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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Enhance Your Emotional Intelligence in Three Steps

A local expert weighs in on how to boost your EQ for better communication.

jan 2018 | Communication, Consulting, Strategy

Strategy

Hot Spots: Rising Developments in Downtown Springfield, Commercial Street and Galloway

How a group of determined developers are recreating three Springfield cityscapes.

jan 2018 | Commercial Street, Companies, Downtown Springfield, Features

Culture

How Alamo Drafthouse Developed its Charity on Tap Program

Started in Springfield, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema’s Charity on Tap initiative promotes local beers and supports area nonprofit organizations,...

jan 2018 | Beer, Companies, Giving Back

Strategy

How CellARide Became a National Supplier

Several years into his business, CellARide founder Josh Holstein had to completely shift his business approach to land a national contract....

jan 2018 | Business Services, Companies, Strategy, Technology

Culture

How Good is Their Game? Golf Handicaps from 22 417-land businesspeople

While our friends in Branson keep investing in the greens, we thought it would be fun to do our own investigation into the golf skills of...

jan 2018 | Golf, Outdoors, People

Strategy

How Harem & Company’s Kathi Cryderman Built a Springfield Fashion Hub

Before the internet and social media made connecting with new customers a breeze, business owner Kathi Cryderman made a few bold moves that...

jan 2018 | Customer Service, Social Media, Strategy, Women in Business

Corporate

How MoDOT Keeps Roads in Southwest Missouri Clear

Each year, the Missouri Department of Transportation Southwest District, which covers 21 area counties including Greene, Taney and Jasper,...

jan 2018 | Companies, Infographics

Small to Mid-Sized

How the Small Business Majority Can Help Your Startup

Mary Overbey, Missouri outreach manager for the national organization Small Business Majority, helps entrepreneurs who are just starting...

jan 2018 | Business Services, Entrepreneur, People, Q&A

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Leadership

Jan Fisk Receives ATHENA Award from Springfield Chamber

After 14 years, the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce is reviving the ATHENA Award, which celebrates a woman who has left a lasting mark...

mar 2018 | Women in Business

Startups

Meet 417-Land’s Guardian of Startups

First, Devin Dillion helped create a forum for the business community to learn about new and growing business. Now he’s getting them funded.

mar 2018 | People, Q&A

Small to Mid-Sized

By the Numbers: Springfield’s Hotel Boom

With hundreds of hotel rooms under construction, Springfield’s robust hotel industry signals a strong local economy.

mar 2018 | Companies, Infographics, Travel

Strategy

Navigate the Product Development Process with These Four Tips

Serial inventor Russel Gehrke shares four steps that will help you turn your best shower thought into a real-life product.

mar 2018 | Build, Business Services, Strategy

People

Who Ozarks Alive’s Kaitlyn McConnell Follows Online

With a passion for sharing local history on her website Ozarks Alive, CoxHealth’s Media Relations Coordinator follows these under-the-radar...

mar 2018 | People

Small Businesses

How Red Top Oven Got the Attention of National Distributors

Jane Ford and Kathy Hubbard initially thought they’d launch a little baking business, specifically targeting cheesecakes. But Williams...

mar 2018 | Business Services, Food, Women in Business

Excellence in Technology

Meet the 2018 Excellence in Technology Award Winners

Three organizations and three individuals took home trophies for their hard work.

mar 01 2018 | Companies, Technology, Women in Business

Corporate

White River to Reopen Facility in Bolivar

The Johnny Morris–owned boating company is set to create more than 130 new jobs.

feb 21 2018 | Bolivar, MO, Companies, Financial, Jobs

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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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Enhance Your Emotional Intelligence in Three Steps

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Hot Spots: Rising Developments in Downtown Springfield, Commercial Street and Galloway

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How Alamo Drafthouse Developed its Charity on Tap Program

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How CellARide Became a National Supplier

Culture

How Good is Their Game? Golf Handicaps from 22 417-land businesspeople

Strategy

How Harem & Company’s Kathi Cryderman Built a Springfield Fashion Hub

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How MoDOT Keeps Roads in Southwest Missouri Clear

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How the Small Business Majority Can Help Your Startup

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Jan Fisk Receives ATHENA Award from Springfield Chamber

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By the Numbers: Springfield’s Hotel Boom

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Who Ozarks Alive’s Kaitlyn McConnell Follows Online

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How Red Top Oven Got the Attention of National Distributors

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