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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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What You Need to Know About Big Data

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Biz 417 Commercial Design Awards 2020 Winner Mercy Heart Hospital
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Commercial Design Awards Winner: Mercy Heart Hospital

The Lamar Johnson Collaborative worked with Mercy Heart Hospital staff to create a space that worked for staff and patients alike, earning...

jul 2020 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features
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Biz 417 Commercial Design Awards 2020 Winner Multipli Credit Union Headquarters
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Commercial Design Awards Winner: Multipli Credit Union Headquarters

The team at hdesigngroup have designed a headquarters for Multipli Credit Union that is both welcoming and secure for employees and guests,...

jul 2020 | Commercial Design Awards, Decor, Design, Features
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Biz 417 Commercial Design Awards 2020 Winner Parkcrest Family Dental
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Commercial Design Awards Winner: Parkcrest Family Dental

This project added 6,000 square feet to the Parkcrest Family Dental footprint, and it was completed without shutting down the office,...

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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
Craig McCoy, President of Mercy Communities in Springfield MO
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Biz 417's Think Summit 2019

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