Creative Oklahoma presents the Imagine & Inspire Speaker Series, showcasing inspiring Oklahomans who share their stories to spark ideas in creative thinking and innovation. Each keynote speaker is followed by a panel of experts who deepen the conversation on how creativity drives growth in personal, professional, and community life. By elevating local voices, the series reinforces creativity as a key to unlocking solutions and shaping a stronger, more resilient Oklahoma.
Sponsors are exclusively invited to a private, 30-minute VIP reception held prior to each session.
Bart Conner
August 28, 2025
Olympic gold medialist and CEO of Bart Conner Gymnastics Academy and Perfect 10.
Arshay Cooper
November 13, 2025
Rower, speaker and renowned author of "A Most Beautiful Thing" and "Let Me Be Real With You."
Sponsors
We are deeply grateful to the following partners for their support in bringing the Speaker Series to life. Their commitment to creativity and community helps make this important work possible.
Creativity Ambassadors Gala
Since 2008, the Oklahoma Creativity Ambassadors Gala has celebrated Oklahomans whose creative achievements have a made a significant impact in our nation. Appointed by the Governor and Creative Oklahoma, these Ambassadors represent diverse fields and highlight the importance of recognizing talent in all arenas of creativity. By showcasing their contributions, we raise awareness of Oklahoma's advancing creative opportunities and inspire a global audience to see our state as a hub of innovation and progress.
Programs & Initiatives
Our educational initiatives aim to empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators across Oklahoma. Through a range of programs designed to engage college students, young professionals, and the community, we are creating opportunities for individuals to explore and develop creative problem-solving skills that are essential in today’s fast-changing world.
Whether through interactive workshops, thought-provoking speaker engagements, or collaborative forums, our programs are grounded in the pillars of culture, commerce, and education. By fostering creativity across these domains, we aim to inspire participants to harness their creativity and apply it to their careers, communities, and personal growth. These initiatives provide the tools and experiences needed to think critically and innovatively in any field.
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