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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Communication

Utilizing Digital Communication

As director of client services at The Alchemedia Project, an advertising agency headquartered in Springfield, Stephanie Hart uses digital...

jan 2017 | Strategy

Culture

Wellness for the Win at Connell Insurance Inc.

The culture at Connell Insurance Inc. stresses the importance of mental and physical wellness, and it helps employees succeed both inside...

jan 2017 | Strategy

Strategy

You’ve Been Promoted. Now What?

First-time managers are faced with many challenges. Learn how to navigate your new role and become a more effective leader with the help of...

jan 2017 | Strategy

Four To Follow with Branden Schwab

Communication Lead for Springfield Creatives, Branden Schwab, shares his favorite social media accounts when he needs a fresh perspective.

dec 30 2016

Why Managers Can Solve Problems, But Often Shouldn’t

Don Harkey of People Centric Consulting Group explains how managers can help their employees grow by stepping back.

dec 29 2016

Let’s Face it: You're A Professional, Not A Manager

Don Harkey explains that professional experience doesn't necessarily translate to management expertise.

dec 22 2016

Organizational Tempo: The Beat of your Business

Don Harkey of People Centric Consulting Group explains the importance of understanding your organization's pace.

dec 17 2016

People Centric Insights: December 2016

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

dec 14 2016

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2025

Women Who Mean Business

Halley Fleming is a Woman Who Means Business

Halley Fleming, one of Biz 417's Women Who Mean Business for 2025, is the Owner/Founder of Ozark Mountain Adventure.

mar 2025 | Features, Leadership, Marketing, People

Culture

How 417 Travel Gives Back

How a local travel company weaves the spirit of giving back into how they do business.

mar 2025 | Companies, Giving Back

Family-Owned

How Hold Fast Brewing Built Its Team

How Springfield-based Hold Fast Brewing has built a loyal team and benefits from low turnover of key positions.

mar 2025 | Companies, Drinks

Manufacturing

How Two Springfield Business Build 7 Brew Locations

Two Springfield-based businesses—Creative Modular Construction and Toth & Associates—lend their expertise to the rapidly expanding...

mar 2025 | Manufacturing

Offices

Inside BluCurrent Credit Union's New Space

BluCurrent Credit Union serves more than 23,000 members and has over $350 million in assets. While these numbers continue to grow, their...

mar 2025 | Workspaces

2025

Women Who Mean Business

Judith Martinez, Ph.D. is a Woman Who Means Business

Judith Martinez, Ph.D., one of Biz 417's Women Who Mean Business for 2025, is Director of Faculty Mentoring & Associate Professor of...

mar 2025 | Features, Leadership, People, Women in Business

Small Businesses

Lincoln Whisler Talks 1984 Arcade

Lincoln Whisler, advertising director for Reliable Toyota/Lexus/BMW, is also one of the creative minds behind 1984 Arcade.

mar 2025 | Companies, Downtown Springfield

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Women business leaders in southwest Missouri

Women Who Mean Business

Meet the 2025 Biz 417 Women Who Mean Business

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

mar 2025 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A

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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.

New on the Scene

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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Utilizing Digital Communication

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Wellness for the Win at Connell Insurance Inc.

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You’ve Been Promoted. Now What?

Four To Follow with Branden Schwab

Why Managers Can Solve Problems, But Often Shouldn’t

Let’s Face it: You're A Professional, Not A Manager

Organizational Tempo: The Beat of your Business

People Centric Insights: December 2016

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Halley Fleming is a Woman Who Means Business

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How 417 Travel Gives Back

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How Hold Fast Brewing Built Its Team

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How Two Springfield Business Build 7 Brew Locations

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Inside BluCurrent Credit Union's New Space

Women Who Mean Business

Judith Martinez, Ph.D. is a Woman Who Means Business

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