Young professionals are honored for their professional and civic accomplishments.

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

Broadband speed and low cost of living also cited as draws in WSJ article.

Carol Taylor, former president of Evangel University, tells features editor Christine Temple about the new challenges she faced leading students, staff and faculty through a year of learning in a …

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 …

John Lopez, managing member with Old Route 66 Dispensary, says the pandemic hampered progress for their business. He says equipment delays for cultivators put the dispensaries on hold because of …

Chelsey Bode, president of Pearson-Kelly Technology says they espouse the concept of work life integration as opposed to balance. She says they don’t mind when employees take time for family as …

Jordan McAdoo, software engineer with StitchFix, tells features editor Christine Temple she loves the creativity and problem-solving areas of her job and why she’s passionate about getting women …

Cristian Rath, consultant with Abacus CPAs, LLC, says integration is key to his work life balance. He says support from family and his employer help him ensure that his career and family are getting …

Curtis Marshall, CEO of Tie & Timber Beer Company, says he likes to ask if he’s being consistently challenged because it inspires him. Marshall is one of Springfield Business Journal’s 2020 12 …

Anne Baker, co-owner of several local restaurants, tells features editor Christine Temple about growing up poor, growing up as a first generation American and how she views her childhood after …

K. Patrick Douglas, attorney and partner with Douglas, Haun & Heidemann PC, says his father and a former law partner have played a big role in his development. Douglas is one of Springfield Business …

Chelsey Bode, president of Pearson-Kelly Technology says she and her father had honest discussions and brought in business coaches to talk about succession planning for their business. She says …

Steve Kelly, senior vice president with Arvest Bank, says a friend told him not to let preconceived notions limit his accomplishments. Dream bigger than what you think is possible. Kelly is one of …

Cristian Rath, consultant with Abacus CPAs, LLC, says building a network is important. It isn’t about sales, but growing relationships in order to help clients. Rath is one of Springfield Business …

Curtis Marshall, CEO of Tie & Timber Beer Company, says he struggles to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Marshall says he sees life as a book, while one chapter might focus on work, the next is …

Are you guarding against employee theft? Abe McGull, assistant U.S. Attorney, says you should be wary of enthusiastic employees who want to spend extra time at work. Incorporate checks and balances. …

K. Patrick Douglas, attorney and partner with Douglas, Haun & Heidemann PC, says he’s learned a lot about leadership from mentors. He says you must value your team and work for the best interests …

Chelsey Bode, president of Pearson-Kelly Technology says the dynamic of managing a generational business with her father is interesting. She says the difference in experience and viewpoints are …