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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
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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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417 Magazine named a 2020 All-Star Company by The Great Game of Business

Community Partners of the Ozarks, Pregnancy Care Center, and Victory Mission + Ministry were also named All-Stars this year.

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Commercial Design Awards Winner: Mercy Heart Hospital

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jul 2020 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features
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Commercial Design Awards Winner: Multipli Credit Union Headquarters

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Commercial Design Awards Winner: Parkcrest Family Dental

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Commercial Design Awards Winner: Quarry Town

Quarry Town is an expansive project that combined the historical significance and natural resources of the Galloway district, earning Matt...

jul 2020 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features
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Continuing Education for Business Professionals

Brush up on your business skills and earn more credentials through Springfield, Missouri’s major universities. Plus, these programs are...

jul 2020 | Education, Strategy
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How an Audio Company Fulfill a Niche Need in the Nail Tech Industry

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