North Texas is a big place, with plenty to do, see, hear, and watch. We scour the internet every week to find events and activities for you. As always, things may change at any time, so be sure to check the official website or registration page for the latest details. For ongoing events, click here.
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Saturday, November 8
Startup Economics 101 Summit
Hosted by GEWNTX
South Dallas Fair Park Innovation Center, 3225 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas
8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Join this blockbuster hybrid event with discussions on financial education, global expansion, wellness, and effective sales techniques.
Here’s the lineup:
- The International Exchange – What other communities are saying.
- Let’s Discuss Arts, Culture, and Civic Engagement
- Social Enterprises in Education and Health
- Urban Economics – Building Sustainable Businesses in Underserved Communities
- Lending from the Economic Lens
National STEM Day at GEMS Camp
Hosted by The GEMS Camp
Park South YMCA, 2500 Romine Ave., Dallas
10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Got a kid between 10 and 16? The GEMS Camp is partnering with Cummins Cares and UWorld Cares to celebrate National STEM Day, November 8th at the Park South YMCA in South Dallas. Students (ages 10-16) are invited to participate in a day of fun, hands-on engineering. And parents — stick around to learn about artificial intelligence (AI) and how to keep your children safe online. You’ll also get the latest and greatest on college and career planning. You must register your student by Nov. 2. Attendance is limited to 75 students.
Sunday, November 9
Influence Exchange – Fireside Conversations
Hosted by Women of Influence
Cowboys Event Center, Frisco
4 to 7 p.m.
On Sunday, November 9 (4–7 PM), Women Who Influence will host the Influence Exchange – Fireside Conversations at the Cowboys Event Center. This intimate evening brings together women leaders, city officials, and entrepreneurs to share strategies on scaling businesses, improving financial literacy, and building networks that foster innovation.
Featured Panelists include:
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Latosha Herron-Bruff, Dallas Regional Chamber
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Thana Hickman, Viola’s House
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VR Small, Veteran Women’s Enterprise Center
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Tina O’Banion, The Financial Office
Sunday, November 9 through Saturday, November 15
Kindness Week 2025
Presented by The Thanks-Giving Foundation
Temple Emanu-El on Thursday and AT&T Performing Arts Center on Saturday, both in Dallas
Key events on Thursday and Saturday (see below)
Kindness Week unites 240 DISD schools, diverse faith communities, civic leaders, and businesses under the theme “One City. One Week. Infinite Good.” Organized by The Thanks-Giving Foundation, the week transforms kindness from sentiment to action — strengthening bonds across neighborhoods, generations, and beliefs.
WHEN & WHERE
David Brooks Keynote: “The Road to Connection”
Thursday, November 13 | 7:30–9:00 p.m.
Temple Emanu-El, 8500 Hillcrest Rd, Dallas
Nationally acclaimed New York Times columnist and bestselling author David Brooks headlines World Kindness Day in Dallas with an inspiring keynote and audience Q&A on empathy, unity, and the moral foundations of community.
Dallas Kindness Festival — Free Public Event
Saturday, November 15 | 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
AT&T Performing Arts Center, 2403 Flora St, Dallas
A full day of celebration featuring live music, storytelling, youth performances, food trucks, art activities, and a citywide Kindness Pledge activation. Families, schools, and civic groups are invited to come together to make kindness visible across Dallas.
Monday, November 10
AR/VR Year in Review: The Year of Convergence
Hosted by Dallas AR/VR
Improving, 5445 Legacy Dr., #100, Plano
6 to 8 p.m.
2025 marked a turning point in spatial computing. The momentum shifted from hardware hype to system harmony — where AR, VR, and AI began to operate not as separate domains but as one connected field. This wasn’t the year of flashy demos; it was the year the stack matured.
In this session, we’ll explore how the landscape evolved across every layer.
We’ll begin with the market pulse — how valuations, regional growth, and sector adoption set the tone for the year. Then we’ll dive into the hardware reality: the headsets, glasses, and wearables that shaped both consumer and enterprise experiences. From there, we’ll step into the chip race, looking at how Apple’s M5 and Qualcomm’s XR2+ Gen 2 changed the performance envelope and opened new possibilities for design.
We’ll then move through the platform and SDK layer, where visionOS, Android XR, and OpenXR began defining clear ecosystems for spatial experience creation. We’ll explore the AI integrations that turned interfaces into collaborators — powering real-time understanding, adaptive context, and multimodal interaction. And finally, we’ll look forward — into 2026 and beyond — at how this convergence sets the stage for the first true era of ecosystem compounding, where human experience, intelligence, and immersion move as one.
Tuesday, November 11
The Your Level Up Pitch Competition
Hosted by The DEC Network
The DEC Network@ Redbird, Dallas
4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The Your Level Up Pitch Competition is an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas and compete for funding, mentorship, and resources to accelerate their businesses. Taking place on November 11th at The DEC Network @ RedBird, this high-energy event brings together emerging startups, investors, and business leaders from various industries.
Watch as selected entrepreneurs present their business ideas to a panel of expert judges, with a chance to win valuable prizes that could take their startups to the next level. Winners will receive a combination of funding, mentorship, and resources tailored to help them scale their business and grow.
Whether you’re pitching, supporting a competitor, or simply interested in the latest innovations, the Your Level Up Pitch Competition is the perfect platform for entrepreneurs to elevate their ideas and take their ventures to the next level. Don’t miss this chance to witness the future of innovation!
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Economic Impact Forum
Hosted by The Fort Worth Chamber
Kimbell Art Museum, Piano Auditorium, 3333Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
8:30 to 11 a.m.
In this session of the Fort Worth Chamber’s Economic Impact Forum, business and community leaders will explore two timely issues shaping the economic landscape locally and globally.
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From Policy to Profit: How Tariffs are Shaping Business Today – and What’s Next for the Holiday Season and Beyond
Shane Williams, Managing Director of Global Trade at Ernst & Young, and JR Holcomb, Director of Foreign-Trade Zone #196 at Hillwood, will discuss how current trade policies and tariffs are influencing supply chains, operations, and profitability for North Texas businesses. Gain clarity on how policy shifts affect everything from holiday inventories to long-term growth strategies. -
FBI Cybersecurity Briefing: Protecting Business and Community from Evolving Threats
Experts from the FBI will outline the most pressing cyber threats they are tracking, from “man in the middle” attacks to sophisticated breaches targeting businesses of all sizes. Learn how these attacks can ripple across local economies, what steps leaders can take to prepare, and how to respond if your company becomes a target. The session includes an open Q&A with agents on the front lines of cyber security.
Wednesday, November 12
CodeLaunch 2025 World Championship
Hosted by CodeLaunch
Gilley’s Dallas, Dallas
3:30 to 9 p.m.
Throughout the year, 3 major competitions across North America and LATAM all lead up to a grand finale — the CodeLaunch “World Championship” event at Gilley’s Main Theater stage in Dallas, Texas on November 12th. This event will bring together the 6 best and the fastest-growing startups from CodeLaunch’s preceding competitions this year, providing a platform to showcase their potential to venture capitalists and angel investors from across the continent.
Doors open for the pre-party Expo at 3:30, with the show finale kicking off at 6 p.m. See more below about the pre-party.
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CodeLaunch pre-party panel: Leading With Purpose in Times of Change
Hosted by Conscious Capitalism Dallas
Gilley’s Dallas, Dallas
3:30 to 5 p.m. prior to CodeLaunch
Conscious Capitalism Dallas is bringing together a group of visionary leaders for a panel discussion on how conscious businesses adapt, grow, and thrive through disruption. The goal is to explore the real-world strategies and mindsets that help organizations not only survive but emerge stronger, all while staying true to their people and purpose. This conversation will feature Conscious Capitalism professionals sharing their thoughts and expertise, including Jordan Lemming, First United; Hussain Manjee, DHD Films; Susan Fojtasek, Improving; and Renita Joyce Smith, Leap Forward Coaching and Consulting. The panel discussion will be moderated by CCD Programming Co-Chairs, Julie Morris, Persona Media; and Chase W. Bryant, Wayne Human Capital.
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U.S.-India Chamber of Commerce DFW Annual Awards Banquet
Hosted by USICOC-DFW
The Westin Park Central, 12720 Merit Dr., Dallas
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The Chamber is planning the 26th Anniversary Edition of the Annual Awards, honoring the achievements of prominent business professionals, industry leaders and community servants while also offering Chamber members and guests a valuable opportunity to network.
The USICOC DFW Annual Awards Banquet is a signature business event in North Texas featuring prominent keynote speakers attended by more than 600 business leaders. Past keynote speakers have included Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Ambassador Sripriya Ranganathan, and Sean Donohue, CEO of DFW airport.
To receive the latest updates, email “I’m interested” to [email protected]
Keep an eye out for more here.
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Unlocking Human Value in the Age of AI
Hosted by the DFW Alliance of Technology & Women (DFW*ATW)
Softtek, 15303 Dallas Parkway, Suite 200, First Floor Atrium, Addison
5:30 to 8 p.m.
This event brings together some of Dallas’ most dynamic leaders from Softtek, Southwest Airlines, and Constellation Brands to explore how AI, when used as an enabler—not a replacement—can transform the way we work, lead, and live. You’ll walk away inspired and equipped with new ideas on how to: 1) Reimagine how people and technology can thrive together 2) Harness AI to unlock human potential and drive innovation 3) Build more purposeful, productive, and people-centered organizations 4) Accelerate your career in the age of human-centered intelligence 5) Connect with senior leaders in IT to help grow your network.
Featured Panelists:
- Stephanie Moore, SVP, Marketing, Softtek
- Gautham Sunkara, Director, Marketing & eCommerce, Constellation Brands
- Mayela West, Account Director for Southwest Airlines, Softtek
- Nicola Smith, Senior AI Programs Advisor, Southwest Airlines
Moderated by Debbie Mrazek, President, The Sales Company
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Harvesting Partnerships
Hosted by the Women’s Business Council – Southwest (WBCS)
Hurst Conference Center, 1601 Campus Dr., Hurst
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Harvesting Partnerships is a half-day conference, on Wednesday, November 12 at Hurst Conference Center (1601 Campus Dr, Hurst, TX 76054), focused on top-tier educational programming and highlighting the skillsets of their WBEs (Women’s Business Enterprises). It features the WBCS Annual Meeting and Board of Directors installation, networking, WBE led roundtable discussions on a variety of business topics (such as leadership, marketing, human resources, etc.), WBE vendor tables, a keynote luncheon, and the Lillie Knox Investment Award pitch presentation.
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Plug and Play Frisco Batch 4 Expo
Hosted by Plug and Play Frisco
Comerica Center, 2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco
4 to 9 p.m.
Join Plug and Play at the Fall 2025 Batch 4 Expo. This event will showcase the technology of top innovators from the fourth cohort of the Plug and Play Fintech and Sportstech verticals.
Participating startups have harnessed the power of Artificial Intelligence and other combinations of technologies to drive technological advancement within the industry, including:
- Human Potential and Performance
- Smart Stadiums
- Devices and Wearables
- Immersive Training
- iGaming Infrastructure
- Responsile Gaming
- Sports Gambling
Featured startups will have spent the past 12 weeks working alongside a network of corporate partners, investors, and mentors to scale up their companies, cultivating an environment conducive to rapid growth and expansion.
Join this event to celebrate the startups’ success, featuring compelling pitches, enlightening conversations on the future of technology and entrepreneurship, and invaluable networking opportunities with industry peers.
Each registration gets you a ticket to the Plug and Play Jersey Night with the Texas Legends on Friday, January 23. You will be able to secure a ticket for you and a guest to enjoy a basketball game with an innovation theme. The game will benefit a local Frisco charity.
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1 Million Cups
Various North Texas locations and times
Every Wednesday, 1 Million Cups communities around North Texas and the country meet to give each other “support, encouragement, and feedback over a cup of coffee.” Entrepreneurs present their businesses to the group, but “it’s not a pitch; it’s a chance to learn, collaborate and grow,” organizers say. In North Texas, you’ll find multiple 1MC groups in locations including Dallas, Fort Worth, Irving, Frisco, Northeast Tarrant County, and Wichita Falls. Some have Zoom live feeds.
Thursday, November 13
eosera Foundation Pitch Competition
Hosted by the eosera Foundation
Kimbell Art Museum, 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
5 to 8:30 p.m.
Come to the eosera® Foundation Pitch Competition at the Kimbell Art Museum for an exciting event where innovative ideas take center stage. Watch as aspiring entrepreneurs pitch their groundbreaking concepts to a panel of judges. Be part of the action and witness the next big thing in the making!
The eosera® Foundation Pitch Competition is open to women founders across the United States who have been in business for three or less. During the live competition on Nov. 13, three finalists will pitch their businesses to a panel of judges for a chance to win the first place award of $30,000. The second place winner will take home $5,000, and the third place winner will take home $2,500. There will also be an opportunity for a finalist to win People’s Choice, worth $5,000.
If you like watching Shark Tank, join us for this exciting, live event and be inspired by the spirit of entrepreneurship!
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Big-Box Breakthrough: Scaling Your Brand into Retail
Hosted by DFW CPG
Smurfit Westrock, 125, Carpenter Frwy., Irving
6 to 8 p.m.
Learn about scaling your brands into retail giants and mastering fulfillment partnerships to unlock the code to retail expansion.
Are you ready to take your brand from regional favorite to national powerhouse? Join DFW CPG for Big Box Breakthrough—an inside look at how emerging CPG brands can successfully scale into major retailers like Walmart, Sam’s Club, Costco, Albertsons, and 7-Eleven.
Hear firsthand from Jared Drinkwater, CEO of Low and Slow Snacks, Lesli Kardokus of GTM sales consultants, and Brian Groves of RJW logistics group, and other retail experts who’ve navigated the complexities of mass distribution, supply chain readiness, and fulfillment partnerships—and come out stronger on the other side.
Friday, November 14
North Urban Summit
Hosted by the Greater Dallas Planning Council
Collin College – Frisco Campus, Collin Conference Center, Frisco
7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
GDPC is hosting the North Urban Summit to highlight the growing corridor on the north side of Dallas-Fort Worth. Panel discussions will spotlight planning for the future, economic development, demographic trends and the Texas Legislature and will feature city officials, business leaders, and policy experts.
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Texas Women’s Foundation 40th Anniversary Luncheon
Hosted by Texas Women’s Foundation
The Omni Hotel, Downtown Dallas
11:30 a.m.
Texas Women’s Foundation invites you to join them for their Ruby Anniversary Luncheon as they celebrate Texas Women’s Foundation’s 40-year legacy of impact and recommit to creating new opportunities for the 14.7 million women and girls who call Texas home. Featured speaker is Christine Baranski, an unapologetic advocate for female empowerment, Baranski implores audiences to join together to build a better future for women — from the educational opportunities they’re afforded early in life to the equity they should expect in the world, from equal pay and leadership opportunities in the workplace to equal rights in the eyes of the law.
Monday, November 17
Grand Opening of CreateFW 2.0 + Funkytown Founder Awards
Hosted by CreateFW
CreateFW, 600 Bryan Ave., #220, Fort Worth
4:30 to 7 p.m.
Join CreateFW for the Grand Opening of Create FW 2.0 and the Inaugural Funkytown Founder Awards! This high-energy event will bring together the city’s most inspiring innovators, founders, and leaders to celebrate the people, places, and passions powering Fort Worth’s startup ecosystem.
The evening will also mark the official Grand Opening of Create FW 2.0, a reimagined space designed to fuel creativity, collaboration, and entrepreneurial growth in the heart of Fort Worth.
The Funkytown Founder Awards honor the individuals and organizations keeping the entrepreneurial spirit alive in our city. Nominated and voted on by the community, for the community, these awards spotlight those making a real impact. Nominations and voting will open soon!
This celebration is an official event of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), a global movement to empower anyone, anywhere to start and scale a business. You’ll be joining entrepreneurs from across the region as part of the GEW-North Texas Community.
Monday, November 17 through Sunday, November 23
Global Entrepreneurship Week in North Texas 2025
Hosted by GEWNTX
Various locations in North Texas
Various times for each event
Mark Your Calendars…..GEW North Texas is COMING!!!
GEW North Texas is part of a concerted effort by GEN Global to have events focused on entrepreneurship one week a year around the globe.
Each November, Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) reaches millions of people of all ages and backgrounds through local, national and global events and activities.
During the week each November, speakers, panels, competitions, showcases and networking make up the thousands of events held around the world. The goal is to inspire millions to engage in entrepreneurial activity while connecting them to potential collaborators, mentors and even investors.
Events are happening across the region.
Tuesday, November 18
WEDallas Cohort Pitch Night
Hosted by WEDallas (Women Entrepreneurs of Dallas) and sponsored by Capital One
Capital One Plano Conference Center, 8036 Dominion Pkwy., Plano
6 to 8 p.m.
Come celebrate the culmination of the 2025 WEDallas Cohort with a high-energy Pitch Night at Capital One’s Conference Center! Over the past eight weeks, this dynamic group of women entrepreneurs has participated in a comprehensive program designed to equip them with the tools and confidence to take their businesses to the next level.
From identifying the right business structure to mastering financial fundamentals, brand marketing, team building, and more — these founders have put in the work. Now, they’ll take the stage to showcase their growth and pitch their ventures in front of an audience of peers, community leaders, and supporters.
Come be inspired by their journeys, cheer on your favorite pitch, and connect with a growing network of women driving economic impact across North Texas.
This event is free and open to the public. All are welcome.
Wednesday, November 19
Women’s Leadership Forum
Hosted by The Fort Worth Chamber
Mira Vista Country Club, 6600 Mira Vista Blvd., Fort Worth
3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
The Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce will host the “Women’s Leadership Summit: Redefining Ambition & Success,” a program focused on how today’s leaders are challenging traditional definitions of achievement and embracing fulfillment, balance and impact as core measures of leadership.
The event will feature a keynote address by Dr. Karen Molinar, superintendent of Fort Worth ISD. As a leader navigating one of the most complex and high-stakes roles in the city, Dr. Molinar will share her personal journey, leadership philosophy, and what it takes to stay grounded, focused and forward-thinking amid change.
A panel discussion will follow, featuring Jennifer Treviño of Leadership Fort Worth and Ashley Freer of Balcom Agency, moderated by Faith Geiger of TULLA. The program will conclude with a cocktail reception featuring interactive activation stations and networking opportunities.
Thursday, November 20
State of the State
Hosted by The Dallas Regional Chamber
Fairmont Dallas, 1717 N. Akard St., Dallas
noon to 1 p.m.
With a pro-business, pro-growth climate, Texas remains a magnet for business and talent. At the DRC’s 2025 State of the State, presented by Toyota Motor North America and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick will review the work of the 89th Texas Legislature to sustain our state’s position as a national leader in job growth, strengthen the state’s economic competitiveness, and address legislative priorities that will shape the years ahead.
Wednesday, December 3
Build Your Fort Worth Workforce Summit
Hosted by The Fort Worth Chamber
Texas Wesleyan University, Andrews Hall Ballroom, Fort Worth
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fort Worth’s growth depends on a skilled, adaptable workforce—and the collaboration between business, education, and community to make it possible.
Join us for Build Your Fort Worth, presented by EECU, for a summit designed for business leaders, HR professionals, and educational institutions focused on bridging the power skills gap and shaping a stronger future talent pipeline.
This year’s program will unveil findings from the Fort Worth Chamber’s three-phase workforce survey, followed by an interactive discussion and expert-led panels exploring:
- Power Skills Gaps – What they are and strategies to close them
- Workplace Impact – How these gaps shape productivity and culture
- Recruitment Challenges – External barriers and innovative solutions
The program will conclude with a forward-looking action plan for 2026, outlining collaborative steps to strengthen Fort Worth’s workforce ecosystem.
This event is hosted in partnership with Fort Worth HR, Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County, and the Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber.
Wednesday, December 10
Y Texas Summit 2025
Hosted by YTexas
Texas A&M University, College Station
Save the date
The YTexas Summit is the only event that brings the entire Texas business community together to stimulate business growth – breaking down regional barriers to move the needle on the most complex challenges in Texas.
This event is an annual celebration of the innovation occurring in all corners of the state. It is a showcase of a supply chain network for companies who have recently relocated and invested here – and an invitation for out-of-state businesses to find out how to get here.
The YTexas Summit is a place where leadership addresses one of our biggest challenges, growing and maintaining a talented workforce. If you are a player in Texas, or yearn to be one, join us and share your Texas story the YTexas Summit.
Monday, March 30, 2026, through Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Convergence AI Dallas: Where Artificial Intelligence and Business Meet
Hosted by the Dallas Regional Chamber
Irving Convention Center, Irving
Save the date
Early bird registration for Convergence AI Dallas 2026 is now open! Entering its third year, Convergence AI is one of the largest business gatherings dedicated to AI in the Dallas–Fort Worth region. Early bird pricing is available until Wednesday, Dec. 31; standard rates take effect Thursday, Jan. 1.
Here’s what’s on deck:
- Keynotes by leading AI experts from Fortune 1000 companies
- Convergence Labs, presented by Slalom – Hands-on learning with top AI leaders
- 2026 Dallas Innovates AI 75 Reception – Honoring DFW’s AI visionaries
- Startup Alley – Showcasing DFW’s AI startups
Just like in 2025, more than 700 leaders, from trailblazing entrepreneurs to top-tier executives, will dive into in-depth discussions and insights on the latest trends and innovations in AI.
Through May 2026
Frontiers of Flight: Bessie Coleman
Hosted by Frontiers of Flight Museum
6911 Lemmon Ave., Dallas
Tickets are timed entry.
The Frontiers of Flight Museum’s new exhibit is a high-flying tribute to aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman and her groundbreaking achievements. Guests can follow her journey through an immersive digital experience, see her beloved plane suspended from the museum’s hangar, and take home books, dolls, and other keepsakes to support scholarships for girls from South Dallas.
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The hybrid event in August will take place in person at SMU and virtually. The seventh annual Dallas Startup Week powered by Capital One is Dallas-Fort Worth's largest event focused on driving entrepreneurial success, economic impact, and innovation in the region.
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You'll find deadlines coming up for a new accelerator program; and many more opportunities.
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You’ve found Dallas Innovates’ archive of news briefs from July to September 2021.
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Nonprofit BUiLT is hosting the event to highlight the success and possibilities of Black tech talent in the region. “There is no talent pipeline problem,” says Peter Beasley, co-founder of the Blacks United in Leading Technology International. “Black tech talent is widely available, especially in North Texas.”
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With Dallas ranked as one of the top cities in America for tech pros, UT Dallas and Fullstack have launched four skills training bootcamps focused on coding, cybersecurity, data analytics, and DevOps. The online bootcamps begin in November with tuition at $11,995 each.
