The Tulsa Tech Hub & Career Architecture

How the EDA Regional Technology and Innovation Hub designation is transforming Tulsa into a national center for autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and inclusive workforce mobility.

The Autonomous Systems & Aerospace Epicenter

Tulsa was designated by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) as a federal Regional Technology and Innovation Hub for autonomous systems and aerospace manufacturing. This federal recognition, paired with over $100M in regional civic and philanthropic investment, has accelerated demand for technical talent across Northeastern Oklahoma.

Breaking the Four-Year Degree Requirement

To meet the hiring demands of expanding aerospace and cybersecurity employers, Tulsa cannot rely solely on traditional university pipelines. ABC Talent Hub provides the crucial skills-based architecture:

• Accelerated Micro-Credentials: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and Google IT Support certifications completed in 10 weeks.
• Work-Based Apprenticeships: Earn-while-you-learn placements where candidates transition into $22–$42/hr technical roles.
• Equitable Access: Loaner developer hardware, home internet support, and career navigators ensure underrepresented communities participate in the regional tech boom.