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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.

February 26  |  May 21  |  August 20  |  November 19

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.

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