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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On the Road Again with Cheryl Briggs of Dermal Health Laser & Skin Care Clinic

sep 2024 | Outdoors, People

Strategy

SRC Holdings Solves Needs for Self-Storage

Learn how SRC Holdings solved a need for self-storage while making the best use of property they already owned.

sep 2024 | Strategy

efactory is offering two new programs to small business owners.

Small Businesses

From Advising CEOs to Assisting Small Businesses, How This Local Business’ Programs are Moving Companies Forward

efactory is offering two programs to small business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and CEOs to help them grow their businesses and expand...

aug 2024 | Branded Content, Business Services, Entrepreneur, Workspaces
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Leadership

Leadership Advice and Effective Habits with Forvis Mazars’ Kristen Wannenmacher Bright

Kristen Wannenmacher Bright gives Biz 417 readers insight into what it means to be a strong female leader, the habits she has adopted and...

aug 14 2024 | Branded Content, Financial, Leadership
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Culture

Branding Springfield, Missouri

A number of local entities are working to define 417-land’s brand. Biz 417 spoke with two of them to find out why that’s good for the...

jul 2024 | Downtown Springfield

Small to Mid-Sized

Codefi’s James Stapleton Turns to the Tech Industry

In his third act, Codefi’s James Stapleton turns a much-needed spotlight on the tech industry—and the jobs new companies provide.

jul 2024 | Technology

Leadership

Discovery Center's Tyler Moles on Educating the Next Generation

Tyler Moles joined the Discovery Center of Springfield in April 2021 as Chief Operations Officer and moved into the role of CEO in March...

jul 2024 | Education

Offices

How the Canine Rehabilitation Insitute Came to Springfield, Missouri

Traditional physical rehabilitation techniques meet cutting-edge technology—and a serious passion for animals—in this highly specialized...

jul 2024 | People, Pets

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Leadership

Julia King Offers the City of Branson a New Perspective

After only two years as a local resident, Julia King was appointed the city’s first female Black City Council member and plans to run for...

jan 2021 | Branson, Leadership, People, Politics

Rendering of Amazon fulfillment center in Republic, MO

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Continues to See Growth in Southwest Missouri

Springfield’s manufacturing scene is enjoying new growth and attention as national players turn their eye to the Queen City.

jan 2021 | Companies, Manufacturing

Campaignium staff and interns in Springfield MO

Strategy

Secrets to a Successful Intern Program

How do you find good interns, and how do you make their brief stay worthwhile? Two Springfield businesses, Campaignium and Seminole Paint...

jan 2021 | HR, Jobs, Leadership, Strategy

Ron Woodard Executive Director of Secondary Education for Springfield Public Schools

Leadership

Springfield Public School's Ron Woodard on His Growth Mindset

Ron Woodard became the Executive Director of Secondary Education for Springfield Public Schools at the beginning of the 2020–2021 academic...

jan 2021 | Education, Leadership, People, Strategy

Offices

The State of the Office in 2021 and Beyond

We asked you if you're returning to the office this year, or planning to keep working remotely. Here are the results and some insight from...

jan 01 2021 | Branded Content, Companies, Native Content
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Communication

Three Local Podcasts to Tune In To Right Now

These local podcasts cover three very different topics. Business news through SGF Business Insider, advice on maintaining a good workplace...

jan 2021 | Communication, Education, People

John Wannamaker and Gary Schafer of BKD in Springfield MO

Leadership

Tips for Transitioning an Organization

What does it take to transition an organization? Two BKD managing partners—one retired, one current—reflect on what it took.

jan 2021 | Leadership, People

Women in Business

Vicky Owens on the Importance of Women in Support Roles

As the marketing director and now human resources director for Volt Credit Union for the past 34 years, Vicky Owens advocates for the women...

jan 2021 | Branded Content, Native Content, People, Women in Business
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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

Rooted Here

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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Culture

On the Road Again with Cheryl Briggs of Dermal Health Laser & Skin Care Clinic

Strategy

SRC Holdings Solves Needs for Self-Storage

Small Businesses

From Advising CEOs to Assisting Small Businesses, How This Local Business’ Programs are Moving Companies Forward

Leadership

Leadership Advice and Effective Habits with Forvis Mazars’ Kristen Wannenmacher Bright

Culture

Branding Springfield, Missouri

Small to Mid-Sized

Codefi’s James Stapleton Turns to the Tech Industry

Leadership

Discovery Center's Tyler Moles on Educating the Next Generation

Offices

How the Canine Rehabilitation Insitute Came to Springfield, Missouri

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Julia King Offers the City of Branson a New Perspective

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Manufacturing Continues to See Growth in Southwest Missouri

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Secrets to a Successful Intern Program

Leadership

Springfield Public School's Ron Woodard on His Growth Mindset

Offices

The State of the Office in 2021 and Beyond

Communication

Three Local Podcasts to Tune In To Right Now

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Tips for Transitioning an Organization

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