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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Utilizing Digital Communication

As director of client services at The Alchemedia Project, an advertising agency headquartered in Springfield, Stephanie Hart uses digital...

jan 2017 | Strategy

Culture

Wellness for the Win at Connell Insurance Inc.

The culture at Connell Insurance Inc. stresses the importance of mental and physical wellness, and it helps employees succeed both inside...

jan 2017 | Strategy

Strategy

You’ve Been Promoted. Now What?

First-time managers are faced with many challenges. Learn how to navigate your new role and become a more effective leader with the help of...

jan 2017 | Strategy

Four To Follow with Branden Schwab

Communication Lead for Springfield Creatives, Branden Schwab, shares his favorite social media accounts when he needs a fresh perspective.

dec 30 2016

Why Managers Can Solve Problems, But Often Shouldn’t

Don Harkey of People Centric Consulting Group explains how managers can help their employees grow by stepping back.

dec 29 2016

Let’s Face it: You're A Professional, Not A Manager

Don Harkey explains that professional experience doesn't necessarily translate to management expertise.

dec 22 2016

Organizational Tempo: The Beat of your Business

Don Harkey of People Centric Consulting Group explains the importance of understanding your organization's pace.

dec 17 2016

People Centric Insights: December 2016

Each month, we go to the team at People Centric Consulting Group to gather their own insights based on real experiences with organizations.

dec 14 2016

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How Noah Alldredge Juggles 3 Businesses

Serial entrepreneur Noah Alldredge offers tips on how to run multiple businesses without losing your mind.

sep 2019 | Companies, People, Strategy

OMG Commerce team at work at their office in Springfield MO

Culture

How OMG Commerce Landed on Inc.’s Best Places to Work in 2019

Finding the right people and giving them the training opportunities to grow and communicate openly are two keys to OMG Commerce’s company...

sep 2019 | Communication, Companies

The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing in Springfield, MO

Strategy

How The Barley House Changed Directions to Meet Consumer Demands

When The Barley House at Moon Town Crossing opened, the venue made a hard shift in its plans. The ability to change to meet client demands...

sep 2019 | Strategy, Wedding Venue

Strategy

How the Fletch App Helps Professors with Student Attendance

Marquett Burton is bringing his app concept, Fletch, to life with the help of the efactory's accelerator program, Cohort 4.

sep 2019 | Education, Entrepreneur, Strategy, Technology

Green screen studio at Splitverse in Springfield MO

Startups

Mixed Reality Puts Virtual Reality Players in the Game

Virtual reality gaming is rising in popularity, yet the industry is still relatively small, making it ripe for entrepreneurial startups....

sep 2019 | Companies, Entrepreneur, Technology

Richard Harris of Moonbeam Development in Springfield, MO

Meet the Maker

Moonbeam Development Problem-Solves for Their Clients

When businesses feel lost in the mobile-first environment, technology company Moonbeam Development is ready with a guiding ray.

sep 2019 | Meet the Maker, People, Technology

Offices

Peek Inside Volt Credit Union's Headquarters

Volt Credit Union wants to separate itself from traditional banks, so they enlisted the help of Buxton Kubik Dodd Design Collective to...

sep 2019 | Companies, Design, Financial, Workspaces

Zach Fortner, Owner of Pineapple Whip in Springfield MO, inside a Pineapple Whip cart

Family-Owned

Pineapple Whip's Been Whipping Up Summer Since 1974

Three tropical concessions topped with hula girls signal summer’s arrival in Springfield. Pineapple Whip’s sweet success story began at the...

sep 2019 | Companies, Food, Next Gen, People

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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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Utilizing Digital Communication

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Wellness for the Win at Connell Insurance Inc.

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You’ve Been Promoted. Now What?

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Why Managers Can Solve Problems, But Often Shouldn’t

Let’s Face it: You're A Professional, Not A Manager

Organizational Tempo: The Beat of your Business

People Centric Insights: December 2016

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How The Barley House Changed Directions to Meet Consumer Demands

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How the Fletch App Helps Professors with Student Attendance

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Mixed Reality Puts Virtual Reality Players in the Game

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Moonbeam Development Problem-Solves for Their Clients

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Peek Inside Volt Credit Union's Headquarters

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