Why the Ozarks

What's Happening

Stay up to date on the latest news, incentives, success stories, and more happening across the Ozarks region. Scroll below and filter easily to find the info that matters most for your next move.

Regional Updates

Building Tomorrow’s Workforce Starts Today

By connecting classrooms with real-world careers, Springfield is growing a workforce pipeline aligned with business needs and long-term economic growth.

Jack Henry & Associates campus in Springfield, Missouri

Success Stories

Jack Henry & Associates: Scaling Financial Technology from Missouri

How a Springfield-based company grew to become a national leader in financial technology solutions.

Exterior of Bass Pro Shops entrance with customers entering and exiting

Success Stories

Bass Pro Shops: Building an Outdoor Retail Empire

From a small liquor store display to one of the world's largest outdoor recreation retailers.

Ribbon cutting ceremony for Vital Farms and Cold Zone

News

Cold Zone: Partnership Hatches Growth

A partnership sparks rapid growth, culminating in a $54 million state-of-the-art facility that highlights how strategic investment fuel regional economic development.

Group of people standing in front of a big noodle at Kraft manufacturing plant in Springfield, Missouri

Press Releases

Springfield MSA Named Top Location for Food Manufacturing

Springfield has been recognized as one of the nation’s top hubs for food manufacturing by Global Location Strategies.

Exterior of Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center in Springfield, Missouri

Success Stories

efactory: Launching the Next Generation of Ozarks Entrepreneurs

How a university-based startup incubator is fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.

Ariel photo of Convoy of Hope headquarters in Springfield, Missouri

Success Stories

Convoy of Hope: Global Humanitarian Impact from the Ozarks

A Springfield-based nonprofit that has grown to serve millions of people around the world.