Posts by TEDC Staff Writer
Creating a GEM: Greenwood Entrepreneurship at Moton
Table of Contents: A Vision Rooted in Community Investing in the Vision Making It Possible: Land, Logistics, and Persistence Protecting the Vision Reimagining a Historic Landmark Building Through Uncertainty A Space Reborn for the Next Generation From Legacy to Future Long before it became the center of a new vision, the Moton Hospital was deeply…
Read MoreMeet Ray Fitzgerald: Empowering Oklahoma Businesses Through Strategic Lending
In the dynamic world of small business financing, access to flexible, affordable capital can make all the difference between stagnation and growth—especially in today’s challenging economic climate. At the forefront of innovative lending solutions in Oklahoma is Ray Fitzgerald, Director of Loan Programs at TEDC Creative Capital. Based in Tulsa, Ray specializes in the…
Read MorePalmer secures long-term home with property purchase through joint CDFI investment
OKLAHOMA CITY— For the past 22 years, Palmer Addiction Recovery Services has leased the same facility to operate its residential treatment program for women with children. On December 16, the organization took an important step forward by purchasing the facility from the State of Oklahoma, securing long-term ownership of the property that has served as…
Read MoreFrom Finance to Flavor: C’est Bon Kitchen & Libations Brings Creole and Cajun Cuisine to North Tulsa
“C’est bon” is Cajun French word for “it’s good.” At C’est Bon Kitchen & Libations, Tulsa’s newest Creole and Cajun eatery, foodies can most definitely enjoy those delicious NOLA flavors that’ll have you saying “it’s good” all day long. The tasty meals and down-home vibes are all thanks to the vision of owner and operations manager David Franklin, who shares his love for food with help from TEDC Creative Capital.
Read MoreBaking Up Success: Specialty Bakery Expands Production with Flexible Refinancing from TEDC
Lan Robinson, owner and founder of Specialty Bakery of Tulsa, has experienced three decades of success baking and supplying high-end rolls, buns, and breads to large food companies, grocery chains, and restaurants around the country.
Read MoreHistoric Moton Hospital Transformation Brings New Opportunities to Greenwood
A landmark piece of Tulsa’s history is getting a second life, and it’s poised to become a catalyst for economic growth in the Greenwood District. The old Moton Hospital, which has stood vacant for years, is currently under construction to become Greenwood Entrepreneurship at Moton—a hub designed to foster business opportunities and community development. Breathing…
Read MoreFresh Cuts, Fresh Starts: Toms Men’s Haircuts Grows with TEDC Support
Justin Moore, the visionary behind Toms Men’s Haircuts, is thriving now. Like many entrepreneurs, he has experienced ups and downs, shifted plans, and gone through hard times—including saying goodbye to a prior business he had worked hard to create, and hello to a successful new business. It’s been a journey, but one he’s glad he took, with financing from TEDC Creative Capital.
Read MoreOpening Doors to Employment: Imani Global Logistics Serves the Community with Flexible Funding provided by TEDC
With years of experience in healthcare, Nancy Grayson, Ph.D., didn’t start out with a desire to own a business. But her drive to help people find jobs led her to launch her own delivery company. Her current venture, Imani Global Logistics, delivers vital medicine to hospitals, utilizing vehicles purchased through funding from TEDC Creative Capital.
Read MoreSharing a Love of Food: TEDC Client Curds and Whey Thrives at Mother Road Market
Curds and Whey is in its fourth year at Mother Road Market in Tulsa, and chef/owner Faith Walker is excited for what the future holds for her small business.
Read MoreFlying into the Future: Drone Testing Facility Skyway Range Grows with Flexible Funding from TEDC Creative Capital
This innovative drone testing center is powering new technology and fueling economic opportunity across the state, thanks partly to flexible funding from TEDC Creative Capital.
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