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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Morelock-Ross is Built to Last

David and Andy Ross are building themselves up to take over their father’s company, Morelock-Ross.

mar 2016 | Build, Next Gen, Strategy

Leadership

Old-Fashioned Guidance from John Wanamaker

After working his way to the top, John Wanamaker, managing partner of BKD, LLP, has enough advice to fill a ledger. Over smoked Old...

mar 2016 | Advice & Whiskey

Startups

The Art of Dynamic DNA

Dynamic DNA specializes in research, testing and even personalized DNA artwork.

mar 2016 | Art, Companies, Technology

Strategy

Training for an Ultramarathon With a Full-Time Job

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

mar 2016 | Fitness, Strategy

Strategy

What wellness program would work best for my employees?

The healthiest workplaces have healthy employees. Use our flowchart to learn how three successful Springfield businesses are inspiring...

mar 2016 | Health, Infographics, Strategy

2016

Women Who Mean Business

Out of almost 70 nominations, these five trailblazers stood out from the pack as leaders in their fields.

mar 2016 | Features, Women in Business

Corporate

U.S. Bank adds new Residential Mortgage Loan Originator

U.S. Bank recently announced the addition of Sharon Miller Koechner as the Residential Mortgage Loan Originator at its 500 E. Battlefield...

feb 29 2016 | Companies, Financial

Strategy Without Buy-In

While it is important to take the time to develop a strategic plan, it’s even more important to create an organizational culture able to...

feb 23 2016

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