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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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Celestine Copeland Finds Fuel for the Road Ahead

Celestine Copeland’s life changed dramatically after a tragedy struck close to home. What followed—her search for a necessary service—led...

jul 2021 | Women in Business
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Dr. Grenita Lathan, New Superintendent of Springfield Public Schools, Gears Up for the School Year

Get to know Dr. Grenita Lathan, incoming superintendent of Springfield Public Schools, and learn more about what excites her about coming...

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The owner of Conroy Sales Group got her start as a salon owner, then parlayed a passion for mentoring stylists and placing products in the...

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When it comes their nonprofit Go Shout Love, the Veach family has found a more efficient way to fundraise.

jul 2021 | Charity, Do Good
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In April, Alesha and her husband, John, started Spot On Delivery, an Amazon distribution service partner.

jul 2021 | Jobs, Women in Business
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Commercial Design Awards winner Quarry Town
Commercial Design Awards

2021 Commercial Design Awards

The sixth annual Commercial Design Awards showcases Springfield, Missouri businesses with spaces that mesh functionality with beauty.

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Dr. Jennifer McNay
Leadership

Dr. Jennifer McNay Sounds Off On Leadership Lessons

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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

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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
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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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Ladies Who Launch 2023 presented by Volt Credit Union, July 20, 2023. White River Conference Center.
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Springfield's Toast to Tourism, 2023

Springfield's Toast to Tourism presented by Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, April 27, 2023. White River Conference Center.
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100 Wise Women, 2023

100 Wise Women presented by Rosie, March 30, 2023. Relics Event Center.
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Biz 417's Think Summit, 2023

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