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Scott Neville, president of Welhener - H.B. Wall Awning, shares his secrets to maintaining success in a such a niche industry.

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Meet the Finalists: Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's 2019 Small Business Award

A wide variety of businesses are included in the mix, ranging from chiropractors to coffee experts. The winner will be announced on May 8.

mar 26 2019 | Business Services, Coffee, Companies, Consulting

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Brian Croft on the Trials and Triumphs of Joplimo Mattress

Brian Croft’s vision for a customizable mattress company was a gamble, but it paid off. In a decade, Joplimo Mattress out of Joplin, MO...

mar 2019 | Carthage, MO, Companies, Features, Joplin, MO

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Why The Great Game for Small Business is The Next Big Thing

Biz 417 has partnered with The Great Game of Business to create a pilot program for local businesses looking to increase profitability,...

feb 14 2019 | Companies, Financial, Strategy

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Which Staffing Agency is Right For You?

Southwest Missouri is stacked with staffing agencies, but which one fits your needs? Decide below.

jan 2019 | Business Services, Technology

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Get to Know Noble Bowman from Rhapsody Strategies

He designed franchises for Classic Rock Coffee Co., supported students at MSU and was a minister. Now, Noble Bowman is bringing his passion...

nov 2018 | Leadership, Strategy

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How Ferrell-Duncan Clinic’s Executive Director Spends Her Sundays

Ellen Hammock’s trick for staying balanced? An efficient weekend routine.

oct 2018 | Leadership, Native Content, Women in Business
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Attend these 5 events to network and grow with local business leaders just like you.

sep 19 2018 | Business Services, Companies, Entrepreneur, Networking

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Wild Black Walnuts Form the Core of Hammons Products Co.’s Business

For Hammons Products Co., finding a place to put down roots meant finding where the company’s core product had its own roots—literally....

sep 2018 | Organization, Strategy

Small to Mid-Sized

The Perks of Working on C-Street

There’s a reason why Springfield’s historic Commercial Street is enjoying a recent boom in development. In fact there are several reasons....

jun 14 2018 | Business Services, Commercial Street, Entrepreneur, Native Content
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Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce announces 2018 Small Business Award Finalists

Find out the winner at the Chamber’s annual award luncheon on May 2.

mar 23 2018 | Business Services, Companies, Entrepreneur

Small to Mid-Sized

How National Audio Co. Cornered the Cassette Market

Known for spoken word and blank cassettes, National Audio Co. was perfectly positioned to capitalize on the nostalgic cassette tape revival.

mar 2018 | Companies, Downtown Springfield, Music, Strategy

Small to Mid-Sized

By the Numbers: Springfield’s Hotel Boom

With hundreds of hotel rooms under construction, Springfield’s robust hotel industry signals a strong local economy.

mar 2018 | Companies, Infographics, Travel

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How to Thrive in a Niche Industry

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Meet the Finalists: Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's 2019 Small Business Award

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Brian Croft on the Trials and Triumphs of Joplimo Mattress

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Get to Know Noble Bowman from Rhapsody Strategies

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How Ferrell-Duncan Clinic’s Executive Director Spends Her Sundays

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Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce announces 2018 Small Business Award Finalists

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