Oklahoma Honors Elizabeth Threlkeld as 2025's Top Startup Graduate

Elizabeth Threlkeld of Sunny Creek Trading Post has been named Incubator Tenant of the Year for 2025. The award, presented by the Oklahoma Business Incubator Association (OKBIA), recognises outstanding achievement within the state’s startup community. Threlkeld’s business recently graduated from the Pioneer Tech Center Incubator in Ponca City. OKBIA has played a key role in Oklahoma’s startup scene for over two decades. The organisation supports entrepreneurs through advocacy, policy development, and direct assistance. Its network includes 34 member groups and 54 professionals focused on helping new businesses grow.

The *Incubator Tenant of the Year* award is handed out annually at the Oklahoma Venture Forum Awards. OKBIA also hosts quarterly meetings where incubator leaders share strategies and discuss best practices. These gatherings help strengthen collaboration across the state’s business support network. Sunny Creek Trading Post completed its time at the Pioneer Tech Center Incubator before winning the award. OKBIA’s mission is to guide startups from early ideas to full commercial success. More details about their work can be found at [www.okbia.org](http://www.okbia.org).

Threlkeld’s achievement highlights the impact of OKBIA’s long-term support for local entrepreneurs. The association continues to expand its reach, ensuring more startups receive the resources they need. This year’s award reflects ongoing growth in Oklahoma’s business incubator ecosystem.