Creating a Culture of Inclusion
Date: 01/26/2021Time: 3:30 pm
Description:
Ensuring Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Hiring Process
The Urban League of Greater Oklahoma City Inc. and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber have formed a new monthly series: Creating a Culture of Inclusion. The partnership is aimed at creating a stronger dialogue and engagement of the Oklahoma City business community around issues of social justice and anti-racism.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion conversations are important to implement among your current staff, but are they happening during the hiring process? On Jan. 26, join us to hear Angie Christopher discuss how we can ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion exist not only in the day to day, but in the hiring process as well.
Featured Speaker
Angie Christopher, HRBP, US Home Service Group, 180 Medical
Angie Christopher currently services as the global HR Business Leader for the US Home Services Group, a subsidiary of ConvaTec Companies. In this capacity, she is engaged in strategic and talent leadership for the organization. She also serves as the global chair for the Black Employee Network, ERG. Angie's time in HR leadership has spanned nearly 20 years with various companies.
She holds a Juris Doctor degree and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Oklahoma and is an avid part of the Sooner-Nation. Angie also has a private HR & Legal consulting firm that serves small businesses and non-profit organizations.
Tickets
Individual tickets are $25 for Chamber and Urban League members or $40 for nonmembers to each session. Urban League members, please email register@okcchamber.com or call 405-297-8921 for registration assistance.
Accessing the online event
Access to the Zoom event link will be emailed to the email address associated with each registration on Friday, Jan. 22 and a reminder will be sent on Tuesday, Jan. 26. The emails will come from events@okcchamber.com. Please ensure events@okcchamber.com is on your approved sender list. The best event viewing experience will be from a computer.
Presenting Sponsors
For more information, email register@okcchamber.com or call 405-297-8921.
Location:
Online Event via Zoom
Legislative Kickoff
Date: 01/28/2021Time: 11:30 am
Description:
Hear from Oklahoma House and Senate leaders about 2021 legislative issues.
A panel of Republican and Democratic leadership will discuss issues that affect local businesses.
This annual event offers the perfect opportunity for Chamber members to hear from area legislators and make their voice heard on issues impacting the business community.
Panelists
Senate President Pro TemporeGreg Treat
Senate Democratic Leader
Kay Floyd
House Majority Floor Leader
Jon Echols
House Democratic Minority Leader
Emily Virgin
Tickets
Tickets for members are $20 and $40 for nonmembers.
Sponsor ticket packages are available for purchase online:
- Online Premier package includes 12 registrations, logo recognition in the digital program and name recognition on the online platform for $1,000.
- Online Preferred package includes 10 registrations, name recognition in the digital program and on the online platform for $750.
- Online Essential package includes 8 registrations, name recognition in the digital program and on the online platform for $500.
Accessing the online event
The Zoom event link will be emailed to the email address associated with each registration on Tuesday, Jan. 26 and a reminder will be sent on Thursday, Jan. 28. The emails will come from a no-reply Zoom email address. If you do not see the email, please check your spam filter. The best event viewing experience will be from a desktop computer.
Email >register@okcchamber.com with questions.
Special thanks to Presenting Sponsor The Boeing Company.
Location:
Online Event via Zoom
Enlighten
Date: 02/05/2021Time: 12:00 pm
Description:
Practical and free resources to boost your business
Enlighten, a free Greater Oklahoma City Chamber virtual event, provides networking and practical resources to help boost your business performance.
The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber's Enlighten virtual event series will kick off its 2021 season with an update on how COVID continues to impact the business community, focusing on both the vaccine rollout and legal concerns for employers.
Speakers
Dr. Douglas Drevets
Chief of Infectious Disease
OU Health
Dr. Patrick McGough
Executive Director
Oklahoma City - County Health Dept. / OCCHD
Kristin Simpsen
Labor and Employment Attorney
McAfee & Taft
Enlighten virtual events are free and available to both chamber members and nonmembers.
The event link will be emailed to the email address associated with each registration on Wednesday, Feb. 3 and a reminder will be sent on Friday, Feb. 5. The emails will come from events@okcchamber.com. If you do not see the email, please check your spam filter. The best event viewing experience will be from a desktop computer.
For more information, email register@okcchamber.com.
Location:
Online Event via Zoom
Member Orientation
Date: 02/09/2021Time: 8:30 am
Description:
Learn about Chamber's key initiatives and programs while meeting other members.
Join us and learn more about your company's investment in the Chamber. It is also a great opportunity to network with other Chamber members, so bring plenty of business cards or brochures.
You will learn about our economic development efforts, government relations activities, community improvement programs and involvement opportunities.
There is no cost to attend. Register online or contact Reagan Perry at rperry@okcchamber.com or 297-8961 with questions.
Location:
Zoom
Chamber Forum
Date: 02/17/2021Time: 11:45 am
Description:
Join us for a monthly discussion from OKC thought leaders
Oklahoma City is a city on the rise, and we want you to stay informed about its major successes, challenges and ways that the business community can stay involved.
The Chamber will continue its successful monthly Chamber Forum series from January through October 2021. The Chamber Forum series brings thought leaders together to discuss major initiatives, programs and current issues that impact Oklahoma City's business climate, economy and community.
Check back later for topic and speaker announcements!
Schedule
11:45 a.m. to Noon - Small group networking (We'll randomly place all attendees into small groups for networking before the program kicks off at Noon. Think of it as your virtual "table!" Come prepared to meet new faces or reconnect with familiar ones. Video is highly encouraged.)
Noon - Program starts
Access to the Zoom event link will be emailed to the email address associated with each registration on Monday, Feb. 15 and a reminder will be sent on Wednesday, Feb. 17. The emails will come from events@okcchamber.com. Please ensure events@okcchamber.com is on your approved sender list. The best event viewing experience will be from a computer.
Chamber Forum full-season and half-season ticket packages now available! Purchase a full-season ticket package for all 10 Chamber Forums scheduled for 2021 at a discounted rate of $150 or a half-season package for five Chamber Forums for $75.
Email register@okcchamber.com with questions.
Special thanks to our Series Presenting Sponsor Cox Business.
Location:
Online Event Via Zoom
Creating a Culture of Inclusion
Date: 02/23/2021Time: 3:30 pm
Description:
Implementing a DEI program
The Urban League of Greater Oklahoma City Inc. and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber have formed a new monthly series: Creating a Culture of Inclusion. The partnership is aimed at creating a stronger dialogue and engagement of the Oklahoma City business community around issues of social justice and anti-racism.
Featured Speaker
Charlene Thomas
Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer
UPS
Tickets
Individual tickets are $25 for Chamber and Urban League members or $40 for nonmembers to each session. Urban League members, please email register@okcchamber.com or call 405-297-8921 for registration assistance.
Accessing the online event
Access to the Zoom event link will be emailed to the email address associated with each registration on Friday, Feb. 19 and a reminder will be sent on Tuesday, Feb. 23. The emails will come from events@okcchamber.com. Please ensure events@okcchamber.com is on your approved sender list. The best event viewing experience will be from a computer.
Presenting Sponsors
For more information, email register@okcchamber.com or call 405-297-8921.
Location:
Online Event via Zoom
MegaLunch
Date: 02/24/2021Time: 11:30 am
Description:
Build your network and engage in digital dialogue in a fun and unique way.
MegaLunch is an online speed networking event where you get 90 seconds to pitch your products or services to other professionals from the comfort of your home or office.
Using Zoom breakout rooms and a computerized rotation schedule, you will meet many new prospects AND be an expert at promoting your company during five rotations. Don't be shy - video and audio are required for this experience!
Due to the unique format of this event, only one person per member company can attend. MegaLunch is exclusive to Chamber members only.
Schedule
11:30 a.m. - Welcome comments
11:45 a.m. - Breakout rotations begin
The event link will be emailed to the email address associated with each registration on Monday, Feb. 22 and a reminder will be sent on Wednesday, Feb. 24. The emails will come from events@okcchamber.com. Please ensure events@okcchamber.com is on your approved sender list. The best event viewing experience will be from a computer with audio and video capabilities.
For more information, email register@okcchamber.com.
Location:
Online Event Via Zoom
Creating a Culture of Inclusion
Date: 03/23/2021Time: 3:30 pm
Description:
Increasing minority business suppliers
The Urban League of Greater Oklahoma City Inc. and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber have formed a new monthly series: Creating a Culture of Inclusion. The partnership is aimed at creating a stronger dialogue and engagement of the Oklahoma City business community around issues of social justice and anti-racism.
Check back soon for more details.
Tickets
Individual tickets are $25 for Chamber and Urban League members or $40 for nonmembers to each session. Urban League members, please email register@okcchamber.com or call 405-297-8921 for registration assistance.
Accessing the online event
Access to the Zoom event link will be emailed to the email address associated with each registration on Friday, March 19 and a reminder will be sent on Tuesday, March 23. The emails will come from events@okcchamber.com. Please ensure events@okcchamber.com is on your approved sender list. The best event viewing experience will be from a computer.
Presenting Sponsors
For more information, email register@okcchamber.com or call 405-297-8921.
Location:
Online Event via Zoom
Creating a Culture of Inclusion
Date: 04/27/2021Time: 3:30 pm
Description:
Creating space for cultural awareness
The Urban League of Greater Oklahoma City Inc. and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber have formed a new monthly series: Creating a Culture of Inclusion. The partnership is aimed at creating a stronger dialogue and engagement of the Oklahoma City business community around issues of social justice and anti-racism.
Check back soon for more details.
Tickets
Individual tickets are $25 for Chamber and Urban League members or $40 for nonmembers to each session. Urban League members, please email register@okcchamber.com or call 405-297-8921 for registration assistance.
Accessing the online event
Access to the Zoom event link will be emailed to the email address associated with each registration on Friday, April 23 and a reminder will be sent on Tuesday, April 27. The emails will come from events@okcchamber.com. Please ensure events@okcchamber.com is on your approved sender list. The best event viewing experience will be from a computer.
Presenting Sponsors
For more information, email register@okcchamber.com or call 405-297-8921.
Location:
Online Event via Zoom