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Executive moves, new appointments, and honors across Dallas-Fort Worth.

 

Carfluent Names Longtime Auto Industry Veteran as its Chief Growth Officer

by | Nov 15, 2024
Aaron Schinke has joined the C-suite of Dallas-based Carfluent, an AI-driven website technology that connects auto dealers with Spanish-speaking customers.
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New Dallas Children’s Museum Announces Board Members, Preliminary Launch Plans
by | Nov 15, 2024
While the museum searches for the perfect spot in southeast Dallas, it's making big plans for inspiring local kids. Through hands-on exhibits, creative programs, and deep community partnerships, it aims to spark something powerful through play—helping children discover how they can shape their world and make it better.
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Dairy Max Names Agriculture Industry Veteran as its New CEO
by | Nov 15, 2024
Keira Lombardo will begin her tenure at Grand Prairie-based Dairy MAX on Dec. 2, transitioning into the role of CEO with the retirement of Mike Konkle, who has served as CEO of the nonprofit since 2007.
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Dallas’ Nothing Bundt Cakes Names Franchising Veteran as Chief Development Officer
by | Nov 15, 2024
Joel Larkin brings more than two decades of franchise development and operations expertise to his new role at Nothing Bundt Cakes.
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Divcon Controls Appoints Ex‑Apple Exec as VP of Sustainability

by | Nov 15, 2024
Molly Ward spent seven years developing clean energy and sustainability programs and projects at Apple before coming to Dallas-based Divcon.
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Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership Names VP of Investor Relations
by | Nov 15, 2024
Along with hiring Chelsea Griffith as VP of investor relations, the Fort Worth EDP also announced a $500,000 gift from the Leo Potishman Foundation as it works toward its $5 million annual goal.
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3 UT Southwestern Researchers Awarded ‘DocStars’ Seed Grants
by | Nov 12, 2024
Each $50,000 Early-Stage Research Grant helps fuel critically important medical and scientific research in North Texas. To date, the 21 researchers supported by The Cary Council have gone on to secure more than $21 million in additional funding.
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TEGNA Names Veteran Station Exec as President and GM of Dallas’ WFAA and KFAA

by | Nov 1, 2024
With her promotion to her new role, Carolyn Mungo is responsible for overseeing the stations’ operations across all platforms, as well as community outreach efforts and driving results for advertisers.
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Fort Worth’s HTeaO Announces 2 Additions to its Leadership Team
by | Nov 1, 2024
The iced tea franchising company has appointed Shane Clark as chief development officer and Michael Stoddard as vice president of IT. Both men bring extensive experience in their fields, positioning HTeaO for "continued growth and operational excellence" as the brand expands nationwide.
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Ex-NBA Player and Dallas Native Named Chief Basketball Adviser at JumpShot Live
by | Nov 1, 2024
Dallas Bryan Adams High School graduate and former NBA No. 1 draft pick Kenyon Martin has joined JumpShot Live, a basketball-themed eatertainment company that's establishing its HQ in the Dallas area.
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North Texas’ AMN Healthcare Names Veteran HR Exec as Chief People Officer
by | Nov 1, 2024
Watt brings more than two decades of strategic and operational experience to the Coppell-based healthcare staffing company, where she will lead the human resources function following the recent retirement of Carolyn Kenny.
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Dallas’ Stellar Service Brands Announces CEO Promotion

by | Nov 1, 2024
New CEO Jessica Wescott joined the multi-brand franchisor in June 2022 as chief operating officer and chief financial officer.
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Veteran Tech Executive Appointed CEO of Dallas’ MoneyGram International
by | Nov 1, 2024
Anthony Soohoo, who most recently led a digital transformation at Walmart's Home Division, succeeds Alex Holmes, who'd served as MoneyGram chairman and CEO since 2016.
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Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive Enterprises Relocates to Dallas, Launches Bitcoin-Focused Wealth Management Business
by | Nov 1, 2024
Founded in 2022, financial services firm Strive announced its relocation from Columbus, Ohio, to Dallas along with today's launch of its new wealth management business. Governor Greg Abbott cited the move as one more reason that "Y'all Street is growing rapidly in Dallas."
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Merriman Anderson Architects Adds New Director of Business Development
by | Oct 25, 2024
MAA said Quincy Haynes will help grow the firm's industry presence, cultivating both existing and new client relationships, and contribute to strategic planning and market analysis.
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