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Presiding 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 MoreCommunity Leadership Visit: What Springfield region leaders will learn in IndyÂ
Community Leadership Visit: What Springfield region leaders will learn in Indy The planning for each annual Community Leadership Visit (CLV) starts with a question: what other community do we have the most to learn from in the coming year? This year’s ask led us to this initial answer: a region that is growing without pricing…
Read MoreNonprofit CEO Roundtable: Five & Rising
Nonprofit CEO Roundtable: Five & Rising On Wednesday, September 23, the Nonprofit CEO Roundtable featured Stephanie Pacinella, Senior Director of Strategy & Special Initiatives at Social Current, for a conversation on Five & Rising, a national movement working to shift how the social sector is funded, valued and supported. Stephanie shared the significant economic and…
Read MoreTwo ribbon cuttings, and the work behind them
Two ribbon cuttings, and the work behind them Springfield had two ribbon cuttings to celebrate in July. Keep Supply opened its new downtown headquarters, and Genie Recon marked an expansion on East Pythian Street. Two different companies, two different industries, two different corners of the local economy. Both are good news for the region. And…
Read MoreEducators step into the workplace
Educators step into the workplace In July, 41 educators from across the region left their classrooms for four days to see where their students might end up. Through the Springfield Chamber’s 2026 Teacher Externship program, teachers got a firsthand look at the skills, career pathways, and daily realities of local industry. The program exists to…
Read MoreTop Tips 2026 – James Financial: Rebalancing Your Portfolio
Rebalancing Your Portfolio Everyone loves a winner. If an investment is successful, most people naturally want to stick with it. But is that the best approach? It may sound counterintuitive, but it may be possible to have too much of a good thing. Over time, the performance of different investments can shift a…
Read MoreNonprofit CEOs Share Strategies for Events That Drive Mission and Impact
Nonprofit CEOs Share Strategies for Events That Drive Mission and Impact Nonprofit leaders gathered for the Chamber’s Non-Profit CEO Roundtable to explore one of the most important aspects of nonprofit sustainability: planning and executing successful events. The discussion focused on strategies for strengthening board engagement, building meaningful sponsorship relationships, and creating events that advance organizational…
Read MoreGearing up for 60 Minutes to Success: More Ways to Connect with Military Talent
Gearing up for 60 Minutes to Success: More Ways to Connect with Military Talent Springfield employers have a unique opportunity on the horizon. Fort Leonard Wood is home to skilled, motivated service members preparing to transition into civilian careers, and the Chamber has two upcoming programs designed to help local businesses tap into that talent…
Read MoreMember-driven advocacy advances business priorities during 2026 legislative session
Member-driven advocacy advances business priorities during 2026 legislative session The 2026 Missouri legislative session concluded May 15 with meaningful progress on several policy priorities important to Springfield-area employers, economic development and long-term regional competitiveness. For the Springfield Chamber, the end of session is also an opportunity to reflect on the value of a member-driven advocacy…
Read MoreHelp Shape the Future Workforce
Help Shape the Future Workforce The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce is inviting area businesses to participate as hosts for the 2026 Teacher Externship Program, taking place July 13–16, 2026. The Teacher Externship Program is designed to strengthen the connection between business and education by giving local educators firsthand exposure to the industries, career paths…
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