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Executive moves, new appointments, and honors across Dallas-Fort Worth.
Lexipol CEO Jack Blaha [Photo: Leixpol]
Frisco-Based Lexipol Appoints Former Lone Wolf Exec as CEO
by Sandra Engelland | Feb 4, 2026
An Army veteran, Jack Blaha brings decades of experience leading vertical software and technology-enabled services companies to Lexipol, a leading provider of solutions supporting public safety readiness.
by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 30, 2026
After serving in CEO posts at Denny's and Red Lobster and as president of Chili's Bar & Grill, Kelli Valade will now lead the Dallas-based Women's Foodservice Forum, heading its professional staff and working with industry leaders to foster leadership development and create "limitless opportunities" for individuals, and for the companies they serve.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 29, 2026
With more than two decades of experience building and scaling B2B SaaS platforms, Bala Pitchandi has led technology organizations across healthcare, proptech, and communications through critical growth phases
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 29, 2026
Mike Shufeldt will lead revenue strategy and commercial execution, strengthening XBP's shift toward accelerated, scalable, and client-focused growth in the Americas.
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Inaugural Class of the 2026 Texas Disability Hall of Fame (left to right): Neva Fairchild, Charmaine Solomon, and Clay Boatright. [Photos: North Texas Disability Chamber]
Inaugural Class Announced for 2026 Texas Disability Hall of Fame
by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report | Jan 29, 2026
Neva Fairchild, Charmaine Solomon, and Clay Boatright will be honored at a North Texas Disability Chamber event on Feb. 6 at the Robinson Fine Arts Center in Plano. The event is free and open to the public. Here's how to RSVP.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 28, 2026
Jonathan Bennett brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across retail, distribution, and building products to the Fort Worth-based company. Most recently, he served as president of the Northern Division at Beacon Building Products.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 28, 2026
Before joining Revere Capital, Clarisa Lindenmeyer served as chief of staff and chief brand officer at Dallas-based Gig Wage. She also founded Proximity to Power, a boutique consultancy that focuses on C-suite strategy and brand architecture for clients including Children’s Health, Boone Pickens Capital, Enterprise Ireland, and The Department of Homeland Security.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 28, 2026
As the managing principal, longtime company executive Eric Vroonland will drive the market’s strategy for growth, business development, social impact, and other strategic initiatives, Deloitte said.
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GDT Chief Strategy Officer Suzanne Becker Gallagher (left), and CFO Fachtna Keohane [Photos: GDT]
IT Infrastructure Solutions Co. GDT Names New Chief Strategy Officer, New CFO
by Sandra Engelland | Jan 22, 2026
GDT said that the leadership additions strengthen its ability to help customers modernize, scale, and operate with confidence.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 22, 2026
As CEO, Johannes Michalsky will build upon Premier's expertise spanning key real estate development sectors, including hospitality, multifamily residential, student housing, and mixed-use developments, the firm said.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 22, 2026
Michael Lahoud previously served as co-managing partner of Stream and has been with the firm for 15 years. The move comes five months after funds managed by NYC-based Apollo acquired a majority interest in the company from Dallas' Stream Realty Partners.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 22, 2026
"Philanthropy—in its truest sense—is about passion for connection and humanity, and this team was intentionally built to help change agents unlock generosity through the intersection of deep strategic thinking, creative storytelling, and innovative execution," said new CEO Kevin Jones.
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Zhijian “James” Chen, Ph.D., a professor of molecular biology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, is a winner of the 2026 Japan Prize in Life Sciences. [Video still: UTSW]
UT Southwestern Biochemist To Receive Prestigious 2026 Japan Prize in Life Sciences
by Sandra Engelland | Jan 21, 2026
Zhijian “James” Chen is receiving the prize for his discoveries about the immune system, including cGAS, which "acts as the body’s burglar alarm to trigger defense from invading pathogens," UTSW said. Numerous winners of the Japan Prize have gone on to win the Nobel Prize for their achievements.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 15, 2026
As president, Jason Zhang will continue to partner with fellow co-founder Wes Cummins (who remains as chairman and CEO) to chart the company's course as it advances through the next phase of AI infrastructure growth, Applied Digital said.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 15, 2026
An experienced leader who has built strong client relationships, fostered consistent revenue growth, and led cross-functional teams toward successful business outcomes, Matt Smith takes on the role after eight years of increasing leadership responsibilities at Bottle Rocket, the agency said.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jan 14, 2026
Shelly Patman has supported multiple acquisitions, international workforce expansion, significant internal advancement, organizational restructuring, and the hiring of more than 1,000 employees, the Dallas-based company said.
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