Events for 2025
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 15- Salute to Legislators
January 31- Chamber Annual Meeting
Presented by JMARK Business Solutions
February 19 - SBDC Annual Meeting
Presented by Regent Bank
March 19 - ATHENA Award Luncheon
Presented by Penmac Staffing Services, Inc.
May 7 - SBDC Health Care Outlook
Presented by CoxHealth & Mercy Hospital Springfield Communities
May 28 - Small Business Award
Presented by Drury University
June 12 - The Network's SGForum
Presented by CoxHealth
June 17 - Chamber Summer Soirée
Presented by Paragon Architecture
August 6 - SBDC Economic Outlook
Presented by Forvis Mazars
October 3 - Ignite Conference
Presented by Simmons Bank
October 25 - Tuscany Chamber Cultural Immersion Travel Program
November 12 - Non-Profit Outlook
Presented by The Arc of the Ozarks
December 3 - SBDC Manufacturing Outlook
Presented by Simmons Bank
Date TBD - State of the State
Presented by Hartman & Co., Inc.
Good Morning, Springfield!
Presented by Forvis Mazars Private Client
All events 7:30-8:30 a.m.
January 9 - Sponsored by Good Samaritan Boys Ranch
The Library Center - 4653 S Campbell
February 6 - Sponsored by Abacus!
Allison Sports Town - 209 Airport Blvd
March 6 - Sponsored by CoxHealth
The Meyer Center - 3545 S National
April 3 - Sponsored by Guaranty Bank
DoubleTree – Glendalough Convention Center - 2431 N Glenstone
May 8 - Sponsored by Commerce Bank
Wilson Logistics Arena & Youth Ag Facility (Fairgrounds) - 3001 N Grant Ave
June 5 (State of the City) - Sponsored by OMB Bank
Evangel University – Valor Arena - 1111 N Glenstone
July 10 - Sponsored by Oasis Hotel & Convention Center
Oasis Hotel & Convention Center - 2546 N Glenstone
August 7 (State of the Schools) - Sponsored by Care to Learn
Glendale High School - 2727 S Ingram Mill Rd
September 4 - Sponsored by Foundation for Springfield Public Schools
Springfield Cardinals Training Facility - 955 E Trafficway
October 2 (State of the County) - Sponsored by Nabholz Construction Services
University Plaza Ballroom - 333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy
November 6 - Sponsored by Elliott, Robinson & Company
Relics Event Center - 2015 W Battlefield Rd
December 4 (Holiday Edition) - Sponsored by Bass Pro Shops
White River Conference Center, 600 W Sunshine St
Business After Hours
Presented by Corwin Automotive
All events 4:00-6:00 p.m.
February 13 - Sponsored by BigShots Golf
BigShots Golf - 1930 E Kearney St
March 13 - Sponsored by Ozarks Regional YMCA
Ozarks Regional YMCA - 323 N Patton Ave, Suite 201
April 10 - Sponsored by Thompson Sales Company
Thompson Sales Company - 1555 E Independence
May 15 - Sponsored by TelComm Credit Union
TelComm Credit Union - 2155 E Sunshine
June 26 - Sponsored by Fire & Ice Restaurant & Bar
Fire & Ice Restaurant & Bar - 2546 N Glenstone
July 17- Sponsored by College Station Theaters
College Station Theaters - 415 W College St
August 14 - Sponsored by Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema - 4005 South Ave
September 11 - Sponsored by Moxy Springfield Downtown
Moxy Springfield Downtown - 430 South Ave
October 9 - Sponsored by Kinetic Design and Development
Kinetic Design and Development - 2215 W Chesterfield Blvd, Suite 1
November 13 - Sponsored by Grooms Office Environments
Grooms Office Environments - 3861 South Ave
December 11 - Sponsored by Maxon Fine Jewelry
Maxon Fine Jewelry - 2850 E Battlefield, Suite 100
Maximize Your Membership
Croley Insurance & Financial, Inc
All events held at the Chamber, 202 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy
Events begin at 11:30 a.m., Lunch is provided
Designed to help attendees get the most out of their membership, this orientation serves as a starting point for new members, a refresher for long-standing members and a way for your employees to get acquainted with Chamber benefits.
Watch for more info on these events in 2025!
Biz Blitz Business Speed Networking
Presented by Springfield Sign
Biz Blitz is the Chamber's popular business speed networking event held four times a year. This fast-paced and fun but structured event can connect attendees with up to 100 others, helping them make new contacts and grow their business.
60 Minutes to Success
All events held at the Chamber, 202 S. John Q. Hammons Pkwy
Events begin at 11:30 a.m.; Lunch is provided
The Chamber holds four educational workshops each year with 50-60 attendees at each event 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.
Inside the Issues
Presented by Hahn DeBoef Government Relations
With a minimum of three events held during the year, Inside the Issues events will host elected officials and state leaders to provide policy updates and connect with Chamber members. Expected potential attendance ranges from 40-80 business and community and leaders at each session in 2025.
Public Policy Speaker Series
Presented by Hahn DeBoef Government Relations
The Public Policy Speaker Series includes a discussion with a top-level keynote speaker in an interview style format to inquire about public policy issues that impact the business community. Top level officials have included state department leaders, General Assembly leadership, statewide office holders and more.