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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Working Out at Work

Rick Hughlett of Rick’s Automotive is always finding ways to invest in his employees, with his latest venture leading him to open an...

may 2016 | Automotive, Strategy

Workweek Workout

Karen and Mark Plucinski train for 50- or 100-mile ultramarathons while having full-time careers. Karen, a professor at Missouri Southern...

apr 27 2016

Corporate

Local McDonald’s Owners Awarded by Company’s CEO

McDonald’s CEO Steve Easterbrook awarded local McDonald’s restaurant owners Golden Arch Awards.

apr 20 2016 | Companies

Meet the Makers: Crivelli Mack, Inc.

An eye for color and a knack for design helped Gerri Mack turn a whim into an international empire built on stylish coats.

apr 18 2016 | Meet the Maker, Women in Business

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CoxHealth to Hold Hiring Fair for 100 Positions

CoxHealth is looking for around 100 people to fill nursing support positions.

apr 13 2016 | Companies, Jobs

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Springfield’s Greg DeLong Earns Family Wealth Advisor Designation with Morgan Stanley

DeLong completed an accreditation program that highlighted the particular skills required to help families communicate about money and...

apr 12 2016 | Companies, People

Meet the Makers: Executive Coach Builders

Young entrepreneur David Bakare led a failing company to first place in the luxury limousine industry.

apr 04 2016 | Meet the Maker

The eFactory Accelerator Accepting Applications

apr 01 2016

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Secrets to Working Alongside Your Spouse

The owners of Hotel Vandivort, Grooms Office Environments and Maxon Fine Jewelry share how they make their business partnerships work.

jul 30 2020 | Branded Content, Family, Native Content, People
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What to Expect at the August 4 Election

On Tuesday, August 4, voters will indicate their preference for one of the candidates running for governor of Missouri and other local and...

jul 29 2020 | Health, Leadership, Politics

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What You Missed from Ladies Who Launch 2020

Didn’t get the chance to tune into our annual conference geared for southwest Missouri’s working women? We’ve rounded up a few top...

jul 16 2020 | Communication, Ladies Who Launch, Leadership, Strategy

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Loretta Roney’s COVID-19 Leadership Lessons

The CEO of Volt Credit Union shares three strategies that helped her get her team through the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

jul 06 2020 | Leadership, Strategy, Women in Business
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Commercial Design Awards

2020 Commercial Design Awards

The fifth annual Commercial Design Awards celebrates the best local design in Springfield, MO and how each winning space seamlessly links...

jul 2020 | Build, Business Services, Commercial Design Awards, Design

Strategy

Boat Sales are Booming in the Ozarks

Boat sales are on the rise and for southwest Missouri, it’s a welcome trend. Companies like The Harbor, McAllister Marina and Table Rock...

jul 2020 | Lakes, Sales, Strategy

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Building the Future with the Springfield Art Museum

This summer the City of Springfield breaks ground on the first phase of the Springfield Art Museum’s 30-year master plan.

jul 2020 | Art, Strategy

2020

Commercial Design Awards

Commercial Design Awards Winner: Century 21 Integrity Group

Using an existing space to their advantage and creating an open and inviting space at Century 21: Integrity Group earned Heather Smith and...

jul 2020 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features

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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

On the Rise

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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Local McDonald’s Owners Awarded by Company’s CEO

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CoxHealth to Hold Hiring Fair for 100 Positions

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Springfield’s Greg DeLong Earns Family Wealth Advisor Designation with Morgan Stanley

Meet the Makers: Executive Coach Builders

The eFactory Accelerator Accepting Applications

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