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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Lessons Learned in 2016

The People Centric team reflects on 2016.

jan 17 2017

What You Missed at Think Summit

We challenged 417-land to think big, and we weren’t disappointed. Basically, the day was 🔥🔥🔥.

jan 14 2017

The eFactory's Newest Investments

The eFactory is investing $30,000 for 8% equity into five companies—three of which are local.

jan 12 2017

Meet 417-land’s Tech-xperts

Finalists for the Excellence in Technology Awards are tip-top techies including Mostly Serious, Tomo Drug Testing and others.

jan 05 2017

6 Reasons to Attend Think Summit

Biz 417's Think Summit is January 13 at Springfield Art Museum. You'll...

jan 05 2017

5 Pound Apparel Sold

Ben and Brina Thomas will transition into ownership immediately.

jan 03 2017

Whitepapers

Why You Need a Sales Process

John Martinez, Founder of Midwest Revenue Group explains how to put processes in place to empower your sales team.

jan 2017 | Branded Content, Native Content, Strategy, Whitepapers
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Leadership

2017 Breakthrough Award: H. Wes Pratt

The first-ever Biz 417 Breakthrough Award recipient is H. Wes Pratt, the chief diversity officer and assistant to the president at Missouri...

jan 2017 | Features, People

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Strategy

Q&A with JMARK's Thomas H. Douglas

We sat down with Thomas H. Douglas to learn about his new book, Adapt or Die, and how he developed the “algorithm of success.”

mar 2022 | Business Services, Companies, Consulting

Corporate

Andy's Frozen Custard Partners with NASCAR

A NASCAR Xfinity race became an exceptional bonding experience for members of the Andy’s Frozen Custard leadership and management team, who...

mar 2022 | Companies, Leadership

2022

Angi Blevins: Co-owner and Project Manager at Bailey Pyle Builders

Women Who Mean Business

Angi Blevins is a Woman Who Means Business

Angi Blevins, co-owner and project manager at Bailey Pyle Builders, is seeking ways to encourage female leaders in southwest Missouri.

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A

Culture

How Environmental Design Can Help Your Business

Protect your company with environmental design tips from Kaylee Friend.

mar 2022 | Build, Communication, Companies

2022

Judy Thompson: Senior Vice President for University Advancement at Drury University (Retired)

Women Who Mean Business

Judy Thompson is a Woman Who Means Business

Judy Thompson, now-retired senior vice president for university advancement at Drury University, is known for her passion, warmth and...

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, Marketing, People

2022

KatIe Towns: Director of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department

Women Who Mean Business

Katie Towns is a Woman Who Means Business

Katie Towns, director of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department, has faced and overcome obstacles throughout her personal and...

mar 2022 | Features, Health, Leadership, People

2022

Kesha Alexander: Co-Owner and Account Lead at Supper Co.

Women Who Mean Business

Kesha Alexander is a Woman Who Means Business

Kesha Alexander, co-owner and account lead at Supper Co., is always looking to build meaningful connections with clients.

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A

2022

Mary Schrag: Owner of Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic

Women Who Mean Business

Mary Schrag is a Woman Who Means Business

Mary Schrag, owner of Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic, sees every challenge as an opportunity to learn something new.

mar 2022 | 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.

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Get to Know Taylor Warwick, COO of Mercy Springfield Communities

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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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Lessons Learned in 2016

What You Missed at Think Summit

The eFactory's Newest Investments

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6 Reasons to Attend Think Summit

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Why You Need a Sales Process

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2017 Breakthrough Award: H. Wes Pratt

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