events, panels and focused programming. Attracting filmmakers from across the globe, deadCENTER screens more than 100 independent films over five days in June in seven downtown Oklahoma City locations. Beyond screening films, deadCENTER Film Festival hosts a professional panel series and a screenwriting competition for the avid film fanatic. With a projected audience of 10,000 attendees, deadCENTER’s 10th year is set to be its biggest one yet.
The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum hosts its prestigious invitational art exhibit of more than 300 Western paintings and sculpture by the finest contemporary Western artists in the nation. The exhibiting artists bring a diversity of styles to this prestigious art exhibition. Works range from historical pieces that reflect the early days of the West, to more contemporary and impressionist works of art. Landscapes, wildlife and illustrative scenes are always highlighted in the exhibition. Reservations are required for opening activities. This annual exhibition kicks off with two days of seminars on art-related topics and art demonstrations. The weekend culminates with a fixed-price sale of all the exhibition pieces. Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival June 18-20 • Cox Convention Center www.redearth.org More than 1,200 American Indian artists and dancers from North America will gather to celebrate the richness and diversity of their heritage at the 24th Annual Red Earth Native American Cultural Festival in downtown Oklahoma City. Red Earth, the largest Native American event of its type, has matured into one of the most respected visual and performing arts events of its type – setting the standard for many of today’s Indian art shows held throughout the nation. The dance competition at Red Earth is one of the rare occasions when dancers from America’s Northern and Southern tribes can be seen together in one venue. A grand parade, unlike any other parade in the world, opens the Red Earth Festival on Friday morning. The streets of downtown Oklahoma City will vibrate in Native American tribal spirit as representatives of more than 100 tribes, in full tribal regalia, make the Red Earth Parade one of America’s most unique. Other events taking place throughout the weekend include a pow-wow, 5K run and 2K run/ walk and children’s activities.
Learn more about the CVB and upcoming events in Oklahoma City at www.visitokc.com.
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This original exhibition explores the vital artistic contribution of costume design throughout the history of the American motion picture industry. Sketch to Screen: The Art of Hollywood Costume Design consists of more than 85 original garments and accessories worn in films by some of Hollywood’s brightest stars, including Greta Garbo, Marlene Dietrich, Audrey Hepburn, Bette Davis, Charlton Heston and John Wayne. Film costumes worn by contemporary stars are also represented in the exhibit. The exhibition will be accompanied by a 14-week Sketch to Screen Film Series that celebrates many of the greatest examples of costume design in motion pictures – including such films as Gone with the Wind, Funny Face, Dick Tracy, Atonement, Public Enemies and Mamma Mia!. Film screenings will take place in the Museum’s 250-seat Noble Theater on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. through the duration of the exhibit.
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CHAMBER WELCOMES NEW EMPLOYEES The Chamber and Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB), a division of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, have added four employees to their staff. Nick Gray is the newest addition to the Chamber’s Economic Development team as Economic Development Research Assistant. In this position, he works with the Research Manager to research demographic and workforce information and manage online data content, along with assisting with special economic development projects. Gray, a native of Edmond, Okla., is a graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelors in Business Communications. He previously worked as an intern with the Edmond Economic Development Authority.
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Jennifer Fitchman and Ashley Young joined the CVB in May as Convention Servicing Managers. In this role, they are responsible for all aspects of convention and conference planning after a convention is secured in Oklahoma City. They will serve as local support for convention planners and streamline the planning process by working as the liaison for hotel properties, the convention center, vendors and registrars. They will also fulfill requests for materials such as visitors guides, maps and various attraction brochures.
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The Chamber has welcomed four new staff members in 2010.
Fitchman, a recent graduate from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelors in Business Management, previously worked as an intern for the CVB. Young, a native of Durant, Okla., is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma and has worked with ASE Productions, Inc., Oklahoma State Fair and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Susan Keller joined the Chamber as Executive Assistant for the CVB and the Convention & Visitors Bureau Commission. She will assist both the CVB and the CVB Commission in compiling reports, coordinating meetings, and performing administrative support. She will also be a first point of contact for many visitors contacting the CVB to find out more about Oklahoma City. A native of Parsons, Kan., Keller resides in Edmond, Okla.
Special Thanks to the USCM Sponsors Horizon Sponsorship:
Big Sky Sponsorship:
Sunrise Sponsorship: IPS Group Inc OGE Energy Corporation
Redbud Sponsorship: Comcast Advanced Academics, Inc. Blue Cross Blue Shield Flintco Frankfurt-Short-Bruza Associates, P.C. General Motors ISCS
Inasmuch Foundation MWH Americas, Inc. Murray, Montgomery and O’Donnell Quad/Graphics Renaissance Hotel Sonic, America’s Drive-In Van Scoyoc Companies
Skyline Sponsorship: Bank of America INTEGRIS Health, Inc. JP Morgan Chase & Co. Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores Walgreen Co.
Rose Rock Sponsorship: Funk Companies, Hargreaves Associates,
Lou C. Kerr / The Kerr Foundation, Inc., Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP, Oklahoma Redhawks, Prodigal, Verizon Wireless , Walgreen Co.
Rising Stars: Coca-Cola North America, Jones Public Relations, Inc., MTM Recognition, SMG, Tyler Media
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High Noon Sponsorship:
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! Access To Counseling Services, P.L.L.C.
Character Inn Conference Center
Heartland of America Museum
Board of Advisors.........................Bronze
Christmas Express, Inc.
The Hicks Group
Lead Investor...............................Bronze
Jo-Bar Enterprises
COUNSELING SERVICES Ms. Tammy Vaughn................................ 563-0498 6701 N. Broadway Ext., Suite 210 Oklahoma City, OK 73117-8213 www.access2counseling.com
ASTEC, Inc. (ASTEC Charter Schools) SCHOOLS - TECHNOLOGY Freda Deskin, PhD..................................947-6272 2401 N.W. 23rd St., Suite 3 Oklahoma City, OK 73107-2431 www.astec-inc.org
AllShore Global Resources
COMPUTER SOFTWARE DEVELOPERS Mr. Bryan Rudd...................................... 253-5510 2429 Westport Dr. Norman, OK 73069-6337 www.allshoreresources.com
Larry Austin, Agent/Broker
INSURANCE Mr. Larry Austin..................................... 227-5795 9400 N. Broadway Ext., Suite 410 P.O. Box 14888 Oklahoma City, OK 73113-0888
Bank of Oklahoma
BANKS Ms. Jean Archer..................................... 272-2066 11120 N. Rockwell Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73162-2723 www.bok.com
Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School
SCHOOLS - PRIVATE Mr. David L. Morton............................... 842-6638 801 N.W. 50th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73118-6001 www.bmchs.org
MJ Webb, Inc. dba CK and Company
CLOTHING Ms. Jane Webb....................................... 843-7636 6419 Avondale Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73116-6403 www.ckandcompany.com
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CONTRACTORS - GENERAL Mr. Kevin Dunn...................................... 607-0588 4900 Richmond Square, Suite 105 P.O. Box 6683 Edmond, OK 73083-6683 www.capstoneok.com
Carter Goble Lee
PROGRAM / PROJECT MANAGEMENT Mr. Jim Pagett...............................(803) 765-2833 1619 Sumter St. Columbia, SC 29201 www.cartergoblelee.com
MEETING / BANQUET FACILITIES Mr. Joshua Jantz.................................... 526-0001 520 W. Main St. Oklahoma City, OK 73102-2220 www.conferenceokc.com CHRISTMAS LIGHTS & DECORATIONS Ms. Billie Carron.................................... 732-4531 P.O. Box 30933 Oklahoma City, OK 73140-3933
MUSEUMS Mr. Jim Lovell................................(580) 774-2212 1600 S. Frontage Rd. Weatherford, OK 73096-6119 www.oklahomaheartlandmuseum.com ACCOUNTANTS AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES Mr. Robert Hicks.................................... 821-0435 5617 N.W. 133rd Terrace Oklahoma City, OK 73142-4449
Coker’s Auto Repair AUTOMOBILE REPAIRING & SERVICE Ms. Amberly Hyde....................................632-9787 2537 S.W. 29th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73119-1801
REAL ESTATE - RENTAL PROPERTIES Mr. Joel B. Campbell.............................. 642-7429 5706 N.W. 50th St. P.O. Box 22454 Warr Acres, OK 73123-1454
Dezign Partnerships, Inc.
KOSU Radio
ARCHITECTS Mr. Timothy Zajac.................................. 840-5178 4226 N.W. 33rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112-3114 www.dzpinc.com
RADIO STATIONS & BROADCASTING COMPANIES Ms. Jenny Mae Harms........................... 744-6352 303 Paul Miller Bldg. Stillwater, OK 74078-4054 www.kosu.org
DirectSeed Distribution, L.L.C.
Loretta’s Home Health Care, Inc.
The Donalson Company / Berryhill Associates
Mid-America Christian University (North Campus)
JANITORIAL SUPPLIES - WHOLESALE & RETAIL Mr. Joe Garcia........................................ 243-3300 2720 S.W. 139th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73170-5784 www.directseedllc.com INSURANCE ADJUSTERS Mr. Randy Donalson............................... 721-6195 7004 N.W. 63rd St., Suite 201 P.O. Box 32126 Oklahoma City, OK 73123-0326 www.berryhillclaims.com
Mark E. Duvall, P.L.L.C.
ATTORNEYS / LAWYERS Mr. Mark Duvall..................................... 235-8593 211 N. Robinson Ave., Suite 900 Oklahoma City, OK 73102-7193
Eyes, Ltd.
OPTOMETRISTS (O.D.) Dr. Scott Cowell..................................... 848-3937 6508 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116-7324
42nd Street Candy Co.
CANDY Ms. Teresa Wall..................................... 521-8337 4200 N. Western Ave., Suite A Oklahoma City, OK 73118-5400
Glenn Harris & Associates, Inc.
INSURANCE AGENTS, BROKERS AND SERVICE Mr. Glenn Harris..................................... 842-5385 13800 Quail Pointe Dr. P.O. Box 14790 Oklahoma City, OK 73113-0790 www.ghainsurance.com
HOME HEALTH SERVICES / CONSULTANTS Ms. Loretta Thomas............................... 948-2770 500 N. Meridian Ave., Suite 107 Oklahoma City, OK 73107-5706
SCHOOLS - UNIVERSITIES & COLLEGES Mr. David Curran................................... 692-3159 11600 Broadway Ext. Oklahoma City, OK 73114-6600 www.macu.edu Lead Investor...............................Bronze
Oklahoma City Grand Prix SPORTS PROMOTORS & MANAGERS Mr. Mike McAuliffe.................................232-7223 100 Park Ave., Suite 700 Oklahoma City, OK 73102-8008 www.grandprixokc.com
OklahomaCityNightOut.com
AMUSEMENT / ENTERTAINMENT / ATTRACTIONS Mr. Bruce Jones............................(918) 851-1335 P.O. Box 701613 Tulsa, OK 74170-1613 www.oklahomacitynightout.com
Oklahoma City Roller Derby, L.L.C.
SPORTS TEAMS Ms. Rose Pearson.................................. 204-8940 P.O. Box 18711 Oklahoma City, OK 73154-0711 www.okcrd.com
Recognizing members who take a special leadership role in financing the Chamber’s operations at significantly higher levels. Each Lead Investor is highlighted with a BLUE BOX and identified as a Platinum, Gold, Silver or Bronze Lead Investor. Board of Advisor members are identified as well.
REAL ESTATE Mr. Keith Upshaw.................................. 204-9734 6512 N.W. 134th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73142-5907 www.oklahomadreamhomes.com
Stewardship Solutions
FINANCIAL SERVICES Mr. Scott Dean....................................... 243-5525 1224 N. Shartel Ave. P.O. Box 890794 Oklahoma City, OK 73189-0794
VIP Insurance Agency, L.L.C.
Orchid Paradise Florist
Susan G. Komen For the Cure Central Oklahoma Affiliate
Westminster Family Drug
NON PROFIT - SERVICE AGENCIES Ms. Lorna Palmer.................................. 526-2873 1900 N.W. Expressway, Suite R325 Oklahoma City, OK 73118-1850 www.komencentralok.org
PHARMACIES Mr. John Blomgren................................. 769-8585 10911 N.E. 23 St. P.O. Box 489 Nicoma Park, OK 73066-0489 www.westminsterfamilydrug.com
Tech-Lock, Inc.
Lead Investor...............................Bronze
FLORISTS Ms. Natalie Lau..................................... 848-0400 5801 N. May Ave., Suite 101 Oklahoma City, OK 73112-3947 www.orchidparadiseflorist.com
Portman and Associates
ATTORNEYS / LAWYERS Mr. Leo J. Portman................................. 842-0087 5627 N. Classen Blvd., Suite 100 P.O. Box 18637 Oklahoma City, OK 73154-0637
Pragmatic Consultants, L.L.C.
LOCKSMITHS Mr. David Eaton..................................... 525-6800 1701 N. Broadway Ave. P. O. Box 21563 Oklahoma City, OK 73156-1563
INTERNET - WEB HOSTING & WEB DESIGN Mr. Matthew Reily.................................. 605-5473 5400 N. Grand Blvd., Suite 250 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 www.pragmaticconsultants.com
Torbeck Dental Clinic, Inc.
Rose Creek Property Owners Association, Inc.
Board of Advisors.........................Bronze
ASSOCIATIONS / MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATIONS Ms. Carrie Shockley............................... 330-2200 13919-B N. May Ave. PMB 195 Oklahoma City, OK 73134-5004
Roxie’s
BEAUTY SALONS / BARBER SHOPS / SPAS Ms. Roxie Presley................................... 348-9902 2512 Julies Trail Edmond, OK 73012-4408
Saxum Public Relations / Tulsa Office
COMMUNICATION CONSULTANTS Mr. Christopher E. Payne, APR......(918) 858-4680 200 E. Brady St. Tulsa, OK 74103 www.saxumpr.com
The Shack Seafood and Oyster Bar
RESTAURANTS Mr. Brent Hickman................................. 608-4333 303 N.W. 62nd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73118-7423 Board of Advisors.........................Bronze
ShapardResearch, L.L.C. MARKET RESEARCH & ANALYSIS Mr. Bill Shapard......................................607-4664 820 N.E. 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73105-6441 www.shapard.com
Spherion Staffing Group
EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES Mr. Dave Schell...................................... 602-8000 2128 S. Meridian Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73108-1724 www.spherion.com
INSURANCE Ms. Kathy Kamler.................................. 340-3502 30 E. Campbell St. Edmond, OK 73034-3712 www.insurevips.com
Xerox Corporation BUSINESS MACHINES Ms. Pam Lowery......................................749-7319 14000 Quail Springs Parkway, Suite 1100 Oklahoma City, OK 73134-2630 www.xerox.com
DENTAL CLINICS Dr. Charles Torbeck................................ 946-7711 3600 N.W. 50th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73112-5642
TriCorps Security SECURITY SYSTEMS / SECURITY GUARDS Mr. David Ross........................................621-9006 6106 N.W. 63rd St. P.O. Box 32316 Oklahoma City, OK 73123-0516 www.tricorpssecurity.com
Tu-Sha, L.L.C.
RETAIL Ms. Tosha Richey................................... 721-3232 11122 N. Rockwell Ave., A4 Oklahoma City, OK 73162-2760
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Abbott Skin Cancer Treatment Center 2644 N.W. 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Howard Brothers Florist 8700 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73189
MidwestMedia & Marketing, Inc. 1614 Gatewood Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73106
Sage / Sage Lounge 217 N. Central Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Science Museum Oklahoma / Pavlov’s CafÊ 2100 N.E. 52nd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73111-7198
The Shack Seafood and Oyster Bar 303 N.W. 62nd Street Oklahoma City, OK 73118
Staybridge Suites - Quail Springs 2740 N.W. 138th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73134
VIP Insurance Agency 30 E. Campbell St. Edmond, OK 73034
Economic Indicators ECONOMIC INDICATORS
How Are We Doing OKC? Where our jobs jobsconcentrated concentratedcompared compared to the nation our peers? Where are are our to the nation andand our peers?
Using a Location Quotient (LQ) Index, weseecan how concentrated to nation. other cities Using a Location Quotient (LQ) Index, we can howsee concentrated our industriesour are industries compared toare othercompared cities and the A score andhigher the nation. A score higher than 1.0 means the city has an above average number of jobs in that than 1.0 means the city has an above average number of jobs in that industry. Conversely, below 1.0 means the cityindustry. has a lower Conversely, below 1.0 means the city has a lower proportion of jobs in that sector. The index reveals what makes proportion of jobs in that sector. The index reveals what makes our region unique. our region unique. Select City Comparison – Job Concentration By Industry (LQ)
Industry
Oklahoma San Kansas City Antonio Albuquerque City Nashville Omaha
Mining
6.80
1.29
0.17
0.41
0.11
0.12
Utilities
1.25
0.30
0.53
1.10
0.36
0.91
Government
1.24
1.18
1.27
0.94
0.74
0.90
Admin and waste services
1.12
1.15
1.18
1.07
1.13
0.97
Construction
1.07
1.38
1.17
0.94
1.11
1.10
Professional and tech services
0.85
0.85
1.35
1.11
0.98
0.92
Management of companies
0.72
0.80
0.61
1.12
1.03
1.80
Transportation and warehousing
0.71
0.77
0.77
1.19
1.08
1.60
Manufacturing
0.68
0.55
0.60
0.86
0.94
0.81
Educational services
0.64
0.80
0.76
0.77
1.06
0.96
What Industries Have What Industries The Highest Job HaveConcentrations? The Highest Job For a city its size, OKC has Concentrations? a higher proportion of Mining, Utility, and has Govt. For a city its size, OKC a jobs. higher proportion of Mining,
Utility, and Govt. jobs.
How Can This Help My Business? How Can This Help My If you are in B2B Sales, Business? this could help you target other markets.
If you are in B2B Sales, this could help you target other markets.
For comprehensive Economic Indicator and Regional Data, please visit your Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Economic Development Division www.greateroklahomacity.com/economicindicators or contact Eric Long, Research Manager – (405)297-8976; elong@okcchamber.com
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