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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.
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.

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Meet Zora Mulligan, New Executive VP at Missouri State University

Zora Mulligan brings a diverse range of experience to Missouri State University. In previous positions with the State of Missouri and the...

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By sharing personal stories of compassionate care and exceptional service, Mercy employees acknowledge how their work soothes patients...

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On the Rise with Sam Coryell, TLC Property Management

Coryell Collaborative Group used to have company meetings in a side room at Heritage Cafeteria. Now, the development group is building a...

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Springfield's 7 Brew Coffee Boom

With three new Springfield locations opening in the past six months, 7 Brew Coffee’s focus on fast, friendly service is creating a foothold...

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With second and third generations leading the way, Southern Missouri Containers embraces innovation while preserving a tradition of...

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Volt Credit Union Staff Achieve Certification as Financial Counselors

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Dr. Sadaf Sohrab on Leading with Courage Every Day

She’s a pulmonologist by training and a leader by principle. Mercy’s chair of cardiovascular service line shares how she leads a team of...

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Company Culture with Revel Advertising

Revel Advertising’s onboarding initiatives give new employees a chance to engage with company culture from Day 1.

jan 2024 | Companies, Consulting, Customer Service, Leadership
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Advice and Whiskey with Joe Daues, CEO of Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks

Joe Daues, CEO of Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks, sat down with us to share the nuggets of wisdom he’s gained during this long...

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Connecting the Community with Skills Center

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Embracing AI with Jarad Johnson and Thomas Douglas

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100 Wise Women presented by Rosie, March 30. The Old Glass Place.
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Annual Springfield Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 2024

Annual Springfield Chamber of Commerce Meeting presented by Springfield Chamber of Commerce, January 26. Oasis Hotel & Convention Center.
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