Columbia Chamber of Commerce

A change in venue isn't the only thing that's new for this year's ATHENA Awards banquet, hosted by the Women's Network of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. Brandi Huebner, chair, as well as Sarah Hudson, chair of the special events committee, join us to talk about what else attendees - yes, men are welcome - can expect to see! March 3, 2026

The Supreme Court decision that declared some recent tariffs as illegal allows businesses that paid tariffs directly to apply for kickbacks.

Commerce Bank's president urges small businesses to reassess their plans and consider creative ways to meet potential demand.

The "Boomerang" Program will roll out mid-November.

EPIC - Emerging Professionals in Columbia - is a division of Columbia Chamber of Commerce and is open to anyone between the ages of 22-40 who are looking to network with industry peers on a regular basis. Find out more from today's guests, Mimi Zug and Jazmyn Drake! August 20, 2025

Meet Small Business of the Year finalists Dan Boes and David Geurts from Taylor's Commercial Grounds Maintenance, and Nick Allen, owner of Manor Roofing & Restoration Services. Small Business Week kicks off May 5th. April 25, 2025

Meet Small Business of the Year finalists Josiah Williams and Leanne Geiss from Eclipse Catering & Events, and Enrique and Blake Fuhlage, co-owners of Show-Me Bar-B-Q Sauce. Small Business Week kicks off May 5th. April 24, 2025

Leadership Columbia is an annual, 13-session program meant to "cultivate, motivate and grow our leaders in the community," according to Class of 2025 co-chairs Jaclaisha Avant and Lisa Hussey. Find out how you can get involved in this unique opportunity on today's show! December 9, 2024

You're invited to celebrate the "heart of our community" - small businesses - at the 3rd annual Small Business Fest later this week under the MU Health Pavilion in Columbia! Today's guests, Lara Pieper and Trent Rash, tell us it'll be fun for the whole family. September 16, 2024

Meet Justina Dial, the new chair of Women's Network, a division of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce! Unfamiliar with the mission of Women's Network? Justina explains its purpose, and tells us how even non-members (and men!) can get involved, on today's show. July 31, 2024