10 for the Next 10
Meet the 2025 Class of 10 for the Next 10
Ten people in the southwest Missouri business community who are leading us into the next decade.
by Jordan Blomquist
Jul 2025
Photos by Brandon Alms
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Meet Our 2025 10 for the Next 10
Over the next 10 years, there is such potential on the horizon. These 417-landers are the ones to watch as they make our region a more innovative, connected and forward-thinking place to be.
Abbye Bobbett
Betsy Fogle
Josh Manning
Dustin Kirkpatrick
Jeff Bertholdi
Dakota Crow
Julie Reams
Nicole McCauley
Michael Calhoun
Luke Phelps
Methodology: Biz 417 selects honorees for our annual 10 for the Next 10 feature based on nominations from readers, the Biz 417 advisory board and Biz 417 editor. Nominees are evaluated on professional achievements, community impact and leadership qualities. There are no age or industry requirements. Nominations are accepted on a rolling basis with a formal nomination period each February. To learn more, visit biz417.com/nominate. These interviews have been edited and condensed for space.
About the Writer
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. You can reach me at jblomquist@417mag.com.
