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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The Rise of PFI Western Store

Since the early years of PFI Western Store, owner Randy Little has steered his business into a Western-wear empire.

may 2017 | Strategy

Strategy

Three Tips from Bottom Line Financial Planning

If you had to stop working tomorrow, could your company continue without you? That’s one of the things Kenny Gott and John Piatchek aim to...

may 2017

Style

Tic Tac Tech Gear

Gear up with these futuristic finds that protect your tech and pump up your productivity.

may 2017 | Biz Style

Communication

Updating Your Company's Vacation Policy

The summer sun will soon be calling, meaning your employees will be itching to take a vacation. Before the time-off requests start rolling...

may 2017 | Strategy

Features

Workforce Development in Southwest Missouri

While many local companies struggle to recruit workers, some organizations are facing the region’s workforce development challenges...

may 2017 | Features, Jobs, Recruitment

5 Things You Can Learn From People

Don Harkey of People Centric Consulting Group discusses how airport interactions relate to organizations.

apr 27 2017

5 Things to Look Forward to at SPIN66

No big deal: Someone could win $10,000.

apr 25 2017

Treasure Your Talent

Why connecting with and understanding your employees can be an investment in your business.

apr 24 2017

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Local Farms Create the Missouri Flower Exchange

With supply chains in disarray and environmental impact in mind, many 417-land florists have been looking for alternatives to big flower...

sep 2022 | Flowers

Zora Mulligan, Executive VP at Missouri State University

Communication

Meet Zora Mulligan, New Executive VP at Missouri State University

Zora Mulligan brings a diverse range of experience to Missouri State University. In previous positions with the State of Missouri and the...

sep 2022 | Communication, Leadership, Networking

Culture

Mercy Employees Talk the Importance of Compassionate Care

By sharing personal stories of compassionate care and exceptional service, Mercy employees acknowledge how their work soothes patients...

sep 2022 | Communication, Health

A rendering of the new Heritage development in Springfield MO

Small to Mid-Sized

On the Rise with Sam Coryell, TLC Property Management

Coryell Collaborative Group used to have company meetings in a side room at Heritage Cafeteria. Now, the development group is building a...

sep 2022 | Communication

Small to Mid-Sized

Q&A with Stan Liedel of Betty & Bobby Allison Sports Town

We sat down with Stan Liedel, President of L5 Management and Consulting and part owner of Springfield’s Betty & Bobby Allison SportsTown,...

sep 2022 | Leadership, Q&A

Server at 7 Brew Coffee in Springfield MO

Small to Mid-Sized

Springfield's 7 Brew Coffee Boom

With three new Springfield locations opening in the past six months, 7 Brew Coffee’s focus on fast, friendly service is creating a foothold...

sep 2022 | Coffee

Family-Owned

The Next Generation at SMC Packaging

With second and third generations leading the way, Southern Missouri Containers embraces innovation while preserving a tradition of...

sep 2022 | Leadership, Next Gen

Corporate

Why Vital Farms is Expanding Its Springfield Location

Why did Vital Farms choose to expand its Springfield facility? It came down to the city’s location and its unique perks.

sep 01 2022 | Companies

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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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The Rise of PFI Western Store

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Updating Your Company's Vacation Policy

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Workforce Development in Southwest Missouri

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5 Things to Look Forward to at SPIN66

Treasure Your Talent

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Local Farms Create the Missouri Flower Exchange

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Meet Zora Mulligan, New Executive VP at Missouri State University

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Mercy Employees Talk the Importance of Compassionate Care

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On the Rise with Sam Coryell, TLC Property Management

Small to Mid-Sized

Q&A with Stan Liedel of Betty & Bobby Allison Sports Town

Small to Mid-Sized

Springfield's 7 Brew Coffee Boom

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