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 Lowdown on Springfield’s New Chapter 99 Tax Abatement Program

Springfield City Council approved new changes to the workable program now in effect.

may 2018 | Communication, Financial, People

Corporate

This Springfield-based Company Brings “Small Business” Culture to Its 100+ Employees

IntrinsiQ Specialty Solutions has kept its cozy culture despite its large staff size.

may 2018 | Business Services, Communication, Companies

Strategy

Where Chris Jarratt Looks for Inspiration Online

When Chris Jarratt, partner and creative director at Revel Advertising, is in search of fresh ideas and news from the creative world, he...

may 2018 | People, Social Media

Startups

Your PAL Pro Wants to Give 417-land a Helping Hand

Uber meets go-fer in Your PAL Pro, 417-land’s digital personal concierge service.

may 2018 | Branding, Business Services, Companies

Culture

How To Succeed In Business Musical Still Succeeds

A classic musical still feels as relatable to young workers as it did during its debut in 1961.

apr 27 2018 | Branded Content, Comedy, Native Content
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Springfield Little Theatre Ticket Giveaway

Enter to win tickets to Springfield Little Theatre's How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying on May 4!

apr 2018 | Dance, Music

Culture

Meet Southwest Missouri’s Cutest Office Pets

Golden retrievers, Maine coons and terriers, oh my! Local businesses are becoming second homes for southwest Missouri's furry friends, and...

apr 03 2018 | Branded Content, Companies, Downtown Springfield, Native Content
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Corporate

What You Need to Know about OTC's Propositions A and B

The property tax measures on the April 3 ballot could sustain or enhance Ozarks Technical Community College's efforts to create a job-ready...

mar 30 2018 | Branson, Education, Jobs, Nixa, MO

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Women Who Mean Business

Krystal Simon is a Woman Who Means Business

Krystal Simon, one of Biz 417's Women Who Mean Business for 2024, is CEO of Care to Learn.

mar 2024 | Features, Leadership, People, Women in Business

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Laura Gates is a Woman Who Means Business

Laura Gates, one of the Biz 417 Women Who Mean Business for 2024, is president of TransLand.

mar 2024 | Features, Leadership, People, Women in Business

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Women business leaders in southwest Missouri

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Meet the 2024 Biz 417 Women Who Mean Business

Each year, Biz 417 chooses five women who are guiding southwest Missouri into the future.

mar 2024 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A

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Nancy Bogart, founder and CEO of Jordan Essentials

Women Who Mean Business

Nancy Bogart is a Woman Who Means Business

Nancy Bogart, one of the Biz 417 Women Who Mean Business for 2024, is founder and CEO of Jordan Essentials.

mar 2024 | Features, Leadership, People, Technology

Family-Owned

Passing the Torch at Garbo's Pizzeria

For decades, Pam Babcock nurtured and grew Garbo’s Pizzeria, hoping to someday find the person who would carry it forward and love it the...

mar 2024 | Business Services

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Recalibrating Expectations with ECRI

Find out how ECRI founder Kevin Wyas found an easier way to reprogram onboard computer systems in vehicles for customization while...

mar 2024 | Entrepreneur

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Sarah Adams Orr, owner of Adams Funeral Home.

Women Who Mean Business

Sarah Adams Orr is a Woman Who Means Business

Sarah Adams Orr, one of Biz 417's Women Who Mean Business for 2024, is the owner of Adams Funeral Home

mar 2024 | Features, Leadership, Marketing, People

Offices

Take a Look Inside Fried Design Company's Office Space

With their move to the Galloway neighborhood, Springfield-based brand design studio Fried Design Company created the ideal space for...

mar 2024 | Companies, Design, 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 Lowdown on Springfield’s New Chapter 99 Tax Abatement Program

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Your PAL Pro Wants to Give 417-land a Helping Hand

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How To Succeed In Business Musical Still Succeeds

Springfield Little Theatre Ticket Giveaway

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Meet Southwest Missouri’s Cutest Office Pets

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What You Need to Know about OTC's Propositions A and B

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