Tulsa Innovation Labs

Approximately $51 million in funding from the EDA paves the way for six initiatives in the Tulsa region that will shape the future of the global autonomous systems industry. These projects, developed in collaboration with 75 organizations, will create more than 50,000 high-quality jobs and ensure that all Tulsans share in the region's progress. Learn more about how this funding will benefit our region: https://lnkd.in/gf5TvcWZ #Tulsa #TechHubTulsa #EDATechHub #TechHubs

Thank you to the team at Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology - Okmulgee for hosting us today to learn more about the innovative programs taking place on the Okmulgee campus. It's great to see the partnership between industry and education working together to train students for in-demand tech jobs in the region. We are excited by the opportunities made possible by partners like OSUIT! #tulsaregion #innovation #workforce #partnership

The Tulsa Innovation Labs team is growing again! We're thrilled to welcome Hayden Hinchey and Allison Rhodes to TIL to help round out our operations team. Hayden joins TIL as senior associate of marketing and communications. She graduated from the University of Mississippi before embarking on a career in strategic communications and public affairs here in Tulsa. She's worked with a variety of clients, including government/state agencies and nonprofits. Allison is our new associate of events and programming. She graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma. She brings a strong analytical background to her role, having spent three years as a data analyst and two as an events and registration coordinator. Help us give Hayden and Allison a warm welcome! Exciting things are ahead!

Yesterday, Tulsa celebrated a monumental step in its tech future. The Biden administration and the U.S. Economic Development Administration awarded $51 million to the Tulsa Hub for Equitable and Trustworthy Autonomy (THETA), led by Tulsa Innovation Labs. This investment will boost Tulsa's capabilities in autonomous systems through advanced manufacturing and critical technologies, vital for our national and economic security. Tulsa stands out as one of the 12 Tech Hubs to receive funding, chosen from 31 regions designated last fall. Expected to generate up to 56,000 new jobs, the THETA coalition is committed to developing a diverse, resilient and inclusive industry that harnesses the talents of many to ensure opportunities for all. Discover how Tulsa is driving innovation in autonomous systems at https://lnkd.in/g6qsmS4E.

Yesterday, TIL hosted partners to celebrate Tulsa's historic achievement of securing $51 million for the Tulsa Hub for Equitable and Trustworthy Autonomy (#THETA). No other city in the country received a larger award. This Tech Hubs investment propels the Greater Tulsa Region to become a global leader in developing and commercializing autonomous systems, creating upwards of 56,000 good jobs for our friends and neighbors in the process. The impact of this Tech Hubs investment is profound, amounting to more than $110 million over the next decade when combined with additional commitments. This success is a testament to the dedication of the coalition of 75 partners from academia, industry and the public sector -- many who joined us yesterday -- whose collaborative efforts have spanned years. This achievement is a moment to recognize and celebrate our collective strength. We are grateful to all who have supported and guided us. We are shaping a new future for Tulsa together. Black Tech Street Cherokee Nation Businesses L3 Technologies Madison Strategies Group NORDAM Oklahoma State University Osage, LLC PartnerTulsa Radius Capital Ventures TEDC The University of Tulsa Tulsa Community College Atlas School inTulsa Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics DronePort Network Tulsa Higher Education Consortium Accenture Asemio Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST) Atento Capital Tulsa Tech City of Tulsa George Kaiser Family Foundation Tulsa Community Foundation

Tulsa received $51 million of the $504 million awarded to regional Tech Hubs, tying with three other regions for the largest funding amount. Read what TIL Managing Director Jennifer H. said to the The New York Times about Tulsa's Tech Hub. https://lnkd.in/gkeAPRJt #autonomoussystems #secureautonomy #artificialintelligence #ai #TechHubTulsa #THETA #EDATechHubs #TechHubs

Today, Tulsa shines even brighter as one of only 12 Tech Hubs across the country to receive implementation funding under the U.S. Economic Development Administration's Tech Hubs program. Our proposal, the Tulsa Hub for Equitable and Trustworthy Autonomy (THETA) will be receiving approximately $51 million to strengthen our region’s position as a global leader in autonomous systems. The vision for the Tech Hubs program was ambitious: it urged regions from all over the country to play in the “big leagues” by focusing on the global-scale up of emerging industries by mobilizing regional assets, partnerships, and incumbent strengths to solve some of the nation’s biggest challenges. At Tulsa Innovation Labs, we have long believed there is no city in the country as well-equipped to lead this next era of industrial innovation as Tulsa. With our region’s rich history in aerospace and manufacturing, Tulsa has long been at the forefront of innovations in industries critical to american competitiveness. We have been quietly playing “big league” all along. Today is a defining moment for our city and validates that our region possesses the assets, capacity, and potential to lead the nation in emerging industries. We are a city determined to marshal innovation to create prosperity for the entire community, including those for whom opportunity has historically been denied. For locals, we hope it’s a moment that brings immense pride and one that ignites even more innovation. For those who don’t yet know what Tulsa is all about, this is an invitation to join us.  The transformative work officially begins today. I am so proud of the Tulsa Innovation Labs team and the partners who put in the work alongside us to bring to life our shared-vision of a globally-competitive Tulsa that unlocks opportunity for all. This vision is coming to life thanks to the leadership of our Steerco members: TEDC, Black Tech Street, Cherokee Nation Businesses, NORDAM, The Innovation Foundation at Oklahoma State University, and Oklahoma State University, Osage, LLC, Tulsa Community College, Tulsa Community WorkAdvance, L3Harris Technologies, The University of Tulsa, Radius Capital Ventures and also our partners at: Atlas School, Tulsa Higher Education Consortium, Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance, UAS Cluster Initiative, Skyway36, Tulsa Tech, Asemio, just to name a few. Tulsa's pioneering legacy is alive and well today thanks to so many. I can't wait to see what our future holds! Onward! For more information about our Tech Hub please visit: www.techhubtulsa.com #Tulsa #TechHubTulsa #EDATechHub #TechHubs

🎉 Today is a historic day for Tulsa – a region redefining tech innovation and securing the U.S.’s global tech leadership. Today the U.S. Economic Development Administration awarded approximately $51 million to the Tulsa Hub for Equitable and Trustworthy Autonomy (#THETA), a consortium led by Tulsa Innovation Labs and 75+ partners. For more information please visit: https://lnkd.in/gJ844xUs Tulsa is one of just 12 Tech Hubs awarded funding out of the 31 regions to receive “Tech Hub” designations last fall. See a complete list of winners here: https://lnkd.in/gKdsqPMz With a legacy shaped by aerospace and manufacturing, Tulsa is pioneering the future of innovation. This award will make Tulsa the world's destination to develop, test, manufacture and deploy trustworthy and equitable autonomous technologies. Tulsa will leverage this award to advance innovations critical to the future of economic and national security and bring forth new job opportunities for all Tulsans. The funding will support the following six projects: ❇️ Increasing coordination on commercialization strategies among universities and the startups they support; ❇️ Building a state-of-the-art testing and simulation environment–with a focus on cyber and data management–for companies, researchers and regulatory entities to address barriers to commercial adoption;   ❇️ Developing programs to identify opportunities for manufacturers in trustworthy and equitable autonomous systems supply chains and build out a manufacturing demonstration center where small companies can scale their capabilities;  ❇️ Creating an AI Center of Excellence to expand opportunities and increase exposure to technology for underserved communities;  ❇️ Expanding workforce programs to align training with industry needs, provide upskilling, and offer on-the-job training opportunities; and  ❇️ Establishing governance structures to execute projects, pursue additional funding and drive the Tech Hub’s strategy.   We are thrilled to receive this investment that will spur economic growth in the Heartland and secure Tulsa’s leadership in #autonomoussystems, #cybersecurity and #defense technologies. #Tulsa #TechHubTulsa #EDATechHub #TechHubs THETA was co-led by a steering committing including Black Tech Street, Cherokee Nation Businesses, L3Harris Technologies, Madison Strategies Group, NORDAM, Oklahoma State University, Osage, LLC, PartnerTulsa, Radius Capital Ventures, The University of Tulsa, Tulsa Community College and TEDC. Thank you to all of our coalition partners, the EDA and every Tulsan who made this possible.

🎉 One year of LaunchPad 🎉 This time last year, we announced the creation of the LaunchPad Center for Advanced Air Mobility at OAIRE. Since then, LaunchPad has become a hub for innovative ideas, leading to the development of new AAM technologies. Over the past year, the center hosted pivotal discussions on space safety and how travel to the furthest reaches of our galaxy will look. NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Artemis Astronaut Victor Glover was instrumental in inspiring future STEM students through one-on-one interactions about leadership and success in our advancing society. LaunchPad is playing a crucial role in the advancement of Drones as First Responders. This was showcased during trials where aerial drones communicated with automated ground elements to deliver essential supplies to emergency response teams. These technological advancements were made possible through LaunchPad's partnerships with industry members. These partnerships have led to the development of enhanced detect and avoid systems, which will increase advanced air mobility within Tulsa and other urban areas. We look forward to hosting the International Society for Atmospheric Research using Remotely piloted Aircraft (ISARRA) conference in September of this year. Bringing this international conference to Tulsa will help fulfill the center's commitment to the EDA's Build Back Better Regional Challenge.  Advancements in these areas wouldn't be possible without the help of partners like Tulsa Innovation Labs, Skyway36, Osage Nation, uAvionix Corporation, Tulsa Fire Department, Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma State University-Tulsa, The University of Tulsa #Tulsa #aerospace #engineering #oaire #okstate

A BIG day for our airport team that reflects years of work to prep the site (FAA release for non aero development) along with the care and diligence of Daniel Regan working with the site selection team to put together the package (local and state incentives) that ultimately pushed this over the finish line. Welcome to Tulsa NorSun! We look forward to having you as a neighbor and a significant contributor to the Tulsa economy!