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REACH Campaign Celebrates Another Successful Year
REACH Campaign Celebrates Another Successful Year The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce has officially wrapped up another successful REACH Total Resource Campaign, raising more than $1 million in support of the Chamber’s programs, events and initiatives for 2027. REACH is an annual volunteer-led campaign that brings together business and community leaders to secure the sponsorships…
Read MoreOctober 2026 Ribbon Cutting Celebrations
October 2026 Ribbon Cutting Celebrations October was a busy month of celebrations! We were excited to recognize these businesses and organizations as they celebrated new beginnings, exciting milestones and continued growth in our community. October 1 | Multipli Credit Union: Celebrated their new Chamber membership. October 2 | Dobbs Tire & Auto: Celebrated the…
Read MoreNonprofit Outlook 2026: Building Funder Relationships Before the Ask
Nonprofit Outlook 2026: Building Funder Relationships Before the Ask Funders and nonprofit leaders took the stage at the 2026 Nonprofit Outlook on Oct. 28, for a candid look at where nonprofit funding in the Springfield region stands today and where it is headed. Moderated by Brian Fogle, Drury University, the panel featured: Krystal Simon, Care…
Read MoreThe Network’s Civic Engagement Series: Chad Carleton on Scaling Good Company
The Network’s Civic Engagement Series: Chad Carleton on Scaling Good Company On Wednesday, Oct. 21, The Network’s Civic Engagement Series featured Chad Carleton, founder and CEO of Good Company, for a conversation on scaling a business, leading through rapid growth and why he continues to build in Springfield. A Springfield native, Carleton got his start…
Read MoreOctober’s Business After Hours with The Child Advocacy Center and Kinetic Design and Development
October’s Business After Hours with The Child Advocacy Center and Kinetic Design and Development The Chamber’s October Business After Hours, held on Oct. 11, was hosted by the Child Advocacy Center, an organization dedicated to helping children impacted by abuse begin their journey toward safety, healing and justice. Through its work, the Child Advocacy Center…
Read MorePresiding Commissioner Dixon delivers 2026 State of the County at Good Morning, Springfield!
Presiding Commissioner Dixon delivers 2026 State of the County at Good Morning, Springfield! Greene County Presiding Commissioner Bob Dixon reported on the county’s year in front of more than 300 business and civic leaders gathered on Oct. 1 for a special State of the County edition of the Chamber’s Good Morning, Springfield (GMS)! A room…
Read More60 Minutes to Success helps small business owners plan for the future
60 Minutes to Success helps small business owners plan for the future Helping small business owners strengthen their operations and plan for the future was the focus of the Chamber’s Sept. 29 program, “Built to Last: Preparing Your Business for What’s Next.” Part of the 60 Minutes to Success series, the session connected members with…
Read MoreTakeaways from the 2026 Economic Outlook
The Ozarks economy is outpacing state and national growth, but housing and workforce will decide how far it carries. Takeaways from the 2026 Economic Outlook.
Read MoreSpringfield Chamber Honors 2026 ATHENA and Virginia Fry Rising Star Award Recipients
Springfield Chamber Honors 2026 ATHENA and Virginia Fry Rising Star Award Recipients March 4, 2026 MEDIA RELEASE Springfield, MO – The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce has announced Sandy Howard as the 2026 ATHENA Award recipient and Lauren Korbal as the 2026 Virginia Fry Rising Star Award recipient. These honors recognize outstanding women leaders who…
Read MoreSpringfield Area Chamber of Commerce names Doug Pitt as 2026 Springfieldian
Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce names Doug Pitt as 2026 Springfieldian February 24, 2026 MEDIA RELEASE Springfield, Mo.— For more than 30 years, Doug Pitt has quietly shaped lives, strengthened communities and expanded opportunities. That work now earns him the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce’s highest honor as the 2026 Springfieldian. The announcement came at the…
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