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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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Successful Start to the Day

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Successful Start to the Day

The things you do when you first hop out of bed in the morning often pave the path for your day ahead. Learn what early a.m. routines can...

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The Manager's Takeaway with Kirk Elmquist

Leadership

The Manager's Takeaway with Kirk Elmquist

Kirk Elmquist has held several managerial positions in the worlds of sports management, food service and real estate. He shared some of the...

jul 2016 | Infographics, People

Winning Workplace Cultures

Culture

Winning Workplace Cultures

How Great Companies Ignite Passion In Their People.

jul 2016 | Companies, Features, Q&A

New Craft Brewery in 417-land

New Craft Brewery in 417-land

Show-Me Brewing, a DIY brewing destination and supply shop, plans to make and serve its own craft beer.

Lighten Up at Work

Lighten Up at Work

It's okay to have fun at work.

Branson Ferris Wheel Opens

Branson Ferris Wheel Opens

The old Navy Pier Ferris wheel finds a new home in 417-land

The Talk Still Says a Lot

The Talk Still Says a Lot

While nonverbal communication still tells us a lot about each other, what we say has a large impact on who we are and how we communicate.

People-Centered Interviews

People-Centered Interviews

Interview prospective hires like they might actually work for your business.

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People Centric April Insights

People Centric April Insights

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

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Brainpower Boost

Do you have a genius idea? Meet the people who take the risk out of risky business by doing the research to make sure your concept will be...

Zenith Sneak Peak

Zenith Sneak Peak

We poked around Springfield's brand-new Zenith Climbing Center during its super-soft opening. Its grand opening is April 2.

Johnny Morris honored with OTC’s 2016 Excellence in Business Award

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Johnny Morris honored with OTC’s 2016 Excellence in Business Award

Morris discussed everything from fishing and family to his business’s growth and success at OTC’s annual awards event.

mar 24 2016 | Companies, People

Four To Follow

Four To Follow

Allen Vaughan, Consumer Experience Director for the Springfield News-Leader, shares his favorite Twitter accounts.

O’Reilly Hospitality Management, LLC to open upscale hospitality project in Texas

O’Reilly Hospitality Management, LLC to open upscale hospitality project in Texas

Springfield First Community Bank will fund the project set to open Sept. 2017

Attention to Email

Attention to Email

Does your email inbox stress you out?

March Insights

March Insights

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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2019 Women's Initiative with Dr. Jokima Hiller presented by Arvest Bank. May 9, 2019. Relics Event Center. Photos by Janelle Haik.

Small Business Awards 2019

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