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.
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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 …
Did your business experience supply chain issues due to the pandemic? Jeff Eiserman, senior risk advisor with Ollis/Akers/Arney, talks about the causes and what effect COVID-19 continues to have on …
Elizabeth Hurst, business development manager with HR Advantage, says while people are ready to move on, the pandemic is still affecting the workforce. She says adaptability and innovation have …
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Taj Suleyman is scheduled to start May 17 at City Hall.
Thursday, April 29
Public comment will follow the selection of a development team.
Thursday, April 29
The March jobless figure is 3.6%, according to the BLS.
Monday, April 26
City program initially targets north-side neighborhoods.
Wednesday, April 21
The Convention & Visitors Bureau estimates 2,400 less workers than prior to the pandemic.
Tuesday, April 20
The median pay, adjusted for cost of living, is $51,804, according to Self Financial.
Tuesday, April 20
Two new members join the city of Springfield’s governing board.
Monday, April 19
Newsmakers in the areas of accounting, architecture, banking & finance, economic development, education and health care.
Tuesday, April 13
The downtown Springfield project is slated for completion in early 2022.
Monday, April 12
SBJ Publisher Jennifer Jackson calls on business leaders to share insights and forecasts through the 2021 Economic Growth Survey.
