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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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2022 Commercial Design Awards
Commercial Design Awards

2022 Commercial Design Awards

The annual Commercial Design Awards showcases Springfield, Missouri businesses with spaces that mesh functionality with beauty.

jul 2022 | Build, Business Services, Commercial Design Awards, Design
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Brad Thessing Talks Springfield’s Whataburger

Developer Brad Thessing is no stranger to finding opportunities that benefit Springfield. He discusses new north side tenant Whataburger,...

jul 2022 | Build, Food
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Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner for General Office & Professional Services
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Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: General Office & Professional Services

A dual-purpose, modernist inspired building with office space for the client’s law practice and a chapel for church services.

jul 2022 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features
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Commercial Design Awards

Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Health Care

An outdated medical facility was turned into a bright, modern and sophisticated plastic surgery center using a mix of complete redesigns...

jul 2022 | Coffee
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Lifestyle winner of 2022 Commercial Design Awards
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Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Lifestyle

Through renovation and new construction, a modern, flexible, multifunctioning school building was created to serve the district’s students,...

jul 2022 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features
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Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Renovation
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Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Renovation

A dated and segmented office space was transformed into a fun, bright and collaborative environment for a fast-paced, growing local company.

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Commercial Design Awards

Commercial Design Awards 2022 Winner: Unbuilt Project

A 1,500-seat performing arts center—connected to the existing high school—to host both school performances and community wide events.

jul 2022 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features

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Taylor Warwick of Mercy
Culture

Building Connections and Embracing Mercy’s Culture with Taylor Warwick

Mercy’s COO Taylor Warwick touches on mentorship and adapting to a new work culture.

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Alison Fragale, Ph.D.
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The 2025 Biz 417’s Ladies Who Launch Keynote is a Likeable Badass

Alison Fragale, Ph.D., is an organizational psychologist, professor at the University of North Carolina Kenan-Flagler Business School, and...

jan 2025 | Ladies Who Launch, People
Big Whiskey’s Backyard
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Behind Big Whiskey’s Backyard Concept

A new social space concept is satisfying the modern diner’s craving: doing something with friends and a drink in hand.

jan 2025 | Companies, Outdoor Spaces
Jonas Arjes
Culture

Get to Know Jonas Arjes

Jonas Arjes embraces a new chapter with the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce as Senior Vice President of Economic Development.

jan 2025 | People
Lori Robertson, Blaine Wallace
Leadership

How the Legacy Network Led to a Perfect Mentorship Pairing

From lab coats to leaders: How two Springfield women’s career journeys intersected through mentorship.

jan 2025 | Leadership, People
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Offices

Inside Forvis Mazars Redesigned Office Space

Over halfway through their renovations, Forvis Mazars’ new design has room for their growing staff with dedicated spaces to meet all...

jan 2025 | Workspaces
Justin Butler
Style

Justin Butler's Casual and Professional Look

UMB Bank Market President Justin Butler shares how his business attire evolves from casual to professional.

jan 2025 | People, Style
Brad Thomas, President of Silver Dollar City
Leadership

Looking to the Future with Silver Dollar City President, Brad Thomas

Brad Thomas, President of the Silver Dollar City Company, has a commitment to preserving the spirit and heritage of the Ozarks and a vision...

jan 2025 | Leadership, People

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Randy Bacon's The Art of Being ME, presented by Burrell Health, April 21, 2022. Burrell Administrative Campus
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Annual Springfield Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 2022

Annual Chamber Meeting, presented by Springfield Chamber of Commerce, March 22, 2022. Oasis Hotel & Convention Center.
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Think Summit 2022

Think Summit 2022 presented by People Centric Consulting Group, February 4, 2022. Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts.
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Biz 417's Biz 100 Party 2021

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