SBJ's 2023 Economic Growth Series documents the fifth year of survey data collected from area business leaders in an effort to provide valuable insights that might better guide local business decision-making.

Precision in gold plating and other efficiencies to yield savings, officials say.

Company CEO cites lower-than-expected sales during the second quarter.

The local marijuana business acquires an existing company in Lee's Summit.

Company officials say the manufacturer has "performed well against a strong backlog."

Curt Wormington succeeds the retiring John Stuart.

The MSU innovation center distributes funding to benefit the semiconductor industry.

The awards recognize excellence in business, including employee and revenue volumes and impact on the community.

Organizations are recognized for years in business, and Lifetime Achievement Award goes to Roy Blunt.

Tap and tasting rooms in the works for Rogersville and Willard.

Kristi Stringer is promoted to succeed Darin Bridges.

Vroom Solar plans to create 35 jobs over two years.

Benjamin Burns succeeds Jeffrey Tate, who held the role for four years.

Food and beverage industry vets team up for Before and After Brewing.

With new licenses coming available, meetings are meant to educate potential applicants.

Planned development changes would apply to 402 acres.

125 Tap & Tasting Room is designed to serve residents of Rogersville, Strafford and east Springfield.

Before and After Brewing will offer beer brewed on-site, along with food and coffee.

Company completes expansion project as part of $100M investment.

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