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Stay informed with the latest Oklahoma business news, industry trends, economic developments, and entrepreneurial success stories. Explore updates from across the state, discover emerging opportunities, and see how the Oklahoma Small Business Exchange is connecting businesses, fostering growth, and advancing commerce throughout Oklahoma.
Techy Tulsa Opens in Brookside Bringing 30+ Years of IT Experience to Local Tech Repair
TULSA, Okla. — Techy Tulsa, a new locally owned phone, computer, and technology repair shop, has officially opened in Brookside at 3807 S. Peoria Ave., Ste K, Tulsa, OK 74105. Owned and operated by longtime IT professional Dwight McDonald, the shop provides device repair, diagnostics, accessories, data transfer assistance, and small business technology support for Tulsa residents and local businesses.
2026 Oklahoma Business Expo to Bring Hundreds of Business Leaders Together Next Week in Tulsa
TULSA, Okla. — The Oklahoma Small Business Exchange (OKSBE) will host the 2026 Oklahoma Business Expo on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 12:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. at the Expo Square Exchange Center in Tulsa. As part of Connect 2026, the statewide business initiative dedicated to advancing Oklahoma business and commerce, the event is expected to bring together entrepreneurs, small business owners, startups, industry professionals, and business leaders from across the state.
Statewide Leaders to Convene for 2026 Oklahoma Small Business Summit
TULSA, Okla. — The 2026 Oklahoma Small Business Summit will take place on Tuesday, May 19 from 9:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. at the Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa Midtown. As the second initiative in the Connect 2026 lineup, the summit offers a unique opportunity for Oklahoma’s small business community to come together and define the future of Oklahoma's business landscape during National Small Business Month.
National Small Business Week: Recognizing the Innovators and Business Leaders Advancing Oklahoma’s Future
During National Small Business Week, we celebrate Oklahoma’s entrepreneurs and innovators that power our economy, strengthen communities, and advance business and commerce across the state. From Main Streets to growing commercial corridors, our small businesses create jobs, fuel growth, and continue to show resilience by adapting and innovating through change.
Oklahoma Business Expo brings workforce, entrepreneurship focus to Tulsa
The Oklahoma Small Business Exchange (OKSBE) will host the 2026 Oklahoma Business Expo from noon to 4 p.m. May 20 at the Expo Square Exchange Center, 4145 East 21st Street in Tulsa. General registration is free and open to the public, with an optional Premier Registration upgrade available for early networking access and VIP attendee status. Source: The Journal Record
Q&A with Jennifer Jones, President and CEO of Seed Technologies
Seed Technologies crafts custom technology solutions that help small businesses access the kinds of tools, systems, and efficiencies often associated with larger companies. Hear from Jennifer Jones, President and CEO of Seed Technologies.
Q&A with Jackie Padgett, Co-Founder of JRPMTS LLC
JRPMTS is a full-service digital marketing agency in Stillwater that helps businesses grow through improved visibility, engagement, and results. They offer SEO, social media, ads, web design, content, branding, video, and sales tools—creating tailored strategies focused on transparency, ROI, and sustainable growth.
#ShareYourStory: Cadamy Business Consulting
Strategist, consensus builder, problem solver, and advocate for no-nonsense effectiveness, Shelley Cadamy has spent nearly 30 years building, turning around, and transforming organizations and programs. Shelley founded Cadamy Business Consulting to empower high-impact leaders to stop going it alone and start leveraging their talents, teams, and resources to grow and scale their organizations in a healthy, sustainable way.
Q&A with Tai Nehisi, Executive Producer of Tulsa Tech Week
Tulsa Tech Week is a city-wide celebration that showcases local innovation, amplifies business impact, and invites the community to explore the technology shaping Tulsa’s future. Over the next 5–10 years, Tulsa’s tech community is poised to become a global leader by staying hyper-focused on its unique strengths.
2026 State of Small Business: Oklahoma Business Leaders to Convene Next Month
TULSA, Okla. — The Oklahoma Small Business Exchange (OKSBE) is pleased to announce its inaugural State of Small Business, to be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Hilton Garden Inn Tulsa Midtown. This event will serve as the official kickoff to Connect 2026, an annual series of Oklahoma business gatherings dedicated to engaging entrepreneurs, startups, industry professionals, and small business owners from across the state.
Arvest Bank Returns as Connect 2026 Presenting Sponsor
The Oklahoma Small Business Exchange is proud to announce that Arvest Bank will return as the presenting sponsor for Connect 2026, a series of five premier events for Oklahoma business professionals. Arvest Bank’s ongoing leadership highlights its enduring commitment to supporting sustainable economic growth and strengthening Oklahoma’s vibrant small business community.
The Significance of Small Business Saturday
Every year, on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, communities across the nation come together to celebrate Small Business Saturday—a day dedicated to recognizing the vital role small businesses play in our economy and daily lives. For Oklahomans, this day carries even deeper meaning. Small businesses aren’t just storefronts or service providers; they’re neighbors, job creators, and the backbone of our local identity.
OKSBE to Host State of Technology Roundtable During Tulsa Tech Week
The Oklahoma Small Business Exchange (OKSBE) is excited to announce that it will host the State of Technology Roundtable as part of Tulsa Tech Week 2025. The event will bring together voices from across Oklahoma’s business and tech communities to explore how emerging technologies are influencing the future of small business.
Empowering Oklahoma’s Future: The Role of Strategic Workforce Development
Workforce development remains crucial for sustainable growth. As industries evolve with technology and global changes, the need for skilled talent increases. Investing in strategic workforce development helps organizations and communities meet current labor needs and prepare for future success.