Deputy Director at Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department - Oklahoma City, OK, US
As the 3rd largest industry in the state, Tourism is big business for Oklahoma!In 2016, tourism contributed $8.6 billion to Oklahoma's economy in direct visitor spending, generating $627 million in state and local tax revenue. Tourism dollars save Oklahoma residents significant sums each year, equating to a savings of $410 per household. The industry is supported by 100,000 jobs with a payroll of $2.2 billion.