Biz 417

May-June 2018

Strategy

How Branson is Winning the Tourist Wars

The city of country music and tour buses is undergoing a personality change. Eight Branson leaders—including Craig Wescott, Jeff Seifried and Mayor Karen Best—discuss what's next for our region's tourist mecca. Branson’s next act is here.

WINNERS

2018 Excellence in Technology Awards

Biz 417 partnered with the AITP of the Ozarks for the second year in a row to honor the innovators and pioneers who help create a robust technology community in 417-land.

EDUCATION

By the Numbers: Springfield’s Education Sector

Area universities are sending a new class of graduates into the workplace this spring, so we compiled some numbers to gauge their economic impact.

STRATEGY

Are your Employees Burnt Out?

Three leadership experts weigh in on ways to identify a burnt out employee and how to help them regain their passion.

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Is Your Team Actually Cared For?

Bethany Bishop of People Centric Consulting Group discusses the ways a company can make its employees feel cared for and appreciated.

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Solving the Workforce Shortage

Don Harkey, Chief Executive Officer at People Centric Consulting Group, discusses the workforce employment shortage and tips to gain...

jun 05 2018 | Business Services, Communication, Strategy

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Are your Employees Burnt Out?

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Small Businesses

Q&A with Great River Engineering: 2018 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award Winner

In just 20 years, Great River Engineering has expanded its offices in Springfield in addition to opening offices in Kansas City and St....

may 04 2018 | Companies, Q&A, Strategy

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5 Tips for Better Strategic Planning Sessions

Spencer Harris, Director of Operations at Mostly Serious explains what it takes to improve a company's strategic planning session and how...

may 03 2018 | Business Services, Communication, Companies, Strategy

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13 Office Bar Essentials You Need

Whether you fancy a cup of joe or a glass of the finest whiskey, these stylish items add a little swagger to your office drink station.

may 2018 | Biz Style, Coffee, Drinks, Whiskey

Excellence in Technology

2018 Excellence in Technology Awards

Biz 417 partnered with the AITP of the Ozarks for the second year in a row to honor the innovators and pioneers who help create a...

may 2018 | Companies, Features, People, Q&A

Strategy

Advice and Whiskey with Julie Swift

Waypoint’s vice president of foodservice shares her best sales strategies.

may 2018 | Advice & Whiskey, Strategy, Women in Business

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Culture

Beautyrest Sleep Gallery’s Foundation Provides Mattresses to Kids in Need

The owners of Beautyrest Sleep Gallery started a foundation to guarantee a good night’s sleep for children in need.

may 2018 | Charity, Companies, Do Good, Giving Back

Offices

Butler Rosenbury & Partners’ Downtown Digs

Butler Rosenbury & Partners remodeled its downtown Springfield office last summer to honor the past while creating a more open, futuristic...

may 2018 | Companies, Design, Downtown Springfield, Workspaces

Strategy

By the Numbers: Springfield’s Education Sector

Area universities are sending a new class of graduates into the workplace this spring, so we compiled some numbers to gauge their economic...

may 2018 | Education, Infographics, Strategy

Family-Owned

David Humphreys Continues the TAMKO Legacy

David Humphreys didn’t plan to join the Joplin-based company started by his grandparents until his father made him an offer he couldn’t...

may 2018 | Companies, Joplin, MO, Next Gen, People

Strategy

Develop Your Employees Talents

Local programs and strategies are available to help 417-land employers improve their teams’ skills.

may 2018 | Business Services, Strategy, Women in Business

Small Businesses

Fox + Hound Brings Safe, Luxury Grooming Products for Dogs

With Fox + Hound, Karen Doss and her line of dog grooming products have cornered a niche market that provides an answer for dog owners...

may 2018 | Entrepreneur, Made in 417, Meet the Maker, People

Strategy

How Branson is Winning the Tourist Wars

The city of country music and tour buses is undergoing a personality change. Eight Branson leaders—including Craig Wescott, Jeff Seifried...

may 2018 | Branding, Branson, Family, Features

Strategy

How to Adapt Your Strategy for Facebook’s Algorithm Change

Jeff Paulette, partner at Campaignium, offers tips for how small businesses can roll with the punches.

may 2018 | Social Media, Strategy

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