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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.

Bringing Joy to Staffers with Foster Adopt Connect

Executive Director of FosterAdopt Connect shares a fun and simple way to bring joy to staffers, while also supporting the community.

jan 2023 | Charity, Coffee, Leadership

Clay Goddard's New Mission

Clay Goddard has been collaborating with leaders at Burrell Behavioral Health for three decades. Now, he’s leading the health network’s 94...

jan 2023 | Health, Leadership

Creating Community with SGFCO

SGFCO’s Gen Z and Millennial-geared outings give young 417-landers a community and sense of belonging. But can they keep young talent from...

jan 2023 | Communication, Companies, Leadership

Doug Pitt and What We Can Do When We Care to Learn

Biz 417 sat down with Doug Pitt, founder of the nonprofit Care to Learn, to discuss his career, philanthropic interests and the things that...

jan 2023 | Charity, Leadership, People

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Get to Know Algerian Hart

By bridging gaps between people, Algerian Hart strives to build a sense of belonging on campus and in the community through his new role in...

jan 2023 | Companies, Education, Leadership

Q&A with Andrew Doolittle

Andrew Doolittle and his business partners with GDL Enterprises, LLC, purchased property at the southwest corner of Grand and Grant in...

jan 2023 | Communication, Leadership, Strategy

What's on Senator Roy Blunt's Desk?

As Senator Roy Blunt nears his retirement from the U.S. Senate, we asked about the keepsakes and mementos that fill his Washington, D.C.,...

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Get to Know Tony Lewis

Tony Lewis, The Bank of Missouri’s new Springfield community bank president, says he’s learned that lending is about helping others achieve...

nov 2022 | Leadership

Q&A with Linda Daugherty

Academy of Hair Design’s Linda Daugherty, Chair of the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Council, shares tips to...

nov 2022 | Education, Entrepreneur

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Springfield Treadway Development

We asked City Utilities and the City of Springfield how the proposed Treadway development might impact utilities in the Galloway...

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How to Achieve Financial Wellness with Gretchen Cliburn

After a near-fatal incident, Gretchen Cliburn dedicated her professional life to helping healthcare providers achieve financial...

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How to Do Hybrid Remote Work Right

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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.

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