The Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce will host its State of Economic Development Luncheon at noon Friday, July 18 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 135 NW Second St., Lawton.
Brad Cooksey, president and CEO of the Lawton/Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation, will share updates on major development projects, workforce trends and opportunities shaping the future of the Lawton- Fort Sill region.
Cooksey, a Lawton native, began his career as a teacher and coach at Lawton Eisenhower High School before transitioning into commercial real estate and insurance. He is an active community leader, having served with organizations such as the Lawton Public School Foundation, Cameron University Foundation Board, Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce Board, Spirit of Survival Committee, AMBUCS and Leadership Lawton. As LEDC president, Cooksey leads economic efforts focused on job growth and business development.
The luncheon is an opportunity to bring the community together to ask questions and hear directly from leadership about what’s happening locally.
Tickets are $25 for Chamber members and must be paid at the time of registration. Seating is limited; those interested are encouraged to call (580) 355-3541 to reserve their seat.