The local MSA follows suit with the other seven regions in Missouri.

Executive Editor Christine Temple discusses the labor force participation rate, access to child care, skilling up workers and tapping into hidden talent with local executives.

People Centric Consulting Group CEO Don Harkey: "Employee surveys are a powerful tool for engaging your employees, but they only work when you engage your employees with the results."

SBJ interviews Nixa Public Schools' superintendent.

Immigration could be the answer to some of the area’s workforce problems.

Codistac owner Heather Noggle: "While collegiate experience is helpful for most industries and jobs, the tech field recognizes that skill and work experience are more important."

Venture’s owner aims for summer launch.

Springfield Business Journal counts down the fastest-growing companies in the Ozarks.

Nonfarm payroll ranks rise by 4,700 jobs month over month.

OMG Commerce is the only firm selected in southwest Missouri.

Last May 4, the Facebook group that became 417 Out And About was created. The private group curates activities for the local LGBTQ+ community, some members of which may feel isolated from other supports.

Executive Editor Christine Temple shares a cautionary tale of AI in hiring practices.

Most of its statewide peers have increases, as well.

New Growth seeks to better serve southern end of coverage area.

Momentum State of the Workforce panelists note local programs aid search for workers.

Reporter Mike Cullinan brings you workforce, new business and marijuana coverage and analysis.

Nonfarm payroll ranks rise by 2,300 jobs, according to Missouri Economic Research and Information Center.

Some workers may be reticent when it comes to discussing their compensation. Pay feels like a private matter – one, like decisions made within a voting booth, that no polite person would ask about.

Springfield Business Journal’s 2023 class of 40 Under 40 represents 40 accomplished and still-rising professionals in southwest Missouri.