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Looking back – and looking ahead – with optimism
Looking back – and looking ahead – with optimism Chamber members celebrated a year of accomplishments at our biggest annual event and volunteer leadership set an optimistic tone for the future. Nearly 1,100 people joined us at University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center on January 26 to honor those volunteers that helped lead the Chamber…
Read MoreA new year brings a new brand for The Network
A new year brings a new brand for The Network The Network for Young Professionals turned 10 recently, and as most of us do around our 10th birthday, the group is going through some changes. The most visible change: its new brand. For the past several months, Chamber staff has been working with Revel Advertising to…
Read MoreAnnual legislative luncheon highlights Chamber priorities
Annual legislative luncheon highlights Chamber priorities In addition to marking the beginning of the new year, January also brings the beginning of the new state legislative session – and the chance for the Chamber’s volunteer leaders to connect with our local legislative delegation about the issues most important to our members. January 12 was the…
Read MoreManufacturers discuss industry growth, advances and challenges
Manufacturers discuss industry growth, advances and challenges The Springfield-area manufacturing industry is positioned to make continued advances in technology, wage growth and employee safety – if the community continues to make investments in programs that support workforce development and retention. That was the message from four local industry leaders during the Dec. 8 Manufacturing Outlook…
Read MoreFostering partnerships for important programs
Fostering partnerships for important programs Continuing in its role as a Trusted Convener on important issues, the Chamber brought together leaders from the University of Missouri, Missouri State University, CoxHealth, and Mercy on Nov. 30 to talk with members of our state delegation about the importance of funding for several ongoing partnership programs that produce…
Read MoreThe Network announces attorney Britton Jobe as 2017 YP of the Year
The Network announces attorney Britton Jobe as 2017 YP of the Year Britton Jobe, a partner at Neale & Newman, LLP, was named The Network’s 2017 Young Professional of the Year at the organization’s Holiday Soirée on Dec. 13 at Hickory Hills Country Club. Following an open nomination process, The Network’s Young Professional of the…
Read MoreA story of personal growth, public involvement and a positive attitude
A story of personal growth, public involvement and a positive attitude As she reflected on a 25-plus-year career that’s still going strong, Sally Hargis had much to say about why she stays so involved in the community and how she works to keep a fresh, positive outlook. The chairman and vice president of corporate strategy…
Read MoreDrawn to office by history and a desire to serve
Drawn to office by history and a desire to serve It’s easy to assume that Jay Ashcroft was, as he puts it, “infected with the idea of public service at a young age.” With a last name and family pedigree as recognizable as any in Missouri political history, a move directly into the political arena…
Read MoreUpdating our efforts to draw professionals to Springfield
Updating our efforts to draw professionals to Springfield The Chamber’s economic development arm, the SBDC, has managed the Talent Attraction Initiative (TAI) for more than three years. The program is a direct response to employers’ need for additional skilled workers to meet growth demands. TAI launched in January 2014 with LiveInSpringfieldMO.com, an eye-catching digital front…
Read MoreState leaders visit Chamber to connect with members
State leaders visit Chamber to connect with members In our continued effort to serve as a Trusted Convener and an Inclusive Engager for our members, the Chamber was busy in October bringing Missouri leaders to Springfield to meet with members and offer a look at what is happening at the state level. Here’s a look…
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