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Smoothie King CEO Wan Kim to Star on ‘Undercover Boss’ This Friday
by | Oct 20, 2020
Coppell-based Smoothie King is the latest North Texas brand to send its top executive undercover to see what truly happens on the front lines. Tune in Oct. 23 on CBS (and get an early sneak peek with our photo gallery).
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Generational Wealth: Mother‑Daughter Duo Create Children’s Book On Stock Market and Investing
by | Oct 14, 2020
As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, two Latina entrepreneurs have created a children’s book to empower families to create financially successful futures.
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Meet the Finalists: The Innovation Awards 2021, Presented by Dallas Innovates and D CEO
by | Oct 13, 2020
Now in its second year, the program from Dallas Innovates and D CEO honors disruptors and trailblazers driving a new vision for North Texas.
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Perkins and Will’s Justin Parscale: ‘Take Risks, Explore What Ifs, and Deliver’

by | Oct 12, 2020
The architect thinks a great life is having a job where you can have "crazy, stupid fun" along with a mission to "do something badass" to help others. That's why working on catalyst projects, like Red Bird Mall, and passing along a “can do” message to young people are part of his plan.
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Common Desk Chosen as Operating Partner to Reimagine the Continental Gin Building in Deep Ellum
by | Oct 6, 2020
August Real Estate Co. selected Common Desk to reposition the historic Continental Gin Building for the future of office. Common Desk's team will touch all aspects of the building, from design to property management—Founder Nick Clark says it's going to be a "holistic offering the market has yet to see."
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How Lessons From COVID-19 Can Create Healthcare Solutions for the Future
Dallas-based Jim Henry leads CallisonRTKL's global team focused on healthcare design solutions.
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Meet the 19-Year-Old Texas Native Who Went Viral on TikTok With Advanced Science Videos
by | Oct 1, 2020
Known to 500K fans by @Mags4Science, Maggie Burruss is working to pioneer the idea that STEM is for everybody, no matter your education, identity, or background.
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DFW Startup Launches Kickstarter for Puzzles Highlighting the Work of Black Artists

by | Sep 28, 2020
The puzzle company is currently fundraising through Kickstarter. Although it's already halfway to its goal, the project will only be funded if it reaches $4,200 by Oct. 5.
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EarthXR Launches First-Ever Virtual Immersive Nature Reserve to Kick Off Climate Week
by | Sep 21, 2020
Wild at Home will allow viewers to explore Africa, the Amazon, and Asia from their mobile devices while staying socially distant during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Young Leaders For Change Presents Bite-Sized Recounts of Professional Advice in ‘Mentor Moments’ Podcast
by | Sep 15, 2020
The series, created and hosted by Dallas-native Alex Quian, invites young professionals to lend an ear to business experts (like the CEOs of TopGolf and Cawley Partners) to get a leg up.
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#IfThenSheCan: Ten Statues From All-Female Exhibit Are on Display at NorthPark Center Until Nov. 9
by | Sep 10, 2020
COVID-19 delayed the opening of a 3D-printed display from Lyda Hill Philanthropies IF/THEN Initiative of the most statues of women ever assembled. Starting Sept. 10, the exhibit is instead doing a pop-up near Macy’s Court.
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Here’s Why Female Creatives Are ‘Unique Unicorns’ in the Industry

by | Sep 3, 2020
During a Dallas Startup Week panel, three women in art and business talk about how to break the status quo in male-dominated industries.
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Top 10 Dallas Innovates August 2020
Dallas Innovates’ 10 Most Popular Stories in August
Rising to the top of the list: How the private charitable foundation of Dallas Mavericks Owner and “Shark” Mark Cuban partnered up with tech companies to bring an "AI Bootcamp" to underserved DFW students. Here's our roundup of the Top 10.
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Kendra Scott Partners with Dallas’ Balfour in its First-Ever Brand Collaboration
by | Aug 27, 2020
The company wants to “reinvent tradition” by teaming up with powerhouse brand Balfour, the more than 100-year-old premier class jewelry provider, while also pivoting its GEMs program.
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De La Vega Development Opens Rooftop Cinema Club at The Central with Drive-In Movie Series For Contact-Free Entertainment
by | Aug 26, 2020
In collaboration with Rooftop Cinema Club, the Dallas-based development company is now offering contact-free experiences for movie-goers to enjoy.
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