Existing Business

Whirlpool Corporation plans to expand its operations in Tulsa with the addition of a new Factory Distribution Center (FDC). Adjacent to its existing manufacturing plant, the warehouse will support increased production capacity and improve efficiencies within the existing supply chain across North America, while simultaneously supporting growth in the region.

Sofidel Group, an Italian manufacturer of tissue paper, announced Friday a $360 million capital investment in Inola. The project will include the construction of a new facility that will support 300 jobs in the Rogers County community.

Governor Mary Fallin announced that DISH Network will bring 250 new jobs to Tulsa as the pay-tv provider expands operations in the city. DISH already employs over 600 team members at its Tulsa customer-care center.

QuikTrip plans to build a 250,000-square-foot manufacturing and distribution facility near 43rd Street North and Garnett Road to accommodate the growth of QT Kitchens and other facets of its business.

QT spokesman Mike Thornbrugh said the company has outgrown the facility it has near U.S. 169 and 51st Street, and the new facility is part of the company’s long-term plan.

Having an educated, well-trained workforce has been a focus of chamber efforts for years. To assist with promoting the Tulsa region to prospective new companies, expanding businesses and site selection firms, the Tulsa Regional Chamber has taken on the task of thoroughly assessing the regional labor market.

Six members of the Williams Cos.