Allow us to introduce ourselves

Gradient represents the blending of diverse ideas, people, and perspectives, adding texture and depth to our community. As one of the nation’s largest innovation hubs, Gradient fosters meaningful connections, nurtures bold ideas, and provides concierge introductions to entrepreneurial resources.

Though we do offer beautiful workspace, Gradient exists to provide the tools, programs, and support needed to elevate your work, grow your network, and drive Tulsa's progress. At Gradient, we don’t believe in complacency. We're building a future for Tulsa where everyone has the opportunity to gather, grow, and thrive.

Our core values

Our Team

Devon Laney

Devon Laney

Chief Executive Officer

Jamie Leupen

Jamie Leupen

VP of Marketing & Communications

Erin Haworth

Erin Haworth

VP of Systems & Operations

Alison Peta

Alison Peta

Chief of Staff

DaMon Jackson

DaMon Jackson

Director of Finance + Administration

Reagan Gowens

Reagan Gowens

Program Engagement Manager

David Taylor

David Taylor

Facilities Manager

Sabrina Davis

Sabrina Davis

Membership Manager

Chris Sayno

Chris Sayno

Member Concierge Lead

Jayden Thomason

Jayden Thomason

Marketing Specialist

Board of Directors

Devon Laney

Devon Laney

President

Gradient

Justin McLaughlin

Justin McLaughlin

Chair

Tulsa Regional Chamber

Rose Washington-Jones

Rose Washington-Jones

Vice-Chair

Tulsa Economic Development Corporation

Aaron Spoon

Aaron Spoon

CCK Strategies

Adam Baker

Adam Baker

Stride Bank

Ashli Sims

Ashli Sims

Build In Tulsa

Canem Arkan

Canem Arkan

Endeavor Heartland

Curt Carmichael

Curt Carmichael

C3 Advisors

David Reynolds

David Reynolds

BOK Financial

Jason Ludwig

Jason Ludwig

Cox Business

Jay Calhoun

Jay Calhoun

Apis Holdings

Jennifer McGrail

Jennifer McGrail

OCAST

Justin Harlan

Justin Harlan

Tulsa Remote

Kate Sullivan

Kate Sullivan

Black Dog Law, PLLC

Kenny Osborn

Kenny Osborn

GIVT

Kian Kamas

Kian Kamas

Valorem Public Private

Lawrence Watkins

Lawrence Watkins

Atento Capital

Libby Ediger

Libby Ediger

Atlas School

Malachi Blankenship

Malachi Blankenship

ACT House

Meredith Peebles

Meredith Peebles

Arnold Ventures

Reid Spears

Reid Spears

Texas Permanent School Fund Corporation

Rose Gamble

Rose Gamble

The University of Tulsa

Sarah Teague

Sarah Teague

Oklahoma State University

Tony Heaberlin

Tony Heaberlin

Tulsa Technology Center

Tracy Poole

Tracy Poole

FortySix Venture Capital

Tyler Coretz

Tyler Coretz

AMTRA Capital Partners

Tyrance Billingsley II

Tyrance Billingsley II

Black Tech Street

The OTASCO Legacy

Founded in 1918 by three Jewish brothers, the Oklahoma Tire and Supply Company quickly became a regional leader in the distribution of automotive products, offering tires, parts, and services to communities across the state. The warehouse, built in the 1920s in downtown Tulsa, was a central hub for the company’s expansive operations, contributing to the development of Oklahoma's industrial infrastructure.

Over the years, the warehouse became an iconic symbol of the state’s entrepreneurial spirit and growth during the automotive boom. Today, as Gradient, the space still stands as a testament to the legacy of innovation and resilience that helped shape Oklahoma’s business landscape.

OTASCO Building in 1926