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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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Stress-Free Performance Evaluations: Behavior-Based Feedback

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Create Content for Yourself

Create Content for Yourself

Jarad Johnson of Mostly Serious offers insight on creating quality content on your own time.

dec 09 2016
Recap: Breakfast with the Masters

Recap: Breakfast with the Masters

Four of 417-land’s most influential businesspeople shared their secrets at December’s B-School Breakfast.

dec 08 2016
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nov 30 2016
Promote From Within

Promote From Within

Looking for the perfect candidate? Consider promoting from within.

nov 27 2016
Do It Now: Improve Your LinkedIn Presence

Do It Now: Improve Your LinkedIn Presence

Regina Waters, dean of Drury University’s College of Graduate Studies with a doctorate in communication, knows the power of networking. Set...

nov 22 2016
Three Quick Tips for Better Communication

Three Quick Tips for Better Communication

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3 Ways Uber Will Transform Springfield

3 Ways Uber Will Transform Springfield

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How Ferrell-Duncan Clinic’s Executive Director Spends Her Sundays

Ellen Hammock’s trick for staying balanced? An efficient weekend routine.

oct 2018 | Branded Content, Leadership, Native Content, Women in Business
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Women in Business

Lisa Alexander’s Tips for Being a Better Board Member

The CoxHealth Foundation president and Volt Credit Union board member shares her lessons from decades of board service.

sep 26 2018 | Branded Content, Leadership, Native Content, Women in Business
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Strategy

Give Your Business an Edge

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sep 19 2018 | Business Services, Companies, Entrepreneur, Networking
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Small Businesses

10 Lessons Learned from Prime’s Office Remodel

Prime Inc. shares inside knowledge about how to skip the stress when it comes to revamping your office.

sep 13 2018 | Branded Content, Business Services, Companies, Design
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Women in Business

How Elliott, Robinson & Company’s First Female Partner Cultivates Confidence

Amanda Kastler discusses the importance of mentorship and community.

sep 10 2018 | Branded Content, Companies, Leadership, Native Content
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Small Businesses

A Branson Vacation Rental Company is Challenging Industry Giants

Michael and Handan Kugler are changing the online vacation rental model to do away with commissions and fees and introduce the familiar...

sep 2018 | Branson, Companies, Strategy
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Style

My Look: James Bonds

The Springfield-based professional development coach wears hand-tied bow ties with custom suits for an eye-catching look.

sep 2018 | Biz Style
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Strategy

Missouri Trust and Investment Co. CEO Richard Russell Gets Out of His Comfort Zone

We sat down with Richard Russell 90 days after he took over as CEO of Missouri Trust and Investment Co. to see how his background as a CPA...

sep 2018 | Leadership, Strategy

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Biz B-School: Collaborate & Caffeinate with the Biz 100 presented by OTC Center for Workforce Development

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Biz 417's Biz 100 Party 2018

Biz 417 honored the most influential business leaders in southwest Missouri at the Biz 100 Party presented by Corporate Business Systems....
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