Alexander Open Systems Inc.
Overland Park, Kan.-based Alexander Open Systems Inc. on Feb. 5 moved its Springfield office to 4200 S. Quail Creek Ave. Vice President of Sales
Luke Simon said the information technology company gained 2,000 square feet in the move from 636 W. Republic Road, Unit F-100. The 7,500-square-foot office was renovated by general contractor Adam Pyle & Associates LLC and designed by Paragon Architecture Inc. Simon said AOS agreed to a five-year lease with Drury Properties Inc. Renovation and lease costs were not disclosed. Owned by
Gary Alexander and locally managed by AOS President
Brad Ellingsworth, AOS specializes in networking, unified communications, IT service management and information security. AOS employs 383 in 19 offices, with 22 in Springfield. Hours: 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Phone: (417) 888-2675. Web:
AOS5.com
Mid-West Family Marketing
Mid-West Family Marketing, the local arm of Madison, Wis.-based Mid-West Family Broadcasting Group, on March 15 rebranded KOMG country music station 105.1 Bob to 105.1 The Bull. Broadcast from its offices at 2453 E. Elm St., General Manager
Scott Meier said the name change reflects a transition from an announcer-less format, similar to digital streaming, of 1970s-80s country music. “The station became less relevant in that format,” said Meier, noting The Bull’s focus is now on ’90s songs through contemporary hits and local programs. “We felt it was time to adjust that and make it a more fun and live programming effort.” KOMG added nationally syndicated morning show “Big D & Bubba” and programs produced by local on-air talent Meghan Socha and Cameron Combs. The office employs 45. Hours: 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Phone: (417) 886-5677. Web:
TheBull1051.com
Kum & Go LC
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Kum & Go LC on March 31 reopened a Republic store as Kum & Go Marketplace, its new design concept. At 3049 E. U.S. Hwy. 60, the Republic store is Kum & Go’s third under the new brand and the first of five planned for the Springfield area. Communications Director
Kristie Bell said the concept emphasizes made-to-order foods, such as sandwiches and pastries, and offers complimentary Wi-Fi, device charging stations, and indoor and heated outdoor seating areas. The 6,200-square-foot gas station and convenience store was designed by Merriam, Kan.-based BRR Architecture Inc. and built at a cost of $1.23 million by Johnston, Iowa-based Henning Construction Co. LLC. Kum & Go operates 46 stores in the Springfield area. Bell said District Manager
Graham McCaleb and General Manager
Ray Collins oversee the Republic store’s 22 employees. Hours: 24/7. Phone: (417) 865-1296. Web:
KumAndGo.com
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