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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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Strategy

Hard Won Business Lessons from a Restaurant Pro

With eight restaurant openings under his belt and more than 16 years in the industry, Angel Kim is a culinary force to be reckoned with. He...

nov 2017 | Customer Service, Entrepreneur, Food, Strategy
Holiday Giveaway Brings BluCurrent and the Community Together
Culture

Holiday Giveaway Brings BluCurrent and the Community Together

BluCurrent Credit Union’s Holiday Charity Giveaway is an initiative the whole community can like.

nov 2017 | Charity
How Local Tech Companies are Bringing Faster Internet to Your Office
Strategy

How Local Tech Companies are Bringing Faster Internet to Your Office

We break down gigabits and megabits to get you up to speed.

nov 2017 | Infographics, Technology
How Martin’s Floral & Home Décor Embraces Change
Family-Owned

How Martin’s Floral & Home Décor Embraces Change

When it comes to running Martin’s Floral & Home Décor, the Martin family sticks to proven business strategies with one notable exception:...

nov 2017 | Next Gen
How Three Local Business Owners Started Their Companies Before Turning 30
Leadership

How Three Local Business Owners Started Their Companies Before Turning 30

Starting a business is tough, but jumpstarting one early in your career comes with its own challenges. How can you make it big as a young...

nov 2017 | Entrepreneur, People, Strategy
How to Start a Parental Leave Program at Your Company
Culture

How to Start a Parental Leave Program at Your Company

Although parental leave isn’t mandated, it might be the perk that can help your business attract and retain workers.

nov 2017 | Christmas, Recruitment, Strategy
Our Holiday Gift Guide for Colleagues and Clients
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Our Holiday Gift Guide for Colleagues and Clients

Show your colleagues and clients how much you appreciate them with these gifts they can keep using all year long.

nov 2017 | Biz Style, Shopping
Reborn Co. Grew from Four Wholesalers to 50 in One Year
Family-Owned

Reborn Co. Grew from Four Wholesalers to 50 in One Year

Patty and Carlton Johnson expected Reborn Co., an all-natural, hand-poured soy candle company, to be a part-time job during retirement but...

nov 2017 | Made in 417, Strategy

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Stop Multitasking Now
Strategy

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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State of the State 2018

State of the State presented by Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, August 1, 2018. White River Conference Center. Photos by Gabby...
Ladies Who Launch 2018
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Ladies Who Launch 2018

Biz 417's 2018 Ladies Who Launch presented by Volt Credit Union. Hickory Hills Country Club. July 19, 2018. Photos by Khaley Watts and Alex...
Biz B-School: Rebranding Branson 2018
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Biz B-School: Rebranding Branson 2018

Biz 417's Rebranding Branson B-School. Andy B's Restaurant and Entertainment. June 14, 2018. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
Summer Fest 2018
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Summer Fest 2018

Summer Fest 2018 presented by The Network and the City of Springfield. June 8, 2018. Farmers Park. Photos by Brad Zweerink.

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