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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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Q&A with Great River Engineering: 2018 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award Winner
Small Businesses

Q&A with Great River Engineering: 2018 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award Winner

In just 20 years, Great River Engineering has expanded its offices in Springfield in addition to opening offices in Kansas City and St....

may 04 2018 | Companies, Q&A, Strategy
5 Tips for Better Strategic Planning Sessions
Strategy

5 Tips for Better Strategic Planning Sessions

Spencer Harris, Director of Operations at Mostly Serious explains what it takes to improve a company's strategic planning session and how...

may 03 2018 | Business Services, Communication, Companies, Strategy
13 Office Bar Essentials You Need
Style

13 Office Bar Essentials You Need

Whether you fancy a cup of joe or a glass of the finest whiskey, these stylish items add a little swagger to your office drink station.

may 2018 | Biz Style, Coffee, Drinks, Whiskey
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2018 Excellence in Technology Awards
Excellence in Technology

2018 Excellence in Technology Awards

Business runs on technological advancements, and Biz 417 partnered with AITP of the Ozarks for the second year in a row to honor the...

may 2018 | Companies, Features, People, Q&A
Advice and Whiskey with Julie Swift
Strategy

Advice and Whiskey with Julie Swift

Waypoint’s vice president of foodservice shares her best sales strategies.

may 2018 | Advice & Whiskey, Strategy, Women in Business
Beautyrest Sleep Gallery’s Foundation Provides Mattresses to Kids in Need
Culture

Beautyrest Sleep Gallery’s Foundation Provides Mattresses to Kids in Need

The owners of Beautyrest Sleep Gallery started a foundation to guarantee a good night’s sleep for children in need.

may 2018 | Charity, Companies, Do Good, Giving Back
Butler Rosenbury & Partners’ Downtown Digs
Offices

Butler Rosenbury & Partners’ Downtown Digs

Butler Rosenbury & Partners remodeled its downtown Springfield office last summer to honor the past while creating a more open, futuristic...

may 2018 | Companies, Design, Downtown Springfield, Workspaces
By the Numbers: Springfield’s Education Sector
Strategy

By the Numbers: Springfield’s Education Sector

Area universities are sending a new class of graduates into the workplace this spring, so we compiled some numbers to gauge their economic...

may 2018 | Education, Infographics, Strategy

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IDEA Commons in Springfield, MO
Startups

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
Nathan Taylor, co-founder of Obelisk Home in Springfield, MO
Style

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.

jan 2019 | Biz Style, Style
Dan Reiter and Kirk Elmquist in Springfield, MO
Leadership

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
Robin Soster working at Drury University
Women in Business

Robin Soster Brings a Fresh Perspective to Drury’s MBA Program

Drury University has a new MBA director, and she’s determined to help Drury keep up with the ever-changing business industry. We chatted...

jan 2019 | Education, Women in Business
Suburban houses with nice green lawns.
Strategy

Springfield’s Housing Market 10 Years After the Market Collapse

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

jan 2019 | Financial, Real Estate
Graduate that now has to pay off student loan debt.
Strategy

Student Loan Relief Programs Can Help You Pay Off Your Debts

The burden of paying off student loan debt while trying to make a living is often a big cross to bear. Today, more companies are...

jan 2019 | Companies, Education, Financial
John Q. Hammons in front of the University Plaza construction site
Entrepreneur

The Curious Legacy of John Q. Hammons

What’s next for Hammons Tower, Hammons Field and other Springfield attractions that bear the name of our city’s greatest real estate...

jan 2019 | Business Services, Features, Longform, People
Industrial Refrigeration Parts in Springfield, MO
Small Businesses

The New Owners of Industrial Refrigeration Parts Introduce Innovation While Protecting Legacy

Partners Josh Burch, Chris Langston and Drake Hughes injected new life into Industrial Refrigeration Parts—all while respecting its...

jan 2019 | Business Services, People, Strategy

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The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting 2019
Biz People Pics

The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting 2019

The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting. January 25. University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center. Photos by Brad...
Biz 417's Think Summit 2019
Biz People Pics

Biz 417's Think Summit 2019

Biz 417's Think Summit presented by People Centric Consulting Group. Hosted by the Springfield Art Museum. January 18, 2019. Photos Abigail...
CEO Conversation with Doug Pitt 2019
Biz People Pics

CEO Conversation with Doug Pitt 2019

CEO Conversation with Doug Pitt presented by Nixa Area Chamber of Commerce, January 17, 2019. Main Event Center. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
The Network's Holiday Soirée 2018
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The Network's Holiday Soirée 2018

The Network's Holiday Soirée. December 13, 2018. The Old Glass Place. Photos by Brad Zweerink.

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