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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How Elizabeth Wente of Spencer Fane Puts Clients First During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Spencer Fane partner works with clients across industries including construction, manufacturing, hospitality and medicine.

apr 06 2020 | Leadership, People
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Dynamic DNA Laboratories Now a Testing Center for COVID-19

Starting this week, Dynamic DNA Laboratories will be a testing center for COVID-19. The small business is partnering with other 417...

mar 30 2020 | #417Strong, Companies, Health

Local organizations put together small business resources.

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Local Resources to Help Small Businesses Cope with COVID-19

Local organizations like the efactory, the Small Business Administration, Pearson-Kelly Technology and more are putting together...

mar 27 2020 | #417Strong, Business Services, Communication, Legal

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How Our Past 10 for the Next 10 Honorees are Fighting COVID-19

Some of our past 10 for the Next 10 winners are stepping up to the plate during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out how these stars are leading...

mar 26 2020 | 10 For the Next 10, #417Strong, Do Good, Giving Back

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Nixall Disinfectant Kills COVID-19 Virus

The EPA officially approves Nixa-based company’s disinfectant as an effective means to kill SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

mar 26 2020 | #417Strong, Companies, Health, #TheresNoPlaceLike417

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Leadership Lessons From 3 of KPM’s Administrative Leaders

Three members of KPM’s leadership team explain how they tackle diverse communication styles and chaotic calendars.

mar 08 2020 | Leadership, People
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Q&A with Tim O'Reilly About BigShots Golf

Although he wouldn’t specify the economic impact, Tim O’Reilly’s new BigShots Golf entertainment complex stands to make big waves for the...

mar 2020 | Companies, Golf, People, Q&A

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Six Things We Learned in Puerto Rico

For the second year in a row, the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce planned an immersion trip in Puerto Rico. Here’s some things to...

mar 01 2020 | Branson, Giving Back, Strategy, Travel

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Four Facts About OMB’s New Chief Operating Officer Steve Bishop

Steve Bishop took over as Chief Operating Officer for Old Missouri Bank in September. Here’s why he felt like OMB was the right fit, and...

may 2021 | Companies, Financial, People

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Get to Know Joselyn Baldner of Central Bank

Joselyn Baldner has recently taken the helm at Central Bank. Study up, so you can connect at your next networking event.

may 2021 | Leadership, People, Women in Business

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Gregory Hargis Joins the Family Business at Ozarks Coca-Cola

Gregory Hargis, General Counsel at Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper, joined the business in October 2020 as a fourth-generation family member,...

may 2021 | Companies, Family, People

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How Bass Pro’s Kelley Anderson Spends Her Downtime

When she's not busy as a photography assistant at Bass Pro Shops, Kelley Anderson laces up her running shoes. In 2020, she set a goal to...

may 2021 | Downtown Springfield, Fitness, People

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Insurors of the Ozarks’ Family Legacy

Almost 90 years ago, Bryant Young’s grandfather got his start in Springfield’s insurance industry. Today, along with his father, he’s...

may 2021 | Companies, Financial

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Jamie Kinkeade Takes The Studio Online

As gyms across the country suffered from pandemic restrictions, The Studio by Jamie Kinkeade decided to focus on online fitness videos.

may 2021 | Companies, Fitness, People, Strategy

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Kurt Hellweg Talks Giving Back

In 2019, Kurt Hellweg helped sell American Dehydrated Foods and International Dehydrated Foods for a combined $900 million. Since then,...

may 2021 | Advice & Whiskey

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Loretta Roney’s Four Steps to Community Engagement

Volt Credit Union invested in the community throughout 2020, even creating its own 501c3 foundation to support local nonprofits. Now,...

may 01 2021 | Branded Content, 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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Nixall Disinfectant Kills COVID-19 Virus

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