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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Refreshments and Revitalization with Geoff Steele

When Geoff Steele took the reins of the historic Gillioz Theatre, Steele has ushered it into more successful times, so we sat down for a...

nov 2017 | Advice & Whiskey, People

Strategy

What Missouri’s New Discrimination Laws Mean For You

Discrimination in the workplace not only threatens your employees but also could cost your business big bucks in the form of a lawsuit. Tim...

nov 2017 | Strategy

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When and How to Approach a Rebrand

Changing your image takes a lot of time and money, but investing in a rebrand can lead to more customers and a look you love.

nov 2017 | Branding, Marketing, Strategy

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Why Digital Monitoring Products Invested in an Employee Health Clinic

Digital Monitoring Products is making employee health a top priority by offering a family clinic to employees and their families.

nov 2017 | Health, Strategy

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Why Office Impressions Doesn’t Use Client Contracts

Clients expect quality results from a commercial cleaning service, but Office Impressions co-founder Suzanne Nims learned it takes more...

nov 2017 | Q&A, Strategy

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Jack Prim's Biz 100 Power Play

Biz 100 honorees have the power to change the status quo.

nov 2017 | People, Strategy

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Ken McClure's Biz 100 Power Play

Biz 100 honorees have the power to change the status quo.

nov 2017 | People, Strategy

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Johnny Morris' Biz 100 Power Play

Biz 100 honorees have the power to change the status quo.

nov 2017 | People, Strategy

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

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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

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

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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

Julie Swift, Vice President for Waypoint

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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

Shelley Wehner, Co-owner, Project Manager and Designer at Cabinet Concepts by Design

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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

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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

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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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

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Keeping College Station Theater Local

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Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

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