For Our Future

Building a Future-Focused Economy

The FISTA isn’t just creating jobs—we’re creating momentum. As the region’s leading defense innovation hub, we drive sustainable economic growth by attracting high-tech companies, expanding the talent pipeline, and connecting local visionaries with global opportunities.

Innovation as an Economic Engine

By housing mission-driven companies under one roof and connecting them with government contracts and R&D partners, we’re helping businesses scale faster—and stay local.

By the Numbers

  • $98M+ invested to date
  • 165+ active jobs supported (200+ projected by end of 2025)
  • $19M annual payroll generated in the innovation park
  • Over 11,000 visitors from 40+ countries  in the past year
  • 3,000+ students engaged in FISTA STEM programs in 2025

A Region on the Rise

Our impact doesn’t stop at our doors. From revitalizing downtown Lawton to supporting small business growth, The FISTA is helping reshape the local economy—without sacrificing its roots.

Southwest Oklahoma isn’t waiting for the future. We’re building it now.

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