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 Thompson Sales Company

The Thompson Sales Company has long been a household name for Springfieldians shopping for a new car. The fourth generation of Thompsons is...

sep 2016 | Automotive, Next Gen, Strategy

Strategy

What networking group should you join?

There are countless Springfield organizations that offer you an opportunity to get involved with other professionals and the community, but...

sep 2016 | Infographics, Networking

Strategy

Working the Crowd With Kickstarter

Crowdfunding success requires more than enthusiasm and a good idea. We talked to a Kickstarter whiz to learn how to maximize your efforts...

sep 2016 | Marketing, Social Media, Strategy

Biz 100

Biz 100 Up Close: Beth Domann

Springfield Little Theatre Executive Director Beth Domann shares how she stays energized, what she’s reading and the game she can’t stop...

sep 2016 | People, Q&A

Successful Start

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...

aug 29 2016

Flying J opening in Springfield

Facility expected to bring nearly $3 million in state and local tax revenue

aug 26 2016

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Conservation Pro Joins Bass Pro Shops

Bob Ziehmer hired to expand conservation initiatives

aug 25 2016 | Companies

10 Tips for Workplace Communication

Effective communication is one of the most important skills for any employee to develop. The bad news is that most employees do not...

aug 25 2016

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DeLong Plumbing Heating & Air Has a Family-Laden Livelihood

Garry DeLong started DeLong Plumbing Heating & Air in 1991 as a two-man operation. As the business has grown to 60 people, more and more...

nov 2015 | Next Gen, Strategy

Small Businesses

Küat Racks: Racking Up Success

When serial entrepreneur Luke Kuschmeader designed his own lightweight aluminum bike rack, he had no idea that he was revolutionizing the...

nov 2015 | Biking, Made in 417, Manufacturing, Meet the Maker

Startups

LocalRaces is Racing Ahead

The story behind LocalRaces, a comprehensive online software for race management.

nov 2015 | Strategy

Offices

Nerd-Inspired Workspace

Jeremy Shreckhise is an assistant art director at The Alchemedia Project, which requires endless inspiration. To keep creativity flowing,...

nov 2015 | People, Workspaces

Leadership

On the Rocks with Mark McFatridge

After leading Metropolitan National Bank through a merger, Mark McFatridge, now CEO of Bear State Financial and Bear State Bank, has words...

nov 2015 | Advice & Whiskey

Startups

Parakeet Pete’s: Clawing to the Top

Darrell Henley and Emma Hamilton, co-owners of Parakeet Pete’s Waterfront Zipline talk strategy.

nov 2015 | Strategy

Startups

ScholarPrep is a Studious Start-Up

Learn about mother-daughter duo Christian and Jordan Schanda's studious start-up ScholarPrep.

nov 2015 | Education, Strategy

Strategy

Six Tips for Launching Your Unusual Business

Brian Ash’s new business, The Trolley Bike, launched in 2016 and brought roving entertainment to downtown Springfield. However, with an...

nov 2015 | Strategy

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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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Family-Owned

The Thompson Sales Company

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What networking group should you join?

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Working the Crowd With Kickstarter

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Biz 100 Up Close: Beth Domann

Successful Start

Flying J opening in Springfield

Corporate

Conservation Pro Joins Bass Pro Shops

10 Tips for Workplace Communication

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Family-Owned

DeLong Plumbing Heating & Air Has a Family-Laden Livelihood

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Küat Racks: Racking Up Success

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LocalRaces is Racing Ahead

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Nerd-Inspired Workspace

Leadership

On the Rocks with Mark McFatridge

Startups

Parakeet Pete’s: Clawing to the Top

Startups

ScholarPrep is a Studious Start-Up

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