About
COMO Magazine is Columbia, Missouri’s premier lifestyle publication, celebrating the people, places, and experiences that define our vibrant community. Each monthly issue offers a curated look at local life — from the latest in dining, health, and wellness to inspiring stories of community leaders, artists, and everyday residents making an impact. With a strong focus on culture, connection, and Columbia pride, COMO Magazine is where the city comes to tell its story.
COMO Advisory Board
We take pride in representing our community well, and we couldn’t do what we do without our COMO Magazine advisory board. Thank You!
Alissa Welschmeyer
Founder and Owner
Olive Tree Design Build
Anne Tegerdine
Physician Recruiter
Boone Health
Breck Dumas
Owner
Affinity Office Furniture
Candace Hulsizer
Owner
Black Tea Bookshop
Sam Fleury
Chief Strategic Communications Officer
Columbia College
Laura Scheffler Johnson
Writer, Poet, Editor
Emily Dunlap Burnham
Principal Investigator and Owner
Missouri Investigative Group
Tootie Burns
Artist and Treasurer
North Village Art District
Chris Horn
Principal Treaty Reinsurance Underwriter
American Family Insurance
Sydney Olsen
Director of Marketing and Public Relations
Central Bank of Boone County
Laura Schemel
Director of Marketing and Communications
MU Health Care
Art Smith
Author & Musician
Almost Retired
Megan Steen
Chief Operating Officer, Central Region
Burrell Behavioral Health
Nathan Todd
Business Services Officer
First State Community Bank
Casey Twidwell
Community Engagement Manager
Heart of Missouri CASA
Wende Wagner
Development Manager
DeafLEAD