Springfield, Missouri The Official Economic Development Site for the Springfield Metro Region

Upcoming Events

Throughout the year, the SBDC holds special events designed to keep investors informed about economic development activity, highlight emerging trends, and foster connections among investors and community leaders.

2021 Events

Health Care Outlook
February 23, 2021

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SBDC Annual Meeting
June 16, 2021

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Economic Outlook
August 18, 2021
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Manufacturing Outlook
December 8, 2021
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2020 Event Recaps

SBDC Annual Meeting:
Chamber recap>
Springfield News-Leader recap>
Springfield Business Journal recap >

Economic Outlook:
Chamber recap >
Springfield Business Journal recap >

Manufacturing Outlook:
Chamber recap>

2019 Event Recaps

SBDC Annual Meeting:
Chamber recap >

Health Care Outlook:
Chamber recap >

Economic Outlook:
Chamber recap > 
How population drives economic growth > 
SBJ: Fed economist: Recession unlikely to arrive in 2019 >

Manufacturing Outlook:
Chamber recap >
SBJ: Industry leaders certain of growth, but how much and when remain cloudy >