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Springfield, MO
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Springfield, MO
New categories added to the Dynamic Dozen awards.
Newsmakers in the areas of banking & finance, education, government, health care and media.
Local firms submitted 26 projects showcasing their expertise and portfolios.
The plan is largely contingent on vaccinations and case count.
Results of the city’s 2021 Momentum State of the Workforce Survey revealed a high number of respondents struggling to find qualified applicants, among other concerns, in a year disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic.
A hip joint franchise opened; Cup of Joe’s launched in Nixa; and CBD store Health and Endocan Products LLC got its start.
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on local nonprofits parallel the nationwide nonprofit sector in some ways, while in others they defy the norms.
The governor indicates “vulnerable communities” will be a priority.
Coronavirus safety measures are slated to be in place for the March 17 launch.
Columnist LaDonna Greiner recommends "walk and talks."
Columnist David Raney: "Ongoing investment in physical and virtual infrastructure is critical to ensuring patients have access to the health care services they need."
Columnist Marlene Chism: "Hundreds of books have been written about succession planning, but there’s one skill set often overlooked when it comes to leadership advancement in health care: Conflict capacity."
Mercy Springfield Communities' new chief medical officer says herd immunity may be on the way this year for COVID-19, but an annual booster shot is likely to combat the virus.
When the COVID-19 pandemic arrived in the Ozarks, it shut down most revenue streams for area hospitals almost overnight.
Commercial Street vintage furniture and clothing shop Gypsy Girl Junk moved across the street; Equality Healthcare LLC expanded; and authorized Apple product retailer Simply Inc. (OTC: SIM) relocated its sole Springfield store.
Newsmakers in the areas of accounting, banking & finance, education, health care, law and media.
Medical professionals are 'cautiously optimistic' as pandemic continues.
The COVID-19 pandemic prompted organizers to cancel last year’s business event.
Gov. Mike Parson announces the transition that impacts job sectors such as public education and information technology.
Over 80% in health care sector note struggles to find qualified applicants.
The Bark Yard dog park and bar concept launched; Charity Fent Cake Design LLC moved; and a pair of business owners collaborated on opening The Hidden Hut LLC.
This poll is not a scientific sampling. It offers a snapshot of what readers are thinking.
Heather Kite, owner of startup business Rooted Deep Farms, talks about tough times during the winter of 2020-2021. She says determination was a necessary component that kept her going.
Jeramey and Julia Henson, co-owners of HM Dentworks Academy, discuss the importance of family in work-life balance. They say you can’t make up for the major life events. HM Dentworks Academy is also co-owned by Chris McWhirter.
Rachel Barks, owner of Artistry Pottery, talks about her struggle with PXE, or Pseudoxanthoma elasticum, a disease that affects the eyes. She says that despite her struggle, she is ultimately thankful.
Jessica Burkland, a Missouri State University business instructor in the Department of Management, talks about small business start-up trends in a post-pandemic year. Burkland, who owns Activate Consulting & Training and volunteers as a small business mentor for SCORE of Southwest Missouri, says startups that offer new services and products to help people work from home or that enhance mental health could find greater success.
Jim and Debbie Meinsen, co-owners of TCI Graphics, say the past year has been one of the toughest they have faced. Now in the company's 50th year, the couple says they learned a few things in 2020.
Charlie Rosenbury, president of Self-Interactive, calls on his experience in programming to illustrate lessons he has learned running a business and life in general. Springfield Business Journal's 90 Ideas is presented by Great Southern Bank.
Darline Mabins talks with SBJ’s Christine Temple about growing up after a tragic accident took the lives of her mother and older brother. Mabins is now the regional branch sales manager for Arvest Bank. No Ceiling is an SBJ podcast, going in depth with local women, sharing their journey to the top of their professions.
Caleb Scott, owner, coach and player for Queen City Insane Asylum semi-professional football team, talks about the ways that the team works to support each other on and off the field. Scott says you can’t force people to become leaders, they have to come naturally.
Steve Williams, owner of Crosstown Barbecue, discusses the role relationships have played throughout the 51 years that Crosstown Barbecue has been in business. He says that while he puts effort into providing the best food he can, ultimately “people like to do business with people they like.”
Randy Bacon, professional photographer and humanitarian, relates his experience building relationships with clients since he became a photographer. He says building relationships with his clients and perfecting his craft are the most important things he does to spread his business.