The Network for Springfield's Young Professionals

12/15/2025

The City of Springfield has launched a brief resident survey to gather community feedback on next steps for the proposed convention and event center following the November election. Input from residents and regular voters will help City leadership understand priorities, questions, and concerns as they evaluate potential adjustments and determine what information the community needs moving forward.

The anonymous survey will remain open through December 19. Results will be shared with City Council to inform future decisions. Click below to take the survey!

https://cityofsgf.questionpro.com/a/TakeSurvey?tt=8dFKUrHJ/toECHrPeIW9eQ%3D%3D

12/15/2025

There’s still time to complete the Session Speaker form! 😊

✨ SESSION SPEAKER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! ✨
Are you ready to share bold ideas, spark conversations, and amplify impact? SGForum 2026 is all about elevating Springfield’s young professionals, and we want YOU to help lead the way!

📍 June 25, 2026 | Springfield, MO
📅 Apply Nov. 19 – Jan. 05, 2026
📢 Speakers announced Jan. 30, 2026

This is your chance to take the stage at Springfield’s premier YP event and inspire the next wave of leaders.

🔗 Apply now – link is below!
https://springfieldareachambermodules.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Form/Fill/rZmwxSnL

12/11/2025

Network members wrapped up the year with curiosity and fun! 🌟 Our final Living in SGF event took place Friday at the Discovery Center, where members explored hands-on exhibits and discovered what makes this non-profit such a unique science center. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this incredible series, we can’t wait to see you in 2026!

Thank you to Discovery Center Springfield for hosting us, and to Downtown Springfield for being this year's Living in SGF Series Presenting Sponsor!

12/05/2025

What a great way to start our weekend! 😊

We'd like to thank The Network for Springfield's Young Professionals for coming out to see what the Discovery Center does and how they can change their community!

11/24/2025

We’re still reminiscing about our Holiday Soiree last week! ✨ It was such a joy to celebrate the season and the incredible accomplishments of our members. From honoring Leadership Council members who completed their first term to recognizing our Superlative winners, the evening was full of good vibes.

Thank you to OMB Bank for being this year’s Annual Program Presenting Sponsor!

11/21/2025

What a year for The Network! 🎉 Last night, we had the chance to come together and celebrate an incredible 2025. This year we welcomed over 100 new members and connected with more than 400 attendees at SGForum, our biggest yet! Here’s to building even stronger connections in 2026. Happy Holidays from all of us at The Network!

Thank you OMB Bank for being this years Annual Program Presenting Sponsor. 💙💚

11/19/2025

✨ SESSION SPEAKER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! ✨
Are you ready to share bold ideas, spark conversations, and amplify impact? SGForum 2026 is all about elevating Springfield’s young professionals, and we want YOU to help lead the way!

📍 June 25, 2026 | Springfield, MO
📅 Apply Nov. 19 – Jan. 05, 2026
📢 Speakers announced Jan. 30, 2026

This is your chance to take the stage at Springfield’s premier YP event and inspire the next wave of leaders.

🔗 Apply now – link is below!
https://springfieldareachambermodules.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Form/Fill/rZmwxSnL

11/13/2025

The Network wrapped up this year’s Civic Engagement Series with a visit to Good Samaritan Boys Ranch! 🌞 Learning how their team is making a HUGE impact in the lives of kids and young adults was truly inspiring. Thank you to everyone who joined us to learn how this organization is strengthening our community and asked great questions about getting involved!

Thank you OMB Bank for being this years Annual Program Presenting and thank you Good Samaritan Boys Ranch for hosting us and sharing your mission!

11/03/2025

Thank you to Oasis Hotel & Conv. Center, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member for hosting The Network’s final Social of the year! We wrapped up the season in style by enjoying the beautiful atrium, great company, and an epic nacho and dessert bar. 🤤 It was the perfect way to close out our Social series this year. Shout out to OMB Bank for being this year’s Annual Presenting Program sponsor! 💙

10/23/2025

Watch the video to hear about a FEW of the local boards and commissions YOU can join! 👀

This is just a snippet of what Network members learned at our most recent Civic Engagement event. The conversation focused on how to get involved in the community through local boards, commissions, and councils. Our panelists did a fantastic job breaking down common stigmas around public service and highlighting the powerful impact your voice can have when you care and speak up. 🗣️

A big thank-you to our Presenting Annual Program Sponsor, OMB Bank, for making events like this possible! And shoutout to our incredible panelists — Callie Carroll-Swaffoes ,Ryan Morris, Layne Austin Hunton, and the wonderful Cora Scott! 💫

10/17/2025

We wrapped up this year’s Local Leadership Series with a bang and someone truly amazing: Stephanie O’Connor! 🎉

Her story is fueled by heart, hustle, and pride in the Springfield community. We loved getting to know the impact she’s making right here in the Ozarks. Her journey to becoming the leader she is today is just as inspiring! 🤩

Thanks for following along with us this year, and even more thanks to our Series Presenting Sponsor Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks, and Annual Program Presenting Sponsor OMB Bank.

10/15/2025

🌰🍂 It’s National Black Walnut Month. Black Walnuts are more than just a bold earthy flavor found in your favorite ice creams and baked goods, they’re a symbol of tradition, sustainability, and community! Since 1946, Hammons Products Company in Stockton Missouri, the Black Walnut Capital of the World, has been shelling millions of pounds of wild Black Walnuts each year. From kitchen creations to industrial innovations and a legacy of community involvement, the Hammons family continues to honor a mission that’s as rich as the nut itself. Led by third generation president Brian Hammons, the company continues to honor its roots while looking toward the future by “Connecting People and Creating Memories with the Natural Goodness of Black Walnuts.”

Read more by checking out the Hammons Products Business Spotlight here: https://thenetworkspringfield.com/october-business-spotlight-hammons-black-walnuts-the-bold-wild-walnut-3/