Executive Editor Christine Temple discusses lending, consumer trends, workforce and the regulatory environment in credit unions with local executives.

The Springfield-based auto parts retailer now has 6,000 locations.

Executive Editor Christine Temple discusses workforce, revenue sources and demand for services with nonprofit leaders.

Executive Editor Christine Temple discusses the concept of quality of place with local execs.

Executive Editor Christine Temple discusses the technology industry with managed service provider executives.

SBJ Editorial Vice President Eric Olson discusses diversity, equity and inclusion with DEI directors.

SBJ Editorial Vice President Eric Olson talks planning and development with local city leaders

Features Editor Christine Temple discusses college sports with local athletic directors.

Brandy Harris, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield, tells features editor Christine Temple that a dark childhood gave her the passion and skills necessary to fight for children. Listen to the …

While some businesses went on defense during the pandemic, Donnie Brawner, CEO of Paragon 360, chose to actively seek new opportunities. Brawner says they looked at risk mitigation, but chose to take …

Do you have a thirst for some higher education? Curtis Marshall, CEO of Tie & Timber Beer Company, recommends Beer School by Steve Hindy and Tom Potter. He says it’s great for partners and …

Amby Lewis, founder/CEO of A Girl Like Me Network, says volunteers are critical to nonprofits. Lewis and AGLM treasurer Kelly Routh are recruiting members to staff events, organize committees and …

SBJ Editor Eric Olson discusses the law industry with local firm partners.

Curtis Marshall, CEO of Tie & Timber Beer Company, says success isn’t necessarily attaining the end goal, but the process of getting there. Be flexible, open-minded and check your biases. Marshall …

Margo Spilde, founder and CEO of GRASP, says her mentor advised that if you focus on your passion, the rest will fall into place. She says focusing outward to help others will change your life. …

Hal Donaldson, CEO of Convoy of Hope, says he likes challenging people to hire the homeless. He says it requires understanding from the employers, but the dividends are smart, loyal and hard working …

Richard Ollis, CEO of Ollis/Akers/Arney, says Good to Great by Jim Collins is his favorite book on business. Ollis says Collin’s book demonstrates several important principles. Focus on being …

Meleah Spencer, CEO of The Kitchen, Inc., says architect Stephanie Ireland was the ideal person to bring their dream of a new campus to life. Spencer says the design is perfectly suited to handle …

Taylor Otwell, CEO of Laravel, says don’t be afraid to bring employees on board. Otwell says you want to protect your business, but the increase in productivity is worth it. Duration: 0:31

Richard Ollis, CEO of Ollis/Akers/Arney, says he wishes there was a handbook for living in a pandemic. Ollis recommends treating others with grace, appreciation and maybe we’ll develop new ideas …