Events for 2023
Chamber initiatives, programs and events are meant to help make Springfield a great place to do business. We're working to increase opportunities for businesses of every size to succeed – and to grow jobs, our workforce and investment in the region. Read below to find out just some of the work we've been doing on behalf our members and the business community.
Signature Events
January 25 - Salute to Legislators
January 27 - Chamber Annual Meeting
Presented by JMARK Business Solutions
February 22 - SBDC Annual Meeting
Presented by Central Bank/Central Trust Company
March 22 - ATHENA Award Luncheon
Presented by Penmac Staffing Services, Inc.
May 10 - Small Business Award
Presented by Biz 417
May 24 - SBDC Health Care Outlook
Presented by CoxHealth & Mercy Hospital Springfield
June 23 - The Network's SGForum
Presented by CoxHealth Recruitment Department
June 28 - Member Appreciation Celebration
July 27 - State of the State
Presented by Hartman & Co., Inc.
August 16 - SBDC Economic Outlook
Presented by FORVIS Private Client
August 11 & 12 - First Responders Appreciation
Presented by Rick's Automotive
November 2 - Fall Golf Classic
Presented by Big Cedar Lodge
December 6 - SBDC Manufacturing Outlook
Presented by Simmons Bank
Good Morning, Springfield!
Presented by FORVIS Private Client
All events 7:30-8:30 a.m.
January 5 - Sponsored by The Barely House at Moon Town Crossing
The Barely House at Moon Town Crossing, 3060 N. Kentwood Ave.
February 2 - Sponsored by Foundation for Springfield Public Schools
University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, 333 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway
March 2 - Sponsored by The Bank of Missouri
Second Baptist Church, 3111 E. Battlefield
April 6 - Sponsored by Nabholz Construction Services
White River Conference Center, 600 W. Sunshine St.
May 11 - Sponsored by Paddio
DoubleTree by Hilton, 2431 N. Glenstone Ave.
June 1 (State of the City) - Sponsored by Old Missouri Bank
Evangel University, 1111 N. Glenstone Ave.
July 6 - Sponsored by Commerce Bank
Ozark Empire Fair, 3001 N. Grant Ave.
August 3 (State of the Schools) - Sponsored by Whataburger
Jarrett Middle School, 906 W. Portland
September 7 - Sponsored by Elliott, Robinson & Company, LLP CPAs
DoubleTree by Hilton, 2431 N. Glenstone Ave.
October 5 (State of the County) - Sponsored by Snyder Construction Group
Hill City Church - NEW BUILDING, 2050 E. Trafficway
November 2 - Sponsored by Pinnacle Sign Group-A Full Service Sign Co.
Oasis Hotel & Convention Center, 2546 N. Glenstone Ave.
December 7 - Sponsored by Bass Pro Shops
White River Conference Center, 600 W. Sunshine St.
Business After Hours
Presented by Volt Credit Union
All events 4:00-6:00 p.m.
February 9 - Sponsored by Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium, 500 W. Sunshine St.
March 9 - Sponsored by Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, 4005 South Avenue
April 13 - Sponsored by Corwin Ford of Springfield
Corwin Chrysler Dodge Jeep FIAT, 3306 East Kearney
May 18 - Sponsored by Old Missouri Bank
Old Missouri Bank, 3110 S. Delaware
June 8 - Sponsored by Anderson Engineering, Inc.
Anderson Engineering, Inc., 3213 S. West Bypass
July 13 - Sponsored by Hotel Vandivort
Hotel Vandivort, 305 E. Walnut
August 10 - Sponsored by Ozark Event Center
Ozarks Event Center, 842 Guin Rd.
September 14 - Sponsored by Finley Farms
Finley Farms, 699 N. 4th St.
October 12 - Sponsored by Magers Management Co., I, LP
Iron Grain District, 2510 S. State Hwy MM
November 9 - Sponsored by Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard, 219 W. Olive St.
Watch for these events in 2023! Dates to be announced.
Maximize Your Membership
Presented by Croley Insurance & Financial
All events held at the Chamber, 202 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy
Events begin at 11:30 a.m., Lunch is provided
If your business is new to the Chamber, or you've recently joined a member company, this event is designed to help you learn how to best utilize your membership. You'll meet new contacts and learn how to connect with the Chamber's 25,000+ social media followers.
February 15
May 31
August 30
November 29
60 Minutes to Success Business Workshops
Presented by Mediacom Business
All events held at the Chamber, 202 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy
Events begin at 11:30 a.m.; Lunch is provided
Join us for a lunch & learn style workshop designed to help small businesses grow. This educational series for business owners is hosted by the Chamber's Small Business Council, who will plan the programming. The sessions are topic-specific and designed to provide tools, education and resources to help business owners improve their operations. They are hosted by a variety of speakers who will present topics on the top trends and issues related to small business.
Biz Blitz
Presented by Mid-West Family Broadcast Group
Locations TBD
Join us for the Chamber's popular speed business networking event. Attending Biz Blitz will help you meet new people and make new connections faster!
March 14 (4pm - 6pm) - Sponsored by Big Shots
June 13 (7:30am - 9:30am) - Sponsored by Penmac Staffing Services, Inc.
September 19 (4pm - 6pm)
November 14 (4pm - 6pm)