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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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

Features

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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10 for the Next 10

Meet the 2024 Class of 10 for the Next 10

Ten people in the southwest Missouri business community who are leading us into the next decade.

jul 2024 | Companies, Features, Leadership, People

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Regent Bank's Conrad Griggs Talks About His Colorful Career

Conrad Griggs, business development officer at Regent Bank, sat down to regale us with stories and advice from a long career in Springfield.

jul 2024 | Advice & Whiskey, People

Offices

Take a Look Inside efactory's Second Location

Take a quick tour of the second location of Springfield, Missouri's efactory.

jul 2024 | Workspaces

Startups

Vanessa Howe Talks Starting BelowZero Cryospa

Vanessa Howe has gone from a life-changing diagnosis to a life-improving business.

jul 2024 | Business Services

Strategy

Building Wealth with Confidence: Financial Tips from Advisor Leia Huffman

Forvis Mazars’ Leia Huffman shares expert financial advice for women at every stage of life.

may 2024 | Branded Content, Financial
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How To Know When to Borrow Money for Home Improvements

Volt Credit Union’s Teri Bee advises on borrowing money to upgrade your home.

may 2024 | Financial, For the Home
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Gail Smart’s Tailored and Timeless Look

Gail Smart plans for a variety of events from basketball games to hosting alongside her husband Clif Smart, outgoing president of Missouri...

may 2024 | Biz Style

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Inside the New Inside the New Springfield-Greene County 911 and Office of Emergency Management

Take a look inside the newly renovated Springfield-Greene County 911 and Office of Emergency Management, where 911 responders provide...

may 2024 | Workspaces

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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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5 Things to Look Forward to at SPIN66

Treasure Your Talent

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10 for the Next 10

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Regent Bank's Conrad Griggs Talks About His Colorful Career

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Take a Look Inside efactory's Second Location

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Vanessa Howe Talks Starting BelowZero Cryospa

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Building Wealth with Confidence: Financial Tips from Advisor Leia Huffman

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How To Know When to Borrow Money for Home Improvements

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Gail Smart’s Tailored and Timeless Look

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