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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3 Tips for Committing to Your Cause

Julie Higgins started Julie’s Chewies, a gourmet sweet shop in Springfield, but that’s only one of her many business ventures. She also...

jan 13 2016

People Centric January Insights

Each month, we go to the team at People Centric Consulting Group to gather their own insights based on real experiences with organizations....

jan 13 2016

National Awards Presented to Local AWC Chapter

The Association of Women in Communications (AWC), a professional organization that supports the advancement of women in communications...

jan 07 2016

Missouri Organic Association 2016 Annual Conference Opens Registration

Registration is now open for the conference, which runs February 4-6 at University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center in Springfield.

jan 07 2016

Local Advertising Agency Expands Staff

Calibrate Marketing welcomes Obi Simpson a search-engine optimization and content specialist.

jan 06 2016

Springfield Start-Up Changes Television Viewing

A Springfield-based start-up is changing the way people watch television, and it needs your help bringing the invention to market.

jan 05 2016

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Advice Served Neat With Randell Wallace

Randell Wallace is Partner In Charge of the Springfield office of Lathrop & Gage, and he’s gotten there thanks to a lot of hard work and...

jan 2016 | Advice & Whiskey, People, Whiskey

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All in the Family

For some 417-land families, an entrepreneurial spirit runs in the genes. The Haik family’s knack for starting, purchasing and running...

jan 2016 | Infographics

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Connelly Plumbing's Long Game

They’re not the Connellys, but Connelly Plumbing is a company that’s family owned and focused. Second- and third-generation leaders of the...

sep 2021 | Business Services, Companies, Family

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Get to Know Taj Suleyman, Springfield’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Taj Suleyman has recently taken on the new role of director of diversity, equity and inclusion for the City of Springfield. Study up, so...

sep 2021 | Networking

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How a Springfield Entrepreneur Went Fishing for Profit

Father of five Ralph Duda III built a multimillion dollar business in the recreational fishing industry from a toy.

sep 2021 | Branding, Entrepreneur, Fishing

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Paul Mueller Company Increases Engagement with Virtual Mini-Games

Last year’s Olympics might have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the games began anyway at Paul Mueller Co. as leaders...

sep 2021 | Companies, Consulting, Features

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Welcome to Husch Blackwell's Virtual Office

Husch Blackwell’s “The Link” permanently removes geographical limitations for employees and clients.

sep 2021 | Companies

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Costco Opens in Springfield, Missouri

After months of rumors, investigating and reporting, Costco finally opens its first location in Springfield, Missouri.

aug 18 2021 | Build, Companies, Kansas City

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Teri Bee on Customer Service

The Director of Lending at Volt Credit Union shares her secrets to providing the best customer experience.

aug 10 2021 | Branded Content, Ladies Who Launch, Leadership, Native Content
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The Office Updates Everyone Wants

Peek inside three Springfield offices where simple updates made coming to work a whole lot more enjoyable.

aug 02 2021 | Branded Content, Companies, Decor, Native Content
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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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Missouri Organic Association 2016 Annual Conference Opens Registration

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Springfield Start-Up Changes Television Viewing

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