Posts Tagged ‘advocacy’
Springfield MSA named a top U.S. location for food manufacturing
Springfield MSA named a top U.S. location for food manufacturing FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 28, 2025 Springfield, Mo. — Springfield has been recognized as one of the nation’s top hubs for food manufacturing, earning a spot in the Top 25 nationally and Top 5 in the West North Central region in the Global Location Strategies…
Read MoreMissouri Economic Development Director Hataway emphasizes the state’s growth opportunities
Missouri Economic Development Director Hataway emphasizes the state’s growth opportunities Missouri Department of Economic Development Director Michelle Hataway brought a message of optimism to Springfield on August 13, outlining opportunities for statewide growth through workforce readiness, emerging industries and regional partnerships at the Chamber’s Public Policy Speaker Series. Hataway was first appointed department director by…
Read MoreChamber Board endorses lodging ballot measure to fund regional convention and event center
Chamber Board endorses lodging ballot measure to fund regional convention and event center FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 20, 2025 The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted on Monday, Aug. 18, to endorse the City of Springfield’s Nov. 4 ballot measure to increase the lodging tax by 3 percent. The measure is expected…
Read MoreSpringfield Chamber’s Economic Outlook Highlights National Trends and Local Strength
Springfield Chamber’s Economic Outlook Highlights National Trends and Local Strength The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Kathleen Navin, CBE, Senior Economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, as the featured speaker for SBDC Economic Outlook on August 6. Hosted by the Springfield Chamber’s economic development arm, Springfield Business Development Corporation (SBDC), the…
Read MoreGovernor Kehoe outlines priorities for Missouri’s future in first State of the State address as Governor
Governor Kehoe outlines priorities for Missouri’s future in first State of the State address as Governor Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe joined the Springfield Chamber on July 28 for the 2025 State of the State event, reflecting on his first year in office and outlining his administration’s vision for the future of Missouri. In front of…
Read MoreEducation, childcare, and community investment drove Rep. Fogle’s 2025 legislative priorities
Education, childcare, and community investment drove Rep. Fogle’s 2025 legislative priorities The Springfield Chamber welcomed State Representative Betsy Fogle (District 135) for an Inside the Issues conversation highlighting her priorities and key takeaways from the 2025 Regular and Special Legislative Sessions. Fogle, who represents northeast Springfield and serves as the ranking minority member on the…
Read MoreInside the Issues: Navigating Proposition A
Inside the Issues: Navigating Proposition A Navigating Proposition A: Compliance Strategies and Insights for Employers On February 27, 2025, the Springfield Chamber of Commerce hosted Inside the Issues: Navigating Proposition A – Compliance & Implementation Insights, with a panel of experts aimed at helping local businesses navigate the upcoming changes under Proposition A. The panel…
Read MoreYoung professionals get involved in state, federal advocacy
Young professionals get involved in state, federal advocacy Filler text here. Supported by BKD CPAs & Advisors
Read MoreWomen in statewide leadership offer their perspective
Women in statewide leadership offer their perspective Just a few years ago, if you asked Sandy Crawford about her political ambitions, you might have gotten a quizzical look. “If you told me 10 or 15 years ago that I’d be here today, I’d have said you’re crazy,” said Crawford, a 30-year veteran of the banking…
Read MoreStrengthening our connection with Fort Leonard Wood
Strengthening our connection with Fort Leonard Wood Hospitality, partnership, and collaboration. This was the focus of the day and the key takeaways for attendees on the Chamber’s day-trip to Fort Leonard Wood. On July 9, Chamber members spent the day touring the vast army base strengthen the collaborative partnership between Ft. Wood and the Springfield…
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