Biz 417 May/June 2025

View Issue

Biz 417 May/June 2025

SUBSCRIBE

417 Magazine
Home
417 Bride
417 Custom
Culture

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.

FIND OUT MORE

BIZ DIRECTORIES

Find the best in the biz right here.
Financial
Attorneys
Meeting Spaces
Lunch Spots
Biz Services
More

The Latest

Modern Society Opening Second Location
Lifestyle

Modern Society Opening Second Location

After six years in Springfield, the men's and women's boutique is expanding to Kansas City.

nov 27 2017 | Companies, Entrepreneur, Kansas City, Shopping
Biz 100 Power Plays
Biz 100

Biz 100 Power Plays

The individuals on this list have gone above and beyond in their fields of expertise. They contribute to their communities, make 417-land a...

nov 19 2017 | Business Services, Charity, Companies, Do Good
Meet Michael Evans, 417's New Sales Director
Leadership

Meet Michael Evans, 417's New Sales Director

Originally from Illinois, Evans comes to 417 with more than 33 years in the publishing world.

nov 14 2017 | #417Culture
6 Pro Tips For Better Company Photography
Strategy

6 Pro Tips For Better Company Photography

Modern digital marketing trends have created the need for more visual content than ever. Here's six ways to make yours better.

nov 06 2017 | Art, Branding, Business Services, Companies
Biz 100 Up Close
Biz 100

Biz 100 Up Close

Quick stats and fun facts about the business titans named to our second Biz 100.

nov 01 2017 | Business Services, Companies, Women in Business
2017
Biz 100 2017
Biz 100

Biz 100 2017

Anyone can denounce the status quo. Biz 100 honorees have the power to change it. Welcome to Biz 417’s second annual listing of the most...

nov 2017 | Companies, Entrepreneur, Features, People
2017
2017 Person of the Year: Amy Blansit
Biz 100

2017 Person of the Year: Amy Blansit

Amy Blansit’s resume includes a startup business, a community center, a nonprofit organization and a role as a professor, and she’s just...

nov 2017 | Charity, Entrepreneur, Features, People
Biz 100 at a Glance
Biz 100

Biz 100 at a Glance

Quick stats and fun facts about the business titans named to our second Biz 100.

nov 2017 | People

Get Connected with Biz 417

Biz Break

Get access to local stories, networking events & more.

The Launch

Connect with women building and owning their careers.

Follow Us

Keep up with breaking 417-land Biz news.

Subscribe

Powerful business, in your hands.

Biz Events

Browse local networking events on our calendar.
Three Questions to Ask Yourself about Data Security
Strategy

Three Questions to Ask Yourself about Data Security

Drury University professor and cybersecurity expert Shannon McMurtrey offers advice for making sure your client data is safe and locked...

mar 2018 | Cybersecurity, Strategy, Technology
Three Tips to Find Your Dream Career
Strategy

Three Tips to Find Your Dream Career

Forget climbing the career ladder. A local leadership coach who has written her past five job descriptions spills her secret for creating...

mar 2018 | Jobs, Strategy
Vital Farms Adds 50 New Jobs in Springfield
Corporate

Vital Farms Adds 50 New Jobs in Springfield

Vital Farms, the largest national distributor of pasture-raised eggs, made big news when it announced it was building a brand-new facility...

mar 2018 | Companies, Jobs
Why Grooms Office Environments Invests So Much in Its Employees
Culture

Why Grooms Office Environments Invests So Much in Its Employees

By investing in its people, Grooms Office Environments owners Audrey and Jonathan Garard keep their employees coming back.

mar 2018 | Charity, Companies, Strategy
2018
Women Who Mean Business
Women Who Mean Business

Women Who Mean Business

Four local powerhouses on the secrets to their success, the obstacles they overcame and the risks that paid off.

mar 2018 | Features, People, Strategy, Women in Business
Do it: Make a Better Call to Action
Strategy

Do it: Make a Better Call to Action

Mostly Serious’ director of design, Jessica Spencer, shares her best tips for creating better calls to action that lead to conversions on...

mar 06 2018 | Branding, Business Services, Communication, Marketing
How 5 Springfield Companies Work Out At Work
Offices

How 5 Springfield Companies Work Out At Work

From managing wellness on the road to an impressive 3,000-pound weight loss success story, five SWMO business prove you can launch a...

mar 05 2018 | Branded Content, Companies, Fitness, Health
Advertisement
Biz 100 Up Close: Brad Thomas
Biz 100

Biz 100 Up Close: Brad Thomas

The fun—and hard work—is just ramping up for Brad Thomas, president of Silver Dollar City. Here’s how Thomas keeps himself on track...

mar 2018 | People, Q&A

The Latest Biz People Pics

Southwest Missouri Nonprofit Excellence Awards 2019
Biz People Pics

Southwest Missouri Nonprofit Excellence Awards 2019

2019 Southwest Missouri Nonprofit Excellence Awards hosted by BKD CPAs & Advisors and Drury University. April 16. Oasis Hotel & Convention...
Biz B-School: Women Who Mean Business presented by OTC Center for Workforce Development
Biz People Pics

Biz B-School: Women Who Mean Business presented by OTC Center for Workforce Development

Biz 417's B-School Breakfast Series: Women Who Mean Business presented by OTC Center for Workforce Development. April 11, 2019. Andy B's. ...
Good Morning, Springfield! April 2019
Biz People Pics

Good Morning, Springfield! April 2019

April 2019 Good Morning, Springfield! presented by Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. April 4, 2019. Drury University O'Reilly Family...
Access to the Issues: April Ballot Overview 2019
Biz People Pics

Access to the Issues: April Ballot Overview 2019

Access to the Issues: April Ballot Overview presented by The Network for Springfield's Young Professionals. March 12. Springfield Area...

Most Recent Biz Blogs

20 Best Places to Work in Springfield, Missouri

From Idea to Startup: Build Your App and Compete for Pre-Seed Capital with Codefi

Where to Meet for Lunch on Mondays

Most Recent People Stories

An Open Letter to the New Springfield City Leadership

Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

Bonnie Nolen with Bon Bon’s Candy House

Most Popular Biz Stories

How DeWitt & Associates is Planning for the Future

Rockin’ Workspace

Work with WestRock and Be a Leader in the Paper Packaging Industry

Want more biz? We deliver.

Subscribe to Biz