Our Mission
Our mission is to serve as the leading advocate for business, catalyst for economic growth and champion for the enhanced quality of life throughout the Springfield region.
Helping businesses connect, grow and shape Springfield's future
The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce supports more than 1,500 members through advocacy, economic development, workforce initiatives and meaningful business connections.
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IGNITE Leadership Conference
Join us at the IGNITE Leadership Conference for a dynamic, half-day professional development experience designed to inspire and empower business leaders, small business owners, community leaders, and young professionals.
60 Minutes to Success | Child Care Works
Join us to learn how Child Care Works helps employers support working families through affordable child care benefits.
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"The Chamber's most meaningful impact can be as a catalyst for growth, innovation, and progress."
Brian Hammons
President, Hammons Black Walnuts
"The Chamber's biggest value is truly bringing people together. The Chamber is nothing without our members."
Carl Kicklighter
Construction Manager, Gold Mechanical
"Being the bold voice for business growth, for economic development, is the primary reason for the Chamber. The Chamber is here and supporting our community."
Christian Lewis
Regional President, Simmons Bank
Chamber News
Takeaways from the 2026 Economic Outlook
The Ozarks economy is outpacing state and national growth, but housing and workforce will decide how far it carries. Takeaways from the 2026 Economic Outlook.
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Two ribbon cuttings, and the work behind them
Springfield had two ribbon cuttings to celebrate in July. Keep Supply opened its new downtown headquarters, and Genie Recon marked an expansion on East Pythian Street. Two different companies, two…
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Educators step into the workplace
In July, 41 educators from across the region left their classrooms for four days to see where their students might end up. Through the Springfield Chamber’s 2026 Teacher Externship program,…
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