PCDA Leases Spec Building "Duke"

Ponca City Development Authority (PCDA) is proud to announce that its 39,000-square-foot spec building, known as “Duke,” has been leased to World Weidner, a leading retailer in the sewing, embroidery, quilting, and vinyl industries. The company took possession of the building this month and is currently planning internal systems and furnishing the space in preparation for relocation. This milestone reflects PCDA’s commitment to supporting local business growth through strategic development initiatives.

World Weidner, founded by Oliver Weidner in 2005 in Blackwell, Oklahoma, relocated to Ponca City in 2009. After operating on Grand Avenue and later moving to Knight Street, west of Lowe’s, the company continued to experience significant growth. On April 10, the World Weidner team toured their new facility for the first time, expressing enthusiasm for the expanded space. The company, which currently employs 26 staff members, has outgrown its previous location, utilizing shipping containers for additional storage. The new 39,000-square-foot facility will provide ample space to accommodate current operations and future expansion.

As the number one Brother dealer in the United States and the top Singer dealer worldwide, World Weidner is poised for substantial growth. “This move marks the beginning of significant further expansion for us,” said Oliver Weidner. “We anticipate doubling both our business and our staff in the coming years.”

The lease of “Duke” underscores the success of PCDA’s spec building program, designed to provide move-in-ready facilities that enable local businesses to scale quickly. This program has been instrumental in attracting and retaining businesses in Ponca City. "The leasing of the Duke building to World Weidner exemplifies our mission to provide infrastructure that meets the needs of our local businesses,” said Lori Henderson, Executive Director of PCDA. “By constructing four spec buildings to date, PCDA has created opportunities for companies to establish and expand their operations in Ponca City.”

To learn more about World Weidner’s products and industry leadership, visit their website at www.worldweidner.com. PCDA congratulates Oliver and his team (pictured above in their new BIGGER building) on this exciting new chapter and looks forward to supporting World Weidner’s continued success in their new home.