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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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Best Places to Work 2023

Here's Biz 417's 2023 list of the top 20 companies to work for in Springfield, Missouri.

sep 2023 | Companies, Leadership
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Mike Ingram Talks About the Fireworks Supermarket

How a 417-lander turned a summer pastime into a fireworks empire.

sep 2023 | Business Services, Leadership
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Touche Design Co.'s Office Design

Touché Design Co. brought its office culture and brand to life through the remodel of its workspace. Take a look inside the newly...

sep 2023 | Companies, Decor, Design
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Zach Fletcher Brings Simulated Golf to Branson

How Zach Fletcher brought the trending activity of simulated golf to Branson.

sep 2023 | Branson, Golf
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Get to Know The Whitlock Co. CEO Josh Beaird

Get to know Josh Beaird, CEO of The Whitlock Company, including how he rose through the ranks and what his vision is for fostering a strong...

sep 2023 | Business Services, Leadership
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Q&A with Jeremy Wells and Dustin Myers of The Ozarker Lodge

A brand, a destination, a new experience—that’s what Longitude˚ branding partners Jeremy Wells and Dustin Myers created with The Ozarker...

sep 2023 | Business Services, Q&A

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Offices

Inside Shallina Goodnight’s Office

In this series, we head inside the offices of 417-land’s business leaders to see what inspires them, what challenges them and what their...

may 07 2019 | Branded Content, Business Services, Decor, Native Content
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Biz 417's 2019 Excellence in Technology Award Winners
Excellence in Technology

2019 Excellence in Technology Award Winners

Biz 417 and AITP of the Ozarks recognized three companies and three individuals for their pioneering innovations that are...

may 2019 | Companies, Features, People, Technology
How to Pitch your Product
Strategy

Bob Vavrinak’s Tips for Honing Your Pitch

Bob Vavrinak identified a problem, created a product and pitched it to a major retailer. Here's how he did it.

may 2019 | Marketing, Sales, Strategy
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Strategy

CoxHealth Implements Imprivata PatientSecure for Better Patient Service

Health care is a busy field with a constant stream of new people and new situations that need instant medical attention. With lives on the...

may 2019 | Business Services, Health
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Offers Modern Amenities in North Springfield

Home2 Suites by Hilton opened in Springfield in December 2018. With a pet-friendly atmosphere and long-term stay options, this new set of...

may 2019 | Companies, Features, Strategy, Travel
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Hotel Vandivort's V2 Concept is Bringing More Glamour to Downtown

John and Billy McQueary, two Queen City natives, have dedicated themselves to helping the revitalization of downtown Springfield with Hotel...

may 2019 | Companies, Downtown Springfield, Features, Strategy
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Strategy

How Big Whiskey's Achieved a Smooth Relocation to Ozark, MO

Whether it applies to your business or home, no one says moving is easy. Big Whiskey’s relocated its home base from its 3,000-square-foot...

may 2019 | Food, Ozark, MO, Q&A, Strategy
DeWitt & Associates, Inc. in Springfield MO
Small Businesses

How DeWitt & Associates is Planning for the Future

Throughout 60 years in the business of construction and contracting, DeWitt & Associates, Inc. has maintained its status as a trusted...

may 2019 | Leadership, Strategy

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The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Athena Awards 2019

2019 Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Athena Awards. March 6. John A. and Genny Morris Conservation Center. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
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Biz 417's Excellence in Technology Awards 2019

2019 Biz 417's Excellence in Technology Awards presented by Total Highspeed Internet Solutions, in partnership with the Association of...
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Great Game for Small Business Kickoff Happy Hour

Great Game for Small Business Kickoff Happy Hour. February 11. Mother's Brewing Company. Photos by Brandon Alms.
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Downtown Springfield Association's Annual Downtown Awards 2019

Downtown Springfield Association's Annual Downtown Awards Ceremony presented by the Downtown Council of Champions. January 31. The Old...

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