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Month: June 2020
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The End of an Era at EY: Debra von Storch Says ‘Hello’ to Her Next Chapter
by Quincy Preston | Jun 30, 2020
The longtime EY Partner and Americas Entrepreneur Of The Year Leader calls it “Re-Wirement.” Because saying goodbye is too hard.
by Alex Edwards |
Jun 30, 2020
Todd Interests and East Quarter Partners donated $1M to Parks for Downtown Dallas for its fourth urban park. Once complete, Harwood Park will connect the East Quarter District, the Dallas Farmers Market District, and the Downtown core.
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by Gloria Salinas, Managing Director, Economic Development, DRC |
Jun 30, 2020
During the pandemic, Carrillo and his team have had to make changes to the way Dallas-headquartered Arcosa functions to manage its manufacturing operations in multiple countries. Here, he details some of the company's best practices.
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by Chantal Canales |
Jun 30, 2020
The ongoing pandemic is expected to widen the ‘summer slide’ of children’s learning loss over summer break, but Istation hopes to decrease COVID-19’s impact on students' education through a new online reading series.
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Introducing Dallas College: DCCCD Gets Single Accreditation Approval
by Alex Edwards | Jun 29, 2020
Dallas County Community College District is now allowed to unify as a single institution named Dallas College. Pending a site visit in the fall, Dallas College will be the largest community college in the state by students served and number of employees.
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by Alex Edwards |
Jun 29, 2020
The new funding, led by Hoak & Co, will help Work Shield grow its sales team and boost its infrastructure to gain new clients.
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by Alex Edwards |
Jun 29, 2020
As North Texas works to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, Chow plans to focus on improving community health in her role as United Way Dallas’ 96th annual campaign chair.
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![M2 Studio's Michael Potts uses Spatial for augmented reality and business collaboration. The AR/VR tool can turn any room into a 3D workspace, according to Spatial. [Image: Spatial.io via M2 Studio]](https://s24806.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/DRC-M2Studio-feature-970-360x203.jpg)
by Dave Moore |
Jun 29, 2020
"It’s clear that augmented reality remote collaboration is the future of business communication," says Dallas-based M2 Studio's Michael Potts. The self-described holographic architect has built AR/VR experiences for Klyde Warren Park, Texas Health Resources, and more. But the technology can apply to all types of businesses.
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DI People: Mohr Partners, UT Dallas Callier Center, Stream Realty Partners, Bank of Texas Make Moves
by Alex Edwards | Jun 26, 2020
In this week's roundup of hires and promotions in North Texas, you'll also find news from Kanter Financial Forensics, JLL, Veritex Community Bank, G6 Hospitality, AVIO Consulting, and more.
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by Alex Edwards |
Jun 25, 2020
A public-private partnership could help seed the area for future social change by providing more healthy food options, JLL says. By reducing costs to the community, that could stretch residents' dollars, too.
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by Bill Chinn, CEO, The DEC |
Jun 25, 2020
Mary Dee, the CXO advisor of MadLove Agency, shares her advice on being candid, letting mentors know they are appreciated, and meeting your mentee where they are at.
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Workforce Wellness: Dallas’ Catapult Health Launches a New Program That Brings Virtual Checkups Home
by Sophia Gonzalez |
Jun 25, 2020
The clinically based Virtual Checkup program gives employers with remote workforces and satellite locations a new option of preventive care for employees.
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A New Dallas Nonprofit Amplifies Black-Owned Tutoring Companies
by Sophia Gonzalez | Jun 25, 2020
Jay Veal, the brains behind INC Education, has launched a new nonprofit intended to help students of color receive an education from mentors that share similar experiences and lead by example.
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by Quincy Preston and Maddie Preston |
Jun 25, 2020
MAG Impact Collective Founder Zach Weismann helps solo branding, marketing, strategy, and design experts benefit from belonging to a team while remaining independent. The social entrepreneur pairs the talent with organizations and businesses that need nimble, affordable expertise focused on impact.
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by Gloria Salinas, Managing Director, Economic Development, DRC |
Jun 24, 2020
Advanced technologies—used for decades in healthcare facilities and labs—could become ubiquitous in office, restaurant, and retail spaces, as well as public spaces like sports arenas.
Businesses can consider multi-layered solutions—such as combining masks and social distancing with modern tech—to create safer and more resilient workplaces, says Broaddus exec Scot Sanders.
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by Lauren Hawkins |
Jun 24, 2020
At 5.6 acres, the redesigned Carpenter Park will top nearby Klyde Warren Park in size by about a half acre when complete. Here’s an early look at the green space, which will connect Downtown with Deep Ellum and East Dallas for the first time in decades.
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