Jennifer McGrail
Executive Director and OVF Chairwoman, 2022-2023
Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology
Wow! That is the best word I can think of to describe the energy and momentum that continues here in Oklahoma surrounding innovation and entrepreneurship. With the recent EDA Build Back Better Regional Challenge announcements, Oklahoma was only one of two states to receive news that two separate projects were award funding. These two projects were the direct result of collaborative work by many, many, organizations, all working together to toward build strong regional economies and spur economic growth. Many of our OVF members and supporters were part of these efforts and to each of you, we say thank you!
The excitement of the announcements carried over into our first OVF Power Lunch of the season. Our speakers entered a room alive with enthusiasm and excitement. Their presentations showed how founders here in Oklahoma are tackling large challenges and can impact almost everyone. Our October event will provide different perspective on starting a business when Kris Murray, joins us to talk on business exits and how to build and consolidate brands. We will also welcome pitch presenter, Brent Smith, with Firefly Energy Services, to talk about their new gas and liquid storage solutions.
We look forward to seeing you at the October OVF Power Lunch. We encourage you to invite a guest that might like to experience all that OVF has to offer!
Kindest Regards,
Jennifer McGrail
OVF Chair, 2022-2023
Register here to attend the October 12th Power Lunch
