Chase A. Beasley

About Chase A. Beasley

As a passionate advocate for innovation and economic growth, I’ve spent my career at the intersection of industry, policy, and community—building strategic partnerships that drive real impact. From the energy sector to aerospace and manufacturing, I’ve worked to connect people, ideas, and resources in ways that expand opportunity and shape the future of Oklahoma.Now, as Director of Government Affairs at Tulsa Innovation Labs, I’m focused on advancing our region’s leadership in next-generation industries like autonomous systems, AI, and advanced manufacturing. I collaborate with stakeholders at the local, state, tribal, and federal levels to support policies and partnerships that power Tulsa’s transformation into a world-class tech hub.Previously at American Airlines, I led workforce strategy and government affairs for the largest commercial aviation maintenance base in the world. I spearheaded recruiting initiatives, developed aviation career pipelines, and advocated for major economic incentives—always with an eye on long-term growth for Tulsa and the aviation industry.My work is grounded in a deep love for this city and state. I believe in bold ideas, but more importantly, in building the relationships that bring those ideas to life. Whether it’s inspiring students to pursue aviation careers, championing policy that strengthens our economy, or dreaming up what comes next for Tulsa—I’m all in.Let’s connect and explore how we can build something meaningful, together.

Experience

1. Director of Government Affairs

   Tulsa Innovation Labs

   Mar 2025 — Present · Tulsa, OK, US

   Leading efforts to align public policy, economic development, and industry partnerships to position Oklahoma as a hub for innovation and emerging technologies.

Education

• POLIMI Graduate School of Management

  Executive Course in Aerospace and Defense, Doing Business in Italy

• University of Oklahoma Gene Rainbolt Graduate School of Business

  Executive MBA, Aerospace and Defense

• University of Oklahoma

  BBA, Energy Management, Finance, & Economics

  2005 — 2010

Skills

• Oil/Gas
• Business Networking
• Local Government
• Oil & Gas Industry
• Mineral Rights
• Natural Gas
• Database Management
• Petroleum
• Public Speaking
• Government Relations
• Minerals
• Project Coordination
• Upstream
• Leases
• Social Media
• Oil & Gas
• Social Networking
• Title Opinions
• Aerospace
• Networking
• Pipelines
• Event Planning
• Onshore
• Energy Industry
• Energy
• Drilling
• Business Development
• Relationship Management
• Gas
• Economics