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Julia King Offers the City of Branson a New Perspective

After only two years as a local resident, Julia King was appointed the city’s first female Black City Council member and plans to run for election in April.
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Angi Blevins: Co-owner and Project Manager at Bailey Pyle Builders
Women Who Mean Business

Angi Blevins is a Woman Who Means Business

Angi Blevins, co-owner and project manager at Bailey Pyle Builders, is seeking ways to encourage female leaders in southwest Missouri.

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
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Judy Thompson: Senior Vice President for University Advancement at Drury University (Retired)
Women Who Mean Business

Judy Thompson is a Woman Who Means Business

Judy Thompson, now-retired senior vice president for university advancement at Drury University, is known for her passion, warmth and...

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, Marketing, People
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KatIe Towns: Director of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department
Women Who Mean Business

Katie Towns is a Woman Who Means Business

Katie Towns, director of the Springfield-Greene County Health Department, has faced and overcome obstacles throughout her personal and...

mar 2022 | Features, Health, Leadership, People
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Kesha Alexander: Co-Owner and Account Lead at Supper Co.
Women Who Mean Business

Kesha Alexander is a Woman Who Means Business

Kesha Alexander, co-owner and account lead at Supper Co., is always looking to build meaningful connections with clients.

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A

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Mary Schrag: Owner of Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic
Women Who Mean Business

Mary Schrag is a Woman Who Means Business

Mary Schrag, owner of Physical Therapy Specialists Clinic, sees every challenge as an opportunity to learn something new.

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
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Women business leaders in southwest Missouri
Women Who Mean Business

Meet the 2022 Biz 417 Women Who Mean Business

Each year, Biz 417 chooses five women who are guiding southwest Missouri into the future.

mar 2022 | Features, Leadership, People, Q&A
Darline Mabins
Women in Business

Darline Mabins Takes the Reins at Minorities in Business

As a local small business owner with extensive experience at Guaranty Bank and as Chair of The Network, Darline Mabins brings a unique...

nov 2021 | Financial, Women in Business
Heather Hardinger & Paula Dougherty
Women in Business

Meeting of the Minds with Heather Hardinger & Paula Dougherty

Heather Hardinger and Paula Dougherty are proof that a pandemic can't get in the way of a perfect mentorship pair.

nov 2021 | Women in Business
Teri Bee on Customer Service
Strategy

Teri Bee on Customer Service

The Director of Lending at Volt Credit Union shares her secrets to providing the best customer experience.

aug 10 2021 | Ladies Who Launch, Leadership, Native Content, Women in Business
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Celestine Copeland Finds Fuel for the Road Ahead
Women in Business

Celestine Copeland Finds Fuel for the Road Ahead

Celestine Copeland’s life changed dramatically after a tragedy struck close to home. What followed—her search for a necessary service—led...

jul 2021 | Women in Business
Dr. Grenita Lathan, New Superintendent of Springfield Public Schools
Women in Business

Dr. Grenita Lathan, New Superintendent of Springfield Public Schools, Gears Up for the School Year

Get to know Dr. Grenita Lathan, incoming superintendent of Springfield Public Schools, and learn more about what excites her about coming...

jul 2021 | Women in Business
Brenda Conroy of Conroy Sales Group
Women in Business

How Brenda Conroy of Conroy Sales Group Flipped Her Focus

The owner of Conroy Sales Group got her start as a salon owner, then parlayed a passion for mentoring stylists and placing products in the...

jul 2021 | Women in Business

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