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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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Q&A with JMARK's Thomas H. Douglas

Strategy

Q&A with JMARK's Thomas H. Douglas

We sat down with Thomas H. Douglas to learn about his new book, Adapt or Die, and how he developed the “algorithm of success.”

mar 2022 | Business Services, Companies, Consulting

Andy's Frozen Custard Partners with NASCAR

Corporate

Andy's Frozen Custard Partners with NASCAR

A NASCAR Xfinity race became an exceptional bonding experience for members of the Andy’s Frozen Custard leadership and management team, who...

mar 2022 | Companies, Leadership

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Angi Blevins: Co-owner and Project Manager at Bailey Pyle Builders

Women Who Mean Business

Angi Blevins is a Woman Who Means Business

Angi Blevins, co-owner and project manager at Bailey Pyle Builders, is seeking ways to encourage female leaders in southwest Missouri.

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A

How Environmental Design Can Help Your Business

Culture

How Environmental Design Can Help Your Business

Protect your company with environmental design tips from Kaylee Friend.

mar 2022 | Build, Communication, Companies

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Judy Thompson: Senior Vice President for University Advancement at Drury University (Retired)

Women Who Mean Business

Judy Thompson is a Woman Who Means Business

Judy Thompson, now-retired senior vice president for university advancement at Drury University, is known for her passion, warmth and...

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, Marketing, People

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KatIe Towns: Director of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department

Women Who Mean Business

Katie Towns is a Woman Who Means Business

Katie Towns, director of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department, has faced and overcome obstacles throughout her personal and...

mar 2022 | Features, Health, Leadership, People

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Kesha Alexander: Co-Owner and Account Lead at Supper Co.

Women Who Mean Business

Kesha Alexander is a Woman Who Means Business

Kesha Alexander, co-owner and account lead at Supper Co., is always looking to build meaningful connections with clients.

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A

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Mary Schrag: Owner of Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic

Women Who Mean Business

Mary Schrag is a Woman Who Means Business

Mary Schrag, owner of Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic, sees every challenge as an opportunity to learn something new.

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A

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Culture

Jean Nyberg Shares Her Three Reasons to Stay Loyal to One Company

FORVIS partner Jean Nyberg started as an intern at BKD in 2001. She shares why she chose to stay and grow her career at BKD.

oct 2023 | Strategy
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Corporate

Giving Back with Russell Cellular

RC Cares, the nonprofit sector of Russell Cellular, hit $1 million in donations two months before its five-year goal. Director Ron Wallace...

sep 2023 | Giving Back

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Scott Blevins and Brad Jones Explain HeyThere

Scott Blevins and Brad Jones have a long history of building cool things together. Their latest integration, HeyThere, offers something for...

sep 2023 | Entrepreneur

Marie Moore of Mercy in Springfield, MO

Strategy

How to Work Well Within a Multigenerational Team

Mercy Chief Nursing Officer Marie Moore, 35, shares seven simple and tactical strategies for working with co-workers of all ages.

sep 13 2023 | Branded Content, Native Content, People
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Best Places to Work

1. JMARK

Find out how JMARK came in at the top of the list for Best Places to Work 2023 in the Large Employer category.

sep 2023 | Companies

Team at Ollis/Akers/Arney Insurance & Business Advisors in Springfield MO

Best Places to Work

1. Ollis/Akers/Arney Insurance & Business Advisors

Find out how Ollis/Akers/Arney Insurance & Business Advisors came in at the top of the list for Best Places to Work 2023 in the Small...

sep 2023 | Companies

Graddy Real Estate team in Springfield MO

Best Places to Work

2. Graddy Real Estate

Find out how Graddy Real Estate made the list for Best Places to Work 2023 in the Small Employer category.

sep 2023 | Companies

Team at West Plains Bank and Trust Company

Best Places to Work

2. West Plains Bank and Trust Company

Find out how West Plains Bank and Trust Company made the list for Best Places to Work 2023 in the Large Employer category.

sep 2023 | Companies

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