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What does it take to transition an organization? Two BKD managing partners—one retired, one current—reflect on what it took.

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We all have someone we admire professionally. Biz 417 wants to know about your career crush, so nominate them for our annual feature.

feb 11 2021 | 10 For the Next 10, Entrepreneur, Leadership, Strategy

Four Leadership Tips From Nicki Gamet

Gamet took over as Mercy Lebanon’s hospital administrator mid-pandemic. These are her top tips for building a strong team—no matter the...

feb 08 2021 | Health, Leadership, Strategy, Women in Business
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Karen Kramer and Brandy Harris win Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce Awards

Karen Kramer has been selected as the recipient of the 2021 ATHENA Award, and Brandy Harris was selected for second annual the Virginia Fry...

jan 26 2021 | Health, Leadership, People, Women in Business

Biz 417's Business Power Couples Springfield MO

Dynamic Duos: Five Powerhouse Couples Who Make 417-land Better Together

Five Springfield, Missouri couples share what it takes to succeed when both are business owners and community leaders.

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...

jan 2021 | Companies, Leadership, People, Strategy

Julia King Offers the City of Branson a New Perspective

After only two years as a local resident, Julia King was appointed the city’s first female Black City Council member and plans to run for...

jan 2021 | Branson, Leadership, People, Politics

Campaignium staff and interns in Springfield MO

Secrets to a Successful Intern Program

How do you find good interns, and how do you make their brief stay worthwhile? Two Springfield businesses, Campaignium and Seminole Paint...

jan 2021 | HR, Jobs, Leadership, Strategy

Ron Woodard Executive Director of Secondary Education for Springfield Public Schools

Springfield Public School's Ron Woodard on His Growth Mindset

Ron Woodard became the Executive Director of Secondary Education for Springfield Public Schools at the beginning of the 2020–2021 academic...

jan 2021 | Education, Leadership, People, Strategy

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Tips for Transitioning an Organization

What does it take to transition an organization? Two BKD managing partners—one retired, one current—reflect on what it took.

jan 2021 | Leadership, People

Caroline Richardson Wants You To Slow Down

How Volt Credit Union’s chief retail and commercial officer learned to fall forward—and step back—amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

dec 08 2020 | Financial, Leadership, Strategy, Women in Business
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Academy of Hair Design Wins Springfield Chamber’s Small Business Award

The 28th annual W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award is given to the Academy of Hair Design by the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce.

nov 11 2020 | Beauty, Companies

How Spencer Fane’s Camber Jones is Finding Time to Breathe

A lot has changed since we chatted with Camber Jones about equality in the courtroom. Here she shares how she's navigating this year's...

nov 06 2020 | Law & Regulation, Leadership, People, Women in Business
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