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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Upcoming Chamber Events
November Good Morning, Springfield!
Jumpstart your month with Good Morning, Springfield! — the Chamber’s monthly networking breakfast that brings together over 350 business leaders and professionals.
Inside the Issues
Join Chamber members on Monday, November 9, from 4:00-5:00 p.m. for an Inside the Issues conversation exploring Forward 44, a major initiative focused on improving and modernizing Interstate 44 (I-44), a critical transportation corridor connecting Springfield and Southwest Missouri to the broader region.
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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
Employers Help 875 Students Explore Careers
Building the region’s future workforce starts well before a student fills out a job application. It starts with helping young people understand the opportunities around them and how what they’re…
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The Network’s Civic Engagement Series: Chad Carleton on Scaling Good Company
On Wednesday, Oct. 21, The Network’s Civic Engagement Series featured Chad Carleton, founder and CEO of Good Company, for a conversation on scaling a business, leading through rapid growth and…
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What I’m Watching: Building codes, housing supply and our energy future
October 16, 2026 I’ve been struck this week by how much of our region’s long-term competitiveness depends on decisions about how we build, where people live, whether reliable power is…
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