November 2010 www.okcchamber.com chamber helps recruit grocery wholesaler In total, the company is investing $24 million in the region – including upgrades and expansions. They plan to have the facility fully operational in 2012. Another victory for the Chamber’s “Nash Finch will service more than Economic Development team came 40 commissaries in 10 states from in October when MDV Nash Finch, the City facilities ranging a national grocery wholesaler that from to North Dakota,” said Ed supplies Tinker Air Force Base Brunot, chief operating officer of MDV, and other military installations, formerly known as Military Distributors purchased two warehouses totally of Virginia. over 500,000 square feet in and announced their plan to open The Chamber worked on this project in a distribution center at the locations. They cooperation with the Oklahoma Department plan additional expansions. The facilities will of Commerce and Price Edwards & Company. employ about 200 people. OKLAHOMANS SAY NO TO STATE QUESTION 744 After months of difficult campaigning with nearly $2 million raised, the One Oklahoma Coalition celebrated victory as State Question 744 was defeated in all 2,229 precincts with 81.4 percent against the measure. The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber joined more than 100 other organizations in opposing SQ 744 through the One Oklahoma Coalition. “It was vital that we defeat State Question 744 in order to ensure that our state and its hundreds of agencies can continue to function properly,” said Roy H. Williams, Chamber president and CEO. “Now that we’ve had this victory, it’s time for us to work together to enact meaningful reforms in our state’s education system.” The Chamber is a long-standing advocate for education funding and reform in the region as well as the state, and will continue to pursue reform opportunities in the coming legislative session. “Both sides of the issue care deeply about our state and the quality of our education and Governor thanks One Oklahoma the future of our young people,” said Governor Brad Henry, honorary chairman of the One Coalition supporters at the No SQ 744 Oklahoma Coalition. “We owe it to them to put aside our differences and come together, not as watch party. Democrats and Republicans, but as Oklahomans who care about the future of our state.” A leader in Customer Satisfaction

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ontents15 16 3 c CHAMBER OFFERS RESOURCES TO RECRUIT TALENT When it comes to recruiting new talent to Greater Oklahoma City, employment, climate, area the Chamber is your go-to source for high quality and informative attractions, Oklahoma City materials. accolades and more. “With our new Relocation Guides hot off the presses and The Chamber also hosts an a relocation site geared toward bringing executive talent to arsenal of videos about Greater Greater Oklahoma City, the Chamber is able to market our city Oklahoma City on their YouTube to companies and individuals looking to move here,” said Roy H. channel, www.youtube.com/ Williams, Chamber president & CEO. “We are always willing to visitOklahomaCity. These help companies get the necessary materials and information to videos highlight what individuals or groups looking to make Oklahoma City their home.” Oklahoma City has to offer The new Relocation Guide includes information on a variety of potential residents and topics important to those looking to move to a new city, including: visitors and includes education, top industries, transportation, local culture and testimonials about the housing. surprises you’ll find here. The most recent development in the Chamber’s arsenal of For more information on the Chamber’s relocation materials is the website ABetterLifeOKC.com. This relocation services, contact Aimee Schones, business recruitment site has been instrumental in helping companies relocating to coordinator, at [email protected]. Greater Oklahoma City provide their employees with information I N OU T to help them make an informed decision about their individual relocations. The site features information on housing, schools,

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4 Convention & Visitors Bureau Spotlight: Join the Hometown Hero Program CVB strives to increase the Oklahoma City buzz through local initiative Do you belong to a national association or organization that could hold a meeting in Oklahoma City? Do you want to increase the awareness of Oklahoma City as a convention destination? The Oklahoma City Convention & Visitors Bureau’s (CVB) Convention Sales Team is looking for Hometown Heroes – a community program designed to enhance meeting and convention bookings for Oklahoma City with the help of local residents. “We want to encourage our residents to show their pride in Oklahoma City by joining us in this initiative,” said Elizabeth Richardson, director of convention sales and services. “Hosting I N OU T your association’s meeting in your hometown will provide FOR YOUR NEXT CONVENTION OR MEETING, LOOK TO THE CITY THAT publicity for Oklahoma City within your professional field, and IS THE NBA’S NEXT JEWEL IN THE CROWN. WHERE A STREAMLINED will also boost our local economy.” AIRPORT AND LACK OF TRAFFIC MEAN YOU’RE IN FAST. AND WITH THE BEST RESTAURANTS AND NIGHTLIFE JUST A FEW MINUTES’ The Hometown Hero program launched in May 2010 during WALK FROM YOUR HOTEL, YOU’RE OUT EVEN FASTER. the inaugural National Tourism Week Luncheon where the CVB IT’S OUR MEET & GREET, OUR NICE & EASY. honored nine industry partners for playing an active role in bringing a national conference or sporting event to Oklahoma City. By reaching out to members of the Oklahoma City community, the CVB hopes to encourage regional, national and international associations and organizations to hold their conventions, conferences and meetings here. “It is ingrained in our Convention Sales Managers to spread the word to all of the associations they are a part of, but now we want to get the entire community involved,” said Richardson. “Simply mentioning Oklahoma City to your group creates awareness of our product.” To submit your association’s information, visit www.visitokc.com/hometownhero. A member of the CVB Convention Sales Team will contact you regarding specifics, when the group usually meets and other follow up questions. From there, the CVB will assist with contacting the association, finding hotel rooms, securing meeting space and anything else that needs to be done. For more information on the Hometown Hero program, contact Elizabeth Richardson at 405.297.8952 or visitokc.COM [email protected]. November 2010 - G reater Oklahoma C ity hamber The P oint!

5 Learn more about the CVB and upcoming events in Oklahoma City at www.visitokc.com. : CALENDAR upcoming events OF EVENTS Register securely online at www.okcchamber.com/events ANNUAL MEETING dinner: DEC. 13 DECEMBER 7 SUNSET RECEPTION Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Location: Bolero Spanish Grill & Tapas Bar, 200 S. Oklahoma Ave., Suite 200 Cost: Admission is free. No need to RSVP. DECEMBER 13 ANNUAL MEETING DINNER Time: 6 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Cox Convention Center, One Myriad Gardens Cost: $75 for members, $100 for non-members DECEMBER 15 DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR 2011 EXPERIENCE CHINA TRIP Return Registration Form & full payment for trip to the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, Attn: Meredith Manley JANUARY 11 Bring your employees and clients to the Chamber’s Annual Meeting, Monday, SUNSET RECEPTION Dec. 13 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Cox Convention Center, as we celebrate Time: 4 - 6 p.m. Oklahoma City and the work of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber. Local leaders Location: Fairfield Inn & Suites, 4521 SW 15th from all walks of life will be informed and motivated about our great city as we Cost: Admission is free. No need to RSVP. look forward to 2011. JANUARY 13 STATE OF THE CITY This event will include recognizing 2009-2010 Chamber Chair, David Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Thompson with OPUBCO Communications Group and installing out incoming Location:Cox Convention Center, One Myriad Gardens Chamber Chair, Carl Edwards with Price Edwards & Company. Cost: $50 for members, $75 for non-members Corporate tables seating 10 are available for $1,000. Individual seats for Chamber members are $75 and $100 for non-members. Special thanks to Signature Event Sponsor, The Chickasaw Nation. SUNSET RECEPTION: Register DEC. 7 securely online for Chamber events at Experience one of Bricktown’s hot spots at a Sunset Reception, www.okcchamber.com/events Tuesday, Dec. 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. or e-mail Bolero Spanish Grill & Tapas Bar [email protected] is opening their doors so Chamber with questions. members and the public can enjoy some early evening networking. November 2010 - G reater Oklahoma C ity hamber The P oint!

6 GOVERNOR ANOATUBBY HONORED AT IEDC CONFERENCE Chickasaw nation.” The Chamber nominated Governor Anoatubby for this award, given for outstanding dedication to economic development in the public sector. “The Leadership Award for Public Service honors an elected official who has served as an indefatigable champion for economic development for at least 10 years in the public sector, and Gov. Anoatubby – much to the benefit of the communities he has served – is the very embodiment of just such a person,” said William Best, IEDC chair. Chamber President and CEO Roy H. Williams was on-hand to present Governor Anoatubby with his award. The International Economic Development Council recently honored Governor Anoatubby was first elected Governor of the Governor Bill Anoatubby, Chickasaw Nation, at their annual conference. Chickasaw Nation in 1987 and is currently serving in his sixth term. Since he has been in office, the Chickasaw Nation has grown Bill Anoatubby, Governor of the Chickasaw Nation, was from 250 employees and an $11 million annual budget to 11,500 recently honored with the Leadership Award for Public employees and capital outlays of more than $750 million annually. Service by the International Economic Development Council Under his leadership, the tribe became the one of the first tribal (IEDC) at the group’s annual conference in Columbus, Ohio. He governments in the U.S. to be certified as an A-102 tribe, giving was selected for this award “because of his underlying mission to OKC Chamber OKC PArtners ad:Layout 4 8/11/10 2:26 PM Pagethem 1 superior ratings for management and fiscal controls. create a diversified economy and a better life for the citizens of the

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FELLOWS ASSIST WITH CHAMBER RESEARCH and the creation of an Aerospace Company Directory. He is also updating the Commuter Pattern Study, which captures the number of workers flowing in and out of each of the counties in the Greater Oklahoma City region. Kyle has two Bachelor’s degrees – in Economics and Mathematics – from Oklahoma State University. He was recently awarded the Larkin Warner scholarship. Kyle plans to attend graduate school after completing his fellowship with the Chamber. Kendra Robinson-Jones is working on a property-by- property review of the Chamber’s OKCEDIS Property Database System. Her work will ensure that the properties listed in the Chamber’s system are current and accurate, making it easier for Kyle Richardson Kendra Robinson-Jones companies looking to locate or relocate to Oklahoma City. Kendra received her Master’s of Human Relations from the University The Chamber recently welcomed two economic development of Oklahoma in May 2010. A former InternOKC participant, she fellows to assist in a variety of areas, including demographic has worked as an intern with the OU Medical Center Children’s analysis of the region, business surveys, database management Hospital and Congressman Ernest Istook. and impact analysis. Kyle Richardson has been focusing on providing data support to update the Chamber’s Aerospace Impact study

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By working with a national consultant and industry leaders to more than $12,000 more than the average private sector annual update its strategic plan, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber wage for Greater Oklahoma City’s total private sector. continues to show its commitment to the regional bioscience The region has made great strides in a short amount of time, industry. In 2004, in an effort to support this growing industry, the however the national landscape has continued to evolve. Other Chamber first worked with the Battelle Technology Partnership states and regions across the U.S. and around the world are Practice, one of the world’s largest research and development advancing bold initiatives that encompass both the economic and organizations, and a Steering Committee of business and social benefits of new bioscience discoveries. Realizing these bioscience leaders to develop a long-term game plan to better trends, the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber reconvened its serve the industry and its key assets. Steering Committee public and private leaders to reassess the Since the first Bioscience Strategic Plan was released in 2005, region’s competitiveness, identify new opportunities, address the industry has seen significant accomplishments: challenges facing the industry and develop a new plan to • Successful launch of the Oklahoma Bioscience Association achieve the region’s vision for the industry. • Creation of the Oklahoma Seed Fund In the end, the new study outlines four strategies (with 15 supporting recommendations) to achieve the region’s bioscience • Launch of the Oklahoma Life Science Fund vision. They are: • Creation of the Bioenergy Center • Continue to grow the region’s bioscience research and • Significant investments in bioscience research infrastructure development base and accelerate the commercialization of research findings. • $150 million for the EDGE Fund • Ensure Oklahoma City grows, attracts and retains bioscience For nearly a decade, Greater Oklahoma City’s bioscience talent. industry has grown and developed into an internationally recognized sector. The region’s employment in this area grew • Grow the region’s bioscience industry cluster by supporting 17.8 percent between 2001 and 2008, outpacing the 15.9 percent the expansion of existing firms, the creation of new firms and growth nationally. The industry continues to provide high-quality, the attraction of firms to the state. high-wage jobs, with an average annual wage of nearly $50,000, • Build a comprehensive venture capital infrastructure that November 2010 - G reater Oklahoma C ity hamber The P oint!

10 develops local resources and attracts additional national and international resources to Oklahoma. Regional capital investments made since 2005: The study also found that while the region has made great OU Cancer Institute Building – This $100 million, strides in building its bioscience industry cluster, significant 210,000 square-foot facility is set to open in late 2010 critical investments called for in the 2005 study – full funding and will include the latest generation of proton radiation for EDGE, funding for additional research faculty at the state’s therapy and Oklahoma’s only Cancer Phase I clinical trials universities and research institutions, attracting additional center. venture capital – have not been achieved. In order to make the Stephenson Life Sciences Research Center – Being strategy a reality, public and private leadership must come constructed on the University of Oklahoma’s Norman together to build the necessary support for these investments campus, this facility will provide new teaching and and to identify new sources of funding to undertake the research lab space. actions called for in the report. OMRF Research Tower – This new facility will double As the study states “it will be a challenge for Greater OMRF’s current scientific and administrative offices, and Oklahoma City to achieve the goals set out in this strategy; but, will enable OMRF to expand from 50 researchers to 80 doing so will result in not only high-wage, high-skilled jobs, but researchers. also better health care and a better quality of life for Oklahoma citizens.” Dean McGee Eye Institute – This 78,500 square-foot building will provide additional space for research and Battelle is also working on an updated bioscience economic patient care. impact study for the Greater Oklahoma City region that will further quantify the economic significance of this growing industry. Henry Bellmon Research Center – Oklahoma State University’s $70 million facility opened this year and The complete plan and impact study developed by Battelle will provides interdisciplinary science research lab space. be released at the end of 2010. For more information about the Chamber’s bioscience plan, contact Josh O’Brien, senior business Harold Hamm Oklahoma Diabetes Center – This development manager, Bioscience, at 405-297-8893 or facility is on the cutting edge of finding a cute for diabetes. [email protected]. November 2010 - G reater Oklahoma C ity hamber The P oint!

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215 OK Chamber_PR.indd 1 7/24/09 3:09:53 PM FLASH BACK FAST FORWARD US FLEET TRACKING FLASH BACK FAST FORWARD With many companies, the “flash back” means going far back in Today, the history, but not when it comes to US Fleet Tracking. In this case, Hunters’ employ the span of time is short, but the business growth is incredible. 26 individuals, Founded in 2005 by Cindy and Jerry Hunter, US Fleet Tracking including software is an Oklahoma City success story. Jerry has been a software engineers, technical engineer for more than 30 years. At 19, he was heading up the support engineers, research and development labs in the IT center at Walmart. Not sales/marketing long after that, he was developing the first large-scale use of personnel and UPC bar codes, the first wireless communications protocols and accounting staff, and will soon the first commercial hand-held computing and laser scanning occupy an 18,000-square-foot office.From technologies. 2008 to present, US Fleet Tracking has experienced a 437 percent increase in growth with expectation to exceed that growth structure in 2011. Being headquartered in Greater Oklahoma City has also been beneficial as the company has grown. “This area has so many attributes working in its favor. The quality of life and the quality of our local colleges and universities has undoubtedly provided easier access to a top-notch labor pool,” said Jerry. “Even the things typically taken for granted, like being geographically located in the center of the United States, have made it easier for us from the onset to operate on a nationwide basis in terms of shipping product to both coasts in a timely and cost-effective manner.”

Cindy and Jerry Hunter founded US Fleet Tracking in 2005. And while the economic downturn had little to no effect on company’s growth, the products they produce are being sought out by companies looking to cut their costs. Thanks to Cindy’s Oklahoma roots – she grew up in Edmond – and their experiences elsewhere, the couple chose Oklahoma City “We were experiencing absolutely incredible growth before as the starting point for their new venture – US Fleet Tracking. the economy took the hit, and we’ve continued growing after the fact – largely because a poor economy predicates the need to keep “When we moved back here, it was the favorable business a tighter rein on finances, and our products and services allow climate, the stability of the local economy, and the politically businesses to do just that,” said Jerry. “Our products are precisely conservative environment that immediately put us at ease, the tools needed to improve profitability for small businesses in allowing us to concentrate on building our business,” said Jerry. tough times – and they pay for themselves many times over in And from the office in their home, the Hunters built their cost savings.” company, offering equipment and service to track vehicles, packages and people around the world. “We began with nothing, with only a blank screen and a bright idea. Technically this company started with zero employees from the office in our home,” said Jerry. November 2010 - G reater Oklahoma C ity hamber The P oint! 13 NEW ADDITIONS TO CHAMBER TEAM estate and more recently worked as a consultant with Resource Development Group. Len is a graduate of the University of Arizona where he received his Bachelor’s in Regional Development. As business development manager, Len works with the business retention and expansion team to identify issues, challenges and opportunities that may help grow or impede business operations in Greater Oklahoma City. The team’s goal is to assist business growth in the region through programs such as incentive utilization, issue remediation and workforce assistance. Len’s focus is shared service centers, professional services, technology firms and bioscience/healthcare operations. Christine Soileau joins the Chamber’s membership Len Becker Christine Soileau Business Development Manager Member Services Coordinator department as member services coordinator. Christine graduated from Oklahoma City University with a Bachelor’s degree in The Chamber recently welcomed two new members to its team. Entertainment Business and came to the Chamber from the Len Becker is the newest member of the Chamber’s Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation. A native of Plano, Texas, economic development team as business development she is the staff liaison for the Chamber’s Ambassadors group, manager. Len came to Oklahoma City from Phoenix where he manages ribbon cuttings and groundbreakings, works with the spent more than 20 years in economic development including Chamber Choice health insurance program and coordinates business retention and expansion, research and program monthly Member Orientation Events. management. He also has experience in commercial real November 2010 - G reater Oklahoma C ity hamber The P oint!

14 CHINA TRIP OFFERS EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME Don’t miss an extraordinary opportunity to experience China through the Greater EXPERIENCE Oklahoma City Chamber. After MARCH 10-18, 2011 an incredibly successful trip in 2010, the Chamber is once GREATER OKLAHOMA CITY CHAMBER again partnering with Citslinc International to offer a nine-day trip to China to its members and the public. The trip, March 10-18, 2011, will allow attendees to see , Shanghai, Suzhuo and Hangzhuo while witnessing China’s historic past and booming present for themselves. Hear what one attendee from the 2010 China trip had to say Trip Dates: March 10-18, 2011 about their experience: Cost: Chamber members - $1,899 per person; Non- “My family and I had China on our list of places to visit, and members - $1,999 per person the value of this trip was an awesome deal. It was exciting to be exposed to the culture of another country. There’s no better total Deadline for registration and payment: Dec. 15, 2010 value for the high quality sites you’ll see, the hotels you’ll stay in, For more information: www.okcchamber.com/china the experience as a whole and the new friends you’ll make.” – Mike Lombardi, Lettering Express

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California Ave., Suite 100 CONSULTING Oklahoma City, OK 73112-7049 www.lq.com Mr. Lane Griffing...... 822-7912 Oklahoma City, OK 73104-2415 Lasting Impressions Gifts, Inc. www.bricktowncandy.com 1601 S. State St., Suite 600 E Home Wet Bar 1825 Kings Crossing RETAIL MANUFACTURERS Mr. Mark Cordray...... 741-4242 Brookdale Senior Living Clare Edmond, OK 73013-4314 Mr. Keith Winter...... 948-5999 www.dvits.net 4132 Will Rogers Parkway, Suite 500 3900 S. Noma Rd. Bridge Southwest Oklahoma City, OK 73150-2802 ASSISTED LIVING / NURSING HOMES Oklahoma City, OK 73108-2062 Drovers’ Trail Land Company, LLC www.homewetbar.com Ms. Lisa Keeton, LPN...... 691-0409 OIL LAND LEASES James S. Matthews Jr., Attorney at 10001 S. May Ave. Ms. Johnna Ainsworth...... 760-8863 Indian Art Oklahoma at The Law Oklahoma City, OK 73159-6600 500 N. Broadway Ave., Suite 350 Jeweler’s Bench ATTORNEYS / LAWYERS www.brookdaleseniorliving.com P.O. Box 3315 JEWELRY / JEWELERS Ms. Valerie Reavis...... 946-2811 3524 N.W. 50th St. Brookline College Oklahoma City, OK 73101-3315 Ms. Valerie Monday...... 495-1800 4716 N. MacArthur Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73112-5630 EMPLOYMENT - CAREER TRAINING AND 809 Sports Grill www.jamesmatthewsatty.com CAREER PLACEMENT Warr Acres, OK 73122-5012 RESTAURANTS www.indianartoklahoma.com Mr. Ryan Sand...... 842-9400 Mr. Steven Kirkland...... 607-4000 Mental Health Association of 9801 Broadway Ext. 2809 N.W. Expressway Integrity Metal Recycling Central Oklahoma Oklahoma City, OK 73114 Oklahoma City, OK 73112-7049 RECYCLING CENTERS ASSOCIATIONS / MEMBERSHIP www.brooklinecollege.edu Mr. Jeff Henderson...... 235-2429 ORGANIZATIONS 1101 E. Reno Ave. Ms. Cher Golding...... 943-3700 Oklahoma City, OK 73117-1805 2800 N.W. 36th St., Suite 104 Oklahoma City, OK 73112-7468 November 2010 - G reater Oklahoma C ity hamber The P oint! www.mentalhealthok.org 16 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.

Morrison Agency, Inc. P. Talbott, LLC INSURANCE - INVESTMENTS CONCRETE CONTRACTORS Mr. Kenny W. Morrison..(580) 421-9108 Mr. Perry Talbott...... 230-9716 member shows support for chamber 119 N. Broadway Ave., Suite 10 20301 Cedar Oak Ridge Rd. Ada, OK 74820-5052 P.O. Box 11 The following member company increased their investment Arcadia, OK 73007-0011 Mortgage Management, Inc. between July 1 to September 30, 2010, demonstrating strong FINANCIAL SERVICES Lead Investor Bronze support of the Chamber’s efforts to drive the city’s economy to Mr. Marcus D. Salazar...... 948-1875 Providence Place make this the best place to live, work, play and visit. 1201 N.W. 34th St. APARTMENTS P.O. Box 12711 Ms. Lorna Deaton...... 789-3800 Oklahoma City, OK 73157-2711 6001 S.W. 12th St. Board of Advisor Casady School Oklahoma City, OK 73128-1861 SCHOOLS – PRIVATE Chris Mudd & Associates, PLLC www.theprovidenceplaceapts.com Bronze Lead Investors Mr. Christopher C. Bright...... 749-3100 ATTORNEYS / LAWYERS Mr. Chris Mudd...... 529-9377 Rawhide ($3,000 - $4,999) 9500 N. Pennsylvania Ave. 3904 N.W. 23rd St. RETAIL Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Oklahoma City, OK 73107-2740 Ms. Angie Bailey...... 236-4600 1007 N. Broadway Ave. For more information on increasing your investment and helping the Chamber NETWORK1 Oklahoma City, OK 73102-5811 FLEXIBLE OFFICE SPACE www.shoprawhide.com move Oklahoma City forward, contact the Membership Division at 297-8949. Ms. Brenda Bennett...... 848-2588 9225 Lake Hefner Parkway, Suite 100 Lead Investor Bronze Oklahoma City, OK 73120 Republic National Distributing Company Sudden Impact Promotions, LLC Trichology Salon, Inc. www.network1.com Oklahoma MARKETING & SALES BEAUTY SALONS / BARBER SHOPS / SPAS LIQUOR Mr. Robert Billy...... 608-4191 Mr. Greg Welchel...... 302-6499 Old World Design Build, LLC Mr. Daniel Zeigler...... 702-4500 10802 N. Quail Plaza Dr., Suite 209 14101 N. May Ave., Suite 110 HOME BUILDERS 304 N. Meridian Ave., Suite 18 P.O. Box 20686 Oklahoma City, OK 73134-5071 Mr. Rick Melton...... 361-2453 Oklahoma City, OK 73107-6535 Oklahoma City, OK 73156-0686 www.trichologysalon.net 11900 Boone Court www.rndc-usa.com www.suddenimpactpromo.com Oklahoma City, OK 73120-8013 Upper Crust www.oldworlddesignbuild.com SW Family Clinic, Inc. Sunset Cuisine RESTAURANTS PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS CATERERS Mr. Jeff Dixon...... 842-7743 Olive’s Ceramic Tile Dr. Barry Rodgers...... 682-4651 Mr. Alain Buthion...... 409-4364 5860 N. Classen Blvd. MARBLE & TILE - RETAIL & WHOLESALE 2149 S.W. 59th St., Suite 101 2530 Overholser Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73118-1212 Mr. Travis Olive...... 659-9531 Oklahoma City, OK 73119-7003 Oklahoma City, OK 73127-9607 www.uppercrust.ehsrg.com 10805 S. Triple X Rd. Newalla, OK 74857-8153 J.L. Sparks Hardwood Floors, LLC Sylk Enterprises, LLC FLOOR LAYING JANITORIAL SERVICES Lead Investor Bronze Mr. Jerry Sparks...... 408-8452 Ms. Sylvia Herziger...... 722-4899 OneDOC Managed Print Services, LLC 10420 Condor Terr. 7417 Green Meadow Lane BUSINESS MACHINES Oklahoma City, OK 73162-4439 Oklahoma City, OK 73132-3981 DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT MANAGED PRINT SERVICES Standing Ovations TopHats Leather Rack OFFICE FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT ADVERTISING - SPECIALTIES RETAIL Mr. Kevin Morris...... 633-3050 Ms. Chereena Ownby...... 842-4970 Mr. Hunt Maley...... 792-2479 6505 N.W. 114th St. 3000 United Founders Blvd., Suite 142 1415 S. Council Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73162-2928 Oklahoma City, OK 73112-4294 Oklahoma City, OK 73128-9504 www.mpsok.com www.standingovations.net www.tophatsleather.com

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Thank You for Living uniTed. November 2010 - G reater Oklahoma C ity hamber The P oint! 17 Congratulations to the following Chamber members on their recent Grand Openings & Groundbreakings! grand OPENINGS All Chamber members are welcome to attend Grand Openings. To view more photos and see the schedule of upcoming Grand Openings, visit www.okcchamber.com/grandopenings.

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18 Economic Indicators

ECONOMIC INDICATORS How Are We Doing OKC? Oklahoma City Ranks #7 Best Metro in Per Capita Income Growth Over The Past 25 Years Oklahoma City Ranks #7 Best Metro in Per Capita25- yearIncomeincome Growth growth Over rate The (1984 Past -252009): Years 169.9% Per Capita Income (2009): $37,90925-year income growth20-year rate (1984-2009):income growth 169.9% rate (1989-2009): 129.1% PerPopulation Capita Income (2009):(2009): $37,909 1,227,278 20-year income growth15-year rate (1989-2009):income growth 129.1% rate (1994-2009): 90.7% Population (2009): 1,227,278 15-year income growth10-year rate (1994-2009):income growth 90.7% rate (1999-2009): 55.0% 10-year income growth rate (1999-2009): 55.0% Source: BEA.gov & Portfolio.com 5-year income growth rate (2004-2009): 20.5% 5-year income growth rate (2004-2009): 20.5% Source: BEA.gov & Portfolio.com Per Capita Income Growth How does does our our 25 year 25 year growth in $45,000 income compare to other metros? $40,000 growth in income $35,000 compare#1 to other El metros? Paso $30,000 $25,000 #1 #3 El BaltimorePaso $20,000 #3 Baltimore $15,000 #7 Oklahoma City #7 Oklahoma City $10,000 #8 Little Rock $5,000 #8 little Rock $0 #91 #91 Austin Austin #95 Phoenix

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For comprehensive Economic Indicator and Regional Data, please visit your Greater Oklahoma City Chamber Economic Development Division 5x6 Ad www.greateroklahomacity.com/economicindicators or contact Eric Long, Research Manager – (405)297-8976; [email protected]

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