The 2026 survey found business leaders are optimistic about Oklahoma’s direction, but remain focused on workforce, infrastructure, innovation, and long-term competitiveness.
The national unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%, while job gains were concentrated in health care, transportation and warehousing, and retail.
Hilliary’s nomination moved out of Senate Rules as Sen. Kristen Thompson tied OU’s AAU ambitions to economic growth and the state’s broader push to convert research into jobs.
State agencies say structural changes now will position Oklahoma to capture flexibility and speed services when Congress updates the workforce law.
Public showcase connects employers, education and job seekers on training and talent.
The new facility expands workforce training inside the Northeast Oklahoma Community Corrections Center, focusing on reentry and job readiness.
MetaFund will use the award to back job, healthcare, and education projects across underserved Oklahoma communities.
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) — Business, civic and legislative leaders gathered Monday at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum as The State Chamber of…
OKLAHOMA CITY (OBV) — Industry leaders from across Oklahoma gathered Wednesday in Oklahoma City for a Workforce Roundtable hosted by the Engineering and Public…
OKLAHOMA CITY — With workforce problems once again topping the list of concerns for Oklahoma business owners in 2025, members of the Oklahoma House…
