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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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Mike Ingram Talks About the Fireworks Supermarket

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sep 2023 | Branson, Golf
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Ladies Who Launch: Do It For You

It’s time to lean into the things that bring you joy and fulfillment. Ladies Who Launch is here to help.

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2022 Commercial Design Awards
Commercial Design Awards

2022 Commercial Design Awards

The annual Commercial Design Awards showcases Springfield, Missouri businesses with spaces that mesh functionality with beauty.

jul 2022 | Build, Business Services, Commercial Design Awards, Design
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Brad Thessing Talks Springfield’s Whataburger

Developer Brad Thessing is no stranger to finding opportunities that benefit Springfield. He discusses new north side tenant Whataburger,...

jul 2022 | Build, Food
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Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner for General Office & Professional Services
Commercial Design Awards

Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: General Office & Professional Services

A dual-purpose, modernist inspired building with office space for the client’s law practice and a chapel for church services.

jul 2022 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features
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Commercial Design Awards

Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Health Care

An outdated medical facility was turned into a bright, modern and sophisticated plastic surgery center using a mix of complete redesigns...

jul 2022 | Coffee
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Lifestyle winner of 2022 Commercial Design Awards
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Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Lifestyle

Through renovation and new construction, a modern, flexible, multifunctioning school building was created to serve the district’s students,...

jul 2022 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features
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Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Renovation
Commercial Design Awards

Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Renovation

A dated and segmented office space was transformed into a fun, bright and collaborative environment for a fast-paced, growing local company.

jul 2022 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features
2022
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Commercial Design Awards

Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Unbuilt Project

A 1,500-seat performing arts center—connected to the existing high school—to host both school performances and community wide events.

jul 2022 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features

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Biz 417's Ladies Who Launch 2022

Ladies Who Launch 2022 presented by Volt Credit Union, July 14, 2022. Oasis Hotel & Convention Center.
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Secret Sauce Summit, 2022

Secret Sauce Summit by Adapt of Die, May 19, 2022. Hotel Vandivort.
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2022 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award Luncheon

Small Business Award presented by Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, May 4, 2022. Oasis Hotel & Convention Center.
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Salute to Travel & Tourism Banquet 2022

Salute to Travel & Tourism Banquet presented by Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, April 28, 2022. White River Conference Center.

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