"You might feel that you don't have time to get involved, but I would say - you don't have time NOT to." Kathy Taylor

Don't forget that you can watch the conversation with Kathy Taylor LIVE on the Cultivate918 Facebook page: facebook.com/cultivate918/

City of Tulsa wants to increase the density of cyber security businesses as a priority. Losing too much talent to Washington DC.

"We are looking at ways to keep cyber security talent in Tulsa. It's a hugely important industry that we can do well." Kathy Taylor

"Public dollars still support large industrial development. We need to address the policies in place that make it that way." Kathy Taylor

Taylor looks to Portland as a city that has policies in place that support small businesses well.

Audience member suggests a "speed dating" event for small businesses to to pitch services to large industry members needing contractors.

High praise from@MayorTaylor for TulsaFMAC 's Abby Kurin. Kurin does a great job showcasing Tulsa's creative industries.

"My vision for the city of Tulsa website is to make it client focused - a user friendly showcase of Tulsa's resources for entrepreneurs."

Taylor has seen a shift since Mayor Bynum took office. There is a change in the culture of the city and how people think about things.

Audience thinks that city of Tulsa needs to increase social media capabilities, and provide small businesses sharable graphics/resources.

"We (the city) can't do everything - but what we can do is convene. And when the Mayor convenes people, they come." Kathy Taylor

Audience worried about Tulsa's allegiance to oil/gas. Kathy Taylor discusses renewable energy moves like solar panels at the library.

"If you're not involved in the city you love, it will never be the city you want." Kathy Taylor talking truth.

Audience talks about a need for affordable housing downtown for entrepreneurs.

Audience would love to see Tulsa's top CEOs/executives speak about best practices and offer resources.

"I appreciate all of this input, and I don't want it to stop here. We recognize at the City that this economy has changed." Kathy Taylor

"We want to make this a world class city. Help us do that by continuing the dialogue." Kathy Taylor

Thanks Kathy Taylor for an engaging and informative conversation! And thank you to the many Tulsa entrepreneurs for coming out tonight!

Big news! @LobeckTaylorFF and Access Ventures are bringing kiva.org to #tulsa. Tulsa Kiva Lead job description here: ow.ly/ToJs30c2pPB