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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Utilizing Digital Communication

As director of client services at The Alchemedia Project, an advertising agency headquartered in Springfield, Stephanie Hart uses digital...

jan 2017 | Strategy

Culture

Wellness for the Win at Connell Insurance Inc.

The culture at Connell Insurance Inc. stresses the importance of mental and physical wellness, and it helps employees succeed both inside...

jan 2017 | Strategy

Strategy

You’ve Been Promoted. Now What?

First-time managers are faced with many challenges. Learn how to navigate your new role and become a more effective leader with the help of...

jan 2017 | Strategy

Four To Follow with Branden Schwab

Communication Lead for Springfield Creatives, Branden Schwab, shares his favorite social media accounts when he needs a fresh perspective.

dec 30 2016

Why Managers Can Solve Problems, But Often Shouldn’t

Don Harkey of People Centric Consulting Group explains how managers can help their employees grow by stepping back.

dec 29 2016

Let’s Face it: You're A Professional, Not A Manager

Don Harkey explains that professional experience doesn't necessarily translate to management expertise.

dec 22 2016

Organizational Tempo: The Beat of your Business

Don Harkey of People Centric Consulting Group explains the importance of understanding your organization's pace.

dec 17 2016

People Centric Insights: December 2016

Each month, we go to the team at People Centric Consulting Group to gather their own insights based on real experiences with organizations.

dec 14 2016

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Three Questions with Joel Kotkin

The internationally-known urban geographer and author is coming to Springfield on February 15 for SBDC’s annual meeting.

feb 08 2018 | Downtown Springfield, Jobs, People, Recruitment

Strategy

The Secret to Retaining and Building Talent

Five local organizations have attracted top talent, and now they’re taking the steps necessary to help their employees succeed and stay.

feb 02 2018 | Branded Content, Business Services, Companies, Native Content
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Small Businesses

Don Harkey Buys Randy Mayes' Interest in People Centric Consulting Group

The company has also promoted Diana Day to chief operating officer.

feb 01 2018 | Companies, Consulting, Women in Business

Strategy

From Fires to Floods: Overcoming Business Disasters

Situations that inconvenience day-to-day business show up in a variety of forms, from warehouse fires to cars crashing through a...

jan 23 2018 | Branded Content, Business Services, Companies, Financial
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Family-Owned

Maxon Fine Jewelry Opens New Location

With a new location comes a new name. Maxon’s Diamond Merchants has officially rebranded as Maxon Fine Jewelry.

jan 19 2018 | Jewelry, Shopping, Wedding Rings

Corporate

4 Reasons We're Pumped for Hotel Vandivort's Expansion

Say it with us, now: rooftop bar.

jan 16 2018 | Business Services, Companies, Downtown Springfield

Strategy

5 Big Thoughts We Had at Think Summit 2018

For the second year in a row, Mother Nature tried her best to thwart Think Summit, but thinking this big can't be stopped.

jan 12 2018 | Business Services, Communication, Do Good, Strategy

Communication

What Six Months of #VanLife Taught This Local Couple about America

Amid one of the most divisive political climates in recent history, Brett and Betsy Miller left 417-land for six months to better...

jan 07 2018 | Communication, Q&A, Strategy

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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.

New on the Scene

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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Utilizing Digital Communication

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Wellness for the Win at Connell Insurance Inc.

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You’ve Been Promoted. Now What?

Four To Follow with Branden Schwab

Why Managers Can Solve Problems, But Often Shouldn’t

Let’s Face it: You're A Professional, Not A Manager

Organizational Tempo: The Beat of your Business

People Centric Insights: December 2016

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Three Questions with Joel Kotkin

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The Secret to Retaining and Building Talent

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Don Harkey Buys Randy Mayes' Interest in People Centric Consulting Group

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From Fires to Floods: Overcoming Business Disasters

Family-Owned

Maxon Fine Jewelry Opens New Location

Corporate

4 Reasons We're Pumped for Hotel Vandivort's Expansion

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5 Big Thoughts We Had at Think Summit 2018

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What Six Months of #VanLife Taught This Local Couple about America

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