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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3 Tips for Committing to Your Cause

Julie Higgins started Julie’s Chewies, a gourmet sweet shop in Springfield, but that’s only one of her many business ventures. She also...

jan 13 2016

People Centric January Insights

Each month, we go to the team at People Centric Consulting Group to gather their own insights based on real experiences with organizations....

jan 13 2016

National Awards Presented to Local AWC Chapter

The Association of Women in Communications (AWC), a professional organization that supports the advancement of women in communications...

jan 07 2016

Missouri Organic Association 2016 Annual Conference Opens Registration

Registration is now open for the conference, which runs February 4-6 at University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center in Springfield.

jan 07 2016

Local Advertising Agency Expands Staff

Calibrate Marketing welcomes Obi Simpson a search-engine optimization and content specialist.

jan 06 2016

Springfield Start-Up Changes Television Viewing

A Springfield-based start-up is changing the way people watch television, and it needs your help bringing the invention to market.

jan 05 2016

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Advice Served Neat With Randell Wallace

Randell Wallace is Partner In Charge of the Springfield office of Lathrop & Gage, and he’s gotten there thanks to a lot of hard work and...

jan 2016 | Advice & Whiskey, People, Whiskey

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All in the Family

For some 417-land families, an entrepreneurial spirit runs in the genes. The Haik family’s knack for starting, purchasing and running...

jan 2016 | Infographics

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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

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How To Make a Successful Cold Call

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

jul 2018 | Communication, Strategy

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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

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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

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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

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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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National Awards Presented to Local AWC Chapter

Missouri Organic Association 2016 Annual Conference Opens Registration

Local Advertising Agency Expands Staff

Springfield Start-Up Changes Television Viewing

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Advice Served Neat With Randell Wallace

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