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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10 for the Next 10

Meet the 2024 Class of 10 for the Next 10

Ten people in the southwest Missouri business community who are leading us into the next decade.

jul 2024 | Companies, Features, Leadership, People

Leadership

Regent Bank's Conrad Griggs Talks About His Colorful Career

Conrad Griggs, business development officer at Regent Bank, sat down to regale us with stories and advice from a long career in Springfield.

jul 2024 | Advice & Whiskey, People

Offices

Take a Look Inside efactory's Second Location

Take a quick tour of the second location of Springfield, Missouri's efactory.

jul 2024 | Workspaces

Startups

Vanessa Howe Talks Starting BelowZero Cryospa

Vanessa Howe has gone from a life-changing diagnosis to a life-improving business.

jul 2024 | Business Services

Strategy

Building Wealth with Confidence: Financial Tips from Advisor Leia Huffman

Forvis Mazars’ Leia Huffman shares expert financial advice for women at every stage of life.

may 2024 | Branded Content, Financial
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Strategy

How To Know When to Borrow Money for Home Improvements

Volt Credit Union’s Teri Bee advises on borrowing money to upgrade your home.

may 2024 | Financial, For the Home
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Gail Smart’s Tailored and Timeless Look

Gail Smart plans for a variety of events from basketball games to hosting alongside her husband Clif Smart, outgoing president of Missouri...

may 2024 | Biz Style

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Inside the New Inside the New Springfield-Greene County 911 and Office of Emergency Management

Take a look inside the newly renovated Springfield-Greene County 911 and Office of Emergency Management, where 911 responders provide...

may 2024 | Workspaces

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Getting more involved in Springfield, MO

Strategy

Tips and Tricks for Getting More Involved in an Organization

Are you part of an organization but looking to do more? Follow these tips to get in a position of influence and have a say in...

jan 2019 | Strategy, Women in Business

Startups

Veggies Come to You With Urban Roots Farm’s Uber Eats Program

In an effort to boost retail sales, Urban Roots Farm partnered with delivery program Uber Eats, bringing fresh food to your front door.

jan 2019 | Business Services, Companies, Food, Strategy

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Small to Mid-Sized

Which Staffing Agency is Right For You?

Southwest Missouri is stacked with staffing agencies, but which one fits your needs? Decide below.

jan 2019 | Business Services, Technology

Strategy

Donate to a Small Business Incubator and Receive a Tax Credit for 2018

Three 417-land organizations were given Small Business Incubator Tax Credits by the Missouri Department of Economic Development.

dec 10 2018 | Charity, Financial, Giving Back, Joplin, MO

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Office Chair Horror Stories

Two Springfield businesses suffered through some of the worst chairs imaginable, but they lived to tell the tale. Could your workplace be...

dec 04 2018 | Branded Content, Companies, Decor, Workspaces
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Boost Your Business Skills

Evaluate your current practices and learn to do business better this December.

dec 04 2018 | Business Services, Leadership, Networking, Q&A

Women in Business

How One Spencer Fane Attorney Finds the Time to Give Back

Nikki Hutson shares tips for finding your passion—and finding the time to see it through.

dec 01 2018 | Branded Content, Charity, Leadership, Women in Business
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Mitchum Jewelers Creates New Store and Customer-Focused Experience

After having outgrown their current building, Mitchum Jewelers opened their new and improved space to the public mid-November.

nov 2018 | Companies, Jewelry, Ozark, MO, Shopping

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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

Rooted Here

A Century of Cycling with A&B Cycle

On the Rise

Keeping College Station Theater Local

Vantage Point

Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

Networking in the Ozarks

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10 for the Next 10

Meet the 2024 Class of 10 for the Next 10

Leadership

Regent Bank's Conrad Griggs Talks About His Colorful Career

Offices

Take a Look Inside efactory's Second Location

Startups

Vanessa Howe Talks Starting BelowZero Cryospa

Strategy

Building Wealth with Confidence: Financial Tips from Advisor Leia Huffman

Strategy

How To Know When to Borrow Money for Home Improvements

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Gail Smart’s Tailored and Timeless Look

Offices

Inside the New Inside the New Springfield-Greene County 911 and Office of Emergency Management

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Veggies Come to You With Urban Roots Farm’s Uber Eats Program

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Which Staffing Agency is Right For You?

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Donate to a Small Business Incubator and Receive a Tax Credit for 2018

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Office Chair Horror Stories

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Boost Your Business Skills

Women in Business

How One Spencer Fane Attorney Finds the Time to Give Back

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Mitchum Jewelers Creates New Store and Customer-Focused Experience

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