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The U.S. Economic Development Administration defines its autonomous systems initiative as regional work in Greater Tulsa, rather than work limited to Tulsa city. [1]
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The U.S. Economic Development Administration defines its autonomous systems initiative as regional work in Greater Tulsa, rather than work limited to Tulsa city. [1]
The EDA lists an approximately $51 million historical award for the Tulsa Tech Hub. [2]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Tulsa ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #370 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
26 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Tulsa
Investors 21
Investor
InvestorEmpowering businesses through strategic investment.
InvestorInvesting in industrials and energy services across Middle America.
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Venture studios 4
Venture studioInnovating and creating new ventures.
Venture studioRapidly building companies to solve real-world problems.
Venture studioAccelerating energy innovation through collaboration.
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Accelerators 1
AcceleratorAccelerating diverse founders through team design and innovation.
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Raising in Tulsa
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
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Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
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Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
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What the sources say about Tulsa
The EDA lists an approximately $51 million historical award.
Source: Tulsa Tech HubThe EDA defines its autonomous systems initiative as Greater Tulsa regional work.
Source: Tulsa Tech Hub
Questions about Tulsa
How does Tulsa rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #370 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025).
How many startup investors are based in Tulsa?
21 investors based in Tulsa have a profile here, including Atento Capital University Investment Fellows, Black Gold Group and Argonaut Private Equity. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Tulsa?
Yes. Tulsa has 1 accelerator and 4 venture studios on record, including ACT House and Gitwit.
Geographic proximity
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