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Dennis Pruitt to Join Greater Oklahoma City Chamber as Senior Vice President of Economic Development
3/10/2025
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber announced today that Dennis Pruitt, CEcD, will join the organization as senior vice president of economic development. Pruitt will lead the Chamber’s business recruitment and expansion efforts, economic research, industry sector development and destination retail initiatives. He will also lead the Greater Oklahoma City Partnership, a 10-county regional economic development alliance. 
Pruitt brings more than 30 years of experience in economic and community development. He most recently served as vice president of business development for the Missouri Partnership, a statewide public-private organization focused on economic growth across urban and rural communities. A recognized leader in economic development, Pruitt is actively involved in the International Economic Development Council and previously chaired its international committee.
“We are incredibly fortunate to have a leader of Pruitt’s caliber choose to lead our economic development program,” said Christy Gillenwater, president and CEO of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber. “His proven success in business recruitment and development—both domestic and international—combined with his deep understanding of planning and community development will be invaluable to our mission. His extensive network within the site selection industry and experience in building regional and statewide coalitions and partnerships will be instrumental in driving economic momentum across our region. He will be a transformative leader for our economic development initiatives.” Pruitt was drawn to the position by the region’s tremendous potential. "This is an exciting opportunity to serve at a world-class chamber that is focused on community leadership and economic progress,” he said. “I look forward to collaborating with the quality companies, organizations and governmental entities that work hard every day to position this dynamic 10-county region for growth." The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber is the lead economic development organization for a 10-county region in central Oklahoma. The organization is one of the largest chambers of commerce in the country and leads the region for economic development, visitor development and community growth. Last year, the Chamber worked with more than 100 recruitment and expansion projects bringing nearly 6,000 jobs to the region. Pruitt has been with the Missouri Partnership since 2008. He previously worked in economic development with the Montgomery County Action Council in Independence, Kansas, and as a planner for the cities of Independence and Hutchinson, Kansas. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Harding University, a master’s degree from Texas A&M University, and is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute. He is also a certified economic developer through the International Economic Development Council. Pruitt will begin his role in Oklahoma City in late March. About the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber has been the voice of Oklahoma City business and industry for more than a century, taking an active role in helping create a business climate in Oklahoma City that is conducive to its long-term growth and vitality. The Chamber supports its members and the business community through its divisions of Economic Development, Education, Government Relations, Marketing and Communications, and Membership. Visit Oklahoma City is also a division of the Chamber, promoting Oklahoma City as a first-class visitor destination. www.okcchamber.com Contact: questions@exhibitormagazine.com |
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