Andy Clay had an eerie feeling coming into this spring. This past winter, federal officials began telling farmers to expect high water on the Missouri
Data Dive
Data Dive: An investment in our future
By Nick Hartman Research and development spending is critical to our state’s economic future. Fortunately, Missouri’s private businesses and universities have made our state a
Focus on Growth
A Top Agriculture Commodity: Data
For decades, companies have been collecting data to improve their brand and connect better with consumers. Computers and the internet have blazed a trail for
Workforce & Diversity
Strength in Generations: The many benefits of age diversity in the workplace
Today’s workforce spans five generations — which can be a recipe for conflict when each generation comes to work with different worldviews, values and communication
Celebrating Missouri-made Food
Treats with a twist: A tasty tradition is kept alive at Gus’ Pretzel Shop in St. Louis
The savory smell of fresh-baked goods wafts over customers the moment they open the door of Gus’ Pretzel Shop in St. Louis’ Benton Park neighborhood.
An Explosive Issue
Data Dive: Revisiting Missouri’s Broadband status
Around this time last year, we took a close look at Missouri’s broadband ranking and the many ongoing efforts to deploy more high-speed internet across
Online Economy
The Gig Life
Back in 2004, Mark Steiner ran a Springfield-based talent booking agency. He made a living finding gigs for big national artists and other well-known performers. But
Legal issues
US Supreme Court Reaffirms Favor for Arbitration
The United States Arbitration Act, which is more commonly referred to as the Federal Arbitration Act, turned 93 years old in February of this year.
HR Update
Minimizing workplace conflict in a divisive political climate
Political discussions in the workplace can be divisive and distracting — perhaps now more than ever, considering today’s particularly volatile political climate.
Missouri Business 