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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.
Taylor Warwick
New on the Scene

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&B Cycle team
Rooted Here

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.
College Station Theater
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.
Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile
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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After 73 Years, Jay Key Service Remains Open to Change
Family-Owned

After 73 Years, Jay Key Service Remains Open to Change

Jay Key Service has a long history of change and transformation as new generations have stepped up to lead.

sep 2017 | Next Gen
A Tour of PaperWise’s Eric Wubbena’s Office
Offices

A Tour of PaperWise’s Eric Wubbena’s Office

After being self-employed for 10 years, Eric Wubbena knows the type of office he likes best. As the Director of Business Development and...

sep 2017 | Workspaces
Branson Bank Keeps Community Service at its Core
Culture

Branson Bank Keeps Community Service at its Core

Branson Bank offers employees more than 50 volunteer opportunities that reach every corner of the community.

sep 2017 | Branson, Charity, Companies, Strategy
Conducting Business Beyond State Borders
Strategy

Conducting Business Beyond State Borders

Whether you’re considering relocation or just investing in a company outside Missouri, Shannon Singleton of Staffing Plus explains how to...

sep 2017 | Strategy
Considering a Career Change? Steps to Make the Switch
Strategy

Considering a Career Change? Steps to Make the Switch

Job searching is stressful enough without attempting to land a position in a new industry, but that shouldn’t stop you. Two experts discuss...

sep 2017 | Jobs, Networking, Strategy
Designer Duds for Your Desk
Style

Designer Duds for Your Desk

Who said the kids heading back to school should be the only ones to get amped about office supplies? Local shops have designer digs to make...

sep 2017 | Biz Style
Does my Business Need an App?
Strategy

Does my Business Need an App?

If you’ve dismissed phone apps because you thought they were too expensive, Dan Seawel and Darren Furr, co-founders of Sola Digital, are...

sep 2017 | Q&A, Strategy
Doubling in Size in 4 Months Made Springfield Music Re-Evaluate its Culture
Culture

Doubling in Size in 4 Months Made Springfield Music Re-Evaluate its Culture

In the span of four months, Springfield Music Inc. doubled in size. By adapting its leadership style, implementing a companywide...

sep 2017 | Companies, Strategy

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Stop Multitasking Now
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Stop Multitasking Now

As the CEO of Performance Concepts Inc., Brenda Descamps consults organizations to strengthen their business model, and in her line of...

may 2018 | Consulting, Organization
What You Need to Know About Big Data
Strategy

What You Need to Know About Big Data

Today’s advanced data processing gives companies the power to discover business insights they didn’t know they were missing.

may 2018 | Financial, Strategy, Technology
Biz 100 Up Close: Linda Ramey-Greiwe
Biz 100

Biz 100 Up Close: Linda Ramey-Greiwe

When Linda Ramey-Greiwe isn’t working to ensure Missouri kids have the resources they need to succeed in school as executive director of...

may 2018 | People, Q&A, Women in Business
Branson Tourists Then and Now
Culture

Branson Tourists Then and Now

We compared how the typical Branson tourist has changed over a 20-year period.

may 2018 | Branson, Infographics, Travel
CMH Neurologist Curtis Schreiber Follows His Own Advice
Leadership

CMH Neurologist Curtis Schreiber Follows His Own Advice

An avid biker, Citizens Memorial Hospital Neurologist Curtis Schreiber, has clocked 49,805 miles since 2005.

may 2018 | Biking, Health, People
Cybersecurity and You: Q & A with Aaron Sharpe
Strategy

Cybersecurity and You: Q & A with Aaron Sharpe

Aaron Sharpe of Nixon & Lindstrom Insurance discusses the importance of cybersecurity insurance in the modern age.

may 2018 | Communication, Cybersecurity, People, Q&A
How Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks Created a Sustainable Funding Source
Strategy

How Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks Created a Sustainable Funding Source

Waning cash flows are enough to make any executive frantic, especially those who are working in the nonprofit sector. One local consultant...

may 2018 | Business Services, Communication, Financial, Strategy
SelectSitter App Simplifies the Process of Finding a Reliable Babysitter
Startups

SelectSitter App Simplifies the Process of Finding a Reliable Babysitter

Two local couples teamed up to create the ultimate babysitter selection app for 417-land.

may 2018 | Business Services, Family, Kids, Technology

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See pictures from Biz B-School: 10 For The Next 10
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Biz B-School: 10 For The Next 10 presented by OTC Center for Workforce Development

Five of Springfield’s emerging leaders spoke about how they are impacting our community over breakfast at Biz 417’s B-School. The...
See pictures from Sand Sisters + Rosie Event
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Sand Sisters + Rosie Women's Workshop

Sand Sisters + Rosie Women's Workshop on 2019 on August 7, 2019 at eFactory. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
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Chamber of Commerce Luncheon 2019

Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Membership Luncheon 2019 on July 25, 2019 at Oasis Hotel & Convention Center. Photos by...
See pictures from Ladies Who Launch 2019
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Biz 417's Ladies Who Launch 2019

Biz 417's 2019 Ladies Who Launch presented by Volt Credit Union. Glendalough Conference Center at the DoubleTree by Hilton . July 18, 2019....

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