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Helping businesses consider the shift to remote work
Helping businesses consider the shift to remote work The pandemic changed many things about the way businesses operate. Some changes were temporary responses to the immediate circumstance, but others likely will have staying power. One of those changes that will likely be around for the long haul is the shift some employees and employers have…
Read MoreCelebrating strength, resilience, and support with our community’s women leaders
Celebrating strength, resilience, and support with our community’s women leaders Those gathered at the White River Conference Center on March 10 were there to honor the 2022 recipients of the ATHENA and Rising Star awards. But the event was more than just the celebration of two outstanding individuals; it was a celebration of women’s strength…
Read MoreSGF Business Insider – March 2022: What Inspires Professional Women?
SGF Business Insider – March 2022: What Inspires Professional Women? In this month’s episode, Chamber President Matt Morrow sits down with two women blazing a trail for others in the Springfield community: Crista Hogan, president of the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association Rachel Anderson, director of the efactory at Missouri State University. The two will be…
Read MoreStarting a new year by helping businesses celebrate
Starting a new year by helping businesses celebrate Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. And one of the things we love most is when we have the opportunity to help those organizations commemorate significant achievements – grand openings, anniversaries, new facilities and more. We’ve had the privilege of helping several…
Read MoreWelcoming our two new membership development coordinators
Welcoming our two new membership development coordinators The Chamber is pleased to announce the hire of two new Membership Development Coordinators in the Chamber’s membership department. Nikki Rorabaugh joined the Chamber team on October 5. She previously worked as the development director for Central Christian School, development director for Washington University in St. Louis, and…
Read MoreAnnouncing the recipients of 2022 ATHENA, Virginia Fry Rising Star Awards
Announcing the recipients of 2022 ATHENA, Virginia Fry Rising Star Awards Two leaders in the Springfield community will be honored at the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2022 ATHENA Award ceremony on March 10. Crista Hogan has been selected as the recipient of the 2022 ATHENA Award. She has served as executive director of the…
Read MoreHelping more businesses celebrate milestones
Helping more businesses celebrate milestones Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. And one of the things we love most is when we have the opportunity to help those organizations commemorate significant achievements – grand openings, anniversaries, new facilities and more. Despite the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, several…
Read MoreAnnouncing the new members and officers for the Chamber Board of Directors
Announcing the new members and officers for the Chamber Board of Directors The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the new additions to its Board of Directors for 2022, as well as its slate of officers for the new year. New board members serving three-year terms are: Erin Danastasio, Hatch Foundation Tom…
Read MoreHelping businesses celebrate milestones
Helping businesses celebrate milestones Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. And one of the things we love most is when we have the opportunity to help those organizations commemorate significant achievements – grand openings, anniversaries, new facilities and more. Check out the organizations that we recently helped celebrate new milestones!…
Read MoreSGF Business Insider – December 2021: How Do Small Organizations Succeed?
SGF Business Insider – December 2021: How Do Small Organizations Succeed? In this episode, Chamber President Matt Morrow talks with Lisa Farmer, executive director of Harmony House. Lisa and her team were awarded the 2021 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award in November, and they discussed what the award means for her organization and how…
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