South OKC Chamber

08/27/2026

Young Professionals, don't miss this chance to connect during morning networking with MetroEdge OKC and check out the new Bridges of Moore. They'll also be hearing directly from Phil Harrop, Chief Executive of INTEGRIS Health Southwest Medical Center. Definitely an opportunity you won't want to miss.

Young professionals, if you make it to one MetroEDGE event this year, make it this one. ☕️
Join us September 2 for a special Caffeinated Connections, sponsored by INTEGRIS Health and hosted by Bridges of Moore!
We’ve got a great morning lined up with Giddy Up Mobile Coffee, a first look at the new Bridges of Moore Student Center, and the chance to hear from Phil Harrop, Chief Executive of INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center. You’ll also learn more about Bridges of Moore and how young professionals can get involved with the incredible work happening there.

📅 September 2
⏰ 8 to 9 a.m.
📍 Bridges of Moore Student Center | 1000 SW 94th St. OKC 73159
RSVP: https://southokcchamber.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register?cid=6g1c914Nq7DA9yg9Fm435nyX4203138239BTu59tTyr9374517833ps1eM265X55

Young professionals under 40 are welcome to attend one MetroEDGE event before becoming a member.

Presenting Sponsor: Oklahoma City Community College
Gold Sponsors: Armstrong Bank, Smith Roberts Baldischwiler, LLC and Southern Nazarene University
Host Sponsor: INTEGRIS Health

08/27/2026

We had a great morning at our Back to School Update with Oklahoma City Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Jamie Polk!

It was wonderful to hear Dr. Polk share what’s ahead for Oklahoma City Public Schools, including the district’s areas of focus, exciting initiatives, and vision for the future. We appreciate her taking the time to share her perspective and give our members an inside look at what’s happening across OKCPS.

A huge thank you to Dr. Jamie Polk for being our featured speaker and to our Host Sponsor, Oklahoma City Police Athletic League, for welcoming us into their great space and helping make this event possible!

Thank you to everyone who joined us. We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn, connect, and stay engaged in the future of education in our community!

08/26/2026

What a night! 🎰✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us for Casino After Hours at Newcastle Casino

We had a fantastic evening filled with great conversations, delicious appetizers, plenty of fun and lots of networking!

A huge thank you to Newcastle Casino for being such wonderful hosts and helping us make the night so memorable. We truly appreciate your hospitality! And of course, thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Eskridge Honda, for supporting this event and our Chamber members. We couldn’t do it without you!

We loved seeing so many familiar faces and making new connections. Thank you for making it a great night! 🥂

08/26/2026

Cruise on over to Eskridge Honda for Business After Hours: Dips & Sips tomorrow, August 27, from 5–7 p.m.! 🚗

They're bringing the fun with a retro 50s-inspired ice cream shop, complete with floats, ice cream, tasty bites, refreshing drinks and plenty of networking! 🍨🥤

Bring your friends, family or coworkers and come unwind after work while making new connections and catching up with fellow Chamber members.

📍 Eskridge Honda | 9000 S. I-35 Service Road

Come for the floats, stay for the connections! We can't wait to see you there! 🍦

08/25/2026

Today is Election Day!

No matter where you live in Oklahoma or your party affiliation, there are items on the ballot today that will affect you, including state questions and other local races and issues.

Take a few minutes to learn what’s on your ballot, make your voice heard, and VOTE!

📍 Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. today.

Not sure what’s on your ballot or where to vote? Find your polling place, view a sample ballot, and get more election information here: https://oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp.html

Every election matters. Make your voice count. 🇺🇸

08/20/2026

Step into an evening where flowers are in full bloom and the bidding is just as vibrant at the South Oklahoma City Chamber's Blooms & Bids Annual Auction! Join us on Thursday, October 22, 6 p.m., at the historic OKC Farmers Public Market (311 South Klein Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73108) for an evening of bidding and community involvement!

Hosted at the historic OKC Farmers Public Market, the evening will feature our signature Taste the Town experience with bites from some of the area's favorite local restaurants, thoughtfully curated cocktails, and an exciting lineup of live auction packages. Mingle with business and community leaders, discover unique experiences and exclusive items, and enjoy an atmosphere designed to celebrate connection, generosity, and the vibrant spirit of South Oklahoma City. Every bid helps invest in the Chamber's programs and initiatives that support and strengthen our local business community.

Gather your friends, embrace the blooms, and get ready to bid for a great cause. We can't wait to welcome you to a night filled with community, celebration, and unforgettable moments.

Presenting Sponsor: Walmart Supercenter (I-44)
Platinum Sponsors: Oklahoma City Community College and Prosperity Bank
Gold Sponsors: Fowler and Oklahoma Natural Gas
Silver Sponsors: First United Bank, INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center, and OG&E

If you would like to volunteer or donate to the auction, please contact [email protected] or (405) 634-1436.

For information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Elizabeth Fox at [email protected] or (405) 634-1436.

08/19/2026

Happy World Photography Day, South OKC Chamber Members!

Got a camera or smartphone handy? We want to see our vibrant community through your lens! We are officially kicking off our photo contest today, and we want your photos to highlight what makes South Oklahoma City so special.

🏆 What You Could Win
Feature Story: Your entry could be featured in the 2027 South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce Visitor Guide & Directory!
Grand Prize: The overall winner will earn a cash prize and ultimate bragging rights!

📝 How to Enter:
Submission Window: August 19 – September 19, 2026
Step 1 — Snap: Take a high-resolution (300 dpi) photo that screams, "THIS IS MY COMMUNITY!"
Step 2 — Save & Name: Save your file as a .jpg or .png and name the file: Paparazzi26for27firstnamelastname (e.g., Paparazzi26for27johnsmith.jpg)
Step 3 — Email: Send your entry to [email protected]
Step 4 — Subject & Body Details: Use the subject line: Paparazzi26for27
In the body of the email, state how you’d like your photo credit to appear if your photo is chosen.

A big thank you to our sponsor, Ahhshoot.com for supporting our community!

Check out the image attached for full details, grab your camera, and send us your best shots today!

08/18/2026

The Oklahoma City metro has 37% of the state’s population and over 42% of the state’s GDP. We have to be heard when major decisions are made about the future of our state.

One week from today, on Tuesday, August 25th, our state will hold a runoff election to choose the Republican nominee for Governor. Other critical choices will also be made by Democrats and Independents. There are runoffs for both major parties and there are state questions on the ballot, which means that ALL registered voters can vote next Tuesday.

I fully recognize that closed partisan primaries depress interest in these crucial elections, and they push the candidates to focus on low-priority issues and to take extreme positions held by only a small percentage of Oklahomans. I fully recognize these gubernatorial campaigns have been uninspiring and their advertisements depressing. These campaigns have not lived up to who we are as Oklahomans and they have certainly not engaged in political discourse the way we do it in OKC. As a result, never in my adult life has there been less conversation about an open Governor’s race. Having said that, the choice of who will be our Governor still matters, and the election runoff for the dominant party is where the most critical choice is often made. That decision arrives next Tuesday, and Oklahoma City has to be heard in that decision. We are driving this state’s economy and culture. Our voices have to be heard as our state chooses its next Governor.

As your Mayor, I am asking you to vote next Tuesday. Please put it on your calendar to do so. And if you have any platform at all - whether it’s as a leader, an employer, a business owner, or just someone with a social media account - I’m asking you amplify this message that we must get out and vote.

Polls will be open from 7 am to 7 pm Tuesday, August 25th at your usual voting location. Also, early voting will be available at your county election board on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Let’s VOTE, OKC!

08/17/2026

How should Central Oklahoma grow over the next 25 years? Encompass 2050, the region's long-range transportation plan, needs your input. Take a few minutes to explore three possible future scenarios for our region and share your transportation priorities.

Take the survey now at Encompass2050.com

We want to hear from you! Central Oklahoma is growing and the choices we make today will shape how the region looks feels and moves in 2050. Encompass 2050 is the long-range transportation plan for the Oklahoma City metro area led by the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG). It will gu...

08/14/2026

After 24 incredible years with the South Oklahoma City Chamber, our President & CEO, Elaine Lyons, has announced her retirement, effective January 31, 2027.

Since joining the Chamber in 2003, Elaine has dedicated her career to serving our members, supporting local businesses, championing community growth, and helping guide the South Oklahoma City Chamber through years of growth and change. It has been an honor to watch her build relationships, lead with passion, and make such a lasting impact on our organization and our community.

In her retirement announcement, Elaine shared, “It has truly been the privilege of a lifetime to serve the businesses and people of south Oklahoma City.”

While we will certainly miss having Elaine at the helm, we are grateful for the 24 years she has poured into the Chamber and for the strong foundation she leaves for the future. As Elaine shared, “I begin this next chapter with tremendous confidence in the future of the South Oklahoma City Chamber.”

Elaine will continue serving the Chamber, our members, and our community with the same energy, enthusiasm, and passion through her final day. We look forward to celebrating Elaine and all she has accomplished in the months ahead.

Read Elaine’s full retirement announcement and learn more about the transition process: https://www.southokc.com/elaine-lyons-announces-retirement/

Please join us in congratulating Elaine on her retirement and thanking her for 24 remarkable years of leadership and service to South Oklahoma City.