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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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Local invention: RockDolly
Small Businesses

Local invention: RockDolly

Lengthy sound checks led this 417-lander to develop an all-in-one sound system.

jan 2018 | Companies, Entrepreneur, Music, People
Make Overseas Business Operations Work for Your Company
Strategy

Make Overseas Business Operations Work for Your Company

Many business owners dream of taking their company overseas, but what do you do if it actually happens? David Moore, President and CEO of...

jan 2018 | Communication, Companies, Strategy
Meet the Central High Staffer behind Sarah’ndipity Designs
Small Businesses

Meet the Central High Staffer behind Sarah’ndipity Designs

Sarah Gugliotta created a few necklaces for gifts, and now her jewelry line is sold in local businesses and has flourished on her Facebook...

jan 2018 | Companies, Made in 417, Meet the Maker, People
Quiz: Which Team Assessments Should My Office Take?
Strategy

Quiz: Which Team Assessments Should My Office Take?

Team assessments can help you leverage your employees’ strengths and determine if you’re missing any key players in your organization. Don...

jan 2018 | Christmas, Infographics, Jobs, Recruitment
Six Bags and Wallets You Need for Traveling This Year
Style

Six Bags and Wallets You Need for Traveling This Year

Whether you’re jet-setting for work or play, these bags and wallets make getting around a breeze.

jan 2018 | Biz Style, Shopping, Style
Strategies to Keep Your Employees Healthy and Reduce Workers’ Compensation
Strategy

Strategies to Keep Your Employees Healthy and Reduce Workers’ Compensation

Slipped disks and torn ligaments from on-the-job injuries hurt employees and their families. And they can hurt your business, too, through...

jan 2018 | Health, Strategy
Three Tricks to Keep Your Desk Clean This Year
Strategy

Three Tricks to Keep Your Desk Clean This Year

Don’t let a messy desk stand between you and your most productive self.

jan 2018 | Strategy, Workspaces
What is WeDames?
Startups

What is WeDames?

Director Jana Moreno explains how We Dames is changing the way businesses market to women.

jan 2018 | Companies, People, Social Media, Women in Business

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Dr. Jennifer McNay
Leadership

Dr. Jennifer McNay Sounds Off On Leadership Lessons

The longtime Mercy internist juggles an outpatient practice and a demanding administrative role. Here’s how she gets it done.

sep 05 2019 | Leadership
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Strategy

The Biz Roundup

What's here and now in the southwest Missouri business community.

sep 2019 | Companies, Education, Leadership, Social Media
Sherry Coker, co-founder of Mid-America Technology Alliance in Springfield MO
Leadership

Advice and Whiskey with Sherry Coker

Sherry Coker, co-founder of Mid-America Technology Alliance, met us at The Rock to talk business.

sep 2019 | Advice & Whiskey, Leadership, Women in Business
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Strategy

Altered State: The Business of Pot in Missouri

High expectations or reefer madness? We tackled four burning questions raised by the medical marijuana law Missouri overwhelmingly approved...

sep 2019 | Business Services, Communication, Companies, Consulting
Meeting of Business Professionals about Philanthropy in Springfield, MO
Strategy

Brian Fogle Debuts the Philanthropy Summit

Brian Fogle debuts the Philanthropy Summit after being inspired by how Chattanooga funded city improvement projects.

sep 2019 | Business Services, Charity, Leadership, People
Chris Wyatt, President of Cox Barton County Hospital
Leadership

Chris Wyatt’s Fresh Take as the President of Cox Barton County Hospital

We talked with Chris Wyatt, who was recently named the new president of Cox Barton County Hospital, to learn what excites him about the...

sep 2019 | Leadership, Strategy
Olivia Hough Senior Planner for the City of Springfield, MO
Communication

Four Tips for Navigating Hard Conversations with Stakeholders

Change is hard for everyone, and Senior Planner Olivia Hough is an expert in navigating change for Springfield neighborhoods. She shares...

sep 2019 | Communication, Leadership, Women in Business
Westin Easley and Chris Klienfeld
Leadership

GO CAPS Connected Gearheads Chris Kleinfeld and Westin Easley

When SRC Heavy Duty’s Director of Engineering Chris Kleinfeld started working with GO CAPS students, he connected with Westin Easley over a...

sep 2019 | Education, Leadership, Manufacturing

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See pictures from Biz B-School: 10 For The Next 10
Biz People Pics

Biz B-School: 10 For The Next 10 presented by OTC Center for Workforce Development

Five of Springfield’s emerging leaders spoke about how they are impacting our community over breakfast at Biz 417’s B-School. The...
See pictures from Sand Sisters + Rosie Event
Biz People Pics

Sand Sisters + Rosie Women's Workshop

Sand Sisters + Rosie Women's Workshop on 2019 on August 7, 2019 at eFactory. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
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Biz People Pics

Chamber of Commerce Luncheon 2019

Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Membership Luncheon 2019 on July 25, 2019 at Oasis Hotel & Convention Center. Photos by...
See pictures from Ladies Who Launch 2019
Biz People Pics

Biz 417's Ladies Who Launch 2019

Biz 417's 2019 Ladies Who Launch presented by Volt Credit Union. Glendalough Conference Center at the DoubleTree by Hilton . July 18, 2019....

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