Biz 417 May/June 2025

View Issue

Biz 417 May/June 2025

SUBSCRIBE

417 Magazine
Home
417 Bride
417 Custom
Culture

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.

FIND OUT MORE

BIZ DIRECTORIES

Find the best in the biz right here.
Financial
Attorneys
Meeting Spaces
Lunch Spots
Biz Services
More

The Latest

Kristen Bright photo
Women in Business

Four Lessons Kristen Bright Learned During a Challenging Year

The BKD partner and single mom shares her takeaways from a year of pandemic living.

mar 09 2021 | Leadership, Strategy, Women in Business
Advertisement
Grooms interior design photo
Strategy

The New Way to Manage Stress At Work

These are the four questions you should ask yourself and your team to gauge your workplace’s grasp on mental health.

mar 09 2021 | Branded Content, Companies, Native Content
Advertisement
Logan Aguirre and Robin Robeson
Women in Business

Logan Aguirre Shares Five Lessons for International Women's Day

Find out what she learned at her first job, how she and her family worked around a career barrier and more.

mar 08 2021 | Leadership, Strategy, Women in Business
Apple Podcasts Icon
Strategy

Arvest Bank's CEO Kyle Hubbard on His Favorite Podcasts

Arvest Bank’s new president and CEO of the Springfield region, Kyle Hubbard offers four podcasts he listens to to unwind after a day in the...

mar 2021 | Strategy
2021
Carrie Richardson: Executive Director of Leadership Springfield
Women Who Mean Business

Carrie Richardson is a Woman Who Means Business

As executive director of Leadership Springfield, Carrie Richardson has implemented The Great Game of Business and set the nonprofit...

mar 2021 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
Manufacturing packaging at Chill-Pak facility
Manufacturing

Chill-Pak in Springfield, MO Helps Ship COVID-19 Vaccines

Chill-Pak was more than ready to distribute COVID-19 vaccines, thanks to the unique packaging products it produces.

mar 2021 | Companies, Manufacturing
Stock survey photo
Communication

Coordinating Communication with the City of Springfield

As the City of Springfield plans major projects, it asks for community feedback. Keeping the public engaged is no small task.

mar 2021 | Communication, Strategy
Ryan DeBoef photo
Leadership

Cutting Through Red Tape with Missouri State University’s Ryan DeBoef

Ryan DeBoef is the chief of staff at Missouri State University. We met up with him at Culture Counter for some kombucha and conversation...

mar 2021 | Advice & Whiskey, Leadership

Get Connected with Biz 417

Biz Break

Get access to local stories, networking events & more.

The Launch

Connect with women building and owning their careers.

Follow Us

Keep up with breaking 417-land Biz news.

Subscribe

Powerful business, in your hands.

Biz Events

Browse local networking events on our calendar.
Jason England
Leadership

Get to Know Jason England

Learn how Jason England worked his way up through different roles at Arvest Bank over the course of 25 years to become president of the...

may 2023 | Leadership, People
How Max Penny of Howler Biker Co. Developed Howler Bike Park
Entrepreneur

How Max Penny of Howler Biker Co. Developed Howler Bike Park

The owner of Howler Bike Co. saw that his customers needed a bike park where they could really enjoy the merchandise.

may 2023 | Entrepreneur, Leadership, Outdoors
Loretta Roney on Financial Literacy
Small to Mid-Sized

Loretta Roney on Financial Literacy

We talked with Loretta Roney, then-president/CEO of Volt Credit Union, to discuss Volt’s new education venture.

may 2023 | Communication, E-Commerce, Strategy
Preserving a Christian County Farm
Family-Owned

Preserving a Christian County Farm

At Cassidy Station at Estes Farms, Hollie and Kyle Estes are preserving a historic Christian County farm for future generations.

may 2023 | Family
Springfield Cardinals Roost in Springfield
Leadership

Springfield Cardinals Roost in Springfield

Expect the Springfield Cardinals to roost in 417-land for years to come. The stadium could soon host concerts and events as well.

may 2023 | Communication, Downtown Springfield, Sports
Time-Honored Techniques at Ty Iechyd Da
Small Businesses

Time-Honored Techniques at Ty Iechyd Da

The distillers at Ty Iechyd Da are merging time-honored technique with Missouri ingredients to create sweet-sipping spirits.

may 2023 | Entrepreneur, Meet the Maker, Strategy
Downtown Springfield with new Springfield MO city flag.
Strategy

What's Going On Downtown?

People have many questions about downtown Springfield. What’s going on in the district? Is it safe? And what will it take to write the next...

may 2023 | Downtown Springfield, Features, Leadership
6 Ways to Become a Leader
Lifestyle

6 Ways To Promote Yourself To Get Promoted in Springfield

Even if you're not a manager, you can start acting like one. Three top women leaders share tactical tips to implement today to get you on...

apr 14 2023 | Women in Business
Advertisement

The Latest Biz People Pics

See pictures from Branson's Black Tie Gala 2020
Biz People Pics

Branson's Black Tie Gala 2020

Branson's Black Tie Gala at Chateau on the Lake on February 7, 2020. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
See pictures from Downtown Springfield Association's Annual Downtown Awards 2020
Biz People Pics

Downtown Springfield Association's Annual Downtown Awards 2020

Downtown Springfield Association's Annual Downtown Awards Ceremony presented by the Downtown Council of Champions. February 6. Hotel...
See pictures from the Springfield Area of Chamber Commerce's Annual Meeting
Biz People Pics

The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting 2020

The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting. January 31. University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center. Photos by Brad...
See pictures from Biz 417's Think Summit 2020
Biz People Pics

Biz 417's Think Summit 2020

Biz 417's Think Summit presented by People Centric Consulting Group. Hosted by the Springfield Art Museum. January 24, 2020.

Most Recent Biz Blogs

20 Best Places to Work in Springfield, Missouri

From Idea to Startup: Build Your App and Compete for Pre-Seed Capital with Codefi

Where to Meet for Lunch on Mondays

Most Recent People Stories

An Open Letter to the New Springfield City Leadership

Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

Bonnie Nolen with Bon Bon’s Candy House

Most Popular Biz Stories

A Few Clever Tweaks Made Plain Business Cards Into Guaranty Bank’s Best Recruiting Tool

Work with WestRock and Be a Leader in the Paper Packaging Industry

How the Canine Rehabilitation Insitute Came to Springfield, Missouri

Want more biz? We deliver.

Subscribe to Biz