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Budgeting is Made Easier with the Spend Stack App

App developer Jordan Morgan knew he had a good idea (and Apple agreed), and he was willing to put in time to make it shine.
Tether Tug is Dog's Best Friend
Startups

Tether Tug is Dog's Best Friend

The creators of Tether Tug knew they had made a toy that would keep any high-energy dog occupied, but getting it into owners’ hands was...

sep 2016 | E-Commerce, Meet the Maker
The Success of Signal Strength
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The Success of Signal Strength

When Susie Turner used her experience with City Utilities to open Signal Strength, LLC, she still had to build up her assets and knowledge...

may 2016 | Companies, Strategy
3 Tips for Launching and Learning
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3 Tips for Launching and Learning

Arianna Russell, owner of Bodacious Cases shares her wisdom for making your ideas a reality, even if you’re still young and learning along...

mar 2016 | Strategy
Command Family Medicine Offers a Different Kind of Care
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Command Family Medicine Offers a Different Kind of Care

In December 2015, Van Kirk opened Command Family Medicine, a membership-based private medical practice offering primary-care services with...

mar 2016 | Companies, Health

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LocalRaces is Racing Ahead

The story behind LocalRaces, a comprehensive online software for race management.

nov 2015 | Strategy
Parakeet Pete’s: Clawing to the Top
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Parakeet Pete’s: Clawing to the Top

Darrell Henley and Emma Hamilton, co-owners of Parakeet Pete’s Waterfront Zipline talk strategy.

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ScholarPrep is a Studious Start-Up
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ScholarPrep is a Studious Start-Up

Learn about mother-daughter duo Christian and Jordan Schanda's studious start-up ScholarPrep.

nov 2015 | Education, Strategy

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The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting 2019
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The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting 2019

The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting. January 25. University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center. Photos by Brad...
Biz 417's Think Summit 2019
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Biz 417's Think Summit 2019

Biz 417's Think Summit presented by People Centric Consulting Group. Hosted by the Springfield Art Museum. January 18, 2019. Photos Abigail...
CEO Conversation with Doug Pitt 2019
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CEO Conversation with Doug Pitt 2019

CEO Conversation with Doug Pitt presented by Nixa Area Chamber of Commerce, January 17, 2019. Main Event Center. Photos by Brad Zweerink.
The Network's Holiday Soirée 2018
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The Network's Holiday Soirée 2018

The Network's Holiday Soirée. December 13, 2018. The Old Glass Place. Photos by Brad Zweerink.

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