2023

Impact
Report

Celebrating $1B in impact
5 Year Total
$1B

Economic Impact

($1,126,735,555 to be exact)
How Big Is A Billion?
In Dollars
It's saving $100/day
for 27,397 years
In Steps
It's running 10 mph
for 190 years nonstop
In Volume
It's 25,000 pounds
of confetti
In Minutes
It's 1,901 years

2023 Results

445
businesses
Served
3,206
total jobs
$147.1m
gross sales
74%
higher salary than tulsa average*
44
new products launched
$218
impact per $1 dollar invested in 36°N

$77.2M Total Member Funding

61% Venture Capital
2%
Friends and Family
5%
Grants
2%
Angel Investors
30% Loans

Our journey to $1B

2019
$238.7M
2020
$375.5M
2021
$572.6M
2022
$859.9M
2023
$1.126B
*June 2023 US BLS wage data.

2023 Wins

3,000+
Members
40+
Incubator Startups
14
In-house Resource + Capital Providers
48
Companies Secured Funding
Write on fundraising founder
Write On Fundraising was named one of America’s Top Small Businesses by the U.S.Chamber of Commerce, the only business in Oklahoma to receive this distinction.
legacy letters founders interviewed on the today show
Legacy Letters was featured on the Today Show for its work empowering parents to foster a deeper connection with their children through heartfelt letters.
learncraft spanish podcast artwork
LearnCraft Spanish launched a new podcastthat charted in Applepodcasts and surpassed1 million downloads inits first year.
A group of members from Co.starters pre accelerator
With our partners at Tulsa Tech & UMA Tulsa, 36°N empowered 30+ entrepreneurs to complete the CO.STARTERS Pre-Accelerator program, offered in both Spanish and English.
build in tulsa members host the black venture summit
Our partner, Build in Tulsa, grew its network to include 390 entrepreneurs and invested $9M, hosted Black Venture Summit, and was featured in Forbes, Black Enterprise, and Essence.
36n tulsa members pose for a picture at the international entrepreneurship exchange
The 36°N team was selected to participate in two international entrepreneurship exchange programs, hosting Southeast Asian fellows and traveling to Sri Lanka to share industry knowledge.
imagiread and nasa logos
Imagiread was selected to partner with NASA and facilitate equitable science-based programming for youth ages 9-13 in Houston.
derek montgomery attends a meeting at google's offices for new ai powered products
Incubator Founder Dominick Montgomery was invited to be one of the first 70 people worldwide to experience Google's new AI-powered products on an exclusive trip to NYC.
Coop, the founder arbit, a sneaker resale price app, poses for a headshot
Coop, founder of Sillhouette Sneakers +Art, launched Arbit, a price forecasting app designed for the sneaker resale market, closing a $1M pre-seed round.
Soaak Technologies members sit for a meeting in the boardroom
Soaak Technologies won a $1.1M contract with The Pentagon through a connection made by the 36°N team. In 2023, they also acquired three Tulsa-based clinics and launched a new virtual health service.
Kidvation memebers pose for a picture at the Innovation Challenge in Tulsa
We partnered with Kidvation Global to launch the Innovation Challenge in Tulsa, a program pairing local 5th-grade students with startups to solve real problems faced by founders.
landscape image of the Tulsa skyline
Tulsa was named a “Tech Hub”by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration.This designation unlocks $75 Min federal funding and validates Tulsa as a national leader in innovation.

A promising future under a historic roof

Introducing Tulsa's Hub for Innovation and Entrepreneurship: One of the largest in the nation. One central location for all of our members, partners, and resource providers to gather, grow, and thrive. Opening end of 2024.
Learn More
Coworking, Desks+ Offices
In-House Capital + Resources
Conference
+ Training Rooms
Accelerators + Incubators
300-Person Event Space
Onsite Dining

Friends of 36°N,

We are incredibly proud to share our 2023 Economic Impact Report with you. Since opening in 2016, we've remained dedicated to fostering a thriving ecosystem for the entrepreneurs, remote workers, and startups that are fueling economic growth in Tulsa.

Our efforts are working, as 36°N members have generated an extraordinary $1.13 BILLION in direct economic impact on the Tulsa region over the last 5 years!

The impact of 36°N extends far beyond this milestone. It's about the individuals and businesses we’ve empowered to pursue their dreams and make a difference in our community.

It's about the connections, ideas, and collaborations that come from our programs, resources, and partnerships.

And it’s about the 445 businesses we supported in 2023 that created over 3,000 jobs in our region.

These achievements underscore the vital role that 36°N plays in economic development and job creation in Tulsa, and they would not be possible without you - our partners and supporters. Your commitment to 36°N, your belief in our mission, and your dedication to entrepreneurs, remote workers, and startups in Tulsa have been instrumental in our achievements.

As we look ahead to the future and to the opening of one of the largest innovation & entrepreneurship hubs in America, we are excited to continue working to grow economic impact, foster innovation, and build a stronger, more vibrant community.

With your ongoing support, we will continue to drive meaningful impact by building the future of entrepreneurship in Tulsa.

Stay tuned - we’re just getting started.

36n founder ,Devon Laney, Headshot
Devon Laney
President & CEO

Who we are

36 Degrees North is Tulsa’s hub for innovation, entrepreneurship,
and remote work.

What we do

Inspire Innovation
We curate opportunities to explore new ideas and drive meaningful progress.
Equip & Educate
We provide tools for education and growth.
Cultivate Belonging
We create spaces where everyone is welcomed, valued, and empowered.
Exceed Expectations
We focus on the details to deliver exceptional service.
Celebrate Success
We elevate our members, celebrate wins,
and have fun.