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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BIZ DIRECTORIES

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may 25 2017

Electricity

Jenn Harrison of People Centric discusses how important it is to recognize the difference of personalties when putting people into a group.

may 18 2017

4 Tips for my Younger Self

Don Harkey of People Centric writes a note to his younger self with 4 tips on being a better employee.

may 11 2017

Learn to Be More Resilient

Don Harkey of People Centric discusses the importance of being resilient in the workplace.

may 08 2017

Branson Employers Tap Puerto Rico to Fill Worker Shortage

When the yearly cap for H2B visa workers wasn’t renewed for 2017, the Branson Chamber of Commerce and local employers had to think outside...

may 05 2017

The Value of a Problem-Solving Partner

Spencer Harris of Mostly Serious discusses the importance of a good business partner.

may 04 2017

Whitepapers

What is Sexual Harassment? And is it Happening in Your Workplace?

Sexual harassment allegations have been in the headlines. Richard Ollis of Ollis/Akers/Arney explains the types of sexual harassment and...

may 2017 | Branded Content, Native Content, Strategy, Whitepapers
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Small Businesses

7Cs Winery Goes Green with Recyclable Pouches

Since opening 7Cs Winery in 2009, Dwight and Jean Anne Crevelt have developed a successful niche making mead and more recently selling...

may 2017

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Manufacturing

Find Your Perfect Career with SRC Holdings

SRC Holdings Corporation helps OEMs sell parts and whole goods through custom remanufacturing programs for the agricultural, industrial,...

nov 2019 | Branded Content, Make It Native, Manufacturing, Native Content
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Four Tips for Leaving a Company on Good Terms

Executive Vice President Perry Davis shares four lessons on legacy building from four decades at Leggett & Platt.

nov 2019 | Companies, Consulting, Strategy

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Leadership

How a Simple Favor Led to Husch Blackwell’s Mega Airline Deal

Decades of connections in the aviation industry came with David Agee to Husch Blackwell. Read how this led his team to represent American...

nov 2019 | Leadership, Strategy

Leadership

How Do I Approach an Acquisition?

Little Bird Marketing CEO Priscilla McKinney sounds off on the steps she took to ensure a seamless acquisition.

nov 2019 | HR, Leadership, Strategy

Manufacturing

How Four Local Manufacturers are Making an Impact

Meet the makers behind products that are used around the world.

nov 2019 | Manufacturing

Manufacturing

How GO CAPS Provides Hands-On Education for Springfield Students

GO CAPS gives southwest Missouri students the chance to test-run their career plans before committing to a full-time job or college degree...

nov 2019 | Education, Features, Manufacturing

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Startups

How NROUTE Enterprises, LLC in Ozark, MO Got Its Start

NROUTE Enterprises, LLC, an Ozark-based company founded in 2003, is dedicated to keeping law and emergency service vehicles fully equipped.

nov 2019 | Automotive, Companies, Ozark, MO

Manufacturing

How to Find for the Right Job for You

Need guidance on choosing a career path? GO CAPS Coordinator Karen Kunkel and Paden Wilcox, chair of The Network for Springfield's Young...

nov 2019 | Education, Jobs, Manufacturing, Strategy

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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

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Keeping College Station Theater Local

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Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

Networking in the Ozarks

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7Cs Winery Goes Green with Recyclable Pouches

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