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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Successful Start to the Day

The things you do when you first hop out of bed in the morning often pave the path for your day ahead. Learn what early a.m. routines can...

jul 2016 | Strategy

Leadership

The Manager's Takeaway with Kirk Elmquist

Kirk Elmquist has held several managerial positions in the worlds of sports management, food service and real estate. He shared some of the...

jul 2016 | Infographics, People

Culture

Winning Workplace Cultures

How Great Companies Ignite Passion In Their People.

jul 2016 | Companies, Features, Q&A

New Craft Brewery in 417-land

Show-Me Brewing, a DIY brewing destination and supply shop, plans to make and serve its own craft beer.

jun 30 2016

Lighten Up at Work

It's okay to have fun at work.

jun 28 2016

Branson Ferris Wheel Opens

The old Navy Pier Ferris wheel finds a new home in 417-land

jun 23 2016

The Talk Still Says a Lot

While nonverbal communication still tells us a lot about each other, what we say has a large impact on who we are and how we communicate.

jun 21 2016

People-Centered Interviews

Interview prospective hires like they might actually work for your business.

jun 13 2016

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Mentor Advice from Springfield, MO Leaders

Leadership

Mentorship Moment: Diana Royalty and Jeff Schrag

The chief operating officer of People Centric Consulting Group and founder of Mother’s Brewing Company reflect on a mentorship built on...

may 2019 | Leadership, Networking, Q&A, Women in Business

Nick Lofaro, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Guaranty Bank and the IT Executive of the Year

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