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May 1, TSBC May 11, TRC Happy Small Business Week! Chamber staff and hospitality club Connection members joined Mayor members are celebrating Tuff Shed's Bynum as he issued a proclamation ribbon cutting. Congrats! declaring April 30 - May 6 as Small Business Week in Tulsa. We are grateful for the city's support of local businesses. May 13, TSBC Behind the scenes look at our new video series, "Small Business, Big Advice." We look forward to sharing May 3, TYPros these educational videos with you soon. BOK Center repping the three Tulsa Flag options! Which one do you think should represent Tulsa? Submit your vote by May 10! For more info visit tulsafag.com. May 15 We are heading to Fort Worth for the eighth annual Intercity Visit Oct. 3-5. Registration is now open. http:// May 9, TRC bit.ly/2pDx9Hk pic.twitter.com/ Today, voters head to the polls to h0gGcrCCDq cast ballots in a special election to fll the House District 75 seat. The Tulsa Regional Chamber encourages all members registered in this district to A Walkable Region May 18 vote in today's election. If you have not We are honored to have done so already, please fnd time on your @GovMaryFallin speaking to our calendars to go vote. The General Theory of Walkability explains how, to be favored, a Tulsa has made quick progress on some of members on the latest budget and “ these fronts. Newly installed protected bike revenue negotiations at the State walk has to satisfy four main conditions: it must be useful, safe, lanes now connect the Brady Arts District Capitol. pic.twitter.com/zW1AynJAJE with OSU Tulsa along Detroit Avenue and comfortable, and interesting. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. These lanes May 10, TRC ” Jeff Speck, Walkable City: How Downtown Can Save America, One Step at a Time also add parking space for nearby establish- Students perform at last night's Partners ments. Plans for similar lanes are in the works In Education Tulsa award ceremony. for Boulder, Cheyenne, Archer and Third May 25 Congratulations to all the outstanding Across the nation, more and more people would promote a safer environment for pe- Street. Our Tulsa's Future regional partners award winners--businesses and choose to live in city centers every year. This destrians by slowing the fow of traffc. Speck are meeting to discuss the exciting In “Walkable Tulsa,” Speck also discusses organizations in the Tulsa community growing trend has put a spotlight on issues also pointed out how downtown’s many development happening across the the economic argument for walkability. Ac- that have shown dedicated commitment like public transportation and building design parking lots disconnect its entertainment region. cording to census data, millennials offcially to our schools. standards. Thriving cities enable pedestrian districts. This sprawl necessitates driving and represent the largest demographic of the life where restaurants and entertainment ven- discourages walking. ues are densely packed, eliminating the need to drive. While Tulsa’s revitalized downtown has become a hotspot for people to live, work ARE YOU A SMALL BUSINESS? and play, its livability depends on the city’s The Small Business Connection is the Tulsa Regional Chamber’s largest member-program, with programming designed by investment in its walkability. small business owners for small business owners. Events like the Breakfast Network series, Business Behind the Scenes and Small Business Socials are designed to empower, educate and expand small businesses just like you. To address walkability in the city’s urban core, the Chamber partnered with Tulsa’s Already a Chamber member and want to get more involved in the Connection? Downtown Coordinating Council to commis- Email [email protected] for more info or to get involved. sion a six-month study from urbanist, author and walkability expert Jeff Speck. The study, “Walkable Tulsa,” recommends eliminat- ing one-way streets, narrowing car lanes and adding more bike lanes. These changes

4 MAY / JUNE 2017 TULSACHAMBER.COM | THE CHAMBER REPORT 5 to attract and keep young talent in the Tulsa area. This year’s event, Street Cred: Bridging the GAP, reimagined Tulsa’s downtown better Tulsa picks a new icon connected to its adjacent neighborhoods. The event brought art, food trucks, a com- munity market and bike park north of the IDL by Cain’s Ballroom. Street Cred: Bridging the GAP drew crowds to enjoy an area otherwise

soon result in major downtown redevelop- ment. As a component of Owasso’s Vision 2025 sales tax funding, projects will involve new shops, businesses and restaurants that beneft the entire community. Downtown revitalization is also a key issue for Muskogee city offcials. The community’s fve-year strategic plan includes rehabilitat- ing and rebranding the city’s urban core. Last used for overfow concert parking. By call- year, the Muskogee City Council initiated Tulsa’s River Parks is a popular destination ing attention to highway infrastructure as a a program to build apartments in historic for outdoor activity, and will soon be home physical and psychological barrier that segre- downtown buildings. This initiative hopes to to an iconic pedestrian bridge. The Gateway gates communities, the event highlighted the attract more young professionals back to the Bridge, designed by A Gathering Place workforce. Because this mobile group prefers and destination marketing – three strategic potential of vibrant and connected neighbor- community. for Tulsa architects Michael Van Valken- hoods. TYPros hopes this event will bring at- burgh Associates, will replace the existing cities with vibrant street life, improving walk- focus areas of the Chamber – to describe The Tulsa region’s continued success de- tention to similar undeveloped, under-utilized 113-year-old structure and will connect the ability is a crucial component of attracting how a community delivers the environment pends on its ability to create vibrant, people- or neglected areas surrounding the IDL that Gathering Place to the west bank of the young, entrepreneurial talent to the region. and infrastructure to attract this young talent. centric spaces. An emphasis on walkability Building communities with a strong quality prevent the natural fow of walking. Arkansas River. Unlike previous generations, millennials will affords economic developers, city planners of place is an investment in the region’s eco- choose a particular city in which to fnd a job, In addition to the renaissance of downtown and civic leaders the means by which to The city planned to restore the old pe- nomic vitality. rather than following a job to whichever city Tulsa, communities across the region are create memorable places and experiences destrian bridge, but had to explore other that job leads. Phrases such as “quality of Tulsa’s Future III, the regional economic de- investing in their historic main streets, down- for residents and visitors alike. By develop- options after an inspection revealed life” and “quality of place” are often used in velopment plan led by the Chamber, includes towns and public spaces. 2016 was a banner ing infrastructure that prioritizes foot traffc, structural faws. In March, Mayor G.T. By- economic development, workforce attraction metrics for the region’s quality of life. These year for walkable development in northeast northeast Oklahoma can better attract high- num asked the public to submit design goals directly complement and amplify quality, sustainable economic investment. proposals for a new bridge. He wanted strategies to retain and grow existing indus- Tulsans to have a say about what the try, attract new corporate investment, and city’s newest icon should look like. The develop and deploy the regional workforce. only criteria were that it ft with the The quality of life metrics for Tulsa’s Future theme of the Gathering Place, allow III include increasing investment in downtown for pedestrians and cyclists, and ft Tulsa by $600 million over the next fve years, within the $24.5 million budget from and increasing Tulsa’s walk score, a measure Vision Tulsa funding. of walkability and pedestrian friendliness, by After receiving 234 submissions, the ten percent over the same time period. Arkansas River Pedestrian Bridge Tulsa’s Young Professionals (TYPros), partially Selection Committee narrowed the funded by Tulsa’s Future, has been a con- feld to four. The city then invited sistent, vocal advocate of enhanced transit public feedback on these designs, options, touting the economic and social and nearly 3,000 people shared benefts of improved connectivity for the their input. Based on those responses, the committee nar- entire city. One of the primary ways TYPros Oklahoma, showing the region’s commitment rowed the choices to two: The advocates for better transportation options to developing thoughtfully planned assets. Gateway Bridge and The Cross- in Tulsa is through Street Cred, the organi- These suburban city centers promote walk- ing Bridge, designed by local zation’s annual community redevelopment able activity, inviting visitors to wander and KKT Architects. initiative. Past events included a focus on the explore. potential of improved walkability in Tulsa’s In early June, the city an- Downtown Claremore continues to four- Pearl District, along Route 66 and in the nounced The Gateway Bridge ish, with public and private investments southern half of the central business district. as the fnal design. Tulsa’s new surpassing $10 million. The city led a public Street Cred gives the organization an oppor- pedestrian bridge promises to process to recruit the Main Street Tavern to tunity to show and make improvements to be more than just a landmark. downtown, and invested more than $5 mil- the city that matter to millennials. By doing It will be a place for people lion to remodel the Will Rogers Lofts into so, TYPros reinforces Tulsa as a destination to exercise, spend time with apartments for young professionals. Owasso for young professionals and bolsters its ability friends and family, and enjoy championed similar investments, which will Tulsa on foot.

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From the onset, the Chamber and its OneVoice coalition partners knew the 2017 state legisla- and the state economy. Estimates from the tive session would be challenging. Crafting a budget that adequately funded core services and Tulsa International Airport indicate that failure addressed Oklahoma’s $878 million budget shortfall required compromise and bipartisanship. to comply with REAL ID would have resulted The approved fscal year 2018 budget missed opportunities for substantial structural reform in a decrease in annual revenue of more than and investments in Oklahoma’s education system. However, the legislature did act on several $2.1 million, and at least a 15 percent overall priorities contained in the OneVoice Regional Legislative Agenda. These key victories help decline in seat capacity from the airport. This ensure the state’s continued competitiveness in the global economy. would have impacted all travelers, businesses and industries across the Tulsa region. GILCREASE EXPRESSWAY EXPANSION session saw the extension of the aerospace A major long-term OneVoice policy priority, tax credit until Jan. 1, 2026, bringing with it LONG-LATERAL DRILLING the Gilcrease Expressway will fnally complete the promise of new jobs and investment in a In 2017, the Oklahoma legislature passed the Tulsa’s “outer loop.” The remaining fve-mile key economic sector in Oklahoma. Oklahoma Energy Jobs Act, a major victory stretch connects the LL Tisdale to I-44 as a Aerospace engineering employment has in- for the OneVoice energy task force. The mea- turnpike. Partners in the project include the creased 16.7 percent since the credit was frst sure will allow long-lateral drilling – horizontal City of Tulsa, the Oklahoma Turnpike Au- implemented in 2009. Similarly, the number access from more than a mile away – in areas thority, the Oklahoma Department of Trans- of engineering degrees issued by Oklahoma designated as non-shale formations. Sup- portation, INCOG and the Federal Highway colleges and universities has increased by 57 porters of the measure estimate it will gener- Administration. percent. The aerospace credit has generated ate $19 million in state revenue and support Completion of the expressway will allow Tulsa over 4,200 new jobs and produced $1.4 bil- the creation of nearly 6,000 new jobs. to grow to the northwest, and improve con- lion in economic output. nectivity for manufacturing centers in Sand Springs, Sapulpa and west Tulsa to the Port REAL ID of Catoosa. This critical infrastructure project In her State of the State Address, Gov. Mary is vital to providing access for regional busi- Fallin challenged the legislature to send her nesses, supporting economic growth, reliev- a bill establishing REAL ID-compliant Okla- ing traffc congestion and improving public homa driver’s licenses. The Chamber’s board TEN YEARS: ONE VOICE safety. of directors likewise endorsed legislation to update Oklahoma licenses in accordance with AEROSPACE ENGINEERING TAX federal standards. State lawmakers heeded CREDIT EXTENSION the call and passed REAL ID legislation during Protecting the aerospace tax credit and other the frst month of their session. incentives that provide an economic return Failure to act could have resulted in devastat- to the state is a top OneVoice priority. This ing consequences for Oklahoma residents

TULSACHAMBER.COM | THE CHAMBER REPORT 9 "I love seeing all the [runners’] costumes, and, of 40 faces for 40 years JOHN VILLAREAL Shiqing Huang course, the crowd-supported aid stations along the way. You can't turn down donuts and beer on Thousands of runners will compete in the 40th Tulsa Federal Credit Union Hometown: Beihai, China those hills! First Tulsa Run: 2016 Tulsa Run this fall. Ahead of the race, the Tulsa Sports Commission is collect- "My favorite Tulsa Run memory is this past year, ing memories from athletes and volunteers spanning the past four decades. Shiqing represents one of Tulsa’s global [when] I got to meet up with some out-of-town sister cities, encouraged to enter by the runners I met through bibrave.com and fnally Tulsa Global Alliance. In his frst race, he show them all around Tulsa. I love how this race placed frst in his age group for the 5K! brings people to Tulsa from all over the US!"

“My favorite part about the Tulsa Run is running Doug Thurston Jennie Loucks with awesome people who are concerned about Ray Odor their health. They are also very competitive! Hometown: Norman, OK Hometown: Emporia, KS Hometown: Tulsa (via Columbia, MO) First Tulsa Run: 1982 First Tulsa Run: 2014 First Tulsa Run: 2010

Doug was the assistant race director for the Jennie has never physically run the race, Ray, the running club coach for Town & Tulsa Run in 1987, and became executive but has been involved in every other aspect Country School, will enter his seventh Tulsa director in 1988. of it, from the start line to the expo! John Vilareal Run this year. He frst entered the Tulsa Run with his son Grant, and now encourages his He now lives in Carmel, California, and is "I moved to Tulsa by myself, not knowing anyone Hometown: Tulsa students and their families to race together. the executive race director for the Big Sur here. After joining TYPros, I learned about the Tul- First Tulsa Run: 1979 International Marathon. sa Run and how (Race Director) Heath Aucoin was “My very frst 5K was the Tulsa Run in 2010. My John has participated in the Tulsa Run for looking for people to join the race logistics and son Grant, then 14, had already fnished. When he “The Tulsa Run was my frst real professional race 38 consecutive years and remembers when planning committee. I’m a runner, so I jumped saw me coming to the fnish line, he jumped out of directing job, and I worked with so many quality shirts were short sleeved and dogs ran with SCOTT DAVID SWYERS on the opportunity to be involved and meet new the crowd with a sign that said ‘My Dad’s frst 5K’ people who have infuenced my work ever since. their race owners! people. and ran the last 100 yards with me. I saw an unreserved passion for running and the “On Saturday, Nov. 2, 1991, we had snow unex- community, and a total commitment to producing pectedly in Tulsa. There was a huge wreck on the the best event with the resources available. RAY ODOR Scott David Swyers BA Expressway at 15th Street that I got caught in, SHIQING HUANG Hometown: Tulsa, OK which made me late for the race. As I approached “My most memorable Tulsa Run experience is be- DOUG THURSTON First Tulsa Run: 2016 the start, I noticed the back of the race was about ing watched by so many friendly spectators and three blocks ahead of me. I hurriedly ran, starting hearing their cheers and encouragement! They Scott, a disabled veteran with a degen- out way behind and working my way up through were very inspiring to me.” erative spinal cord injury, was placed in a each mile. I got to see the race from the rear per- wheelchair in 2015. He decided to take up spective, with walkers and the troops from Ft. Sill wheelchair racing as a sport, and recalls the in cadence. This experience really made me appre- Sarah Mohler Tulsa Run as his longest and most memo- ciate the run from a different angle.” Hometown: Tulsa rable wheelchair racing experience to date. First Tulsa Run: 2012 “I was absolutely amazed by how supportive and encouraging everyone was. At about the halfway A four-time Tulsa Run participant, Sarah point, I wrecked pretty hard. I had several minor reaches a network of runners through her injuries and it would have been all too easy to JENNIE LOUCKS blog, Run Ginger Run. give up and quit. But so many people had been so uplifting that I knew I had to go on. I left feeling "My frst year working with the committee, I got FOLLOW THE SARAH MOHLER “The atmosphere and mission of the Tulsa Run truly honored to be a part of this experience and stationed at the start line with Mark Bravo. He is are fantastic. People of all ages and backgrounds such a cool guy, and then I found myself smack TULSA RUN come together for a great morning in downtown “It’s very easy for me to be nostalgic about my welcomed in this town. dab in the middle of all of the elite runners. Many Tulsa to cheer each other on and achieve their time in Tulsa. It was a special time for me profes- “The crowd was cheering, and even though it took of them chatted with me while they stretched, ON FACEBOOK goals. sionally and personally…I have so many great me over two and a half hours to fnish, I choked sharing stories and their love for the Tulsa Run. I memories, like running the race in the mid-1980’s back tears as I crossed the fnish line. That mo- TO SEE A “The Tulsa Run gets better every year. The crowds felt truly honored to have been a part of that. and seeing that lead pack push the pace after the ment has pushed me to do other races. Because are larger, the fnish line activities are great and turnaround. I also remember helping facilitate of the Tulsa Run, I am going to do four marathons "My favorite thing about the Tulsa Run is the NEW FACE the on-course entertainment is super.” the frst prize money race in 1987.” this year, in addition to the Tulsa Run. The Tulsa energy of this race, and the pride that all the run- Run has given me a new sense of purpose.” ners, especially Tulsans, feel for it. Being a part EACH WEEK! of the Fleet Feet family, I see runners traveling everywhere for races, but it always seems that no FACEBOOK.COM/ matter where they’re headed, they work the Tulsa Run into their schedule. It’s such a cool phenom- RUNTULSARUN enon to witness!"

10 MAY / JUNE 2017 TULSACHAMBER.COM | THE CHAMBER REPORT 11 PSO Public Service Award Partners In Education Darby Equipment With the award for long-lasting partnerships, PIE honored Darby Equipment for their dedicated and longstanding part- Recognizes Exceptional nership with Jackson Elementary. Employees regularly serve as volunteers to monitor students during state testing, and help mentor students as lunch and reading buddies. The Education Advocates company also supports Jackson’s chess and after-school STEM clubs, and provided all students’ families with hams Partners In Education also honored Partners In Education (PIE) fnished the 2016-17 school year during the holidays. school staff and faith-based and with its annual awards ceremony, honoring several individu- nonproft organizations for their committed als, local companies and organizations for their commitment partnerships with Tulsa schools: to student achievement. Award winners were selected Part ner of t he Year Sue Bunday SCHOOL LEADERSHIP AWARD from nominees submitted by various local schools. The event featured youth performances and catering by the Reading Partners described Sue Bunday as one of their Denise Davis program’s strongest champions. Exceeding the minimum Union Public Schools culinary students, with all proceeds requirement for volunteers to tutor one child for one hour OUTSTANDING DISTRICT PARTNER benefting the Foundation for Tulsa Schools. per week, Bunday tutors three kids twice a week and assists with make-up sessions for others. For the students at Kerr Up with Trees Elementary, she has given books, classroom supplies, pizza parties and more. Bunday even bought and installed curtains OUTSTANDING FAITH BASED PARTNER herself when she noticed one of the reading rooms had bare Grace Lutheran Church windows. Bunday has raised the community’s awareness of Chittom Challenge Dedicated Partnership Award Reading Partners, and helped plan and execute the program’s AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE Jason Whorton & Matt Newman Bob Hurley Ford frst fundraising event. Her generous commitment to Reading Partners and Kerr Elementary has enhanced students’ oppor- theChurch.at For more than ten years, Mike Chittom completely devoted In his nomination, Bob Hurley was described as “one of the tunities for a lifetime of learning. himself to the students, faculty and staff at Celia Clinton Ele- most giving, generous and genuine humans you will ever mentary School. The Chittom Challenge Award, named in his meet.” This is evident in his dedicated involvement with honor, celebrates an individual in the community who demon- Street School. Bob Hurley Ford employees have volunteered strates outstanding volunteerism. This year, PIE named two to teach Street School students about things like buying a car Chittom Challenge winners for dedicating their time to Tulsa and credit scores. In addition to his personal time, Hurley has students. Jason Whorton, co-founder of Humble Sons Bike given holiday gifts to all street school students, and bought Company, helped bring Bike Club to several schools around bikes and new tennis shoes for kids at Parkside Elementary. Tulsa. The popular after-school program combines STEM education and athletics, giving students a fun way to learn about health and ftness. Matt Newman, director of busi- Champions Award ness management at Covanta Tulsa Renewable Energy, has Direct Energy donated time, money and a few pancake breakfasts to sup- Direct Energy exemplifes the qualities of the Champions port the students at Eugene Field Elementary. Both Whorton Award, given annually to a partner that provides unique edu- and Newman show enormous passion for giving Tulsa-area cational and enrichment opportunities. Working with Street students access to educational experiences in and outside School, Direct Energy provided donations for students and the classroom. teachers, raised money for prom, hosted students for “tech- nology tours,” and funded a foat trip on the Illinois River for Outstanding Small Business Partner graduating seniors. This partner thinks outside the box to make students’ high school experience extraordinary. EBSCO Spring Each year, PIE honors an outstanding small business partner for generous and consistent support of a partnering school. Valuable Investment Award EBSCO Spring goes the extra mile for their student interns The Tulsa Nielsen Media Research Team from Union and Union Alternative School. Not only does the This award recognizes a partner whose immeasurable con- company invest roughly 90 hours per week in these students, tributions at a local school uplift and empower the school’s EBSCO Spring also creates unique opportunities for student community. The Tulsa Nielsen Media Research Team helped achievement. Manufacturing interns can attain a forklift Owen Elementary build an Investigation Headquarters Com- certifcation and have access to team building exercises. Be- puter Lab. The lab promotes STEM learning, complete with yond skills development, EBSCO Spring is known to provide LED lighting and innovative furniture and décor. The com- t-shirts, ball caps and pizza parties to make the experience pany also built a faculty book room that serves as an impor- special for students. tant resource for reading and tutoring, giving students an environment that facilitates and inspires learning.

12 MAY / JUNE 2017 TULSACHAMBER.COM | THE CHAMBER REPORT 13 State of Education Tulsa region celebrates 2016 with keynote speaker Joshua Wyner Joshua Wyner is the vice president and executive economic development successes director of the Aspen Institute’s College Excellence Program. Mr. Wyner has spent the The Tulsa region plays a key role in Okla- The meeting also featured a keynote pre- investors committed since Tulsa’s Future be- past two decades as a nonproft leader with homa’s economic success. With more than 70 sentation from Dennis Cuneo, president and gan in 2005. In addition, 65 new investors organizations aimed at improving and equalizing regional partners, the Tulsa’s Future econom- CEO of D.C. Strategic Advisors. Cuneo was have contributed $3.2 million to the effort. educational outcomes. His keynote speech will ic development plan leads many of the state’s focus on the impact of TCC’s participation in the achievements. In 2016, the plan entered its Pathways Project, a national initiative funded by third fve-year phase – Tulsa’s Future III – with a holistic approach to economic development Bill and Melinda Gates. that includes capital investment, entrepre- neurship and workforce deployment. Wednesday, August 30 | Noon-1:30 pm Signifcant accomplishments from the frst DoubleTree by Hilton Tulsa Downtown year of Tulsa’s Future III include the opening Register @ tulsachamber.com/events of 36 Degrees North, Tulsa’s basecamp for

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entrepreneurs; the launch of a career aware- ness digital marketing campaign; initiatives GREAT RAFT RACE to increase regional walkability; and the previously senior vice president of Toyota The total campaign amount is unprecedented The Great Raft Race revived a Tulsa tradition from the 1970s and 80s implementation of a new program to assist TYPROS FOUNDATION PROJECTS: North America, where he oversaw the launch for a community of similar size. that, at its height, brought more than 150,000 spectators to watch existing businesses within the region’s high- of manufacturing operations and site selec- rafters race down the Arkansas River. Now in its third year following growth industries. Together, these strategies With Chamber leadership and regional col- tion across the country. In 2014, Cuneo com- WHERE ARE THEY NOW? a 24-year dormancy, the Great Raft Race revival has drawn thousands help ensure a skilled, educated workforce for laboration, Tulsa’s Future III enters its second pleted an analysis of potential "megasites" of new fans to enjoy the river like never before. With the opening of A northeast Oklahoma and a business-friendly, year poised for even greater success. The plan The TYPros Foundation (TYPF) funds creative projects, events Gathering Place for Tulsa and low-water dams to be built in the com- entrepreneurial culture. leverages diverse strategies to enhance the and initiatives that make Tulsa a desirable city for young profes- ing decade, the Arkansas River will soon be a destination and focal region’s standing for businesses, residents, In April, Gov. Mary Fallin and Tulsa Mayor sionals. Each year, the foundation chooses four to six grantees point for the region. Ahead of that, the Great Raft Race lets Tulsans visitors and students of all ages. High-value G.T. Bynum joined investors and regional from hundreds of submissions, focusing on ideas that impact experience this recreational potential. The next race is scheduled for growth in existing and new markets, thriving partners at the Tulsa’s Future Annual Meet- public transportation, green spaces, economic development, Labor Day 2017. For more information, visit tulsaraftrace.com. ing. Attendees and Chamber staff celebrated talent retention, and arts and entertainment. the creation of nearly 3,800 new jobs in 2016. Here’s an update on some of the foundation’s successful grant TAKE 2 CAFÉ Gov. Fallin praised northeast Oklahoma’s recipients that #MakeTulsaAwesome. Oklahoma incarcerates more regional approach to economic development women per capita than any other state. With a criminal #TULSAFLAG record, women released from In recent years, Tulsa has seen prison face an uphill climb to a surge in civic pride. So when (those with 1,000 or more available acres) in fnd steady work and a fresh an internationally broadcast the Tulsa region, and noted that the center start. Take 2 Café, as its name TED Talk used the City of of the automotive industry is moving closer implies, gives these women a second chance. In its frst year of opera- Tulsa's fag as an example of to Tulsa each year. Cuneo discussed how the tion, Take 2 Café served 27,000 sandwiches and employed 17 women terrible fag design, a group of positive impact from planned infrastructure following their release from prison. A project of the Resonance Center public and private education institutions, and citizens set out to create a new improvements at Tulsa’s existing megasites for Women, the café also offers safe, sober housing for 12 of its em- fourishing communities and downtowns will symbol for the city. The #TulsaFlag campaign collected design sub- increases its potential to attract development ployees. Take 2 Café provides and delivers box lunches to downtown make northeast Oklahoma a national model missions and ideas from Tulsans, spread wide by an aggressive social projects, and also emphasized the multiplying businesses, and makes its facility available for evening rentals. Well on for quality and sustainable regional economic media campaign. Based on feedback for important design elements impact suppliers could have on the region. its way to becoming a self-sustaining program, Take 2 Café offers its development. solicited from the public, an independent panel narrowed the pool to and the impact it has on the state’s economy. reentry clients a safe place to live and a second chance-friendly work The Chamber has secured $20.4 million in three options. Private funding supported the entire venture, and the Mayor Bynum shared his vision for Tulsa over environment, signifcantly increasing their odds for success. pledge commitments for Tulsa’s Future III, Tulsa City Council will have the fnal say in adopting the winning design the next fve years, and the impact projects roughly 97 percent of the $21 million goal. for use as the offcial city fag. funded by Vision Tulsa will have on regional The campaign includes 177 investors, with quality of life. 27 oversight committee members and 34 regional partners. There are 66 returning in- The TYPros Foundation 2017 grant cycle is currently underway. Visit typrosfoundation.org for more vestors from Tulsa’s Future II, and 44 legacy information and to stay up to date on this year’s new projects.

14 MAY / JUNE 2017 TULSACHAMBER.COM | THE CHAMBER REPORT 15 “I love my city” was the one phrase I ut- fve years, I helped facilitate partnerships tered repeatedly during my interview at between our business, faith-based and the Chamber more than fve years ago. nonproft organizations and schools. I’ve I said it because I wholeheartedly felt it, seen the Tulsa community generously and I still feel it today. invest in its students. Because the Cham- ber stays engaged in the community, its D&I 101: Loving my city and my community is all mission aligns with the needs of those it about connecting with the people who serves. This alignment helps maintain the COMMUNITY live here. It is a value I learned at an early health of our organization. age from my mother, who always encour- OUTREACH aged my brother and me to give back to As the newly appointed interim execu- our community. She routinely brought tive director of Mosaic and workforce, us along to feed community members my focus on community outreach is as at the Day Center for the Homeless and important as ever. We cannot tackle gave us opportunities to volunteer at the workforce issues if we do not under- hospital where she worked. We were stand what our community wants and highly involved with our church and its needs. We cannot address diversity and work in the community. Thanks to her, inclusion challenges if we do not give my brother and I grew up with a clear everyone a chance to tell their story. We understanding that community outreach will not fnd solutions to our toughest was fundamental to a well-rounded life. problems in a vacuum, but through con- tinued conversations with those affected Community outreach is key to the work by our policies and practices. Commu- I’ve done at the Chamber, and it refects nity outreach should be fundamental to the organization’s deep commitment to every organization, and no city does that diversity and inclusion. As program direc- better than the city I love. Kuma Roberts tor for Partners In Education for the past Interim Executive director of Mosaic and Workforce, Tulsa Regional Chamber

The Tulsa Run TURNS 40! You’re invited to an epic birthday party for the Tulsa Federal Credit Union Tulsa Run! FEATURED ARTIST Saturday, October 28, 2017 • Downtown Tulsa Lauren Barth California native and new Tulsa transplant Lauren Barth recently 15 K 5K 2K premiered her debut full-length record “Forager.” Released on the 9:00AM 7:50AM 8:30AM local nonproft label Horton Records, the album was produced by Tulsa songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jesse Aycock. A review in The Oklahoman describes ”Forager“ as “folk music that doesn't sound folksy, [with] songs that often are both down-to-earth and otherworldly.” Barth performed at Tulsa FMAC’s third annual Tulsa Boom Factory, an #RUNTULSARUN offcial music showcase at the South By Southwest festival and conference TITLE SPONSOR PRESENTING SPONSORS in Austin. Currently, Barth is on a west coast tour through June. Read more about Lauren and listen to songs from her new record at laurenbarth.com.

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professionally, have been the backbone Kelly – It is a natural trait for me to be some- keeping our dream alive. what of a perfectionist at my career. There can be drawbacks and benefts to this. I What advice would you give to any certainly don’t give up easily, and I pay at- would-be small business owners con- tention to the bottom-line. The drawback of sidering starting a business in the this can be many sleepless nights and stress Tulsa area? Identify your target market. over the business, but the beneft is making Be fexible as time passes, because your smart decisions that can drive the business business model might change. Be ready for the long run. for fnancial strain. Always be involved in the community. It’s important to talk with We have a balance of vision, communica- others who can pinpoint and give advice. tion and passion – we each put in 110 per- Never forget your mission and who you are cent while balancing the workload and our in the process! personal life.

How long have you been small busi- How do your small business begin- What programs or opportunities ness owners? 7 years. nings impact your passion for being were key to the success of your small a leader for the next generation of business? We are big on education. Adult What made you decide to open your small businesses? Realistic, people- and children’s groups come to our classes small business? The frst factor was my oriented and passionate – we are open and and workshops. Understanding how to husband’s education and desire to own would love to always help others realize the grow a plant is sometimes diffcult, and we his own business. The second factor was scope of their dreams. We have had a lot take it a step further to grow it organically. personal — we saw a void in our industry. of personal growth and know our journey is Pollination and saving the monarch but- At the time, no other garden center talked still building! terfy is very important to us right now. We about edible growing and focused on or- offer the native species of plants that are vi- ganic and safe practices. That is personal What personal trait contributes the tal to their survival. Lastly, connecting with for us, because cancer is prevalent on both most to your success? like-minded sustainability and gardening sides of our family. Carla – It has been a small journey of com- groups has provided many opportunities ing out of my shell and becoming a leader. If for business partnerships. What do you fnd most rewarding I have to list one trait, it is that I am a good about operating a small business? listener. It benefts both my customers and Our great community! The people we my team to be able to listen and then ex- have encountered, both customers and ecute what needs to be done.

18 MAY / JUNE 2017 2017 INTERCITY VISIT DESTINATION UNVEILED

Last month, Chamber leadership unveiled city. It will include recreational amenities, aims to make healthy choices easier for the destination for the eighth annual What’s improved infrastructure, environmental everyone in a city. The outcomes of becom- Next: Intercity Visit. Chamber Chair-Elect enhancements and the creation of Panther ing a Blue Zones community are lowered NCAA BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Steve Bradshaw, president and CEO of BOK Island, an urban waterfront neighborhood. healthcare costs and improved productiv- Financial Corp., will lead the group to Fort ity, which result in higher quality of life for “I’m especially excited to learn more about Worth, Texas, in October to learn from that the community’s residents. RETURNING TO TULSA IN 2019 Fort Worth’s Trinity River Vision,” said Brad- community’s success. shaw. “It includes building strong connec- In 2016, Intercity Visit attendees traveled Intercity Visits are an opportunity for Cham- tions between the river corridor and the to Cincinnati with a focus on innovation, ber members and staff, elected offcials, rest of the city. I think there’s a lot of over- risk-taking and public private partnerships. March Madness will once again return to Tulsa. Just weeks after As co-hosts of the tournament, the Tulsa Sports Commission and the business leaders, and regional partners to lap between the work being done there Highlights of the trip included a reception hosting frst and second rounds for the Division I Men’s Basketball University of Tulsa share responsibilities for marketing, event logistics, learn best practices and identify opportu- and where we want to go here in the Tulsa at the Great American Ballpark, home of tournament, the NCAA notifed the Tulsa Sports Commission and the hospitality and more. nities to further enhance the Tulsa region’s region.” the Cincinnati Reds; a tour of Over The University of Tulsa of their successful bid for a repeat in 2019. Tulsa will economic prosperity and quality of life. Rhine, a thriving downtown commercial dis- “This announcement of the NCAA Men’s Basketball First and Sec- Fort Worth boasts an impressive urban again host frst and second round games at the BOK Center, currently trict; a presentation and Q&A with 3CDC, ond Rounds in 2019 returning to Tulsa and the BOK Center speaks “Last year’s trip drew more than 100 people core, and the city was named one of the scheduled for March 22 and 24, 2019. a public-private downtown development volumes about the success of the recently completed tournament,” from all of these areas within our region,” most walkable downtowns in the U.S. in partnership; and a panel discussion with said Dr. Derrick Gragg, vice president and director of athletics at the said Chamber President and CEO Mike 2014. Downtown Fort Worth is home to current and former city leaders. "Being awarded another NCAA University of Tulsa. “We’re excited for the community and the revenue Neal. “The feedback we consistently hear Sundance Square, a 35-block shopping, it produces for many businesses in the Tulsa area, and the ability it is that the attendee conversations that take dining and entertainment district that is a Past Intercity Visits include Nashville, Port- Division I championship validates provides to showcase our city to the many visitors." place during these trips are every bit as en- blend of modern and historic architecture. land, Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Indianapolis lightening as all of the great ideas we hear and Louisville. The impact of hosting an NCAA tournament extends beyond the Fort Worth is also working to become a from the host city.” that Tulsa is more than just a city immediate infux of sales taxes and hotel room bookings. Sporting Blue Zones community. The Blue Zones that hosts sporting events—we’re a events of this caliber enhance Tulsa’s reputation as premier tourism Each year, the Chamber assembles a task Project is a national wellbeing initiative that market. By building this reputation, the Tulsa Sports Commission force to examine different cities and what destination for sport.” helps expand the region’s economic base. they offer related to river and downtown development, healthy "Being awarded another NCAA Division I championship validates that living initiatives, tour- Tulsa is more than just a city that hosts sporting events – we’re a des- ism and sports, education, tination for sport,” said Ray Hoyt, the Chamber’s senior vice president workforce, and the arts. After of VisitTulsa, the Tulsa Sports Commission and Tulsa FMAC. “Tulsa has considering fve possible cities, successfully hosted several NCAA championships in the past, shin- this year’s task force chose Fort ing the national spotlight on all the reasons why our region attracts Worth based on the city’s success visitors from around the world. We’re proud of how the Tulsa Sports in developing its riverfront, pro- Commission’s efforts continue to impact the region." moting a walkable downtown and pursuing public health strategies. The success of once again attracting March Madness to Tulsa is made Help us identify opportunities to further possible by the collaborative partnership between the University of Fort Worth’s Trinity River Author- enhance economic prosperity and quality of life Tulsa, SMG/BOK Center and the Tulsa Sports Commission, as well as ity is currently implementing the on October 3-5 in Fort Worth. You can register community support for past NCAA championship events. For 2017 Trinity River Vision, a comprehen- online at tulsachamber.com. Register before tournament play in Tulsa, total attendance was 43,585. Total atten- sive plan to revitalize the 88-miles Sept. 12 to receive early bird pricing. dance in 2011 reached 42,823. of river that run through the

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