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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Working Out at Work

Rick Hughlett of Rick’s Automotive is always finding ways to invest in his employees, with his latest venture leading him to open an...

may 2016 | Automotive, Strategy

Workweek Workout

Karen and Mark Plucinski train for 50- or 100-mile ultramarathons while having full-time careers. Karen, a professor at Missouri Southern...

apr 27 2016

Corporate

Local McDonald’s Owners Awarded by Company’s CEO

McDonald’s CEO Steve Easterbrook awarded local McDonald’s restaurant owners Golden Arch Awards.

apr 20 2016 | Companies

Meet the Makers: Crivelli Mack, Inc.

An eye for color and a knack for design helped Gerri Mack turn a whim into an international empire built on stylish coats.

apr 18 2016 | Meet the Maker, Women in Business

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CoxHealth to Hold Hiring Fair for 100 Positions

CoxHealth is looking for around 100 people to fill nursing support positions.

apr 13 2016 | Companies, Jobs

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Springfield’s Greg DeLong Earns Family Wealth Advisor Designation with Morgan Stanley

DeLong completed an accreditation program that highlighted the particular skills required to help families communicate about money and...

apr 12 2016 | Companies, People

Meet the Makers: Executive Coach Builders

Young entrepreneur David Bakare led a failing company to first place in the luxury limousine industry.

apr 04 2016 | Meet the Maker

The eFactory Accelerator Accepting Applications

apr 01 2016

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Each year, Biz 417 chooses five women who are guiding southwest Missouri into the future.

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

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New Leadership at I Pour Life

I Pour Life takes on new leadership while continuing forward with the same mission.

mar 2022 | Charity, Leadership

Grooms worked with CoxHealth to provide chairs for their new super clinic.

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The Doctor’s Office You’ll Actually Enjoying Visiting

CoxHealth’s new Super Clinics are the doctors’ office of the future, except they’re being built right now.

mar 01 2022 | Branded Content, Decor, Native Content
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The Next Generation of Leadership at Russell Cellular

As working parents, Jeff and Kym Russell used to bring their kids along on store setups out of necessity. Little did they know, they were...

mar 2022 | Companies, Leadership, Next Gen

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10 Takeaways from Think Summit 2022

If you missed Biz 417's 2022 Think Summit, here are 10 of our picks for key takeaways from the event.

feb 07 2022 | Think Summit

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5 Keys to Creating a Home Office Even When You Have Limited Space

Turn any empty corner of your home into a cozy office with these tips from Grooms Office Environments.

jan 18 2022 | Branded Content, Decor, Design, Native Content
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Krystal Creach of BKD on Taking a Team Approach

Krystal Creach, CPA and Director of BKD encourages women to stop trying to juggle everything alone and collaborate more at home and work.

jan 12 2022 | Branded Content, Leadership, Native Content
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Advice and Whiskey with Thomas Strong

No whiskey was needed when we met up with a legal legend in the Speakeasy at The Finley. Thomas Strong’s advice was as rich and clear as...

jan 2022 | Advice & Whiskey

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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

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Keeping College Station Theater Local

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Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

Networking in the Ozarks

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CoxHealth to Hold Hiring Fair for 100 Positions

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Springfield’s Greg DeLong Earns Family Wealth Advisor Designation with Morgan Stanley

Meet the Makers: Executive Coach Builders

The eFactory Accelerator Accepting Applications

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