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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.
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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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Dean Thompson
Culture

Dean Thompson Shares How He Does It All

Dean Thompson balances his time as Vice President and Chief Economic Development Officer of City Utilities and Commanding General for the...

mar 2025 | Leadership, People
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Culture

Advice and Whiskey with John Dillon

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Amanda Hedgpeth is a Woman Who Means Business

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Business Ambassador Programs in Southwest Missouri
Strategy

Business Ambassador Programs in Southwest Missouri

These southwest Missouri businesses implement and utilize ambassador programs to achieve their unique goals in new ways.

mar 2025 | Strategy
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Business and Networking Events in Southwest Missouri

Find out where to meet and network with other business leaders in Springfield and southwest Missouri.

mar 2025 | Networking
Corey Kilburn: From the Courtroom to the Stage
Communication

Corey Kilburn: From the Courtroom to the Stage

Corey Kilburn, Founder and Creative Counsel at Roundtable Legal Law Offices of Corey Kilburn, takes to the stage.

mar 2025 | Communication, Leadership
Five Southwest Missouri Health Institutions Work Together
Leadership

Five Southwest Missouri Health Institutions Work Together

In support of healthcare education, five local institutions are working together with a singular focus to solve a regional problem.

mar 2025 | Business Services, Education, Health

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Women in Business

Heather Hardinger Highlights Six Tips for Being Anti-Racist

Using an article written by Mireille Cassandra Harper as a framework, Heather Hardinger, director of workforce strategy and programs for...

jun 08 2020 | Branson, Communication, Leadership, Strategy
How Mercy's Chief Nursing Officer is Leading Her Team Through COVID-19
Women in Business

How Mercy's Chief Nursing Officer is Leading Her Team Through COVID-19

Mercy's Chief Nursing Officer Dea Geujen talks of caring for her team during a global health crisis.

jun 07 2020 | Communication, Health, Strategy, Women in Business
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Big Momma's Coffee & Espresso Bar on Commercial Street in Springfield MO
Small to Mid-Sized

Support Southwest Missouri Black-Owned Businesses

You can help amplify minority voices in 417-land by supporting black-owned businesses. Use this list to get you started.

jun 03 2020 | #417Strong, Automotive, Barbecue, Barber
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Offices

How to Reopen Your Office During the COVID-19 Pandemic

We’ve gathered tips from locals across multiple industries to maintain safety in the office as 417-land businesses re-open.

jun 03 2020 | Branded Content, Business Services, Companies, Design
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How Volt Credit Union and Tina Campbell Keep Customer Morale High

As Springfield and southwest Missouri ease COVID-19 restrictions, Volt Credit Union Call Center Manager Tina Campbell explains how the...

may 08 2020 | Leadership, Strategy
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Biz 417's 2020 Excellence in Technology Award Winners
Excellence in Technology

2020 Excellence in Technology Award Winners

On February 27, Biz 417 and AITP of the Ozarks celebrated six winners in the fourth annual Excellence in Technology award ceremony....

may 2020 | Companies, Features, People, Technology
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Leadership

Convoy of Hope's CEO Published a New Book: Disruptive Compassion

In his new book Disruptive Compassion, Convoy of Hope CEO Hal Donaldson guides his readers on a path to make a difference and give back.

may 2020 | Books, Leadership, Strategy
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Startups

Doug Cramer and Tyler Drenon Are Teaming Up to Use Virtual Reality to Predict Flash Flooding

Doug Cramer from the National Weather Service and Tyler Drenon with the Innovation Lab at Missouri State University are teaming up to build...

may 2020 | Companies, Strategy, Technology

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International Women's Day Celebration, 2024

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