Biz 417 | The Magazine for Business in the Ozarks

An Open Letter to the New Springfield City Leadership

Read recommendations for the future of Springfield, Missouri, guided by survey responses from the local business community.

Get to Know Taylor Warwick, COO of Mercy Springfield Communities

After years of leading health care expansions in Kansas City, Taylor Warwick embraces new opportunities as COO of Mercy Springfield Communities—and looks forward to diving into life in the Ozarks.

A Century of Cycling with A&B Cycle

For the past 100 years, A&B Cycle has been a mainstay in Springfield, Missouri. Its continuous commitment to serving its customers—from loyal cyclists to new riders—has solidified its spot providing 417-landers with a way to get outdoors.

On the Rise

Keeping College Station Theater Local

With many changes over the past 15 years, Paul Tillman and his dad, Scott, have decided to keep the ownership and operation of College Station Theater local.

Vantage Point

Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

A new placemaking effort is underway on Medical Mile, that 2.8-mile stretch between two giant health care systems on National Avenue in Springfield, Missouri. Better Block SGF is ready to tackle a very long challenge.

Networking in the Ozarks

Find out where to meet and network with other business leaders in Springfield and southwest Missouri.

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Doug Pitt and What We Can Do When We Care to Learn

Biz 417 sat down with Doug Pitt, founder of the nonprofit Care to Learn, to discuss his career, philanthropic interests and the things that...

jan 2023 | Charity, Leadership, People

Strategy

Future Proofing with Seth Harrell

417-lander Seth Harrell has a master’s degree in a unique field: foresight. Last year, he was selected as an emerging fellow by the...

jan 2023 | Companies, Strategy

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Get to Know Algerian Hart

By bridging gaps between people, Algerian Hart strives to build a sense of belonging on campus and in the community through his new role in...

jan 2023 | Companies, Education, Leadership

Family-Owned

How Lights Prosthetic Eyes is Always Evolving

Owner of Lights Prosthetic Eyes Randy Light shares his journey in an ever-evolving family business.

jan 2023 | Companies, Family, Next Gen

Small Businesses

Q&A with Andrew Doolittle

Andrew Doolittle and his business partners with GDL Enterprises, LLC, purchased property at the southwest corner of Grand and Grant in...

jan 2023 | Communication, Leadership, Strategy

Women in Business

Amanda Tummons on Staying Grounded

Amanda Tummons, partner at Husch Blackwell, works with national and international clients. She talks about how she approaches high-pressure...

dec 14 2022 | Branded Content, Native Content
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3 Ways to Grow Professionally

American National found that when their team plugged into these three opportunities, they saw professional and personal growth.

dec 01 2022 | Branded Content, Native Content
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Kerri Southard on How to Keep Customers Happy

Kerri Southard, back office operations manager at Volt Credit Union, talks about keeping customers happy.

nov 09 2022 | Branded Content, Native Content
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On the Road Again with Cheryl Briggs of Dermal Health Laser & Skin Care Clinic

sep 2024 | Outdoors, People

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SRC Holdings Solves Needs for Self-Storage

Learn how SRC Holdings solved a need for self-storage while making the best use of property they already owned.

sep 2024 | Strategy

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From Advising CEOs to Assisting Small Businesses, How This Local Business’ Programs are Moving Companies Forward

efactory is offering two programs to small business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and CEOs to help them grow their businesses and expand...

aug 2024 | Branded Content, Business Services, Entrepreneur, Workspaces
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Leadership Advice and Effective Habits with Forvis Mazars’ Kristen Wannenmacher Bright

Kristen Wannenmacher Bright gives Biz 417 readers insight into what it means to be a strong female leader, the habits she has adopted and...

aug 14 2024 | Branded Content, Financial, Leadership
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Branding Springfield, Missouri

A number of local entities are working to define 417-land’s brand. Biz 417 spoke with two of them to find out why that’s good for the...

jul 2024 | Downtown Springfield

Small to Mid-Sized

Codefi’s James Stapleton Turns to the Tech Industry

In his third act, Codefi’s James Stapleton turns a much-needed spotlight on the tech industry—and the jobs new companies provide.

jul 2024 | Technology

Leadership

Discovery Center's Tyler Moles on Educating the Next Generation

Tyler Moles joined the Discovery Center of Springfield in April 2021 as Chief Operations Officer and moved into the role of CEO in March...

jul 2024 | Education

Offices

How the Canine Rehabilitation Insitute Came to Springfield, Missouri

Traditional physical rehabilitation techniques meet cutting-edge technology—and a serious passion for animals—in this highly specialized...

jul 2024 | People, Pets

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An Open Letter to the New Springfield City Leadership

Read recommendations for the future of Springfield, Missouri, guided by survey responses from the local business community.

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Get to Know Taylor Warwick, COO of Mercy Springfield Communities

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A Century of Cycling with A&B Cycle

On the Rise

Keeping College Station Theater Local

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Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

Networking in the Ozarks

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Doug Pitt and What We Can Do When We Care to Learn

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How Lights Prosthetic Eyes is Always Evolving

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Q&A with Andrew Doolittle

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Amanda Tummons on Staying Grounded

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3 Ways to Grow Professionally

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Kerri Southard on How to Keep Customers Happy

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On the Road Again with Cheryl Briggs of Dermal Health Laser & Skin Care Clinic

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