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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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Loretta Roney on Financial Literacy

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Preserving a Christian County Farm

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Springfield Cardinals Roost in Springfield

Expect the Springfield Cardinals to roost in 417-land for years to come. The stadium could soon host concerts and events as well.

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Time-Honored Techniques at Ty Iechyd Da

The distillers at Ty Iechyd Da are merging time-honored technique with Missouri ingredients to create sweet-sipping spirits.

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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
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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
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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
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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
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Shelley Wehner is a Woman Who Means Business

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mar 2019 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
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Stephanie Lynch is a Woman Who Means Business

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mar 2019 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
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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
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Bankers Mandy Anthes and Robin Robeson Share Their Mentorship Tips

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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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Downtown Springfield Association's Annual Downtown Awards 2019

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