Jordan Blomquist

Jordan Blomquist

I’m Jordan Blomquist, 417’s Custom Publications Editor and Staff Writer. I joined the team in October 2023 after graduating from the University of Missouri. Outside of writing, I love traveling, visiting local coffee shops, cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs and listening to pop music (Taylor Swift and Gracie Abrams on repeat). I’m passionate about highlighting the Ozarks and giving a voice to its people.

Viewing 48 stories

Women of Wealth Management at Central Bank in Springfield, MO.

Strategy

Central Bank’s Women of Wealth Management

Diane Homan and Joselyn Baldner discuss wealth, confidence and what it really means to build financial security across generations.

mar 2026 | Financial, Ladies Who Launch
Advertisement

Kristen Wannenmacher Bright of Forvis Mazars

Leadership

The Power of Showing Up Again and Again with Forvis Mazars’ Kristen Wannenmacher Bright

After two decades in the industry, Forvis Mazars partner Kristen Wannenmacher Bright reflects on how consistency, discipline and quiet...

feb 2026 | Financial, Ladies Who Launch

Dr. Mackenzie Lesh of Mercy Springfield

Leadership

Lessons in Leadership and Resilience From Mercy Springfield’s Dr. Mackenzie Lesh

A conversation with Mercy’s Young Physician of the Year on care, confidence and helping patients plan what comes next.

jan 2026 | Health, Ladies Who Launch, Leadership
Advertisement

Elizabeth Wente of SRC Holdings

People

Advice and Whiskey with Elizabeth Wente

While enjoying drinks at Cellar + Plate, Elizabeth Wente of SRC Holdings shares how she’s navigating a new chapter in her career as General...

jan 2026

Christina Angle, John Griesemer

Companies

Beneath the Surface of Southwest Missouri with Erlen Group

Family roots run deep at Erlen Group, where Christina Angle and John Griesemer are shaping the company’s future.

jan 2026

Richard Bliss

Advice

Richard Bliss on What Leaders Should Know About LinkedIn

In a talk at Biz 417’s The Legacy Network, Richard Bliss explains why showing up on LinkedIn matters more than frequent posting, and how...

jan 2026

Rhonda Christopher of Forvis Mazars.

Communication

Forvis Mazars’ Rhonda Christopher Blends Financial Insight with Personal Connection

With a passion for both people and finance, Rhonda Christopher helps clients at Forvis Mazars turn goals into action.

nov 2025 | Financial, Ladies Who Launch
Advertisement

2025

Banner image of 2025 Biz 100

Biz 100

Meet Biz 417's 2025 Biz 100

Meet the 2025 Biz 100. These are the people shaping the future of southwest Missouri and the Ozarks. This list gets to the heart of why...

nov 2025 | Biz 100, People

Rebecca Greene of Central Bank

Branded Content

10 Financial Tips Every Woman in Business Should Know

Rebecca Greene of Central Bank shares financial tips that empower women to take control of their money, career and independence.

oct 2025 | Financial, Ladies Who Launch, Women in Business
Advertisement

The team at Abacus! as they prepare for tax season.

Small Businesses

Smart Tax Moves to Make This Fall for Individuals and Business Owners

If you’re looking ahead to tax season now, you’re actually right on time. Abacus! shares tips and things to look out for when planning this...

sep 2025 | Branded Content, Financial
Advertisement

Nicki Gamet of Mercy Springfield.

Branded Content

Mercy’s Nicki Gamet on Supporting Nurses and Leading with Compassion

Nicki Gamet opens up about her first 100 days as chief nursing officer and how she balances compassion, advocacy and leadership.

sep 2025 | Branded Content, Ladies Who Launch
Advertisement

Jarad Johnson

People

Jarad Johnson: Human-First Workplaces in the Age of AI

At Biz 417's 2025 Best Places to Work Celebration, Jarad Johnson of Mostly Serious gave a talk on workplaces in the age of AI. Here are our...

sep 2025