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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.

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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The Rise of PFI Western Store

Since the early years of PFI Western Store, owner Randy Little has steered his business into a Western-wear empire.

may 2017 | Strategy

Strategy

Three Tips from Bottom Line Financial Planning

If you had to stop working tomorrow, could your company continue without you? That’s one of the things Kenny Gott and John Piatchek aim to...

may 2017

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Tic Tac Tech Gear

Gear up with these futuristic finds that protect your tech and pump up your productivity.

may 2017 | Biz Style

Communication

Updating Your Company's Vacation Policy

The summer sun will soon be calling, meaning your employees will be itching to take a vacation. Before the time-off requests start rolling...

may 2017 | Strategy

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Workforce Development in Southwest Missouri

While many local companies struggle to recruit workers, some organizations are facing the region’s workforce development challenges...

may 2017 | Features, Jobs, Recruitment

5 Things You Can Learn From People

Don Harkey of People Centric Consulting Group discusses how airport interactions relate to organizations.

apr 27 2017

5 Things to Look Forward to at SPIN66

No big deal: Someone could win $10,000.

apr 25 2017

Treasure Your Talent

Why connecting with and understanding your employees can be an investment in your business.

apr 24 2017

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Shaun Hall and Kolby Kallweit Hustle and Harmony

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How to Create Work-Life Harmony

The Hustle and Harmony Podcast declares war on work-life balance and offers an alternative for goal-oriented professionals.

jul 2018 | Communication, Entrepreneur, Strategy

Strategy

How To Make a Successful Cold Call

Boost your cold calling success rates with these tips from a marketing pro.

jul 2018 | Communication, Strategy

Communication

Lindsay Haymes’s Favorite Local Accounts

The small business owner and former Springfield Chamber fixture follows these four Twitter accounts to keep her in the know.

jul 2018 | Downtown Springfield, Social Media, Women in Business

Strategy

Local Company Rethinking Basic Marketing Practice

Guerrilla Signs wants to change the way companies market their products.

jul 2018 | Companies, Marketing, Strategy

Local businessman Matt Battaglia with his family

Culture

Matt Battaglia Lets Go with Legos

When the local businessman is not on the clock, find him unleashing his inner child with his lego collection.

jul 2018 | People

McCormick & Co. Springfield Plant Frenchs

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McCormick & Company Sees Bright Future at Springfield Plant

The country’s leading mustard and hot sauce brands, French’s Mustard and Frank’s RedHot Sauce, are both produced in Springfield. In 2017,...

jul 2018 | Branding, Companies, Manufacturing

Culture

Meet the Maker: Jesse Kemp

Jesse Kemp, owner of Kemp Fine Woodworking, is evolving his business to meet his passions: crafting custom, quality pieces and traveling.

jul 2018 | Art, Build, Decor, Design

Leadership

Mentorship Moment: Doug Neff and Paden Wilcox

Doug Neff and Paden Wilcox connected through the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. The mentoring relationship has provided Wilcox with...

jul 2018 | Leadership, People, Q&A

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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

Rooted Here

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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The Rise of PFI Western Store

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Updating Your Company's Vacation Policy

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Workforce Development in Southwest Missouri

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Treasure Your Talent

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Matt Battaglia Lets Go with Legos

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McCormick & Company Sees Bright Future at Springfield Plant

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