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Dori Grinder has worked for 2 different chambers of commerce in the past 10 years. Now she’s on to her next role: serving as executive officer for the Home Builder’s Association (HBA) of Greater Springfield.

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Logan Aguirre’s 5 Takeaways from the Chamber’s Community Leadership Visit

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As a founding member of BKD’s diversity and inclusion program, Rhonda shares her insight on how to ensure all employees feel welcome in the...

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Get to Know Taj Suleyman, Springfield’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Taj Suleyman has recently taken on the new role of director of diversity, equity and inclusion for the City of Springfield. Study up, so...

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The New Face of Springfield's Home Builder’s Association

Dori Grinder has worked for 2 different chambers of commerce in the past 10 years­­. Now she’s on to her next role: serving as executive officer for the Home Builder’s Association (HBA) of Greater Springfield.

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Dori Grinder has worked for 2 different chambers of commerce in the past 10 years. Now she’s on to her next role: serving as executive officer for the Home Builder’s Association (HBA) of Greater Springfield.