Springfield Contractors Association's Megan Herzog: "While the importance of preparing physically for extreme weather is important, contractors are responsible to find ways to focus on employees and project deadlines. Weather days are expected in the industry, but contractors must make a point to put employees first."

Ransin Injury Law's David Ransin: "Buyer beware is a well-known concept that is too often overlooked when buying automobile insurance because few consumers simply don’t know what they don’t know."

Ollis/Akers/Arney CEO Richard Ollis: "Conservatively estimating replacement value annually and properly structuring your property insurance policy will ensure a property loss will be paid in full. Work with a professional insurance agent to assist in exploring the various options. Don’t be caught short in these inflationary times."

New York Life Insurance Co.'s Ryan J. Hurn: "When it comes to your financial life and the decisions you make, be thoughtful and attentive to where the information comes from."

Arvest Bank's Andrea Sitzes: "Business owners should be mandating a higher level of service and a banking partner that understands the economy with vision to assess, plan and pivot together to accomplish business objectives."

Springfield Contractors Association's Megan Herzog: "Investing in all types of construction impacts our local economy significantly."

Custom Creations Landscaping & Lawn's Kevin Runyon: "As we navigate Springfield’s dynamic construction sector, it’s clear that landscaping is more than just an add-on."

OMB Bank's Michael Frerking: "Dating the rate isn’t for everyone, but finding that house you fall in love with – provided you can afford the payment regardless of the interest rate – is worth every penny."

Commerce Bank's Lacy Martin: "Accounts payable and receivable departments are one of the most vulnerable areas of fraud for any business."