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New jobs, larger footprint for SRC Logistics
New jobs, larger footprint for SRC Logistics SRC Logistics, Inc., a subsidiary of employee-owned SRC Holdings Corporation, is expanding within its Springfield facility, creating up to 50 new jobs with competitive benefits. After winning a major client contract, the company is investing $700,000 in capital and utilizing 140,000 square feet of space at its East…
Read MoreTroubled by the new overtime rule?
Troubled by the new overtime rule? By now you likely have heard of the U.S. Department of Labor’s action this week to reclassify millions of formerly exempt employees to non-exempt status. The DOL’s new rule requires employers to pay overtime to salaried managers who earn less than $47,500 per year, doubling the previous threshold of…
Read MoreWhat’s the Chamber doing for you in Jefferson City?
What’s the Chamber doing for you in Jefferson City? The 2016 Missouri legislative session ends May 13, and the Chamber has worked since January to advocate for the priorities of business: testifying on legislation, speaking one-on-one with legislators, and leading stakeholder visits, just to name a few. It’s vital that elected officials consider business needs…
Read MoreTeacher externship program gears up for Year Two
Teacher externship program gears up for Year Two Teachers have a difficult job preparing students for the working world that awaits them after graduation. It’s a combination of making students aware of the opportunities available and teaching the skills they need to take advantage of those opportunities. But to do that, teachers need to know…
Read MoreWe’re on the right track to encourage business expansion
We’re on the right track to encourage business expansion Economic developers are taking the temperature of Springfield and Missouri to determine their health as nurturers of growth, and what they’re finding is good news. Chamber economic development staff took part in a recent presentation on results of a survey on business expansion. The survey by…
Read MoreChamber announces 2016 Small Business Award recipient
Chamber announces 2016 Small Business Award recipient During its annual event on May 4, the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce announced Interactive Dynamics, LLC as the recipient of the 2016 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award. The technology company was selected by a panel of independent judges from a group of finalists that included Club Management Services, Lew’s…
Read MoreJoin Us for the 2016 Small Business Award
Join Us for the 2016 Small Business Award Five area businesses will be honored on May 4 as finalists for the 2016 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award. Here’s a look at this year’s honorees: Club Management Services, LLC is a comprehensive club and association administrative business. It offers professional services including board support, attendance tracking,…
Read MoreMoDOT director visits Springfield
MoDOT director visits Springfield Patrick McKenna, the new director of the Missouri Department of Transportation, made his first official visit to Springfield April 13 to offer a view of the transportation landscape in the Show-Me State. In a presentation at the Chamber, he said the funding picture is not as dire as it had been…
Read MoreYear in Review – 2015
Year in Review – 2015 The Chamber works hard every day to help create growth, advocate for our members, create connections and develop our workforce. This video offers a look at some of our biggest accomplishments in each of these areas in 2015. Supported by BKD CPAs & Advisors
Read MoreConnecting members with decision makers
Connecting members with decision makers An important aspect of the Chamber’s mission is facilitating connections—between business owners but also between members and decision makers at local, state and national levels March was a good month for making connections, as two state legislators visited the Springfield Chamber offices to offer their views of state-level progress and listen…
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