Archive for September 2023
Business leaders discuss legislative priorities with State Representative Alex Riley
Business leaders discuss legislative priorities with State Representative Alex Riley Chamber members met with State Representative Alex Riley on Friday, September 15, for a roundtable discussion on key policy priorities, regional business issues, and legislation that Representative Riley intends to focus on during the 2024 Regular Legislative Session. During this event, Riley also discussed his…
Read MoreSeptember 2023: How and why should we celebrate Springfield?
In the September edition of SGF Business Insider, the Chamber’s Digital Communications Manager, Noah Hester, shares audio from a fascinating conversation among community members highlighting how and why we should Celebrate Springfield from our recent Good Morning, Springfield. The conversation was moderated by Matt Morrow, Chamber president, and featured the following community leaders: Erin Danastasio,…
Read MoreCelebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings
Celebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings 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. August was a great month for this type of…
Read MoreRoundtable discussion to address childcare challenges
Roundtable discussion to address childcare challenges On August 18, Chamber members came together for a roundtable discussion focused on highlighting recent efforts at the state level to address childcare challenges, discuss ongoing childcare barriers for employers and providers, and identify possible solutions for the 2024 legislative session in accompaniment to the Governor’s tax credit package. Those…
Read MoreResearching how different generations give to charitable organizations
Researching how different generations give to charitable organizations On August 31, members of The Network for Springfield’s Young Professionals joined the Chamber’s Non-Profit CEO Roundtable for an event focused on how different generations choose to give to charitable organizations. The program was facilitated by Paige Oxendine, a consultant with Habitat Communication & Culture, and served…
Read MoreMore than 600 First Responders enjoy appreciation experience at Springfield Cardinals games
More than 600 First Responders enjoy appreciation experience at Springfield Cardinals games In August, we had the opportunity to show our appreciation over a two-night event, for area first responders at First Responders Appreciation Nights with the Springfield Cardinals. With over 600 first responders and their families enjoyed a commemorative t-shirts, concession gift cards, and…
Read MoreEconomists unveil valuable local and national economic insights
Economists unveil valuable local and national economic insights The Chamber’s economic development arm, the Springfield Business Development Corporation (SBDC), hosted its 19 annual Economic Outlook event on August 16, at the Oasis Hotel and Convention Center. With a strong attendance of more than 350 participants, the 2023 event proved to be a pivotal platform for…
Read MoreCommunity leader shares career advices with young professionals
Community leader shares career advices with young professionals On August 24, The Network for Springfield’s Young Professionals hosted the third event in its 2023 CEO series. YPs heard from David Argueta, community president of Mercy Springfield Communities. Throughout the event, David discussed why his family chose to come to Springfield, his work in healthcare and…
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