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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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Missouri State’s IDEA Commons Readies for Construction

Missouri State University’s IDEA Commons promises to make Springfield more attractive to young professionals and businesses. Now, with the...

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Nathan Taylor, co-founder of Obelisk Home in Springfield, MO
Style

Nathan Taylor's Classic Style

This Springfield business owner says he’s not trendy at all; luckily, that’s just the way he likes it.

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Dan Reiter and Kirk Elmquist in Springfield, MO
Leadership

Peek Into the Mentorship Between Kirk Elmquist and Dan Reiter

After working together for five years, these Springfield sports icons continued their mentorship and deepened their friendship.

jan 2019 | Business Services, Leadership, People, Q&A
Robin Soster working at Drury University
Women in Business

Robin Soster Brings a Fresh Perspective to Drury’s MBA Program

Drury University has a new MBA director, and she’s determined to help Drury keep up with the ever-changing business industry. We chatted...

jan 2019 | Education, Women in Business
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Strategy

Springfield’s Housing Market 10 Years After the Market Collapse

We've officially passed the 10-year anniversary of the 2008 national housing collapse, but what does that mean for today’s market in...

jan 2019 | Financial, Real Estate
Graduate that now has to pay off student loan debt.
Strategy

Student Loan Relief Programs Can Help You Pay Off Your Debts

The burden of paying off student loan debt while trying to make a living is often a big cross to bear. Today, more companies are...

jan 2019 | Companies, Education, Financial
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Entrepreneur

The Curious Legacy of John Q. Hammons

What’s next for Hammons Tower, Hammons Field and other Springfield attractions that bear the name of our city’s greatest real estate...

jan 2019 | Business Services, Features, Longform, People
Industrial Refrigeration Parts in Springfield, MO
Small Businesses

The New Owners of Industrial Refrigeration Parts Introduce Innovation While Protecting Legacy

Partners Josh Burch, Chris Langston and Drake Hughes injected new life into Industrial Refrigeration Parts—all while respecting its...

jan 2019 | Business Services, People, Strategy

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Splitverse co-founder Jacob Stradling of Springfield MO
Excellence in Technology

Splitverse is the 2020 Excellence in Technology Most Innovative Startup Award Winner

Since 2018, Splitverse had worked to be a leader in virtual reality development and production, landing them the Most Innovative Startup...

may 2020 | Companies, Features, People, Technology
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Leadership

The Big Pivot: How Southwest Missouri Businesses Responded to the COVID-19 Crisis

33 southwest Missouri businesses share their COVID-19 success hacks and strategies that helped them quickly pivot into a new way of doing...

may 2020 | Companies, E-Commerce, Features, Health
Juanito Borques' home after the Branson crew gave it a makeover
Strategy

The Branson Puerto Rico Talent Attraction Program Gives Back to Puerto Rican Communities

The Branson community recruits a chunk of its workforce from Puerto Rico. Now, community leaders are finding a way to give back.

may 2020 | Branson, Do Good, Features, Strategy
Krista Peryer and Maranda Provance of The Geek Foundation Springfield MO
Strategy

The Geek Foundation Aims to Empower Locals to Take a Job in the Tech Industry

Krista Peryer and Maranda Provance of The Geek Foundation will champion the tech industry through a curriculum developed with Pitt...

may 2020 | Education, People, Q&A, Strategy
Brad Harris of The Wash House in Springfield MO
Strategy

When to Reinvest in Your Business

It can be hard to know when and how to reinvest in a business. But, as Brad Harris of The Wash House in Springfield, Missouri says, a lot...

may 2020 | Strategy
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Leadership

What You Missed from Biz 417's Virtual Women Who Mean Business B-School

Sally Hargis, Dianna Devore, Carmen Parker-Bradshaw, Debra Shantz Hart and Jena Holtberg-Benge all speak about COVID-19, making career...

apr 16 2020 | B-School, Women in Business
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Strategy

Is Remote Work Here To Stay?

As businesses adapt to new realities and forge ahead, we explore how a local firm has helped southwest Missouri companies go virtual and...

apr 14 2020 | Branded Content, Business Services, Native Content, Technology
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Offices

The Best Desks, Chairs & Stretches for Working From Home

Nix neck and back pain with these simple stretches and home office additions available locally.

apr 14 2020 | Branded Content, Health, Native Content, Workspaces
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One Million Cups Christmas Party 2019

One Million Cups presents their Christmas party at the Springfield Art Museum on December 11, 2019. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
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Biz B-School: Person of the Year, Clif Smart presented by OTC CWD

Biz 417’s Person of the Year Clif Smart spoke about the profound impact he’s been able to make on Missouri State University and within...
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Biz 417's Biz 100 Party 2019

On November 13, attendees raised a glass to the most powerful and influential business leaders in 417-land at the third annual Biz 100...
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Biz B-School presented by OTC Center For Workforce Development: The Business of Pot

Five of southwest Missouri’s professionals spoke about what the new medical marijuana industry means for our region at Biz 417’s B-School.

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