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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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Pearson-Kelly Office Products

Chelsey Bode may sell copy machines, but she's an original when it comes to running Pearson-Kelly Office Products. Even though her dad is...

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Show Me the Money
Strategy

Show Me the Money

Need money now? A guide to funding your business in 417-land

may 2016 | Features, Strategy
Startup Tips From Arkifex Studios
Small Businesses

Startup Tips From Arkifex Studios

Cody Danastasio and Michael Hampton of Arkifex Studios share tips for 417-land entrepreneurs.

may 2016 | Build, Companies, Entrepreneur, Strategy
Success on Display
Offices

Success on Display

Ozarks Technical Community College chancellor Dr. Hal Higdon's office is filled with honors, awards and art from both his time in...

may 2016 | Education, People, Workspaces
Talking Mentoring with Morey Mechlin
Leadership

Talking Mentoring with Morey Mechlin

Morey Mechlin has recently retired from the position of Executive Director of Care to Learn, and these days she is dedicating her time to...

may 2016 | Advice & Whiskey, People
The Success of Signal Strength
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The Success of Signal Strength

When Susie Turner used her experience with City Utilities to open Signal Strength, LLC, she still had to build up her assets and knowledge...

may 2016 | Companies, Strategy
Top Innovators
Leadership

Top Innovators

From tinkerers to industry leaders, these are the people behind some of 417-land’s latest and most exciting ideas pushing the envelope and...

may 2016 | Features, Technology
What If You Get Hacked?
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What If You Get Hacked?

Businesses large and small are getting hacked every day in 417-land. JMARK Business Solutions, Inc. President and CEO Thomas H. Douglas...

may 2016 | Strategy, Technology

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Logan Aguirre and Clif Smart
Leadership

What You Missed from Our B-School Featuring Clif Smart

As the president of Missouri State University, Clif Smart has been busy. We got to know our Person of the Year a little better, and get an...

dec 13 2019 | B-School, Coffee, Education, Leadership
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Offices

Find Your Perfect Office Plant

No natural light? Can't remember to water your plant babies? No problem. From low-light to low-maintenance, we've rounded up a list of ...

dec 12 2019 | Branded Content, Decor, Gardening, Native Content
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Debbie Tuck, Director of Retail Operations at Volt Credit Union in Springfield, speaks about leadership.
Leadership

Leadership Lessons With Volt Credit Union’s Director of Retail Operations

Debbie Tuck joined the Volt team in August. Since then, Tuck has overhauled processes at both Springfield branches.

dec 09 2019 | Business Services, Communication, Companies, Financial
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Culture

How Camber Jones Combats Sexism in the Courtroom

Camber Jones works in Spencer Fane’s Banking and Financial Services Group and has some advice for tackling sexism in the courtroom.

nov 13 2019 | Legal, People, Strategy
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Convoy of Hope's Hal Donaldson, author of Disruptive Compassion. Photo courtesy Convoy of Hope.
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How the Power of Kindness Saved and Inspired Convoy of Hope CEO Hal Donaldson

Hal Donaldson has dedicated his career to helping others. His book, Disruptive Compassion: Becoming the Revolutionary You Were Born to Be,...

nov 07 2019 | Books, Branded Content, Charity, Entrepreneur
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Bright factory floor at Digital Monitoring Products in Springfield MO
Manufacturing

Digital Monitoring Products' Bright, Open Workspace

Drop the dark and dingy stereotype. In the 21st century, manufacturing floors are brighter, cleaner and much more organized. Add in Digital...

nov 2019 | Manufacturing, Technology, Workspaces
The City of Springfield receives a $21 million grant to develop the Grant Avenue Parkway project.
Strategy

The City of Springfield Awarded a Nearly $21 Million Placemaking Grant

The money funds the Grant Avenue Parkway connecting parks, neighborhoods and schools through bike lanes and walkable paths.

nov 06 2019 | Biking, Build, Downtown Springfield, Historic Walnut Street
Interior photo of Springfield-Branson National Airport
Small to Mid-Sized

How Springfield-Branson National Airport’s Growth Reflects 417-land

Director of Aviation Brian Weiler works to keep up with the airport’s quickly growing pace through a second general aviation expansion.

nov 2019 | Made in 417, Strategy, Travel

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State of the State 2018

State of the State presented by Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, August 1, 2018. White River Conference Center. Photos by Gabby...
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Ladies Who Launch 2018

Biz 417's 2018 Ladies Who Launch presented by Volt Credit Union. Hickory Hills Country Club. July 19, 2018. Photos by Khaley Watts and Alex...
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Biz B-School: Rebranding Branson 2018

Biz 417's Rebranding Branson B-School. Andy B's Restaurant and Entertainment. June 14, 2018. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
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Summer Fest 2018

Summer Fest 2018 presented by The Network and the City of Springfield. June 8, 2018. Farmers Park. Photos by Brad Zweerink.

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