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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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Ozarks Food Harvest receives $125,000 gift

Ozarks Food Harvest receives $125,000 gift

Which local hunger relief org will you donate to during the dollar-for-dollar matching challenge?

oct 19 2016
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How to Master Your Workday Flow, From a True Organizing Maniac

How Molly Riddle from Mostly Serious perfected just about every aspect of her workday flow.

oct 13 2016 | Strategy
Our Parks are Poppin’

Our Parks are Poppin’

Springfield-Greene County Park Board receives full accreditation at national conference

oct 07 2016
Feuerbachers to leave Brown Derby

Feuerbachers to leave Brown Derby

Third generation of the family business wants to pursue other projects.

oct 06 2016
People Centric Insights: October 2016

People Centric Insights: October 2016

Each month, our team at People Centric Consulting Group reflects and gathers insights based on real experiences with organizations.

oct 04 2016
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Bass Pro Shops Expanding

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oct 03 2016 | Companies
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sep 30 2016
Performance Appraisal Methods for High-Performance Cultures

Performance Appraisal Methods for High-Performance Cultures

There are many performance appraisal methods out there, but let’s face it: Few of them work.Here are some methods to make your performance...

sep 26 2016

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Morelock-Ross is Built to Last
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Morelock-Ross is Built to Last

David and Andy Ross are building themselves up to take over their father’s company, Morelock-Ross.

mar 2016 | Build, Next Gen, Strategy
Old-Fashioned Guidance from John Wanamaker
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Old-Fashioned Guidance from John Wanamaker

After working his way to the top, John Wanamaker, managing partner of BKD, LLP, has enough advice to fill a ledger. Over smoked Old...

mar 2016 | Advice & Whiskey
The Art of Dynamic DNA
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The Art of Dynamic DNA

Dynamic DNA specializes in research, testing and even personalized DNA artwork.

mar 2016 | Art, Companies, Technology
Training for an Ultramarathon With a Full-Time Job
Strategy

Training for an Ultramarathon With a Full-Time Job

Karen and Mark Plucinski train for 50- or 100-mile ultramarathons while having full-time careers. Karen, a professor at Missouri Southern...

mar 2016 | Fitness, Strategy
What wellness program would work best for my employees?
Strategy

What wellness program would work best for my employees?

The healthiest workplaces have healthy employees. Use our flowchart to learn how three successful Springfield businesses are inspiring...

mar 2016 | Health, Infographics, Strategy
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Women Who Mean Business
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Women Who Mean Business

Out of almost 70 nominations, these five trailblazers stood out from the pack as leaders in their fields.

mar 2016 | Features, Women in Business
U.S. Bank adds new Residential Mortgage Loan Originator
Corporate

U.S. Bank adds new Residential Mortgage Loan Originator

U.S. Bank recently announced the addition of Sharon Miller Koechner as the Residential Mortgage Loan Originator at its 500 E. Battlefield...

feb 29 2016 | Companies, Financial
Strategy Without Buy-In

Strategy Without Buy-In

While it is important to take the time to develop a strategic plan, it’s even more important to create an organizational culture able to...

feb 23 2016

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SBDC Annual Meeting 2021

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Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting 2021

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