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The DEC Sets Dallas Startup Week 2021: Get Ready for 19 Tracks, 3 Summits, and Startup Alley
by Quincy Preston | May 7, 2021
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.
by Bella Pinera |
May 5, 2021
Local rideshare Alto has dressed some of its vehicles in a wrap inspired by Dallasite Gray Malin's iconic photography. They represent both's parallel journeys in being born in Dallas and expanding to LA. Check out our photo gallery so you know what to look for when driving on the roads.
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by Alex Edwards |
May 3, 2021
XPRIZE, which is led by Anousheh Ansari, who is also the co-founder of Richardson-based Prodea Systems, is teaming up with Tesla CEO Elon Musk to combat climate change with a four-year competition. Here's how you can register—and potentially win the $50 million Grand Prize.
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by Bella Pinera |
Apr 28, 2021
Two local brothers are preparing to open the city's first "social" boutique hotel this summer. The new approach puts guests in micro-rooms in exchange for access to luxurious elements sourced from around the world at a lower rate. Geared toward frequent travelers, the hostel-meets-luxury model provides group spaces, curated travel itineraries, and daily activity recommendations.
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[Photo: Tri Global Energy]
Texas Wind Force: How This Dallas Founder’s Vision Fueled an Industry
by Alex Edwards | Apr 21, 2021
John B. Billingsley, the man behind renewable industry leaders Tri Global Energy and Sunfinity Renewable Energy, shares his experience as a leading developer of wind farms in "Texas Wind Force." In honor of Earth Day, on April 22 the ebook will be available for a free digital download.
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by Alexa Vickaryous |
Apr 21, 2021
Capital Factory and Brand Foundry Venture Partners are among You Go Natural's investors. The startup produces headwraps, headbands, and turbans to help make hair care both functional and beautiful.
"We are building the go-to source for innovation in natural beauty," Founder Monique Little told us. She was named to the inaugural Forbes Next 1000 list earlier this year.
"We are building the go-to source for innovation in natural beauty," Founder Monique Little told us. She was named to the inaugural Forbes Next 1000 list earlier this year.
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by Quincy Preston |
Apr 19, 2021
Capital One wants to make travel an even more rewarding experience with unexpected amenities in a new 10,000-square-foot space in Terminal D. A second lounge is planned for D.C.'s Dulles airport.
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by Quincy Preston |
Apr 15, 2021
The pop-up digital showroom is a 360-degree, 3D beauty experience
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[Photo: Courtesy Tyler Shin]
Revolving Kitchen’s Commercial ‘Ghost’ Kitchens Help Restaurants Optimize Deliveries While Lowering Costs
by Alex Edwards | Apr 13, 2021
From a space in Garland, Founder Tyler Shin and his Revolving Kitchen team have one goal in mind: help restaurants cook great food. With their 25 fully outfitted commissary kitchen rentals, operators have the infrastructure and equipment needed to reach a rapidly growing segment of consumers. Recently launched is what Shin calls the “future of food” in Dallas: a virtual food hall app that allows customers to order from multiple restaurants with a single delivery fee.
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by Leah Frazier |
Mar 31, 2021
"It's going down." The newest audio only app, Clubhouse, has taken social media by storm with its big-name visitors and exclusivity. Here's how you can get started, courtesy of some hot tips from PR maven Leah Frazier.
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by Michaela Markels |
Mar 29, 2021
The Capital One and UT Dallas event brings together young female students with the goal of inspiring them to pursue their interests in fields such as science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. This year, new activities also taught attendees how to create logos for their personal brand and prepare for future job interviews.
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by Alex Edwards |
Mar 29, 2021
JUNO, which has key executives in Dallas and other cities across the country, wants to get ahead of the hybrid event trend by offering event planners "Intersections of Connectivity," a free ebook on how to organize something that connects virtual participants and an in-person audience.
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‘The Gin’: One of Dallas’ Oldest Buildings Enters a New Chapter With a Next-Gen Angle in Deep Ellum
by Quincy Preston | Mar 23, 2021
Built in 1888, The Continental Gin Building in Deep Ellum was the largest cotton processing equipment manufacturing operation in the U.S. and has served as space for artists. Now "The Gin" has been reimagined as a hospitality-focused, mixed-use destination that can—once again—serve as a hub of innovation.
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by Alex Edwards |
Mar 22, 2021
Arizona-based Tallwave provides customer experience (CX) solutions to strengthen ties with customers. It's a movement the design company sees accelerating post-pandemic.
CX, a relatively new term, is a broader form of UX that extends beyond the product. DFW was named top spot for UX professionals in a recent 2021 Jobs on the Rise report.
CX, a relatively new term, is a broader form of UX that extends beyond the product. DFW was named top spot for UX professionals in a recent 2021 Jobs on the Rise report.
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by Bella Pinera |
Mar 15, 2021
Dallas transplant Chris Tock helps educate people new to sewing by sharing what he's learned through his YouTube channel, which has garnered over 70,000 subscribers.
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by Michaela Markels |
Mar 3, 2021
After spending time in San Francisco, Dev Gupta (who designed the Dallas Innovates logo in 2015) moved back to Dallas to launch his own digital design studio. Armed with experience from working with clients like Google, Toyota, and Twitter on user interface design, the CEO and founder of Not Dev is bullish on his hometown—and building a company based on remote work, young local talent, and a nontraditional way of operating.
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