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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.

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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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My Look with Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe

Style

My Look with Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe

Known for his engaging personality and keen sense of style, Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe is passing the power of the suit on to the next generation...

nov 2022 | Biz Style, Style

What's on Senator Roy Blunt's Desk?

Leadership

What's on Senator Roy Blunt's Desk?

As Senator Roy Blunt nears his retirement from the U.S. Senate, we asked about the keepsakes and mementos that fill his Washington, D.C.,...

nov 2022 | Leadership

Dr. Hal Higdon

Biz 100

Biz 417 Person of the Year 2022: Dr. Hal Higdon

Now in his 17th year as Chancellor, Dr. Hal Higdon has built the future of Ozarks Technical Community College inch by inch

nov 2022 | Biz 100, People

Tony Lewis

Leadership

Get to Know Tony Lewis

Tony Lewis, The Bank of Missouri’s new Springfield community bank president, says he’s learned that lending is about helping others achieve...

nov 2022 | Leadership

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Biz 100

Meet Biz 417's 2022 Biz 100

Meet the 2022 Biz 100. You already know these names. They’re the people shaping southwest Missouri’s future. This list gets to the heart of...

nov 2022 | Biz 100, People

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Small to Mid-Sized

Moving Online with Big Cedar Lodge

Experience all the fun Big Cedar Lodge has to offer with their new e-commerce site!

nov 2022 | Technology

National Audio Store Brings Cassettes Back to Springfield, MO

Small Businesses

National Audio Store Brings Cassettes Back to Springfield

Analog music formats have made a big comeback. A Springfield company is helping meet the demand.

nov 2022 | Business Services, Music

Q&A with Linda Daugherty

Small Businesses

Q&A with Linda Daugherty

Academy of Hair Design’s Linda Daugherty, Chair of the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Council, shares tips to...

nov 2022 | Education, Entrepreneur

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Communication

What is Your Attention Level at Work?

Communication relies heavily on the level of attention given by all parties involved. Traci Louvier with Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems...

nov 2018 | Branded Content, Communication, Native Content, Strategy
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Strategy

How Automation is Helping Missouri Businesses

Fun fact: Automation is actually creating more jobs than it’s replacing. Springfield businesses Innovative Engineered Products and...

nov 13 2018 | Branded Content, Business Services, Companies, Jobs
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Offices

Four Color Palettes That Won't Kill Your Mood or Creativity

Put down that color wheel, and ditch those paint samples. Finding the right paint color for your office should start with these four...

nov 02 2018 | Branded Content, Decor, Design, Native Content
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Leadership

Advice and Whiskey with Spencer Harris

Garnering supporters for your budding business or project pitch starts with finding people who are already interested in your vision.

nov 2018 | Advice & Whiskey, Beer, People

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Family-Owned

Brentwood Management Owner Prepares to Transition the Business to His Daughter

Brentwood Management remains a family affair as Craig Wagoner transitions ownership to his daughter, accountant and leasing agent Ali Rich.

nov 2018 | Business Services, Next Gen, Strategy

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Strategy

Does Your Company Need a Lobbyist?

Stop butting heads with policymakers and learn how a lobbyist could help.

nov 2018 | Business Services, Companies, Politics

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Strategy

Exciting New Business Collaborations Across Springfield

These southwest Missouri companies are joining forces to combine resources and establish new ways of thinking.

nov 2018 | Business Services, Companies

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Leadership

Four to Follow with Caitlin Kissee

Caitlin Kissee, the owner of Propel People Development, shares her favorite people and businesses to follow on social media.

nov 2018 | People, Women in Business

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SBDC Annual Meeting 2021

SBDC Annual Meeting June 16, 2021. Oasis Hotel and Convention Center.

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SGForum 2021

SGForum presented by The Network. June 11, 2021. The Gillioz Theatre.

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Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting 2021

At the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting, 417 Magazine Publisher Logan Aguirre has been installed as Chairman of the...

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