Business Advocacy
House Majority Floor Leader Alex Riley emphasizes deregulation, strategic investment and collaborative leadership
House Majority Floor Leader Alex Riley emphasizes deregulation, strategic investment and collaborative leadership For the first installment of the 2025 Public Policy Speaker Series, Missouri House Majority Floor Leader Alex Riley spoke with Chamber members to discuss his legislative priorities, reflect on his path to public service, and share insights on the importance of leadership…
Read MoreSpringfield Chamber announced 2025 ATHENA and Virginia Fry Awards
Springfield Chamber announced 2025 ATHENA and Virginia Fry Awards Springfield Chamber honors the recipients of the prestigious ATHENA and Virginia Fry Award. These awards recognize exceptional women who have demonstrated excellence in their professions, community service and mentorship of other women in the community. 2025 ATHENA Award Recipient: Stephanie O’Connor Stephanie O’Connor is the senior…
Read MoreInside the Issues: Navigating Proposition A
Inside the Issues: Navigating Proposition A Navigating Proposition A: Compliance Strategies and Insights for Employers On February 27, 2025, the Springfield Chamber of Commerce hosted Inside the Issues: Navigating Proposition A – Compliance & Implementation Insights, with a panel of experts aimed at helping local businesses navigate the upcoming changes under Proposition A. The panel…
Read MoreChamber board hosts state lawmakers to share key priorities
Chamber board hosts state lawmakers to share key priorities The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors recently hosted regional state legislators for the annual Chamber Board Legislative Luncheon, providing an opportunity to discuss key business-community priorities for the 2025 legislative session. Each year, the Chamber begins its advocacy efforts by facilitating a discussion…
Read MoreOutgoing State Representative Quade reflects on public service and leadership
Outgoing State Representative Quade reflects on public service and leadership In the final installment of the 2024 Public Policy Speaker Series, outgoing District 132 State Representative Crystal Quade spoke with Chamber members about her journey to public service, her role as Minority Leader and her key legislative focuses and accomplishments. Quade’s path to public policy…
Read MoreNon-Profit Outlook Inspires Action: Strengthening Partnerships for Community Impact
Non-Profit Outlook Inspires Action: Strengthening Partnerships for Community Impact At the Non-Profit Outlook on Oct. 30, a record turnout of over 300 attendees heard thoughtful dialogue around the power of tangible partnerships between nonprofit organizations and the private sector. The discussion, moderated by Joe Daues, Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks, included insights from the following…
Read MorePublic Policy Speaker Series with Dr. Bennett Boggs
Public Policy Speaker Series with Dr. Bennett Boggs Missouri Higher Education and Workforce Development Commissioner highlights workforce and education opportunities, challenges at Public Policy Speaker Series On October 11, Dr. Bennett Boggs, Commissioner of the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development, engaged with Chamber members during the second edition of the 2024 Public…
Read MoreGovernor Parson reflects on achievements and future priorities at final State of the State address
Governor Parson reflects on achievements and future priorities at final State of the State address Governor Parson delivered his final State of the State address to a record audience of Springfield Chamber members on July 30 at the Great Southern Bank Arena. Reflecting on his six years in office, Parson highlighted the state’s significant accomplishments…
Read MoreCold Zone groundbreaking
Cold Zone groundbreaking Cold Zone, a leading provider of cold storage logistics solutions and a subsidiary of the Erlen Group, has officially broken ground on a $57 million expansion in Springfield’s Partnership Industrial Center West. Located within Springfield’s Enhanced Enterprise Zone, the state-of-the-art facility will feature temperature zones for both frozen and cooler products, further…
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…
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