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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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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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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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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Deputy Jason Winston on Bridging a Gap Between Law Enforcement and Community

Deputy Jason Winston has been named the new Public Information Officer, he has his sights set on improving community policing and outreach,...

nov 2020 | Law & Regulation, Leadership, People, Strategy

Andrew Williams with Pitt Technology Group in Springfield MO

Culture

How Pitt Technology Group Shifted Focus to Nonprofits During Downtime

When job orders were put on hold due to COVID-19, Pitt Technology Group found a new way to stay busy.

nov 2020 | Companies, Giving Back, Leadership, Strategy

Scott Rogers, Cox Health System Director of Performance Integration and Innovation

Style

How Scott Rogers of CoxHealth Has Made Masking Trendy

Scott Rogers has chosen to embrace the mask trend by sporting homemade mask and tie combinations made by his mother. The result? A few...

nov 2020 | People, Style

Strategy

Jeff Seifried Offers Advice for Breaking Into a New Industry

If you find yourself at a career crossroads, Jeff Seifried recommends keeping your eye on the opportunity, not the crisis. This was...

nov 2020 | Leadership, People, Strategy

Culture

JMARK Employee Celebrations Continue Through Remote Work

JMARK has found a way to celebrate its team of 100-plus people in less than 30 minutes, and the impact is long-lasting.

nov 2020 | Companies, Leadership

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Biz 100

Meet the 2020 Biz 100

Our annual list of the most powerful and influential business leaders in southwest Missouri is back for year five.

nov 2020 | Automotive, Biz 100, Business Services, Companies

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Steve Edwards, President and CEO of CoxHealth in Springfield MO

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Person of the Year: CoxHealth President and CEO Steve Edwards

Steve Edwards is a planner, and he knew in his 20s that he wanted to follow his dad’s legacy and become CEO of CoxHealth. But as history...

nov 2020 | Biz 100, Features, Health, People

Strategy

Tips for Successfully Fundraising Amid a Pandemic

Greg Burris, CEO and president of United Way of the Ozarks, and Abby Glenn, Development Director at Habitat for Humanity of Springfield,...

nov 2020 | Giving Back, Strategy

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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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When You Have to Furlough Family

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Courtney Keleher on Employee Recruitment and Retention

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Chamber Names Harmony House as Small Business of the Year

Biz 100

The Biz 100 Party 2021

Women in Business

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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