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The Network hosts the sixth annual SGForum event for Springfield’s young professionals
The Network hosts the sixth annual SGForum event for Springfield’s young professionals On June 21, The Network for Springfield’s Young Professionals hosted the sixth annual, SGForum event with the focus of inspiring, empowering and engaging young professionals (YPs) through meaningful opportunities for professional development and community engagement. More than 375 gathered for the half-day summit…
Read MoreCelebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings – June 2024
Celebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings – June 2024 Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. 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. June was a great month for this…
Read MoreSpringfield area Representative provides updates on the legislative session and efforts to improve the Southwest Missouri region
Springfield area Representative provides updates on the legislative session and efforts to improve the Southwest Missouri region State Representative Melanie Stinnett (District 133) joined Chamber members on June 5 to reflect on the 2024 State Legislative Session. Stinnett represents parts of Greene County in the Missouri House of Representatives, which includes a majority of west…
Read MoreCold Zone, an Erlen Group Company, breaks ground on new cold storage warehouse in Springfield
Cold Zone, an Erlen Group Company, breaks ground on new cold storage warehouse in Springfield The Springfield Business Development Corporation (SBDC), the Chamber’s economic development arm, has announced a $57 million expansion from Cold Zone, a leading provider of cold storage logistics solutions and a subsidiary of the Erlen Group. The company will break ground…
Read MoreMissouri Supreme Court Judge Ginger Gooch discusses judicial role and community service
Missouri Supreme Court Judge Ginger Gooch discusses judicial role and community service Missouri Supreme Court Judge Ginger Gooch joined Chamber members on May 6 for a conversation about her new role on the Missouri Supreme Court, her passion for community service, judicial insights and more. This event was the first installment of the Chamber’s 2024…
Read MoreCelebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings – May 2024
Celebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings – May 2024 Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. 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. May was a great month for this…
Read More2024 Health Care Outlook
2024 Health Care Outlook 2024 Health Care Outlook a discussion on mental and behavioral health On May 15, Springfield Business Development Corporation (SBDC), the economic development arm of the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, convened over 275 business and healthcare leaders for the 2024 Health Care Outlook. The event focused on the serious and growing…
Read MoreCelebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings – April 2024
Celebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings – April 2024 Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. 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. April was a great month for this…
Read MoreDake Wells Architecture receives prestigious 2024 Small Business Award
Dake Wells Architecture receives prestigious 2024 Small Business Award Dake Wells Architecture, a local architecture firm known for its innovative designs and community focus, has been named the recipient of the 2024 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award by the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. Founded in 2004, in a foundation of curiosity, ingenuity and…
Read MoreRoundtable highlights opportunities to enhance regional innovation and entrepreneurial capacity
Roundtable highlights opportunities to enhance regional innovation and entrepreneurial capacity To see growth in the economy, a community must invest in supporting innovators and technology-based entrepreneurs. Working collaboratively is key to improving the network of available services. The Missouri Technology Corporation awarded the Regional Node Planning grant in November 2023 to the Springfield Area Chamber…
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