Death rates lead to strain on casket production.

Did your business experience supply chain issues due to the pandemic? Jeff Eiserman, senior risk advisor with Ollis/Akers/Arney, talks about the causes and what effect COVID-19 continues to have on …

Brent Cochran, owner of Al’s Pals Pet Place, says the pandemic has made it difficult to analyze his business and set long term goals. He says they hope to grow into a brick and mortar location so …

The company exited bankruptcy proceedings late last year.

Choosing to remodel or renovate existing space as opposed to building a new structure is a difficult decision for a business owner when evaluating space needs, functionality and cost concerns. …

The Springfield company is pitching to investors on the popular TV show.

Elizabeth Hurst, business development manager with HR Advantage, says while people are ready to move on, the pandemic is still affecting the workforce. She says adaptability and innovation have …

An independent panel of judges chose 40 rising professionals for Springfield Business Journal’s 2021 40 Under 40 class.

Patrick Little, co-owner of 22 Sierra Coffee Company, says having a business partner in a different state is challenging but advantageous. He says being separated enlarges their network and lets …

Metro Eats will host area food trucks daily and feature a food court with vendors, a multiday farmers market, monthly festivals and other outdoor activities.

KeenBean Coffee is eyeing new shops this summer.

Brandon Stockstill and fiancee Brittny Tripicchio became the new owners of Downtown Nutrition Club LLC; F8 Training opened; and Schweitzer United Methodist Church started Flourish CDC.

Officials say planning and communication started before new tier opened up.

Sunshine Street development on 11 acres plans to open in April.

Abby Glenn, development director with Habitat for Humanity, says they’re transforming their 2021 Gala into a virtual event. She says they hope this will focus on their needs and mission rather …

The festival on historic Walnut Street is scheduled May 1-2.

New categories added to the Dynamic Dozen awards.

Daniel Ogunyemi, college director of diversity, equity and inclusion for OTC says he likes the book, “Creating Great Choices,” by Jennifer Riel and Roger L. Martin. Ogunyemi says it teaches you …

The company this month announced the closure of its Route 66 Food Truck Park operation.

Technology business consultant Mackenzie Scherer says many perceive virtual meetings as a barrier. Scherer says the opposite is true. People are more comfortable engaging in a digital environment, …