Month: July 2020

Dallas Innovators: Mahendra Alladi’s AccelQ Software Works to Help Healthcare and Retail Organizations Achieve Digital Transformation

by | Jul 28, 2020
The Dallas-based startup has worked with companies like Peapod, Anthem, Cardinal Health, and YPO Dallas to make sure their operations are optimized.
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New Dallas Nonprofit Heroes Foundation Assists Military Veterans in Finding Fulfilling Careers
by | Jul 28, 2020
Inspired by his personal story, Chris Montoya has dedicated his professional life to assisting veterans in finding meaningful work after transitioning back to civilian life. The founder kicked off the 501c3 status of his "labor of love" by partnering with Spectrum/Charter on a four-part military hiring event.
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North Texas De Novo TYME Bank Withdraws Application With the FDIC
by | Jul 28, 2020
One of just two de novo applications in Texas last year, the withdrawal is a casualty of “the uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.” But founders of the proposed locally owned community bank are looking at options to refile in the near future.
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Impact Ventures: Meet One Stop Wellness, a Comprehensive Health Solution That Empowers Employees
by | Jul 27, 2020
The Dallas-based startup offers customizable programs that empower employees to improve their wellness behaviors while helping to reduce their company’s health insurance costs. In response to COVID-19, the team launched a risk mitigation tool for employers to remain compliant with OSHA guidelines.
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EnginSoft Expands its U.S. Headquarters in McKinney With a Grant From MEDC’s Innovation Fund

by | Jul 27, 2020
Engineering company EnginSoft is expanding its headquarters at Adriatica, a 45-acre mixed-use development inspired by a Croatian village. Driving EnginSoft's growth is the work it does for companies such as NASA, Xerox, Toyota, and more.
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Extreme Sandbox in Sachse Lets You ‘Play with a 26-Ton Excavator for Fun’
by | Jul 27, 2020
The heavy-equipment entertainment company featured on Shark Tank is moving its only Texas site to The Station in Sachse in September. Here's a look at what you can expect.
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The University of North Texas to Debut an MBA in Music Business This Fall
by | Jul 27, 2020
The music business MBA is expected to provide a collaborative experience for aspiring music professionals by combining business administration and music entrepreneurship curricula.
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DI People: Jacobs, PLH Group, Tailwater Capital, and Borden Dairy Make Executive Changes
by | Jul 24, 2020
In this week's roundup of 27 hires and promotions in North Texas, you'll also find news from Toyota, PHP Agency, abeo, KPMG, Haynes and Boone, Authentix, RealFoundations, Trinity Hunt Partners, BOK Financial, and more.
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WEDallas: Local Experts Talk Video Marketing in the Era of COVID-19, and Beyond

by | Jul 23, 2020
Shelly Slater, Leah Frazier, Mike Mayberry, and Cleo Greene share their tips on the self-produced video creation process in the latest WEDallas virtual bootcamp from The DEC, Capital One, and The Slate.
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Five North Texans Make the List of the 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies
by | Jul 23, 2020
The 13th annual ranking from the Women Presidents' Organization and American Express features the North Texas-based female entrepreneurs behind The Life Coach School, Buzzballz, Akorbi, Enseo, and Save Water Co.
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The Show Must Go On: Dallas Startup Week 2020 Is Going Virtual
by | Jul 23, 2020
Registration for Dallas Startup Week is now open, which will take place on Aug. 30 through Sept. 3. The sixth annual event looks bigger than ever with three summits, 16 tracks, more than 100 sessions, a new Slack channel, and undoubtedly, some surprises.
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DFW’s ‘Clean-Crafted’ Wine Pioneer Launches New MIXABLE Brand
by | Jul 23, 2020
Founder Sarah Shadonix—recently named an EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist—says 2020 is a "roller-coaster year" loaded with opportunities for e-commerce. The company's latest offering is a light, lower-alcohol option for mixed drinks.
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Q+A: RealCom Solutions Founder and CEO on Putting Clients’ Needs First and the Future of Work

by | Jul 23, 2020
While business has slowed down for many during the pandemic, RealCom Solutions has seen a broad increase in demand for all of its services, especially remote communication tools, says Charlie Bogart.
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Fort Worth MillerCoors Brewery Invests Millions to Expand Production of Hard Seltzers
by | Jul 23, 2020
Bullish on the fizzy drinks, the brewery is moving fast to increase production by more than 400%. “As we see our innovations take off, we want to be able to react quickly,” Molson Coors Chief Supply Officer Brian Erhardt says.
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United Way Dallas and CoSpero Consulting Come ‘Together for Tomorrow’ to Solve Educational Problems
by | Jul 22, 2020
The Together for Tomorrow cohort is comprised of ten education-focused nonprofits that will collaborate on how to support parents, students, and teachers throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
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Toyota Motor North America Makes Five Executive Changes to Social Innovation, Toyota de Mexico Operations
by | Jul 22, 2020
Sean Suggs will be taking on the role of group vice president, chief social innovation officer on Sept. 1 after Plano-based Albert Smith, Jr. retires.
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