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

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How Environmental Design Can Help Your Business

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Judy Thompson: Senior Vice President for University Advancement at Drury University (Retired)
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Judy Thompson is a Woman Who Means Business

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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...

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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.

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Mary Schrag: Owner of Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic
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Mary Schrag is a Woman Who Means Business

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Dean Thompson Shares How He Does It All

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Amanda Hedgpeth is a Woman Who Means Business

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Business Ambassador Programs in Southwest Missouri

These southwest Missouri businesses implement and utilize ambassador programs to achieve their unique goals in new ways.

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Business and Networking Events in Southwest Missouri

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Corey Kilburn: From the Courtroom to the Stage

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Five Southwest Missouri Health Institutions Work Together
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Five Southwest Missouri Health Institutions Work Together

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mar 2025 | Business Services, Education, Health

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