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Celebrating a strong foundation at Annual Meeting
Celebrating a strong foundation at Annual Meeting The Chamber’s Annual Meeting offers the opportunity for members to celebrate the accomplishments of the previous year, thank those who served in leadership, and look ahead to what the future holds. Nearly 1,000 Chamber members gathered on January 27 at the Oasis Hotel & Convention Center to participate…
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. January was a great month for this type of…
Read MoreJoe Carmichael receives 2023 Springfieldian Award
Joe Carmichael receives 2023 Springfieldian Award A dedication to his community and an optimistic outlook on life are among the defining characteristics of Lloyd Joseph “Joe” Carmichael. Those qualities, along with a lifetime of service and achievements, were celebrated on January 27 as the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce presented Carmichael with the 2023 Springfieldian…
Read MoreAnnouncing the recipients of 2023 ATHENA, Virginia Fry Rising Star Awards
Announcing the recipients of 2023 ATHENA, Virginia Fry Rising Star Awards Two leaders in the Springfield community will be honored at the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 ATHENA Award ceremony on March 22. 2023 ATHENA Award Recipient: Stephanie Stenger – Stephanie is president of the Ron Stenger Co. She also serves as the CEO…
Read MoreWelcoming new members and officers to the Chamber Board of Directors
Welcoming new members and officers to the Chamber Board of Directors At its January board of directors meeting, the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce will install new members, as well as its slate of officers for 2023: The following board members will serve on the Chamber’s Executive Committee in 2023: Chair: Joselyn Baldner, Central Bank of…
Read MoreCutting ribbons and celebrating special milestones!
Cutting ribbons and celebrating special milestones! 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. December was a great month for this type of…
Read MoreJanuary 2023: How are area manufacturers successfully managing industry changes?
January 2023: How are area manufacturers successfully managing industry changes? In the January edition of SGF Business Insider, the Chamber’s Digital Communications Manager, Noah Hester, shares audio from a panel interview with local manufacturing leaders featured at our recent Manufacturing Outlook. This event is an opportunity to hear how manufacturers are pivoting to adapt to…
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. November was a great month for this type of…
Read MorePast Network leaders reflect on impact of community involvement
Past Network leaders reflect on impact of community involvement On November 17, members of The Network for Young Professionals gathered for the last edition of the 2022 Civic Engagement Series featuring a deep dive into community involvement. 2022 Network Chair Dee King moderated a panel discussion with her peers, all of which once held the…
Read MoreRetiring Senator Roy Blunt shares lessons learned throughout his tenure
Retiring Senator Roy Blunt shares lessons learned throughout his tenure On Wednesday, October 26, retiring Missouri Senator Roy Blunt spoke to a crowd of nearly 100 Chamber members during the second installment of the 2022 Public Policy Speaker Series about his decades of experience in public service and the lessons he learned throughout his tenure.…
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