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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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Utilizing Digital Communication

Communication

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

Wellness for the Win at Connell Insurance Inc.

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

You’ve Been Promoted. Now What?

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

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.

Why Managers Can Solve Problems, But Often Shouldn’t

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.

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

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

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

Organizational Tempo: The Beat of your Business

Organizational Tempo: The Beat of your Business

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

People Centric Insights: December 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.

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Ken McClure announces bid for 2017 mayor seat

Ken McClure announces bid for 2017 mayor seat

McClure to oppose City Councilwoman Kristi Fulnecky in 2017

The Art of Attracting Millennials

The Art of Attracting Millennials

A few quick tips on how to land the best of the best.

Four to Follow

Four to Follow

Sean Dixon, interactive media manager for the Springfield CVB, shares Instagrams that show a unique perspective of the Ozarks.

5 Tips for Starting a New Business

5 Tips for Starting a New Business

Don Harkey shares some valuable lessons for starting a new business.

Eleven Springfield Companies Listed to the Inc. 5,000

Small to Mid-Sized

Eleven Springfield Companies Listed to the Inc. 5,000

Missouri Sun Solar ranked in the top 10 fastest-growing energy companies.

aug 19 2016 | Companies

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks appoints next CEO

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks appoints next CEO

Incoming leader Ashley French has extensive nonprofit background

Watercooler

Watercooler

Stay in the know about who's opening, growing and perfecting in 417-land

Meet Biz 417’s 20 Under 30

Meet Biz 417’s 20 Under 30

Innovators, entrepreneurs and finance gurus are just a few of the people who made the list.

The Latest Biz People Pics

See pictures from the Annual Springfield Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 2023

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Annual Springfield Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 2023

Annual Chamber Meeting, presented by Springfield Chamber of Commerce, January 27, 2023. Oasis Hotel & Convention Center.

See pictures from the Biz 100 party 2022

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Biz 417's Biz 100 Party 2022 Presented by SumnerOne

Biz 100 Party 2022 presented by SumnerOne, November 9, 2022. BMW of Springfield.

See pictures from Best Places To Work 2022

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Biz 417's Best Places To Work 2022

Best Places To Work 2022 presented by Penmac Staffing, September 7, 2022. Glendalough Conference Center.

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Biz 417's 10 For The Next 10 Happy Hour 2022

Biz 417's 10 For The Next 10 Happy Hour, July 27, 2022. Ebbets Field.

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