2. LAUNCHLAUNCH
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 during
the 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
3. Your contribution will allow the LED to
implement new economic development
initiatives.
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
4. 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 2015-2016FY 2015-2016
ANNUAL BUDGET
5. Program Priorities
GLOBAL 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 of
LED’s global economic development efforts. Key projects include:
Jobs
Targeted Industry Marketing Missions
Relationship with Top Tier Site Selection Consultants
Online Economic Development Tools
Third-Party Endorsements/Media Outreach
Community Image Building Iniatives
New Economic Research
6. 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 & Exhibition
Medical Design & Manufacturing
Food Processing and Production
BIO International Convention (Biotech & Pharmaceutical)
National Aerospace Exhibition
TARGETED ADVERTISING
Army Greenbook
Location Oklahoma Magazine
Expansion Magazine
Trade & Industry Magazine
Oklahoma – State of Success Quarterly Magazine
MEMBERSHIPS & PARTNERS
Oklahoma Business Roundtable
Oklahoma Governor’s Economic Development Marketing Team
International Council of Shopping Centers
CoreNet Global
Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International
Association of the United States Army
Association of Defense Communities
7. Get Involved
If 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.
PlatinumPartner
$10,000 + annual investment
Presidents Circle
Invitation to all events
Network with area leaders
Private activity briefings
Invitation for call trips, seminars
and conferences
Annual LED Luncheon
Complimentary admission for two
with priority seating and discounts
for additional guests
Public acknowledgment
Lawton Fort Sill Annual Economic
Review
Demographic Reports
Monthly Activity Report
Website
Partnership Listing Linked logo
Annual LED Luncheon
Complimentary admission for two
Public acknowledgment
Lawton Fort Sill Economic Review
Demographic reports
Monthly Activity Report
Website
Partnership Listing Linked logo
SilverPartner
$3,000 + annual investment
Annual LED Luncheon
Complimentary admission for two
with discounts for
additional guests
Public acknowledgment
Lawton Fort Sill Economic
Review
Demographic Reports
Monthly Activity Report
Website
Partnership Listing Linked logo
GoldPartner
$5,000 + annual investment
Demographic reports
Monthly Activity Report
Website
Partnership listing
Linked logo
BronzePartner
$1,000 + annual investment
LEVELS OF ENGAGEMENT
WE NEED YOU TO HELP
FULFILL OUR MISSION!
8. Directors
Board of
Lawton Fort SIll Economic Development Corporation
304 W. Gore Blvd. •Lawton, OK 73501
580.248.1623 •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
