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
60 Minutes to Success helps small business owners plan for the future
Helping small business owners strengthen their operations and plan for the future was the focus of the Chamber’s September 29 program, “Built to Last: Preparing Your Business for What’s Next.”…
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What I’m Watching: Springfield jobs, airport capacity and housing choices
October 2, 2026 Some weeks the stories line up around a common theme. This week, several of them point to the same underlying question: Is our region building the capacity…
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Community Leadership Visit: What Springfield region leaders will learn in IndyÂ
The planning for each annual Community Leadership Visit (CLV) starts with a question: what other community do we have the most to learn from in the coming year? This year’s…
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