Governor Parson highlights infrastructure and workforce investments at 2023 State of the State
Governor Parson highlights infrastructure and workforce investments at 2023 State of the State Speaking to a sold-out crowd at Missouri State University’s Great Southern Bank Arena, Governor Mike Parson outlined significant investments and historic statewide successes in infrastructure, workforce development, education, and more at the Chamber’s annual State of the State on July 27. The Governor…
Read MoreAttorney General Andrew Bailey discusses new role as the State’s chief legal official
Attorney General Andrew Bailey discusses new role as the State’s chief legal official Attorney General Andrew Bailey joined Chamber members on July 6 for a conversation about his new role as the state’s chief legal official and lessons learned throughout his professional career. This event was the second installment of the 2023 Public Policy Speaker…
Read MoreMissouri Department of Corrections Director Updates on Reentry 2030 National Initiative
Missouri Department of Corrections Director Updates on Reentry 2030 National Initiative Missouri Department of Corrections Director Anne Precythe and Division of Rehabilitative Services Director Valarie Moseley visited the Chamber on June 29 to provide an update on the department’s workforce development efforts, including the launch of Reentry 2030. This program is a, “national initiative that…
Read MoreThanking our members and volunteer leaders
Thanking our members and volunteer leaders At the Chamber’s recent Member Appreciation Celebration, we were able to thank our members for their continued support of the Chamber along with providing a mid-year strategic progress accountability report. We heard from a panel of volunteer leaders about why they are willing to invest their time, talent and…
Read MoreChamber’s growth continues with multiple key positions filled
Leadership Team Grows Two executives join the Chamber team and a third is named acting VP. The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of two key leadership positions and names acting Vice President of Public Affairs. Dean Thompson will take on the role of executive director of regionalism and economic…
Read MoreNavigating cannabis legalization in the workplace
Navigating cannabis legalization in the workplace The Chamber recently hosted the latest edition of the 2023 60 Minutes to Success series, focusing on the topic of cannabis in the workplace. The event included a policy overview from attorney Steven Doerdoff of the Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation and a panel discussion moderated by Shari Reaves…
Read MoreInspiring the next generation of leaders in the Springfield region
Inspiring the next generation of leaders in the Springfield region At the 2023 edition of SGForum, presented on June 23 by The Network for Springfield’s Young Professionals, the focus was inspiring, empowering, and engaging young professionals through meaningful opportunities for professional development and community engagement. More than 330 YPs, the largest crowd to ever attend…
Read MoreCelebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings
Celebrating member milestones with ribbon cuttings Every day, the Chamber works to help businesses grow and thrive. And one of the things we love most is when we have the opportunity to help those organizations commemorate significant achievements – grand openings, anniversaries, new facilities, and more. June was a great month for this type of…
Read MoreStudents Go to Work Program
Students Go to Work Program Are you on the hunt for talented employees? Are you contemplating what your workforce will look like five to ten years from now? Who will those future employees be, and how do we get students to explore the careers you offer in high-demand occupations now? It’s simple and we need…
Read MoreChamber hires for three positions
Chamber hires for three positions The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce three recent hires to help better serve our members and the business community at large – Kendra Bollinger is the graphic design and creative project manager, Katie Cartwright is the talent retention coordinator and Evander Gonzalez is the research coordinator.…
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