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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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Meet These Inspiring Female Springfield Business Leaders

These women are breaking barriers and confidently leading companies across Springfield, Missouri.

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Pamela Yancey is a Woman Who Means Business

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Tom Conroy and Fred McQueary
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The Story Behind ProVino

A friendship and a passion for vino led to a collaborative start-up wine company spearheaded by three local couples.

mar 2025 | Wine
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Tiffani Claussen is a Woman Who Means Business

Tiffani Claussen, one of the Biz 417 Women Who Mean Business for 2025, is Chief Executive Officer at AMPROD.

mar 2025 | Features, Leadership, People, Technology
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Vroom Solar's New Solar Energy Solution

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Navigating Change with Strategic Leadership

Carly Taft discusses navigating change as the Regional Marketing Senior Leader for Forvis Mazars’ northwest region.

feb 2025 | Ladies Who Launch, Leadership
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The office at Codefi in Springfield, MO.
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From Idea to Startup: Build Your App and Compete for Pre-Seed Capital with Codefi

Codefi is actively recruiting for their 120-Day Tech Startup program.

feb 04 2025 | Branded Content, Business Services, Companies, Technology
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Broc Barton speaking at a conference.
Leadership

Unlock Your Leadership Potential in 2025 with this Local Coach’s Insights

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Mostly Serious is one finalist for the 2019 Small Business of the Year Award.
Small Businesses

Meet the Finalists: Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's 2019 Small Business Award

A wide variety of businesses are included in the mix, ranging from chiropractors to coffee experts. The winner will be announced on May 8.

mar 26 2019 | Business Services, Coffee, Companies, Consulting
Amanda Kastler, Partner at Elliott, Robinson & Company, LLP
Women Who Mean Business

Amanda Kastler is a Woman Who Means Business

At 32, Amanda Kastler became the first female partner in Elliott, Robinson & Company LLP’s 40-year history. Now, she’s using her position...

mar 2019 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
Angela Smith, Owner of ADsmith Marketing & Advertising
Women Who Mean Business

Angela D. Smith is a Woman Who Means Business

Angela D. Smith intended to be a fiction writer but instead found her footing in the marketing world as a copywriter. After 20 years in the...

mar 2019 | Features, Leadership, Marketing, People
Julie Swift, Vice President for Waypoint
Women Who Mean Business

Julie Swift is a Woman Who Means Business

Sales tactics come naturally to Julie Swift. She has led sales teams, revitalized a languishing revenue stream at The French’s Food Co. and...

mar 2019 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
Shelley Wehner, Co-owner, Project Manager and Designer at Cabinet Concepts by Design
Women Who Mean Business

Shelley Wehner is a Woman Who Means Business

Shelley Wehner purchased a custom cabinetry business with her husband at the onset of the Great Recession. Long hours, a title change and...

mar 2019 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
Stephanie Lynch, Vice President of Sales, Markets and Technology at International Dehydrated Foods Inc., American Dehydrated Foods Inc. and FITCO LLC
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Stephanie Lynch is a Woman Who Means Business

In college, Stephanie Lynch discovered the food science industry. She was instantly hooked and has spent her career helping major...

mar 2019 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
Advice from Business Leaders in Springfield MO
Leadership

Advice and Whiskey with Kaitlyn McConnell

In 2015, Kaitlyn McConnell created Ozarks Alive, a website devoted to chronicling stories that celebrate the culture and the history of the...

mar 2019 | Advice & Whiskey, Strategy
Women in Business in Springfield, MO
Leadership

Bankers Mandy Anthes and Robin Robeson Share Their Mentorship Tips

After 14 years at Bank of Missouri, Mandy Anthes was looking to challenge herself in new ways. The Network connected her with Chamber board...

mar 2019 | Leadership, Women in Business

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Access to The Issues 2019

The Network's Access to the Issues series on July 17, 2019 at Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
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Chamber of Commerce's Public Policy 2019

The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Public Policy Speaker Series on July 12, 2019 at Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. Photos by...
Rotary Centennial Celebration & District Leadership Installation 2019
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Rotary Centennial Celebration 2019

Rotary Centennial Celebration & District Leadership Installation 2019, on July 28, 2019, at Hickory Hills Country Club
Biz B-School: The Great Game for Small Business presented by OTC Center for Workforce Development
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Biz B-School: The Great Game for Small Business presented by OTC Center for Workforce Development

Biz 417's B-School Breakfast Series: The Great Game for Small Business presented by OTC Center for Workforce Development. June 13, 2019....

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