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GO CAPS looks to continue growth in 2019-2020
GO CAPS looks to continue growth in 2019-2020 As the GO CAPS program prepares for the 2019-2020 school year – its fifth year of providing students and teachers with unparalleled access to experiences in the modern workplace – the program is trying to find new ways to measure its success so far, and to see…
Read MoreThe importance of loving your community and creating quality places
The importance of loving your community and creating quality places Living in a city is like being in a relationship, and like any other relationship, feelings about a city can go stale over time. To stay emotionally engaged, residents must celebrate their love for their city – and by doing so actually they actually make…
Read MoreA look at history, and a look to the future
A look at history, and a look to the future Chamber members helped us celebrate a milestone anniversary, as well as a year of accomplishments, at our Annual Meeting on January 25, while our volunteer leaders helped us reflect on the past and look to the future. Nearly 1,100 people packed the University Plaza Hotel…
Read MoreGordon Kinne named 2019 Springfieldian
Gordon Kinne named 2019 Springfieldian A dedication to his community, family and business are top of mind for anyone describing Gordon Kinne. Those attributes were celebrated January 25, when the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce named Kinne the 2019 Springfieldian award recipient. The surprise announcement was the culmination of the Chamber’s Annual Meeting. More than…
Read MoreNew leaders offer new insights for a new year
New leaders offer new insights for a new year The Network kicked off 2019 by introducing roughly 100 of its members to their chairman for the new year, as well as the chairman of the Chamber’s Board of Directors. The “New Year, New Leaders” event on January 10 at the Chamber gave Network members a…
Read MoreDiscussing Chamber priorities with the local legislative delegation
Discussing Chamber priorities with the local legislative delegation January 11 was, in the words of Chamber Board Chairman Jeff Childs, a “signature opportunity” for a conversation between state legislators and leaders of the Springfield business community. That was the day of the Chamber’s annual legislative luncheon, when members of the local legislative delegation visit the…
Read MoreNew year, new focus on commercial land for development
New year, new focus on commercial land for development The Chamber’s economic development arm, the Springfield Business Development Corporation – along with our community partners – are all focused on making the Springfield region a desirable place for existing businesses to expand and for new businesses to locate. One of the ways the SBDC helps…
Read MorePreparing for the 2019 legislative session
Preparing for the 2019 legislative session The upcoming year is shaping up to be a busy one in Jefferson City – and leadership from the Springfield area will be right in the thick of the action. Several members of the local delegation to the Missouri House of Representatives have been chosen to serve in leadership…
Read MoreOpportunities to learn and network in 2019
Opportunities to learn and network in 2019 One of the biggest benefits to Chamber membership is the chance to participate in our many educational and networking events throughout the year. And in the new year, there will be plenty of opportunities! The newest addition to our calendar of events for the year is a special…
Read MoreMaking the case for college students to live in Springfield after graduation
Making the case for college students to live in Springfield after graduation Since its inception over a decade ago, one of the goals of The Network for Young Professionals has been to retain college students in this area after graduation. But in recent months, the group’s Student Outreach Task Force has taken a more aggressive…
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