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How a Spelling Bee Builds Culture at Grooms Office Environments

How the Annual Spelling Bee at Grooms Office Environments builds company culture.
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Culture

Where to Meet for Lunch on Mondays

Finding a place for a lunch meeting on Mondays can prove to be challenging. Here’s a round-up of some great options for the next time...

jan 01 2025 | Food
Catherine Gilpin of Forvis Mazars.
Culture

Forvis Mazars’ Catherine Gilpin on Prioritizing Balance

Catherine Gilpin shares tips on how to invest your time and prioritize a healthy work-life balance to prevent burnout.

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Shelley Wehner
Strategy

Another Way to Healthcare in Springfield

Affordable and accessible, direct primary care benefits are a popular healthcare option for businesses not yet able to afford full-blown...

nov 2024 | Health, Strategy
Arvest Bank Roots Its Support in Camp Barnabas
Culture

Arvest Bank Roots Its Support in Camp Barnabas

Arvest Bank fulfilled a three-year $70,000 commitment, providing funds for an accessible farm at Camp Barnabas. But people helping people...

nov 2024 | Do Good

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