Posts Tagged ‘advocacy’
Governor: Outlook is strong if we support infrastructure and workforce
Governor: Outlook is strong if we support infrastructure and workforce Gov. Mike Parson received a warm southwest Missouri welcome when he took the stage August 1 as the keynote speaker for the Chamber’s inaugural State of the State event at White River Conference Center. His message to more than 400 people in attendance was clear:…
Read MoreHelp the Chamber shape its legislative agenda
Help the Chamber shape its legislative agenda The Chamber is always looking for ways to help connect its members with decision makers in local, state and federal government. Members of our public affairs team were in the state Capitol throughout the 2018 legislative session, advocating with lawmakers on your behalf. Even though the session is…
Read MoreYPs talk about public service
YPs talk about public service The Springfield region likes to talk with great pride about its willingness to give young professionals a “seat at the table” – a chance to be heard, to be involved in the decision-making process and shape their own future. On July 18, three YPs who have already decided to get…
Read MoreReflecting on a successful session – and career – in the Capitol
Reflecting on a successful session – and career – in the Capitol Sen. Jay Wasson is no stranger to Springfield or the Chamber. In his 16 years serving in the Missouri General Assembly – eight years in the House followed by eight years in the Senate – he has been a strong advocate for a…
Read MoreCelebrating a successful legislative session
Celebrating a successful legislative session The Springfield Metro Partnership’s biennial Legislative Thank You Luncheon is a unique opportunity for members of the partnership to celebrate successes of a legislative session and thank lawmakers for the work they did in Jefferson City during the previous legislative session. As the group gathered in the atrium of Missouri…
Read MoreFor Governor Parson, a new start with a familiar focus
For Governor Parson, a new start with a familiar focus In his first visit to the Chamber as the state’s new governor, Mike Parson met with business, education and community leaders to talk about the importance of investing in infrastructure and workforce training – and maintaining a spirit of cooperation between city and state leaders.…
Read MoreComplex legislative session sees numerous Chamber priorities cross finish line
Complex legislative session sees numerous Chamber priorities cross finish line The Missouri Legislature wrapped up its second regular session of the 99th General Assembly on May 18th. In a tough session with many distractions, House and Senate leadership were keenly focused on passing critical legislation, resulting in one of the more productive sessions for Missouri’s…
Read MoreEncouraging Missourians to buy local
Encouraging Missourians to buy local When Missouri’s then-Lieutentant Governor, Mike Parson, and his wife went shopping during a recent trip to Vermont, they were struck by how intentional the Green Mountain State is about branding its locally made products. “It’s very ‘in your face.’ They’re very intentional about telling you what is made locally,” Parson…
Read MoreYoung professionals make their voices heard in Jefferson City
Young professionals make their voices heard in Jefferson City On April 11, members of The Network for Young Professionals took the opportunity to engage with key state legislative leaders in Jefferson City during their second-ever lobby day to the state Capitol. Network members met with multiple members of the southwest Missouri legislative delegation and the…
Read MorePreventing and addressing fraud in international organizations
Preventing and addressing fraud in international organizations It’s hard to argue with the fact that technology has improved efficiencies and made our jobs easier every day. But that technology also opens the door for businesses to become the victims of potential fraud and embezzlement – and the problem goes beyond major, high-profile targets such as…
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