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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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Lisa Tinkler is a Woman Who Means Business

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Meet Ryan DeBoef, Partner at Hahn DeBoef Government Relations

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Missouri State’s IDEA Commons Readies for Construction

Missouri State University’s IDEA Commons promises to make Springfield more attractive to young professionals and businesses. Now, with the...

jan 2019 | Art, Business Services, Downtown Springfield, Technology
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Nathan Taylor's Classic Style

This Springfield business owner says he’s not trendy at all; luckily, that’s just the way he likes it.

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Peek Into the Mentorship Between Kirk Elmquist and Dan Reiter

After working together for five years, these Springfield sports icons continued their mentorship and deepened their friendship.

jan 2019 | Business Services, Leadership, People, Q&A
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Robin Soster Brings a Fresh Perspective to Drury’s MBA Program

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We've officially passed the 10-year anniversary of the 2008 national housing collapse, but what does that mean for today’s market in...

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The Curious Legacy of John Q. Hammons

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