Tulsa Regional Chamber: Who we are

Mike Neal, President & CEO

At first glance, it may be difficult to get a good grasp of “who” the Tulsa Regional Chamber is. Many assume we’re a government entity (we’re a not-for-profit). Many assume we only care about dollars and cents. Upon further investigation, it quickly becomes clear the Tulsa Regional Chamber is not your father’s Chamber of Commerce. We’re [...]

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Tulsa’s Future: Boosting the economy through regional partnerships

Mike Neal, President & CEO

Our region has established itself as a national leader in economic development. In 2012, northeast Oklahoma was recognized by The Brookings Institution as a top metro economy, globally. In addition, multiple publications named the Tulsa region as a leader for job creation and quality of life attributes. Communities across our region have united in a [...]

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Check out these benefits perfect for your small business

Justin McLaughlin, SVP of Economic Development

Did you know small businesses make up roughly 85% of our membership? It’s a big audience for us. So, we’ve made sure our small business members have plenty of opportunities to grow through their membership with the Chamber. For example, the Chamber organizes the Small Business Council, provides Small Business Forums, runs SourceLink and Mosaic, [...]

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How is the Chamber like a gym?

Ruth Littlefield, VP of Membership & Resource Development

Here’s the simple answer. You get out of it what you put into it. Members ask me all the time how they can get a return on their investment, and my answer is that it depends on your goal. Do you join to get sales leads? Do you join as an investment in your community? Do you join to make new business contacts or learn more about legislation that affects small businesses? By joining the Tulsa Regional Chamber, you join a group of almost 3,100 reputable members – the best and brightest companies in our region – who are investing in their businesses and the region’s communities. View the full post...

Breeder’s Invitational will crown new champion this weekend

May 23, 2013

Last week, VisitTulsa welcomed the ever-popular Breeder’s Invitational back to Tulsa. The show is now wrapping up its 15-day run, May 11-25 at Expo Square. More than 1,100 horse and rider teams are competing. This weekend, Friday and Saturday May 24-25, the grand finale will take place, featuring the top competitors in the final rounds [...]

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Community supercomputer dedicated in downtown Tulsa


Officials participated in a dedication ceremony May 23 for the community supercomputer, which is housed at One Technology Center in downtown Tulsa. The Tandy Supercomputing Center contains the largest community supercomputer in the United States. Officials say the center will give our region capabilities that will serve as a catalyst for business, academia, research and [...]

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Tulsa Sports Commission opens registration, announces celebrity runners for 36th annual Tulsa Run

May 22, 2013

The Tulsa Sports Commission has announced that registration is open for the 36th annual Tulsa Run, the oldest run in Oklahoma, taking place on October 26. Runners can register now at TulsaRun.com. Early bird registration will take place through June 1 at a discounted rate of $35 for the 15k and $25 for the 5k.  [...]

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Resource Campaign a great marketing opportunity


Whatever your marketing goals or budget, the Tulsa Regional Chamber has a sponsorship opportunity for you in its 2013 Resource Campaign. Our complete guide of more than 150 products will help your company gain brand awareness and publicity among the region’s community and business leaders. Your recognition as a Chamber sponsor will show your commitment [...]

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Businesses can help disaster recovery efforts

May 21, 2013

Many Chamber members have organized relief efforts to assist the countless Oklahomans impacted by the recent severe weather. Please feel free to share the information below with your employees on how they too can assist our friends in Shawnee and Moore. 1. Make a monetary donation to the Red Cross disaster relief fund by clicking [...]

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  • Congratulations to Shagah Zakerion, Tulsa's Young Professionals program manager, for being named one of The Journal Record's Achievers Under 40.

  • Congrats to Cascata Luxury Apartments on their ribbon cutting today!

  • Many Chamber members are organizing relief efforts to assist those impacted by recent tornadoes across the state. Here's some info on ways to get involved and show your support. A huge thanks to all who are stepping up in this time of need.


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  • The Chamber released a statement today regarding proposed legislation to fund OKPOP saying, "While we will continue our efforts to see this project to fruition, we have decided today to suspend any further advancement on the matter in the Legislature due to the unfolding tragedy facing our friends and neighbors in the Moore and Shawnee communities." In turn, the plans to hold a rally in OKC tomorrow in support of SB 1133 are cancelled. Our thoughts remain on assisting our fellow Oklahomans as the state recovers from these tragic events.


    State backs off plans for Tulsa popular culture museum
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    OKLAHOMA CITY – Backers of a proposed popular culture museum for downtown Tulsa have given up on their plans for the year, saying it would be inappropriate to proceed ...
  • We've noticed some of our incredible members are organizing donations and relief efforts for those impacted by the severe weather recently. Please feel free to share that information with us here.
  • Just a little while until we hear The Biggest Loser Danny Cahill's amazing story at the FIT Series event at 5:30 at Fitness Together downtown. So excited!

  • We are so lucky to have Shagah managing TYPros! Thanks for all that you do, and congratulations on being the youngest Achiever Under 40! #AU40


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    Congratulations to Shagah Zakerion, Tulsa's Young Professionals program manager, for being named one of The Journal Record's Achievers Under 40.
  • Don't miss tomorrow's FIT Series: Lose Your Quit! event with The Biggest Loser Danny Cahill! Get inspired and motivated to make a change plus get free training at Fitness Together. See you there!


  • Dwelling Spaces is opening up as a donation center for goods. Please see what they are accepting below and consider giving.

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    Dwelling Spaces
    Dwelling Spaces will be acting as a donation center for tornado relief efforts. If you have items such as bottled water, gatorade, baby supplies (diapers, wipes, formula, etc.), work gloves, etc that you want to donate we will be here accepting donations til 7pm and again tomorrow. If you wish to donate money you can text FOOD to 32333 to give $10 to aid in relief efforts or you can write a check to Oklahoma Recovery - Red Cross.
  • Thanks to Tulsa World for this great rundown of local ways to help tornado victims. Check out this link for details!


    How to help tornado victims
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    RED CROSS The Oklahoma Red Cross is asking people to donate by texting Red Cross to 90999 which will be a $10 donation, spokesman Ken Garcia said. Garcia said the donations ...