CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Rooted in history. Focused on the future.

Who We Are:

The Wilburton Area Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization dedicated to driving sustainable economic growth across Latimer County. With deep roots in our city’s founding and a clear vision for its future, we serve as a connector, advocate, and partner for local businesses, entrepreneurs, creatives, and community leaders.

What We Do:

Championing small business.
Building community.

  • Promote local businesses – Amplify rural entrepreneurship and showcase the value of shopping local.

  • Collaborate with key partners – Work alongside the City of Wilburton, the Choctaw Nation, and regional organizations to strengthen economic opportunity.

  • Support growth – Facilitate workforce, infrastructure, and tourism development projects.

  • Advocate – Work with local and regional leaders on policy that benefits small business and supports inclusive growth.

  • Lead – Deliver campaigns, events, and placemaking initiatives that energize our community and celebrate Latimer County pride.

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Meet Our CEO

Hannah Royce Shaffer

Hannah Royce Shaffer serves as CEO of the Wilburton Area Chamber of Commerce, leading with a focus on small business support, community connection, and rural growth. A fifth-generation Wilburton resident, she brings experience in creative strategy and economic development to help local businesses thrive while honoring the history and character that make Latimer County unique.

Meet Our Board Members

  • Kareesa Cook

    PRESIDENT

  • Jason Conley

    VICE-PRESIDENT

  • April Chapman

    TREASURER

  • Michelle Warmuth

    SECRETARY

  • Jara James

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Tristan McCool

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Mike Musgrove

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Tori McCool

    BOARD MEMBER

  • Jonathan Wynn

    BOARD MEMBER

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Our Story

The Wilburton Area Chamber of Commerce traces its roots to April 1904, when thirty local business leaders organized the Wilburton Commercial Club from offices upstairs in the Royce Building.

According to local historian R.B. Mitchell, those early leaders wanted Wilburton to grow with intention—not as a reckless boomtown, but as a strong community with better public services, reputable businesses and opportunities built to last. The group was later remembered in Wilburton’s Centennial history as the town’s first Chamber of Commerce.

More than 120 years later, that work continues.

Today, the Chamber supports local businesses, brings people together, promotes community-driven growth and helps tell Wilburton’s story through programs like Visit Wilburton. We are proud of where this organization began—and even more excited about the next chapter we are building together.

Rooted in Wilburton. Working for what comes next.