Community Leadership Visit 2021 – Springfield
In 2021, we are making our 27th Community Leadership Visit. Past trips have been successful catalysts for some of the Springfield region's most exciting community and economic development projects.
This year's program will, of course, be different than most in that we are "visiting" our own community. While we won't be leaving Springfield, this year's CLV provides an opportunity to reflect on our strengths and progress in recent years, as well as to take a fresh look at the issues we continue to face as a community.
Trip Details
Restaurant Options
Thursday Lunch Options:
Community Immersion Activities
During Thursday afternoon's "Community Immersion" experience, you'll have the opportunity to choose one of a number of offerings. We're partnering with the team at 37 North Expeditions to offer a wide range of outdoor experiences. Click here to learn more about the options that are available.
In addition, you could also select an indoor experience, including an afternoon at Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium or visiting the History Museum on the Square. If you haven't yet experienced these community assets, now is your chance!
James River Kayaking
Lake Springfield Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
Beginner Mountain Biking
Greenway Bike Ride
Guided Beginner Hike
Greenway Walk
Beginner Yoga in the Park
Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium
History Museum on the Square
Time On Your Own
Hotel & Venue Information
Useful Links
Springfield in the News
From Forbes - Road Trip or Relocate? Check Out These Artisan Communities In N.C., N.Y., And Missouri
From SBJ - Opinion: Workforce struggles highlight quality of place value
From Biz 417 - How Tim Rosenbury is Redefining the Public Space
From Self - The Best-Paying Cities for Minorities
From SBJ - Opinion: Why I choose Springfield as a remote worker
From Biz 417 - Why Not Here? How Placemaking Efforts Could Spark Growth in Springfield
From SBJ - Survey says: Majority prefer new Springfield flag design
From Biz 417 - Building the Future with the Springfield Art Museum
From SBJ - Policy changes fuel Republic real estate growth, officials say
From Ozarks Public Television - Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce-History & Legacy
From SBJ - City selects design-build team for Grant Avenue Parkway
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Grooms Office Environments
Mercy Hospital Springfield Communities
Pinnacle Sign
Sapp Design Architects
Snyder Construction Group
Additional Sponsors
Ameriprise Financial
Amprod Holdings, LLC
Bryan Properties
Central Bank/Central Trust Company
City Utilities
Cochran Engineering
Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Convoy of Hope
CoxHealth
Guaranty Bank
JVIC/The efactory at Missouri State University
nForm Architecture
Old Missouri Bank
Ollis / Akers / Arney Insurance & Business Advisors
Ozarks Technical Community College
Paragon Architecture
Show Me Christian County
Springfield Art Museum
Springfield-Branson National Airport
Springfield-Greene County Health Department