Stanley Carlisle Draper (November 21, 1889 – January 8, 1976) was an American community leader responsible for the growth of Oklahoma City into a regional power during the mid-20th century.

He was instrumental in the creation of Tinker Air Force Base, the Federal Aviation Administration Center, Will Rogers World Airport, Lake Hefner, the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, and many infrastructure projects key to establishing Oklahoma City as a transportation hub.

[5] One of his first matter of business was relocating the cluttered railroad tracks downtown and securing funds to build a grand Union Station.

[5] His connections were used to great effect as he nearly singlehandedly convinced the Federal Government to change aviation routes to fly through Oklahoma City's new airport.

[5] After World War II the United States Air Force was deciding between Wichita, Kansas, and Oklahoma City as the site of a new base.

He used his political and media connections to raise funds that government entities couldn't while suppressing any negative discourse about his actions in the papers and radio.

[5] His supporters claim these tactics were essential in the creation of a modern metropolitan area and are the sole reason for Oklahoma City's current cultural and economic stature within the United States.