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Tackling health care challenges through innovation
Tackling health care challenges through innovation The health care sector is one of the key drivers of our region’s economy – the industry employs nearly 40,000 people in the Springfield region with more than $1.5 billion in annual payroll. Despite this strength, the need for unique solutions to health care needs and qualified workers is…
Read MoreGO CAPS students set to show off their work
GO CAPS students set to show off their work The second crop of students participating in the GO CAPS program are preparing to show off the results of a year of hard work. More than 150 high school juniors and seniors from 11 area school districts will present projects on April 26 during the GO…
Read MoreJoin Us for the 2017 Small Business Award
Join Us for the 2017 Small Business Award For the 25th year, the Chamber is preparing to recognize five area companies as finalists for the W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award. Here’s a look at this year’s honorees (listed in alphabetical order): Askinosie Chocolate is a small-batch, award-winning chocolate factory founded in 2006. It sources 100…
Read MoreTelling a story and changing the narrative
Telling a story and changing the narrative When Mary Kellogg’s husband, John Joslyn, told her about his plans to open a museum about the famous sunken ocean liner Titanic, she understood. After all, John had produced a major network television special about the expedition that found the shipwreck and even participated in the dives. When…
Read MoreChamber encourages members to vote YES on the Springfield R-12 bond issue
Chamber encourages members to vote YES on the Springfield R-12 bond issue The Chamber board of directors encourages members to support the Springfield Public Schools bond issue on the April 4 ballot. At its February meeting, the Chamber’s board of directors unanimously voted to support the bond issue, accepting the recommendation of the Chamber’s Local…
Read MoreA vote for these candidates is a vote for economic growth
A vote for these candidates is a vote for economic growth Electing well-rounded, thoughtful civic leaders who focus on the big picture of Springfield’s future is essential for our community to thrive and prosper. We need a City Council that is made up of individuals who see the importance of prioritizing economic development and job…
Read MoreState Senate leaders discuss legislative session, time in office
State Senate leaders discuss legislative session, time in office The kickoff of the 2017 Public Policy Speaker Series featured an impressive panel of senators representing the Springfield region. Senate President Pro Tem Ron Richard and State Sens. Bob Dixon and Jay Wasson all visited the Chamber on February 24 for the first installment of the…
Read MoreNew events for members kick off 2017
New events for members kick off 2017 In our ongoing effort to help member businesses make new connections, the Chamber has several new and returning events on the calendar for 2017. Check out these activities and see how you can get the most out of your Chamber membership! Biz Blitz Twice a year, Springfield Chamber…
Read MoreChamber looks back at 2016 and prepares for the future
Chamber looks back at 2016 and prepares for the future In our biggest yearly event, Chamber leaders touted the accomplishments of 2016 and the big goals on the docket this year, including a new Chamber-led initiative to create a long-term growth plan for our community. More than 1,000 attendees were on hand at University Plaza…
Read MoreDemonstrating GO CAPS to a state leader
Demonstrating GO CAPS to a state leader The Greater Ozarks Centers for Advanced Professional Studies (GO CAPS) is in its second year of showing local high school students a handful of the professional opportunities available in four different fields of work. Enrollment in the program has grown dramatically – from 105 students in the program’s…
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