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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Elevate Branson works to support the workforce behind the tourism industry in Branson, MO.

Family-Owned

Empowering Branson's Workforce with Elevate Branson

Since 2008, Bryan and Amy Stallings of Elevate Branson have been working to support the workforce that powers Branson’s tourism industry.

nov 2023 | Branson

Small to Mid-Sized

Giving Back with Branson's Titanic Museum Attraction

Titanic Museum Attraction in Branson makes giving part of their business model by partnering with a nonprofit that provides shoes to kids...

nov 2023 | Branson, Do Good, Giving Back

Culture

How Exercise Can Impact Team Building

Sometimes the best team building exercises with your work crew take place outside of the office—and involve literal exercise.

nov 2023 | Local Activities

Biz 100

Biz 417 Person of the Year 2023: Hal Donaldson

With a new world headquarters that opened in October, Convoy of Hope has had a big year. Founder Hal Donaldson has paved the way for its...

nov 2023 | Biz 100, People

Culture

Coast to Coast on Two Wheels

Ron and Nancy Bogart made themselves a lofty goal to bicycle in all 50 states while they’re in their 50s.

nov 01 2023 | Travel

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Meet Biz 417's 2023 Biz 100

Meet the 2023 Biz 100. You already know these names. They’re the people shaping southwest Missouri’s future. This list gets to the heart of...

nov 2023 | Biz 100, People

A mockup of the new Springfield Brewing Company.

Small Businesses

Q&A with Ty Iechyd Da Distillery Director of Brewery and Distillery Operations Brian Allen

With two expansions in the works, Springfield Brewing Company’s Ty Iechyd Da Distillery Director of Brewery and Distillery Operations Brian...

nov 2023 | Drinks, Q&A

A mockup of the reimagined Ozark Empire Fairgrounds.

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Reimagining Ozark Empire Fairgrounds

Big changes to Ozark Empire Fairgrounds are planned to have a big economic impact on Southwest Missouri.

nov 2023 | Build, Financial

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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

efactory is offering two new programs to small business owners.

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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

Vantage Point

Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

Networking in the Ozarks

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Empowering Branson's Workforce with Elevate Branson

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Giving Back with Branson's Titanic Museum Attraction

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How Exercise Can Impact Team Building

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Biz 417 Person of the Year 2023: Hal Donaldson

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Coast to Coast on Two Wheels

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Meet Biz 417's 2023 Biz 100

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Q&A with Ty Iechyd Da Distillery Director of Brewery and Distillery Operations Brian Allen

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Reimagining Ozark Empire Fairgrounds

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

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SRC Holdings Solves Needs for Self-Storage

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

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Leadership Advice and Effective Habits with Forvis Mazars’ Kristen Wannenmacher Bright

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Branding Springfield, Missouri

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Codefi’s James Stapleton Turns to the Tech Industry

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Discovery Center's Tyler Moles on Educating the Next Generation

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How the Canine Rehabilitation Insitute Came to Springfield, Missouri

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