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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Successful Start to the Day

The things you do when you first hop out of bed in the morning often pave the path for your day ahead. Learn what early a.m. routines can...

jul 2016 | Strategy

Leadership

The Manager's Takeaway with Kirk Elmquist

Kirk Elmquist has held several managerial positions in the worlds of sports management, food service and real estate. He shared some of the...

jul 2016 | Infographics, People

Culture

Winning Workplace Cultures

How Great Companies Ignite Passion In Their People.

jul 2016 | Companies, Features, Q&A

New Craft Brewery in 417-land

Show-Me Brewing, a DIY brewing destination and supply shop, plans to make and serve its own craft beer.

jun 30 2016

Lighten Up at Work

It's okay to have fun at work.

jun 28 2016

Branson Ferris Wheel Opens

The old Navy Pier Ferris wheel finds a new home in 417-land

jun 23 2016

The Talk Still Says a Lot

While nonverbal communication still tells us a lot about each other, what we say has a large impact on who we are and how we communicate.

jun 21 2016

People-Centered Interviews

Interview prospective hires like they might actually work for your business.

jun 13 2016

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Doug Pitt and What We Can Do When We Care to Learn

Biz 417 sat down with Doug Pitt, founder of the nonprofit Care to Learn, to discuss his career, philanthropic interests and the things that...

jan 2023 | Charity, Leadership, People

Strategy

Future Proofing with Seth Harrell

417-lander Seth Harrell has a master’s degree in a unique field: foresight. Last year, he was selected as an emerging fellow by the...

jan 2023 | Companies, Strategy

Leadership

Get to Know Algerian Hart

By bridging gaps between people, Algerian Hart strives to build a sense of belonging on campus and in the community through his new role in...

jan 2023 | Companies, Education, Leadership

Family-Owned

How Lights Prosthetic Eyes is Always Evolving

Owner of Lights Prosthetic Eyes Randy Light shares his journey in an ever-evolving family business.

jan 2023 | Companies, Family, Next Gen

Small Businesses

Q&A with Andrew Doolittle

Andrew Doolittle and his business partners with GDL Enterprises, LLC, purchased property at the southwest corner of Grand and Grant in...

jan 2023 | Communication, Leadership, Strategy

Women in Business

Amanda Tummons on Staying Grounded

Amanda Tummons, partner at Husch Blackwell, works with national and international clients. She talks about how she approaches high-pressure...

dec 14 2022 | Branded Content, Native Content
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3 Ways to Grow Professionally

American National found that when their team plugged into these three opportunities, they saw professional and personal growth.

dec 01 2022 | Branded Content, Native Content
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Communication

Kerri Southard on How to Keep Customers Happy

Kerri Southard, back office operations manager at Volt Credit Union, talks about keeping customers happy.

nov 09 2022 | Branded Content, Native Content
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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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Successful Start to the Day

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The Manager's Takeaway with Kirk Elmquist

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Winning Workplace Cultures

New Craft Brewery in 417-land

Lighten Up at Work

Branson Ferris Wheel Opens

The Talk Still Says a Lot

People-Centered Interviews

Get Connected with Biz 417

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Doug Pitt and What We Can Do When We Care to Learn

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Future Proofing with Seth Harrell

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Get to Know Algerian Hart

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Amanda Tummons on Staying Grounded

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