Your Membership Investment Matters
We are grateful for your membership investment. You make it possible for the Chamber to engage and work in numerous ways to improve the business climate, to develop the workforce and attract talent, and to support job creation and business investment. We also can offer more opportunities for you to connect with one another and grow your business.
To stay in touch and accountable to you in an ongoing way, each month Chamber president Matt Morrow will update you about the many ways that "Your Membership Investment Matters."
October/November 2020
In this month's video:
Join us for the Manufacturing Outlook
Reflecting on a lifetime of education leadership
Don't miss SGForum 2020!
The Network’s CampuSGF: A Guide for College Students Living & Working in Springfield, MO (video)
2020 W. Curtis Strube Small Business Award Finalists (video)
2020 Small Business Award event (video)
Wrapping up an extraordinary Reach Campaign
September/October 2020
In this month's video:
Regional call center announces expansion into Springfield
U.S. Chamber offers an update on federal COVID relief efforts
CARES Act Relief Fund guidance for small business (video - scroll down to "Virtual Events")
Email us with questions about the status of your grant application
Public Policy Speaker Series event with Dr. Carol Taylor
Visit our Coronavirus Resource Center
YPs discuss making a difference in the community
The Network Access to the Issues: Public leadership through a crisis
Learn more about SGForum 2020!
Announcing the finalists for the 2020 Small Business Award
Join us virtually for the 2020 Small Business Award event
Learn more about The Reach Campaign
August/September 2020
In this month's video:
Nation’s largest VA lender expands into Springfield, creating 100 new jobs
Fed economist discusses pandemic’s economic impact, recovery potential
Make your voice heard on policy issues
A new look for the Chamber’s State of the State event
Join us for a COVID-19 federal policy update with a U.S. Chamber expert
Introducing our Education Resource Center for Employers
COVID-19 Toolkit for Businesses & Workplaces
The Network’s CEO Series with John Oke-Thomas
Placemaking in a Pandemic: The Network talks to Tim Rosenbury
Annual Membership Lunch: Looking ahead in a time of uncertainty
Your chance to support the Chamber through the Reach Campaign
February 2020
In this month's video:
SBDC Annual Meeting: The Springfield region is poised for greatness – with the right moves
Read the SBDC Annual Report
Acting as the voice of Springfield business in the state Capitol
Rep. Steve Lynch: Positivity and support for the military
ATHENA: An afternoon of gratitude and empowering messages
Thank you to our Legacy of Leadership sponsors
Hearing from teachers about enhancing the GO CAPS Teacher Externship
January 2020
In this month's video:
SBDC is talking about its love for Springfield
Thanking legislators for 2019, and asking for their help in 2020
The Chamber's 2020 State Legislative Agenda
Register for the ATHENA Award luncheon
Annual Meeting - Beginning a new century of Chamber history
Louis Griesemer named 2020 Springfieldian
The impact of higher education on Springfield
Chamber events for 2020
November 2019
In this month's video:
City of Springfield awarded $21 million BUILD grant
Senior officers visit Springfield to deepen relationship with Ft. Leonard Wood
Springfield to welcome soldiers ‘Home for the Holidays’ Dec. 23
Nominate someone for the ATHENA and Virginia Fry Rising Star Awards
Strategies to attract talent to your organization and the community
From SBJ - Talent Takeaways: Engaging employees in recruitment process is vital
October 2019
September 2019
August 2019
In this month's video:
Fed economist offers cautiously positive view of economy
Aviation manufacturer expands in Ozark
Learn more about the city's comprehensive planning process
Building on relationships and experience in the Missouri Senate
Welcome to our new online home!
The Network CEO Series stays all in the family
July 2019
In this month's video:
Hear about the outlook for our economy
From SBJ - Opinion: Growing population, infrastructure win in eco devo game
From SBJ - CEO Roundtable: Economic Development
Women in statewide leadership offer their perspective
Chamber hosts governor at second annual State of the State event
Celebrating midyear successes and 100 years of history, with a surprise guest
Contact me about the 2019 Reach Campaign!
Young professionals get involved in state, federal advocacy
June 2019
May 2019
In this month's video:
Legislative session brings major workforce, education success
SBJ: Opinion - 4 business takeaways from legislative session
First-year representatives offer perspectives from the Capitol
Mostly Serious receives 2019 Small Business Award
SBJ: Opinion - Don't overlook community in retention efforts
April 2019
In this month's video:
Springfield region attracts multimillion-dollar expansion from global food ingredients supplier
KY3 - Why tech companies want to move to the Ozarks
SBJ - 'Good for Growth': State report forecasts 9.5% increase in tech jobs by 2023
KOLR-10 - Courageous Conversations: Nobody's Business
A statewide effort to advocate for workforce and infrastructure
The Network takes on advocacy role at city, state level
Thank you for supporting Springfield’s streets and schools
Getting the most from your Facebook marketing dollar
A new perspective on the emerging workforce
March 2019
In this month's video:
KSMU - Springfield's economy good overall, but there are challenges
Ozarks Tonight - Attracting new businesses to Springfield
Chamber announces finalists for the 2019 Small Business Award
Parsons visit the Chamber to tout the Jobs for America's Graduates program
Honoring inspirational women through the ATHENA Award
Connecting teachers with workforce opportunities for students
February 2019
January 2019
December 2018
November 2018
October 2018
September 2018
In this month's video:
National economic strength in the near term – and local preparation for future growth
Congressman Billy Long: Making connections and tackling issues
Chattanooga highlights natural assets and focus on intentional planning
Contact me about The Reach Campaign!
LiveInSpringfieldMo.com
August 2018
In this month's video:
Chamber receives top industry award for communications
From SBJ - Opinion: Population growth key to filling talent pipeline
Reflecting on a successful session - and career - in the Capitol
Governor: Outlook is strong if we support infrastructure and workforce
Looking back at 2018 ... so far
Contact me about The Reach Campaign
The power of encouraging employee education
July 2018
June 2018
In this month's video:
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard visits Springfield
Two new projects - from the SBDC Investor Brief
A recap of the 2018 state legislative session
Mike Parson promotes the Buy Missouri initiative in Springfield
Great River Engineering receives the 2018 Small Business Award
The GO CAPS Teacher Externship program