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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BIZ DIRECTORIES

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Founding Subscribers

Didn’t make the list? Don’t worry. We will continue to print the names of our newest Founding Subscribers in every issue for our first year.

jul 20 2016

How Do You Think?

Here is a simple and free exercise you can practice to try to gain some insights into your own head.

jul 18 2016

Oakstar Bank Announces Merger

Combining with Bank of Urbana will result in $620 million in assets

jul 14 2016

Cooper Tennis Complex outmatches the competition

Home to the Springfield Lasers named one of the best in the nation

jul 14 2016

Network Like a Pro

Anthony Tindall, Senior Marketing Manager at ServiceMaster, is known for striking up conversations at networking events. He shares how to...

jul 13 2016

Corporate

Big Cedar Lodge Voted a Top Resort Hotel

Readers of Travel + Leisure named Big Cedar Lodge the best Midwestern resort.

jul 08 2016 | Branson, Golf, Travel

People Centric Insights: July 2016

Each month, we go to the team at People Centric Consulting Group to gather their insights based on real experiences with organizations.

jul 05 2016

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Commercial Design Awards

2016 Commercial Design Awards

Winning commercial spaces that inspire as much as they delight.

jul 2016 | Decor, Design, Design Awards, Features

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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
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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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Founding Subscribers

How Do You Think?

Oakstar Bank Announces Merger

Cooper Tennis Complex outmatches the competition

Network Like a Pro

Corporate

Big Cedar Lodge Voted a Top Resort Hotel

People Centric Insights: July 2016

Commercial Design Awards

2016 Commercial Design Awards

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Get to Know Jason England

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

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Loretta Roney on Financial Literacy

Family-Owned

Preserving a Christian County Farm

Leadership

Springfield Cardinals Roost in Springfield

Small Businesses

Time-Honored Techniques at Ty Iechyd Da

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What's Going On Downtown?

Lifestyle

6 Ways To Promote Yourself To Get Promoted in Springfield

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The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Athena Awards 2019

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Great Game for Small Business Kickoff Happy Hour

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Downtown Springfield Association's Annual Downtown Awards 2019

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