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LAUNCH2015-2016
A STRATEGIC INITIATIVE THAT UNITES OUR COMMUNITY FOR BETTER JOBS AND A GROWING ECONOMY
LAUNCH
In 2014-2015, the Launch Lawton campaign was directly involved in recruiting over 616 new jobs with an estimated total payroll of over $27 million in new payroll for the community.
Facilitated over $21 million in new capital into Lawton.
Met with over 250 executives and site selectors and participated in over 14 industry trade shows.
Expanded LED’s web and social media platforms that have resulted in a dynamic increase of visibility of the Greater Lawton Region to national and global markets.
Provided two economic research projects that were designed for the business community. The Economic Review and Economic Outlook were released duringthe LED’s Annual Economic Forecast Luncheon.
Launch Lawton is a dedicated regional initiative to diversify the economy through job creation and
global awareness.
The success of Launch Lawton will increase the quality of life for residents and bring new capital
investment to the greater Lawton region that in-cludes Elgin, Cache, and all of Comanche County.
The purpose of the campaign is to raise the overall funding level for economic development and to
escalate the involvement from the private sector in economic development.
2014-2015 LAUNCH LAWTON RESULTS
Your contribution will allow the LED toimplement new economic developmentinitiatives.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION
Implementing an intensive,focused business–growth regional economic development program
Investing more targeted resources to enhance Greater Lawton’s brand and image
Taking strategic actions to improve the business climate in Oklahoma and the Great Lawton Region
Leading a collaborative talent development effort to grow, retain and attract a world-class workforce
When you invest in LAUNCH LAWTON
your contribution goes to
LED programs to drive
growth to the region by;
CREATING, GROWING AND RECRUITING BUSINESS AND JOBS IN THE REGION
ESTABLISHING A WELL-RECOGNIZED EXCITING BRAND AND IMAGE FOR GREATER LAWTON
CREATING A BUSINESS CLIMATE THAT IS CONDUCIVE TO GROWTH
GROWING, RETAINING AND RECRUITING THE WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE
The City of Lawton received $1,302,057.76 from the Hotel/Motel “Bed Tax” in FY 2014-2015 for the promotion of tourism and economic development. (City of Lawton Code Ordinances, Chapter 10, Article 10-12-1222). The City issued $786,100.00 to the Chamber of Commerce which then allocated $307,000 to the Lawton Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation for economic development.
The LED developed a detailed work plan with a comprehensive budget for FY 2015-2016. The work plan is a focused series of actions that will target new jobs and investment in the community. This includes hiring of business development professional and communications/research professional.
While the chart to the right shows all budgeted items and total budget, the LED will actively pursue several funding sources to reach the goal.
FY 2015-2016
ANNUAL BUDGET
Program PrioritiesGLOBAL BUSINESS DEVELOMENT/ MARKETING – the LED will develop and direct a global business development to attract the world’s best companies, entrepreneurs and talent. Working closely with local and state allies, the LED will serve as facilitators for companies considering a competitive investment in Comanche County region. Target industry clusters and competencies are the focus ofLED’s global economic development efforts. Key projects include:
Jobs
Targeted Industry Marketing MissionsRelationship with Top Tier Site Selection ConsultantsOnline Economic Development ToolsThird-Party Endorsements/Media OutreachCommunity Image Building Iniatives New Economic Research
TRADESHOWS AND CONFERENCES
Aviation, Maintenance Repair and Overhaul CoreNet Global Summit & Conferences (Corporate Real Estate Professionals)Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International Army Aviation Association of America International Council of Shopping Centers NBAA 2015 - Business Aviation Convention & ExhibitionMedical Design & Manufacturing Food Processing and Production BIO International Convention (Biotech & Pharmaceutical) National Aerospace Exhibition
TARGETED ADVERTISING
Army GreenbookLocation Oklahoma MagazineExpansion MagazineTrade & Industry MagazineOklahoma – State of Success Quarterly Magazine
MEMBERSHIPS & PARTNERS
Oklahoma Business RoundtableOklahoma Governor’s Economic Development Marketing TeamInternational Council of Shopping Centers CoreNet GlobalAssociation for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International Association of the United States Army Association of Defense Communities
Get InvolvedIf you share a long-term commitment to building a prosperous and sustainable regional economy, contact the Lawton-Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation about our new partnership opportunities to bring jobs and diversification to our economy.
Platinum Partner $10,000 + annual investment
Presidents CircleInvitation to all events
Network with area leadersPrivate activity briefings
Invitation for call trips, seminars and conferences
Annual LED LuncheonComplimentary admission for two with priority seating and discounts
for additional guestsPublic acknowledgment
Lawton Fort Sill Annual Economic Review
Demographic ReportsMonthly Activity Report
WebsitePartnership Listing Linked logo
Annual LED LuncheonComplimentary admission for two
Public acknowledgmentLawton Fort Sill Economic Review
Demographic reportsMonthly Activity Report
WebsitePartnership Listing Linked logo
Silver Partner$3,000 + annual investment
Annual LED Luncheon Complimentary admission for two
with discounts for additional guests
Public acknowledgment Lawton Fort Sill Economic
ReviewDemographic Reports
Monthly Activity ReportWebsite
Partnership Listing Linked logo
Gold Partner$5,000 + annual investment
Demographic reportsMonthly Activity Report
WebsitePartnership listing
Linked logo
Bronze Partner $1,000 + annual investment
LEVELS OF ENGAGEMENT
WE NEED YOU TO HELP FULFILL OUR MISSION!
DirectorsBoard of
Lawton Fort SIll Economic Development Corporation304 W. Gore Blvd. •Lawton, OK 73501580.248.1623 •www.lawtonedc.com
Mr. Philip D. Kennedy, CEO, Comanche Lumber Company, Inc.
Mr. Ron Nance , CEO, Ron Nance Enterprise
Mr. Paul Ellwanger, Executive Vice President, City National Bank
Ms. Debra Welch, President/CEO, Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce
Mr. Jerry Ihler, City Manager, City of Lawton
Mr. Arthur Patrick, General Manager, Lawton Communications
Mr. Mark Brace, Incoming Chair, Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce
Mayor Fred Fitch, Mayor of the City of Lawton
Dr. John McArthur, President, Cameron University
Dr. Tom Thomas, Superintendent, Great Plains Technology Center
Mr. Nathan Slate, Site Manager, Northrop Grumman
Mr. Jacob Brox, Chairman, Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce
Mr. Joe Gallagher, SES, Deputy to the CG, Fires Center of Excellence