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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.

nov 2024 | Health, Ladies Who Launch, Strategy, Women in Business
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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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The New Face of Springfield's Home Builder’s Association

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Why the Springfield Symphony Has Embraced Online Performances

After introducing a streaming option in 2020, Springfield Symphony Orchestra is keeping its online performances, even for life...

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How Brandy Buckler Made the Most of WFH

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Survey: Will You Return to the Office in 2021?

With 2021 kicking off and COVID vaccines coming to the rescue, we’re curious to learn if you’re eager to return to the office or if you’re...

jan 06 2021 | Branded Content, Decor, Design, Native Content
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Dynamic Duos: Five Powerhouse Couples Who Make 417-land Better Together

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jan 2021 | Communication, Family, Features, Leadership
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How James Tillman Built His Career From the Ground Up

Though James Tillman is content to fly under the radar, his business operations within the region make him a quiet local powerhouse. Here’s...

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How One Father and Son Team Plan to Take Their Plumbing Invention Nationwide

Doug Harris and his son Logan developed a plumbing innovation that won them $10,000 in the efactory’s pitch contest. Now, they aim to take...

jan 2021 | Companies, Entrepreneur, Strategy
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