Broken Arrow Economic Development Corporation

12/31/2025

Broken Arrow has lost one of its most dedicated champions.

Joe Robson devoted his life to building communities, strengthening institutions, and investing in the future of Broken Arrow and the Tulsa region. Through years of service on the boards of the Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce and the Broken Arrow Economic Development Corporation, including serving as Chair of both organizations, Joe gave generously of his time, insight, and leadership. He believed deeply in the importance of thoughtful planning, strong infrastructure, quality housing, and expanding economic opportunity.

Joe helped guide conversations, projects, and policies that improved transportation access, strengthened utilities, and supported responsible, long-term growth across our city. He understood that economic development is not about quick wins, but about laying a strong foundation for families, businesses, and future generations. His steady presence, collaborative spirit, and commitment to doing what was right for the community left a lasting mark on Broken Arrow.

We are grateful for Joe’s service, his friendship, and the legacy he leaves behind. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Robson family during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Tulsa Area Salvation Army or a charity of your choice.

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12/22/2025

As we wrap up 2025, we are grateful for a year full of momentum, progress, and meaningful wins for Broken Arrow. Thank you to our partners, investors, and community who helped make it such a big year for the BAEDC! ⭐

Our team will be taking December 22nd through January 2nd to rest and recharge as we look ahead to an exciting new year. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a bright start to 2026! 🥳

12/17/2025

Last week, our VP of Economic Development, Amber Miller, visited Solar Turbines headquarters in San Diego as part of the Tulsa Regional Chamber’s Southern California marketing trip! ⭐

Business retention and expansion visits, even out of state, are a critical part of supporting our existing companies, understanding their needs, and identifying opportunities for growth and investment in Broken Arrow. Solar Turbines has a location right here in our community, and we were excited to meet with their team at headquarters to learn more about their operations and explore ways to continue strengthening our partnership and regional economy! 💪

12/17/2025

We are proud to support and celebrate Broken Arrow’s growing entrepreneur community. ☕

The 1MCBA End of Year Celebration was a great reminder of what happens when founders, partners, and community leaders come together. We are especially grateful for our BAEDC team members Bradley Sheofee and Elise Goggin, whose leadership and dedication help keep 1 Million Cups Broken Arrow thriving week after week.

This celebration is just the beginning. The momentum behind Broken Arrow’s entrepreneur ecosystem is real, and there is much more ahead as we continue building a place where ideas, innovation, and opportunity can grow! 🤩

12/16/2025

Broken Arrow’s entrepreneur ecosystem is thriving, and events like this are why! 💪

Tomorrow, 1 Million Cups Broken Arrow is hosting their End Of Year Celebration at the new 8800 at Indian Springs Shared Office Space! It is a chance to celebrate local founders, highlight the businesses shaping our community, and experience one of Broken Arrow’s newest developments. We are proud to support spaces where entrepreneurs connect and grow! ☺️

We are ending the year with a BANG! ☕️

Join us on Wednesday, December 17th from 8AM to 9:30AM at a new spot, 8800 at Indian Springs, for the 1MCBA END OF YEAR CELEBRATION! We are celebrating our 2025 presenters, enjoying coffee + snacks, exploring the newly opened space, and checking out pop ups from some of our past presenters!

It is free, open to the public, and guaranteed to be a morning you will not forget. BA, LET’S CELEBRATE! 🥳

12/16/2025

Our VP of Economic Development, Amber Miller, joined the Tulsa Regional Chamber in Southern California for their marketing trip last week where they met with Varda Space Industries. Varda is advancing space manufacturing by producing pharmaceuticals and high value materials in microgravity and returning them to Earth for use! 🤩

Trips like this are incredibly important because they allow us to build relationships with innovative companies, highlight the advantages of Broken Arrow and the region, and strengthen our efforts in new business attraction. Thank you to the Tulsa Regional Chamber for letting us tag along and for leading this important work! ⭐️

12/15/2025

Arrow Forge is more than a development. It’s a vision for the future of Broken Arrow! 🤩

Anchored by CSI Aerospace, the Arrow Forge Innovation District is designed to attract high-impact industry, foster innovation, and support long-term economic growth. This drone view highlights just how much progress has been made, from the spine road and roundabout to the infrastructure setting the stage for what’s next!

With the groundwork in place, Arrow Forge is primed and ready for development and poised to become a true cornerstone of Broken Arrow’s economic future! 💪

12/15/2025

Broken Arrow’s continued success is no coincidence, it’s the result of data-driven decisions, strategic partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to progress! ⭐

As Aldwyn Sappleton emphasized during his presentation, “Communities that understand their strengths grow their strengths.” Broken Arrow demonstrates that principle daily. With a population now exceeding 122,000 residents and a median household income of $85,220, our city represents the balance of livability and opportunity that businesses and residents alike are seeking!

By aligning with state-level initiatives, such as those from the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, Broken Arrow continues to grow its economy while preserving its strong community identity and proving that sustainable growth starts with knowing who you are! 🤩

12/11/2025

We were proud to see our Vice President of Economic Development, Amber Miller, take the stage as a panelist at last week’s Tulsa Regional Chamber's State of the Economy and Tulsa's Future Annual Meeting. 🤩

Amber shared powerful insights on the importance of regional partnership, highlighted the booming growth happening right here in Broken Arrow, and offered an exciting look at what’s ahead for our community. Moments like this remind us how vital collaboration is to the continued success of our region, and we’re grateful to the Tulsa Regional Chamber for bringing leaders together to shape our shared future!

12/11/2025

The BAEDC is proud to have our Director of Workforce Development and Talent Attraction, De'Andre Fahie, representing Broken Arrow at the NORA Learning Lab this week! 🤩

The session brought together leaders from across Northeast Oklahoma to dive into data driven hiring strategies that boost retention and build a stronger, more resilient workforce. Dr. Kyle Fee from the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland shared standout insights on hard to fill manufacturing roles, the growing talent gap, and how benefits tie directly to job quality.

De’Andre returned energized by the real world examples of skills based hiring and the collaborative conversations shaping the future of our region’s workforce! 💪