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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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Kaleidescope Passes 50 Years

Last year, Kaleidoscope on East Sunshine Street celebrated 50 years in business.

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Lisa Tinkler is franchise owner and regional developer for Redline Athletics.
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Lisa Tinkler is a Woman Who Means Business

Lisa Tinkler, one of Biz 417's 2023 Women Who Mean Business, is franchise owner and regional developer for Redline Athletics.

mar 2023 | Features, Health, Leadership, People
Meet Ryan DeBoef
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Meet Ryan DeBoef, Partner at Hahn DeBoef Government Relations

After 11 years at Missouri State University—including eight as chief of staff/assistant to the president for governmental relations—Ryan...

mar 2023 | Leadership
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Women Who Mean Business

Meet the 2023 Biz 417 Women Who Mean Business

Each year, Biz 417 chooses five women who are guiding southwest Missouri into the future.

mar 2023 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
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Monique Carriger, general manager of Pinegar Honda.
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Monique Carriger is a Woman Who Means Business

Monique Carriger, one of Biz 417's Women Who Mean Business for 2023, is the general manager of Pinegar Honda.

mar 2023 | Features, Leadership, Marketing, People
Q&A with Sean FitzGibbons
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Q&A with Sean FitzGibbons

Last fall, the History Museum on the Square named Sean FitzGibbons its new executive director. We chatted about his experience managing...

mar 2023 | Leadership
Brian Fogle and Rob Fulp
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Shared History: Brian Fogle and Rob Fulp

Through youthful “Wonder Years” in ’60s and ’70s Aurora and decades as Springfield business and civic leaders, Brian Fogle and Rob Fulp...

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Taking Flight with SPS and OTC

Springfield Public Schools and Ozarks Technical Community College are rolling out a new opportunity for young people with their eyes on the...

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Jason England
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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...

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