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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.
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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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Advice & Whiskey with Michael Cho

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About Veterans Upward Bound

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Bringing Joy to Staffers with Foster Adopt Connect

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Clay Goddard's New Mission

Clay Goddard has been collaborating with leaders at Burrell Behavioral Health for three decades. Now, he’s leading the health network’s 94...

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Creating Community with SGFCO

SGFCO’s Gen Z and Millennial-geared outings give young 417-landers a community and sense of belonging. But can they keep young talent from...

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Meet Shari Hoffman: Empowering Springfield Residents to Plan for a Better Financial Future

In her role as Managing Director at FORVIS, Shari Hoffman assists families in crafting a plan for financial success.

mar 2024 | Communication, Companies, Consulting, Financial
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All About SkyGlow Drone Productions

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Dr. Grenita Lathan is a Woman Who Means Business

Dr. Grenita Lathan, one of Biz 417's 2024 Women Who Mean Business, is the Superintendent of Springfield Public Schools.

mar 2024 | Features, Health, Leadership, People
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Eden Village's 3D Printed Homes

A third Eden Village of homes will be built this spring using 3D concrete printers housed at Drury University.

mar 2024 | Build, Companies, Design
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Flying High: Biz 417 Talks to Tony Grigg, Owner of Ozark Flag Distributors

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Gaining and Retaining with Central Bank of the Ozarks

A leadership program at Central Bank of the Ozarks designed to retain and promote employees is now a recruitment tool. The two-year program...

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John Widiger's Plans for Springfield Nissan & Springfield Kia

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