So You Think You Know Oklahoma? Let's Get Down to Business!
Oklahoma: land of the wind, home of the Sooners, and birthplace of...wait for it...a surprising number of corporate giants! That's right, while tumbleweeds might be the first thing that pops into your head, Oklahoma boasts a thriving business scene with headquarters for companies that fuel our daily lives (and late-night cravings). Buckle up, because we're about to take a whistle-stop tour of some of the biggest names you might not have known called Oklahoma home.
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| What Companies Are Headquartered In Oklahoma |
Energy Powerhouses
Let's face it, Oklahoma's got oil running through its veins. It's no surprise then that some of the biggest names in the energy sector have set up shop here. Companies like Devon Energy and Continental Resources are playing a major role in keeping our lights on and our cars chugging. Fun fact: Devon Energy even has a giant golden Derrick sculpture outside their headquarters – it's basically a real-life oil baron trophy!
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Retail Royalty
Need a road trip refuel or a pit stop for some sugary treats? Oklahoma has you covered! Love's Travel Stops (known for their impeccably clean restrooms, hallelujah!) and Sonic Drive-In (those onion rings, though!) are both Oklahoma-born and bred. Calling all craft enthusiasts: Hobby Lobby, the one-stop shop for all your DIY needs, also hails from the Sooner State.
Tech Titans
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The tech world isn't immune to Oklahoma's charm either. Paycom, a cloud-based human capital management software company, is a major player and is even making waves on the Fortune 100 list. And for all you gamers out there: keep your eyes peeled for upcoming titles developed by Tulsa-based Freescale Semiconductor, a leader in embedded processing solutions.
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Beyond the Big Names
Oklahoma's got a bit of everything! From insurance companies like American Fidelity Assurance to communications giants like ONEOK, there's a surprising diversity of businesses that thrive here.
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So, the next time someone cracks a joke about Oklahoma being all cowboys and tumbleweeds, hit them with some business trivia! You might just surprise them.
FAQs
How to sound like a local when talking about Oklahoma companies?
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- Instead of: "Paycom"
- Try: "The Payroll Powerhouse" (with a wink, of course)
How to find out more about Oklahoma's business scene?
- The Oklahoma Department of Commerce has a wealth of information:
https://www.okcommerce.gov/
How to visit the Devon Energy Derrick?
- It's located right outside their headquarters in Oklahoma City. Just follow the giant golden gleam!
How to avoid a sugar rush at a Sonic Drive-In?
- Pace yourself, grasshopper! Or share those onion rings (with extra dipping sauce, obviously).
How to get a job at one of Oklahoma's booming companies?
- Check out their career websites and brush up on your Sooner pride!
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