Entrepreneurship as a Hospitality Engine: Lessons from Tulsa’s Revitalization — And Opportunities Ahead

Join us as we hear from former Mayor Kathy Taylor!  Kathy Taylor is a strategic businessperson, a captivating thought leader, a community builder and a steadfast advocate for women and entrepreneurism. She is a long-time promoter of equity in education and business. From her early days as a lawyer and as an executive for Dollar/Thrifty Car Rental to her most recent post as the Dean of the Collins College of Business, at the University of Tulsa, Kathy focuses on mentoring others. She served as Mayor of Tulsa, and Oklahoma’s Secretary of Commerce, Tourism and Workforce. She is also the founder of Impact Tulsa, co-founder of the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation, and co-founder of VEST, a network for professional women. Most recently, Kathy has opened Anybody’s Guest, a retail store on Route 66 focused on community connection.

We'll also recap the year, and install the 2026 Board of Directors!