Steve Williams, owner of Crosstown Barbecue, talks about how Springfield has changed over the years. He says he’s seen a growth in industry and the need to adapt and change to growing markets. Crosstown Barbecue celebrates its 51st year in 2021.
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Jessica Burkland, a Missouri State University business instructor in the Department of Management, talks about small business start-up trends in a post-pandemic year. Burkland, who owns Activate Consulting & Training and volunteers as a small business mentor for SCORE of Southwest Missouri, says startups that offer new services and products to help people work from home or that enhance mental health could find greater success.
Elizabeth Hurst, business development manager at HR Advantage, says we do see fewer women in the workforce today than before the pandemic. Hurst says many women want more flexible work environments and that is one way employers can capture the female labor force.
Emily Laurie, owner of Onie and Sky, says leveraging deals with online influencers has paid off well for her company. She gravitates toward online communities with missions and brands that she loves and works with them to sell her product. Laurie says she does most of her advertising on social media.
John Lopez, managing member at Old Route 66 Dispensary, talks through the Dispensary’s decisions to manufacture and transport its own goods. Lopez says the ultimate goal is to cut the cost of their product by around 30-50%. John Lopez is a Springfield Business Journal 2020 12 People You Need to Know.
Molly McCleary, owner and farmer of Maypop Flower Farm, says she’s seen edible flowers used many ways in different areas of the country. McCleary was initially contacted by several bakers, but says …
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Missouri posts ninth-lowest expenses nationwide during the first quarter.
Thursday, June 17
Over 1,000 jobs are generated by announced projects.
Wednesday, June 16
A new VP of marketing and events is brought on to replace Audrey Pauls.
Wednesday, June 16
Roughly $1.7 million is directed to the Springfield area.
Monday, June 14
Longtime Director Jerald Andrews is grooming his successor as some 50 events get underway for annual golf fundraiser.
Monday, June 14
The two-day service is set to appear this week at Park Central Square.
Monday, June 14
After a year in business locally, Chameleon Cuisine signs on for former Aviary space downtown.
Friday, June 11
Forums return to in-person format beginning July 14.
Wednesday, June 9
The former Health Department leader is honored for his work during the pandemic.
