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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BIZ DIRECTORIES

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Rethinking Medicine

Dr. Kerri Miller is reimagining healthcare to address the gap between diagnostics and recovery.

nov 2016

Strategy

Seeking Strong Partnerships

Strong partnerships with local entities are key to Roll Forward, a locally minded shopping app that benefits customers and businesses....

nov 2016

Family-Owned

Success Through the Roof

Rogersville-based Dale’s Roofing has reached new heights thanks to a strong set of values passed on from father to son.

nov 2016 | Companies, Next Gen, Rogersville, MO, Strategy

Strategy

The Strategy of Scheduling

As office manager at Winder And Company, Inc., Amanda Lewis knows scheduling flexibility is just part of the job within the...

nov 2016

Style

Timeless: Then and Now

Nothing says timeless like a Rolex timekeeper, whether you choose one that leans old-school with a simple leather band or one that shines...

nov 2016 | Biz Style, Shopping

Small to Mid-Sized

Trading In Technology

One company explains the value of switching to to a managed services IT model.

nov 2016

HealthMEDX Acquisition

Ozark-based electronic medical record developer acquired by Netsmart

oct 27 2016

Hotel V Named Best in the World

The downtown hotel was just named the 2016 Boutique Hotel of the Year by the Boutique & Lifestyle Lodging Association.

oct 26 2016

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Offices

A Home Away from Home with Meridian Title Company

Complete with local art, stylish and comfortable furniture and even an office dog named Clozer, Meridian Title Company at 1334 E. Republic...

may 2022 | Decor, Workspaces

Offices

From the Desk of Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe

Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe is the founder of SAAB, formerly known as the Student African American Brotherhood, headquartered in downtown...

may 2022 | Workspaces

Leadership

How Old Missouri Bank Hit the Ground Running

Jeff Houghton catches up with Mark Harrington, co-founder of Old Missouri Bank, to talk about how OMB was able to hit the ground running.

may 2022 | Advice & Whiskey

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Offices

How To Upgrade Three Key Outdoor Spaces

Whether it’s a backyard lounge spot at home, dining patio around town or an outdoor getaway at work, these style ideas will make you want...

may 01 2022 | Branded Content, Native Content
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Small to Mid-Sized

isense Wants You to Get Better Sleep

Paul Longman, CEO and founder of isense, found an opportunity in the adjustable mattress market. After some trial and error, he tailored...

may 2022 | Technology

Culture

Reaching the the Hidden Workers of Southwest Missouri

Which barriers are preventing you from finding and keeping employees? And what can you do about them?

may 2022 | Features, Leadership

Culture

The $100 Million Impact of Project 100

In 2018 Digital Monitoring Products, Inc., a Springfield-based online security firm, began Project 100.

may 2022 | #417Culture

Communication

What It Takes to Keep Southwest Missouri in the Know

CEO of Springfield Daily Citizen, David Stoeffler returned to Springfield with a big idea to combat the current problems local news faces.

may 2022 | #417Culture, Communication

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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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Rethinking Medicine

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Seeking Strong Partnerships

Family-Owned

Success Through the Roof

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The Strategy of Scheduling

Style

Timeless: Then and Now

Small to Mid-Sized

Trading In Technology

HealthMEDX Acquisition

Hotel V Named Best in the World

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Offices

A Home Away from Home with Meridian Title Company

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From the Desk of Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe

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How Old Missouri Bank Hit the Ground Running

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How To Upgrade Three Key Outdoor Spaces

Small to Mid-Sized

isense Wants You to Get Better Sleep

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Reaching the the Hidden Workers of Southwest Missouri

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The $100 Million Impact of Project 100

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What It Takes to Keep Southwest Missouri in the Know

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