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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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Elevate Branson works to support the workforce behind the tourism industry in Branson, MO.
Family-Owned

Empowering Branson's Workforce with Elevate Branson

Since 2008, Bryan and Amy Stallings of Elevate Branson have been working to support the workforce that powers Branson’s tourism industry.

nov 2023 | Branson
Giving Back with Branson's Titanic Museum Attraction.
Small to Mid-Sized

Giving Back with Branson's Titanic Museum Attraction

Titanic Museum Attraction in Branson makes giving part of their business model by partnering with a nonprofit that provides shoes to kids...

nov 2023 | Branson, Do Good, Giving Back
How Exercise Can Impact Team Building.
Culture

How Exercise Can Impact Team Building

Sometimes the best team building exercises with your work crew take place outside of the office—and involve literal exercise.

nov 2023 | Local Activities
Hal Donaldson
Biz 100

Biz 417 Person of the Year 2023: Hal Donaldson

With a new world headquarters that opened in October, Convoy of Hope has had a big year. Founder Hal Donaldson has paved the way for its...

nov 2023 | Biz 100, People
Ron and Nancy Bogart
Culture

Coast to Coast on Two Wheels

Ron and Nancy Bogart made themselves a lofty goal to bicycle in all 50 states while they’re in their 50s.

nov 01 2023 | Travel
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Biz 100

Meet Biz 417's 2023 Biz 100

Meet the 2023 Biz 100. You already know these names. They’re the people shaping southwest Missouri’s future. This list gets to the heart of...

nov 2023 | Biz 100, People
A mockup of the new Springfield Brewing Company.
Small Businesses

Q&A with Ty Iechyd Da Distillery Director of Brewery and Distillery Operations Brian Allen

With two expansions in the works, Springfield Brewing Company’s Ty Iechyd Da Distillery Director of Brewery and Distillery Operations Brian...

nov 2023 | Drinks, Q&A
A mockup of the reimagined Ozark Empire Fairgrounds.
Corporate

Reimagining Ozark Empire Fairgrounds

Big changes to Ozark Empire Fairgrounds are planned to have a big economic impact on Southwest Missouri.

nov 2023 | Build, Financial

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A Home Away from Home with Meridian Title Company
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
From the Desk of Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe
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
How Old Missouri Bank Hit the Ground Running
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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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
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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
The $100 Million Impact of Project 100
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
What It Takes to Keep Southwest Missouri in the Know
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

The Latest Biz People Pics

See pictures from the Annual Springfield Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 2023
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Annual Springfield Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 2023

Annual Chamber Meeting, presented by Springfield Chamber of Commerce, January 27, 2023. Oasis Hotel & Convention Center.
See pictures from the Biz 100 party 2022
Biz People Pics

Biz 417's Biz 100 Party 2022 Presented by SumnerOne

Biz 100 Party 2022 presented by SumnerOne, November 9, 2022. BMW of Springfield.
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Biz 417's Best Places To Work 2022

Best Places To Work 2022 presented by Penmac Staffing, September 7, 2022. Glendalough Conference Center.
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Biz 417's 10 For The Next 10 Happy Hour 2022

Biz 417's 10 For The Next 10 Happy Hour, July 27, 2022. Ebbets Field.

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