The Chickasaw Nation & OKANA: Elevating OKC's Future
Capturing Statewide Attention
From groundbreaking to grand opening, the Chickasaw Nation partnered with Koch Comm to guide OKANA’s presence in the public eye. As the resort took shape, Koch Comm managed every major announcement, from construction progress and hiring milestones to ribbon-cutting logistics. The goal: position OKANA as a defining force in the city’s growth. To accomplish this, Koch Comm delivered full-scale public relations and media management including press releases, media kits, talking points, coordinated interviews, speechwriting, media pitching and more. These efforts ensured OKANA was one of the most visible stories statewide.
A Historic Launch
The launch itself generated more than 200 stories and $993,000 in earned media value. A single feature in *The Oklahoman* spanned more than 200 column inches—covering the entire journey of the Chickasaw Nation’s economic growth. Hotel rooms were fully booked on opening night, and the spotlight stayed on OKANA long after the ribbon was cut.
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Renderings and photos courtesy of the Chickasaw Nation and OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark.
Media Coverage
See just a few of the more than 200 stories and almost $1 million in earned media coverage for the OKANA ribbon cutting.
OKANA Resort opens in Oklahoma City after months of development
One of Oklahoma’s Largest Indoor Water Park Resorts Just Opened
OKANA ribbon cutting marks a transformative investment in OKC’s economic future
OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark opens to public
First tribally-owned resort OKANA celebrates grand opening
