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Northeast Oklahoma is one of the most economically dynamic regions in the country, and our area tribal nations are a major reason. At the Tulsa Regional Chamber, we work every day to make the Tulsa region a better place to do business. That mission wouldn’t be possible without the leadership and partnership of the Cherokee, Muscogee and Osage nations.
Over the last decade, we’ve watched these three tribal juggernauts evolve from economic competitors to close collaborators — not just with the chamber but with each other. The strength of these partnerships recently was showcased at the chamber’s second annual State of the Tribal Nations event, which convened some 800 business and tribal leaders, including Cherokee Nation Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr., Muscogee Nation Principal Chief David Hill and Osage Nation Principal Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear.
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These connections aren’t just cultural; they are essential to the well-being of the area’s population. These three tribes contribute billions of dollars annually to Oklahoma’s economy. They build roads, hospitals and child development centers.
They support schools, fund scholarships and lead workforce and healthcare initiatives. In every measurable way, they make northeast Oklahoma a more prosperous and attractive place to live and work. The Cherokee Nation alone has a $3.
1 billion annual economic impact and is helping train the next generation of physicians through its tribally affiliated medical school with Oklahoma State University in Tahlequah. The Muscogee Nation is investing $100 million to build the Coweta Casino Hotel, a project that will create 250 new jobs. It also is expanding healthcare access through projects in Sapulpa, Holdenville and Tulsa, as well as leading development efforts along the Jenks Riverwalk.
And through partnerships such as the Skyway 36 Droneport and Technology Innovation Center, the Osage Nation is helping make Tulsa a national leader in advanced mobility and drone testing. And let’s not forget how the nations are elevating our arts, preserving history and drawing visitors from around the world. From the launch of the Cherokee Film Institute in Owasso to the filming of “Killers of the Flower Moon” in Osage County, the tribal nations are making Tulsa a destination for culture and storytelling.
The chamber is proud to serve as a bridge between tribal governments and the broader business community. We believe in building durable partnerships that support long-term prosperity, and we are honored to work with leaders who share that vision. Our collaboration with the tribes has made our region stronger, more dynamic and more connected.
The future of northeast Oklahoma depends on continuing these partnerships. When tribal nations thrive, we all benefit..
