Posts by noah.hester
Chamber’s annual visit highlights Tulsa’s approach to regionalism, collaboration and investment
Chamber’s annual visit highlights Tulsa’s approach to regionalism, collaboration and investment The Chamber’s 29th Annual Community Leadership visit to Tulsa, OK provided an enriching and insightful experience for the 83 community, business and civic leaders in attendance. Throughout the trip, attendees had the opportunity to learn from Tulsa’s successes and challenges in their commitment to…
Read MoreInaugural Non-Profit Outlook highlights benefits of non-profit and business partnerships
Inaugural Non-Profit Outlook highlights benefits of non-profit and business partnerships Key Takeaways: Chamber members attended the inaugural Non-Profit Outlook on October 24 to celebrate the organizations and partnerships that help attract and retain talent and support the quality of life in Springfield community. Attendees heard about the importance of partnerships and innovation from Dr. Spencer…
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. October was a great month for this type of…
Read MoreThe Network’s Living in SGF Series: Renew Jordan Creek with Tim Rosenbury
The Network’s Living in SGF Series: Renew Jordan Creek with Tim Rosenbury On September 25, members of The Network for Springfield’s Young Professionals hosted a lunch-and-learn event for another 2023 Living in SGF series event. The program featured Tim Rosenbury, director of Quality of Place for the City of Springfield. Rosenbury talked about the Renew…
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. September was a great month for this type of…
Read MoreBusiness 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…
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