Find out what makes the most powerful women in 417-land tick at Biz 417's B-School Breakfast Series. Network over breakfast, then gain insight on leadership, goal setting, advancing your career and entrepreneurship through a Q&A discussion with our panelists.​

Get more from your Biz 417 experience at the B-School Breakfast Series presented by Elite Automotive Group. Network with the best in the biz over breakfast, then ask influential magazine contributors your burning questions in a panel-style discussion. B-School is the second Thursday of every other month.

PANELISTS INCLUDE:

Before joining the staff at the International Association of Fairs and Expositions, Marla Calico held a variety of roles at the Ozark Empire Fair eventually leading the organization to nearly quadruple its annual revenue. Learn how to develop yourself as a leader from the president and CEO of IAFE at B-School.

Elle Feldman is the owner of two Springfield businesses, Elle's Patisserie and Lavare Day Spa. She's taking a break from making those delectable truffles to share her know-how on creating a successful small business on April 13.

After a career in private practice, lawyer Crista Hogan became the executive director of the Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association and has since turned it into a prospering organization. Get Hogan's advice on how to advance your career at B-School.

Robin Robeson has strategically planned her career from day one. At B-School, hear how the executive vice president and chief operating officer of Guaranty Bank has hustled hard to accomplish her goals and her tips for embracing your big break.