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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.
Burrito from Small Batch Burritos in Springfield, MO.
Meet the Maker

How Small Batch Burritos Has Generated Profit off of Breakfast Burritos

Teresa and Blake Beshore share insider knowledge for making one of their breakfast burritos.

jul 2019 | Food, Manufacturing, Meet the Maker, Strategy
Big Blanket Co launched by Springfield Entrepreneurs and Pro Basketball Players
Startups

Springfield MO Creatives Launch a Big Blanket Company with Pro Basketball Players

Bryan Simpson turned a long-time pet peeve into a promising business! After years of dealing with blankets that were a touch too short,...

mar 2019 | Companies, Entrepreneur, Marketing
Isaac Neale, owner of Commute Softgoods in Springfield, MO
Startups

How Cycling Inspired Isaac Neale to Launch Commute Softgoods

After a decade of dabbling with Commute Softgoods, a line of products for the outdoors community, Isaac Neale is focusing more attention on...

jan 2019 | Biz Style, Entrepreneur, People
IDEA Commons in Springfield, MO
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Missouri State’s IDEA Commons Readies for Construction

Missouri State University’s IDEA Commons promises to make Springfield more attractive to young professionals and businesses. Now, with the...

jan 2019 | Art, Business Services, Downtown Springfield, Technology

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