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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20 Best Places to Work in Springfield, Missouri

What makes a great place to work? Find out which businesses are the best to work for with our Best Places to Work.

may 05 2025 | Companies, Workspaces

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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...

may 2025 | Biking, Companies, Shopping

An Open Letter to the New Springfield, Missouri City Leadership

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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.

may 2025 | Downtown Springfield

Strategy

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...

may 2025

Leadership

Drury's Next Chapter with President Jeff Frederick

For Dr. Jeff Frederick, Drury’s new president, a university education goes beyond seated coursework. We spoke with Frederick about how he...

may 2025 | Education, People

Women in Business

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...

may 2025 | Women in Business

Entrepreneur

How Hector Cruz Developed Hampton Paddles

Busy dad of three Hector Cruz balances work at The Focus Group, CellARide and Evangel University while chasing the entrepreneurial itch....

may 2025 | Entrepreneur

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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...

may 2025 | Companies

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When You Have to Furlough Family

Dr. Stephen Rice, CEO and managing partner of Vision Clinic, thinks of everyone on staff as family. When the 2020 shutdown required him to...

jan 2022 | Family

Courtney Keleher Branch Manager at Volt Credit Union

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Courtney Keleher on Employee Recruitment and Retention

The personal banker turned Branch Manager at Volt Credit Union talks about “The Great Resignation” and how to find and keep the best...

dec 06 2021 | Branded Content, Native Content
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Offices

The Office Must-Haves for 2022

Get out your wishlist because the hottest office accessories and styles are here.

nov 2021 | Branded Content, Native Content
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Small Businesses

Chamber Names Harmony House as Small Business of the Year

In addition to Harmony House, finalists included Burgess Aircraft Management, LLC (dba OzAir Charter Service), Dynamic DNA Laboratories,...

nov 2021 | Business Services, People

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Biz 100

The Biz 100 Party 2021

Raise a glass to the most powerful and influential business leaders in 417-land at the Biz 100 Party presented by SumnerOne.

nov 2021 | Biz 100, Entrepreneur, Leadership, Networking

Women in Business

Molly Holtmann on the Importance of Partnering with Nonprofits

How the Director of Community Health and Access for Mercy Hospital forms and leverages alliances with community resources and why you...

nov 2021 | Branded Content, Do Good, Native Content, Networking
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Women in Business

Darline Mabins Takes the Reins at Minorities in Business

As a local small business owner with extensive experience at Guaranty Bank and as Chair of The Network, Darline Mabins brings a unique...

nov 2021 | Financial, Women in Business

Leadership

Get to Know Dr. Mike Rakes

Dr. Mike Rakes is a self-professed learner at heart, a student who never saw himself working in higher education. Now, Evangel’s fifth...

nov 2021 | People

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The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Athena Awards 2019

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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.

New on the Scene

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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20 Best Places to Work in Springfield, Missouri

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A Century of Cycling with A&B Cycle

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An Open Letter to the New Springfield City Leadership

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Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

Leadership

Drury's Next Chapter with President Jeff Frederick

Women in Business

Get to Know Taylor Warwick, COO of Mercy Springfield Communities

Entrepreneur

How Hector Cruz Developed Hampton Paddles

Strategy

Keeping College Station Theater Local

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When You Have to Furlough Family

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Chamber Names Harmony House as Small Business of the Year

Biz 100

The Biz 100 Party 2021

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Molly Holtmann on the Importance of Partnering with Nonprofits

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Darline Mabins Takes the Reins at Minorities in Business

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