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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Fight Flu Season with an In-Office Clinic

Protect your employees and your bottom line this flu season by hosting an in-office flu shot clinic.

sep 2017 | Health, Strategy

Strategy

How Missouri Stacks Up in S&T Industries

The State Technology and Science Index is a state-by-state look at the technology industry across America. Here's how tech in Missouri...

sep 2017 | Strategy, Technology

Strategy

How The Greek Corner Fights Slow Months

Increasing contract orders at The Greek Corner Screen Printing and Embroidery meant owner Jason Parke needed to step outside his comfort...

sep 2017 | Companies, Strategy

Communication

How to Argue at Work

Spencer Harris, director of operations at Mostly Serious, has seen his fair share of arguments. Before working in organizational culture...

sep 2017 | HR, Strategy

Small Businesses

Jason Frantz is Crafting a Future

Jason Frantz, owner of WoodShop Artisans, utilizes lessons of the past and modern technology to stay ahead of the curve and single-handedly...

sep 2017 | Companies, Made in 417, Strategy

Offices

Make Your Office Garden Thrive

Beautify your office space with these tips from Nolan Hardison, owner of plantscaping company Dream Grower.

sep 2017 | Gardening, Strategy, Workspaces

Strategy

Meet Your New Co-Worker

Many 417-land companies are introducing robots into their offices. Are they making our jobs better or replacing us?

sep 2017 | Features, Technology

Strategy

Ready, Set, Accelerate: Inside The eFactory’s Accelerator Program

The eFactory’s accelerator program at Missouri State University has changed the landscape of local entrepreneurship and established...

sep 2017 | Entrepreneur, Features, Strategy

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Family-Owned

How Two Brothers are Benefitting From the Demise of Big Box Stores

As they fill empty big-box properties with secure, climate-controlled self-storage units, Trent and Travis Overhue have found a strong...

jan 2020 | Companies, Strategy

Zachary Starnes and Jason Bauer of CoxHealth in Springfield MO

Leadership

How Zachary Starnes and Jason Bauer Bonded Through Mentorship at CoxHealth

When Zarchary Starnes signed up for the CoxHealth Young Professionals (CYP) mentorship program, he wasn't sure what to expect. Luckily, he...

jan 2020 | Leadership, People

Leadership

Mayor Edd Akers on Becoming Mayor of Branson, MO

Born and raised in the Ozark Mountains, Edd Akers became the mayor of Branson, Missouri at 77 years old. Biz 417 spoke to the mayor about...

jan 2020 | Branson, Leadership, People

Offices

Meet the New Tenants in John Q. Hammons' Old Offices

Renovating the top two floors of the John Q. Hammons building to become the offices of Kutak Rock was no small feat. Take a look at how...

jan 2020 | Companies, Decor, Workspaces

Strategy

Southwest Missouri Legislative Priorities for 2020

The City of Springfield and other community groups outline top legislative priorities for 2020.

jan 2020 | Legal, Strategy

Sandwich and tots from Lucky Tiger in Springfield MO

Small Businesses

Springfield's Interconnected Restaurant Scene

Dig into the origins of some of Springfield, Missouri’s newest restaurants. Their interconnected roots run deeper than meets the eye.

jan 2020 | Companies, Food, Leadership, People

Dr. Tom Prater talking with Jeff Houghton in Springfield MO

Leadership

Tom Prater on the Future of Springfield and How to Get Involved

Tom Prater is the team chair for the Forward SGF comprehensive plan, tasked with creating a blueprint for the next 20 years for the city....

jan 2020 | Leadership, Wedding Advice

Strategy

Why Not Here? How Placemaking Efforts Could Spark Growth in Springfield

There's no doubt southwest Missouri is a great place to live, work and play. But what would our corner look like with some community assets...

jan 2020 | Build, Design, Features, Leadership

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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

Vantage Point

Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

Networking in the Ozarks

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Fight Flu Season with an In-Office Clinic

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How Missouri Stacks Up in S&T Industries

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How The Greek Corner Fights Slow Months

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How to Argue at Work

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Jason Frantz is Crafting a Future

Offices

Make Your Office Garden Thrive

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Meet Your New Co-Worker

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Ready, Set, Accelerate: Inside The eFactory’s Accelerator Program

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Family-Owned

How Two Brothers are Benefitting From the Demise of Big Box Stores

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How Zachary Starnes and Jason Bauer Bonded Through Mentorship at CoxHealth

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Mayor Edd Akers on Becoming Mayor of Branson, MO

Offices

Meet the New Tenants in John Q. Hammons' Old Offices

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Southwest Missouri Legislative Priorities for 2020

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Springfield's Interconnected Restaurant Scene

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Tom Prater on the Future of Springfield and How to Get Involved

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Why Not Here? How Placemaking Efforts Could Spark Growth in Springfield

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