Creative

The Altruists: North Texans Are Making Social Innovation Their Mission

by | Jan 26, 2018
From national nonprofits launched out of homes to game-changing ideas that have cultivated millions of dollars for the nonprofit sector, the region is a launch pad for numerous movers and shakers who are making a significant communal impact.
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BRIT International Award of Excellence in Sustainable Winegrowing: Yealands Family Wines in New Zealand, which won the top prize in 2017, grazes a flock of miniature Babydoll sheep between vine rows to reduce mechanical mowing.
Fort Worth’s BRIT Recognizes Sustainable Winegrowers in International Contest
by | Jan 26, 2018
BRIT started the one of a kind competition to shine a light on growers who are leaders in areas such as conservation and stewardship. 
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Reminder Calendar
On Tap: Entrepreneurs Summit, Healthcare Innovation Breakfast & Sunday Supper Concert
Browse our curated selection of events to plan your next week — and beyond.
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vignette
Vignette Art Fair Seeking Female Artists For 2nd Event
by | Jan 22, 2018
The Fair Park event seeks to promote Texas female artists by showcasing their paintings, sculptures, videos, and performance art.
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The Altruists

Movers + Shakers:
North Texas Social Innovators You Should Know

by | Jan 22, 2018
Dallas-Fort Worth is home to dozens of creatives who are changing the face of urban planning, social, and educational innovation.
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OpTic Founder and CEO Hector “Hecz” Rodriguez
Gaming & Esports: Driving Innovation in North Texas
Several major esports teams are relocating to the region, and have drawn major investments from some of DFW’s most notable people.
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TreeHouse
Future of the Home Is ‘Less Toxic,’ ‘More Sustainable’ TreeHouse CEO Says
by | Jan 19, 2018
“Your home is the place where you have maximum power to affect your world," said TreeHouse CEO Jason Ballard during the opening of the Plano store.
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Foundry District
The Foundry District Forges Ahead with New Tenants
by | Jan 19, 2018
The Foundry District is a rehabbed six-acre industrial development with a mix of retailers and restaurants, modern creative offices, and unique, alternative event venues.
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Musician and money stave

UNT Student’s Music, Accounting Skills Add Up to New Business

by | Jan 18, 2018
Kyle McKay founded his company, The Musician’s Bookkeeper, after recognizing a common thread among his musical peers — a need for financial services.
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Networking in Dallas-Fort Worth
How to Network: Navigating the DFW Innovation Community
by | Jan 17, 2018
North Texas is a platform for all that’s new and next. Plug in — and come along for the ride.
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GoodWork
Innovative Spaces: GoodWork Opens Doors With Focus on Wellness, Sustainability
by | Jan 17, 2018
The 60,000-square-foot property includes coworking, residential lofts, coffee shop, fitness room, and more.
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concert
Free Concert Will Merge Music, Community & Homeless Art
by | Jan 16, 2018
The program seeks to explore the “interface between music composition, performance, community participation and consumption.”
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The Creatives:
Rise of the Makers

by | Jan 11, 2018
From unprecedented inventions to never-before-considered concepts, our region is fostering the ascension of businesses born by artists, artisans, and creators.
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On Tap: MLK Parade, Founders Live & Franchise Expo South
Browse our curated selection of events to plan your next week — and beyond.
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Dallas Innovates 2018, the magazine
Dallas Innovates 2018, the Magazine
Dallas Innovate 2018, a new annual magazine, covers game changers, disruptors, creatives, and the new frontiers of technology in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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bicycles
Denton-based Company Brings Cargo Bicycles Stateside
by | Jan 9, 2018
Inspired by his European trip, Aaron Powell started Urban Tribe Cargo Bicycle to give Americans a bicycle option with built-in carts for toting kids.
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