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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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After 73 Years, Jay Key Service Remains Open to Change

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After 73 Years, Jay Key Service Remains Open to Change

Jay Key Service has a long history of change and transformation as new generations have stepped up to lead.

sep 2017 | Next Gen

A Tour of PaperWise’s Eric Wubbena’s Office

Offices

A Tour of PaperWise’s Eric Wubbena’s Office

After being self-employed for 10 years, Eric Wubbena knows the type of office he likes best. As the Director of Business Development and...

sep 2017 | Workspaces

Branson Bank Keeps Community Service at its Core

Culture

Branson Bank Keeps Community Service at its Core

Branson Bank offers employees more than 50 volunteer opportunities that reach every corner of the community.

sep 2017 | Branson, Charity, Companies, Strategy

Conducting Business Beyond State Borders

Strategy

Conducting Business Beyond State Borders

Whether you’re considering relocation or just investing in a company outside Missouri, Shannon Singleton of Staffing Plus explains how to...

sep 2017 | Strategy

Considering a Career Change? Steps to Make the Switch

Strategy

Considering a Career Change? Steps to Make the Switch

Job searching is stressful enough without attempting to land a position in a new industry, but that shouldn’t stop you. Two experts discuss...

sep 2017 | Jobs, Networking, Strategy

Designer Duds for Your Desk

Style

Designer Duds for Your Desk

Who said the kids heading back to school should be the only ones to get amped about office supplies? Local shops have designer digs to make...

sep 2017 | Biz Style

Does my Business Need an App?

Strategy

Does my Business Need an App?

If you’ve dismissed phone apps because you thought they were too expensive, Dan Seawel and Darren Furr, co-founders of Sola Digital, are...

sep 2017 | Q&A, Strategy

Doubling in Size in 4 Months Made Springfield Music Re-Evaluate its Culture

Culture

Doubling in Size in 4 Months Made Springfield Music Re-Evaluate its Culture

In the span of four months, Springfield Music Inc. doubled in size. By adapting its leadership style, implementing a companywide...

sep 2017 | Companies, Strategy

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Meet These Inspiring Female Springfield Business Leaders

These women are breaking barriers and confidently leading companies across Springfield, Missouri.

mar 2025 | Branded Content, Companies, Leadership, Native Content
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Pamela Yancey is a Woman Who Means Business

Pamela Yancey, one of the Biz 417 Women Who Mean Business for 2025, is President/CEO of the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB.

mar 2025 | Features, Leadership, People, Women in Business

Tom Conroy and Fred McQueary

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The Story Behind ProVino

A friendship and a passion for vino led to a collaborative start-up wine company spearheaded by three local couples.

mar 2025 | Wine

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Tiffani Claussen

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Tiffani Claussen is a Woman Who Means Business

Tiffani Claussen, one of the Biz 417 Women Who Mean Business for 2025, is Chief Executive Officer at AMPROD.

mar 2025 | Features, Leadership, People, Technology

Vroom Solar's New Solar Energy Solution

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Vroom Solar's New Solar Energy Solution

Vroom Solar’s newly launched solar energy solution is a DIY power plant that allows customers to plug into the sun anywhere, and Vroom...

mar 2025 | Companies

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Navigating Change with Strategic Leadership

Carly Taft discusses navigating change as the Regional Marketing Senior Leader for Forvis Mazars’ northwest region.

feb 2025 | Ladies Who Launch, Leadership
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