Business Advocacy
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 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 MoreGovernor Parson highlights infrastructure and workforce investments at 2023 State of the State
Governor Parson highlights infrastructure and workforce investments at 2023 State of the State Speaking to a sold-out crowd at Missouri State University’s Great Southern Bank Arena, Governor Mike Parson outlined significant investments and historic statewide successes in infrastructure, workforce development, education, and more at the Chamber’s annual State of the State on July 27. The Governor…
Read MoreAttorney General Andrew Bailey discusses new role as the State’s chief legal official
Attorney General Andrew Bailey discusses new role as the State’s chief legal official Attorney General Andrew Bailey joined Chamber members on July 6 for a conversation about his new role as the state’s chief legal official and lessons learned throughout his professional career. This event was the second installment of the 2023 Public Policy Speaker…
Read MoreMissouri Department of Corrections Director Updates on Reentry 2030 National Initiative
Missouri Department of Corrections Director Updates on Reentry 2030 National Initiative Missouri Department of Corrections Director Anne Precythe and Division of Rehabilitative Services Director Valarie Moseley visited the Chamber on June 29 to provide an update on the department’s workforce development efforts, including the launch of Reentry 2030. This program is a, “national initiative that…
Read MoreNon-Profit Chamber members hear update on the national non-profit sector, discuss local impact
Non-Profit Chamber members hear update on the national non-profit sector, discuss local impact The Chamber’s Non-Profit CEO Roundtable convened for their first event of 2023 on June 8 to hear updates from Dan Prater, senior managing consultant at FORVIS, on the state of the non-profit sector. Prater serves as the lead author on FORVIS’ annual…
Read MoreMissouri Legislature prioritizes business-community policies and funding efforts during the 2023 legislative session
Missouri Legislature prioritizes business-community policies and funding efforts during the 2023 legislative session The 102nd Missouri General Assembly wrapped up the 2023 regular legislative session on Friday, May 12. Session began in early January, and after the five months’ work, lawmakers sent 62 bills, including the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, to Governor Parson for final…
Read MoreYoung professionals advocate for business community priorities
Young professionals advocate for business community priorities Members of The Network’s Leadership Council visited the State Capitol on April 26 to advocate for continued investment in efforts that benefit Southwest Missouri through several specific Chamber board-approved legislative priorities. The delegation in Jefferson City included Network Chair Bryant Young, Insurors of the Ozarks, along with other…
Read MoreEducation Task Force hosts first SPS Board of Education candidate forum
Education Task Force hosts first SPS Board of Education candidate forum The Chamber’s Education Task Force hosted its inaugural candidate forum for Springfield Public Schools Board of Education candidates in March, prior to the April 4 election. Chamber members had the opportunity to hear from all four SPS board candidates on the ballot during the…
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