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

 

NETSTREIT Names Industry Veteran as its New CFO/Treasurer

by | Apr 7, 2023

Daniel P. Donlan has been appointed as chief financial officer and treasurer of real estate investment trust NETSTREIT Corp., effective April 10.

Donlan will be based at the company’s headquarters in Dallas.

CEO Mark Manheimer said Donlan’s “extensive capital markets, investor relations, and net lease industry experience will be invaluable” as the company continues to “opportunistically raise growth capital and source high-quality investments to produce strong risk-adjusted returns,” In a statement, the CEO also expressed his appreciation towards Lori Wittman for taking on the role of interim Chief Financial Officer during the search....

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NEC Corp. of America Names New President/CEO; Aligns with NEC Europe
by | Apr 6, 2023

NEC Corp. of America announced Chris Jackson as the new president and CEO of the Irving-based provider and integrator of advanced IT, communications, networking, and biometric solutions....

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Ever.Ag Names Veteran Leader to New Position of President
by | Apr 6, 2023

Mike Sargent has joined Frisco-based Ever.Ag, a provider of supply chain software and financial services for the agriculture industry, in the new position of president.

Sargent will be responsible for bringing strategic focus and operational excellence to drive further innovation in the Ever.Ag...

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UNT Dallas Names Veteran Administrator as VP of Enrollment Management, Student Affairs
by | Apr 6, 2023

The University of North Texas at Dallas has named Dr. Jose E. da Silva to the newly created position of vice president for enrollment management and student affairs....

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Cody Kiser has been named Fort Worth Market President of Crossfirst Bank.

CrossFirst Bank Expands Texas Presence to Fort Worth, Names Market President

by | Apr 6, 2023

Kansas-based CrossFirst Bank is entering the Fort Worth market and has named veteran Fort Worth banker Cody Kiser as market president.

CrossFirst Bank is a subsidiary of CrossFirst Bankshares Inc. of Leawood, Kansas, and the bank said it has received regulatory approval to open a full-service bank at 100 Throckmorton St.,...

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UNT Names Pioneering Researcher, Inventor as New College of Engineering Dean
by | Apr 6, 2023

Paul S. Krueger has been named the new dean of the College of Engineering at The University of North Texas, effective June 1.

“The College of Engineering is home to some of UNT’s fastest growing programs, and I am excited to see the college continue to thrive under Dr....

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Dallas Independent Ad Agency Firehouse Announces 3 Promotions
by | Apr 5, 2023

Dallas-based independent ad agency Firehouse announced the promotions of three female leaders.

Principals Erica Baker and Megan Ward have been promoted to partner, while Emily Black was promoted to principal in addition to her role as group account director....

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Mohr Partners Adds Commercial Real Estate Veteran as Managing Director
by | Apr 4, 2023

Mohr Partners Inc., a top-three global occupier-focused corporate real estate services firm, has hired Russell Gum as managing director of client solutions.

Gum, a 26-year corporate real estate veteran, will be based at Mohr Partners’ global headquarters in Dallas and report directly to Chief Commercial Officer Misti Meggs....

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Toyota Motor North America today has appointed Tellis Bethel as chief diversity officer (CDO), Toyota Motor North America.

Toyota Motor North America Appoints Chief Diversity Officer

by | Apr 4, 2023
Tellis Bethel will lead Toyota's longstanding efforts to advance diversity and inclusion through an integrated, holistic strategy that addresses the workplace, the marketplace, and society and reflects its core value of respect for people, the company said.
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Ken Hersh To Receive World Affairs Council Award for Advancing North Texas’ International Profile
by | Apr 3, 2023
Kenneth Hersh, president and CEO of the George W. Bush Presidential Library and a renowned investor and philanthropist, will be honored with the 2023 H. Neil Mallon Award from the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth.

The announcement comes on the heels of the publication of Hersh's recently released book, "The Fastest Tortoise: Winning in Industries I Knew Nothing About," which offers readers a glimpse into the life lessons that have influenced his success, from co-founding a private equity investment firm to managing his family investment office.
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UNT Hires Innovative Educator as Vice Provost for Student Success
by | Mar 31, 2023

The University of North Texas has named longtime educator Lisa McIntyre as its new vice provost for student success, where she will lead UNT’s strategic efforts to support students throughout their academic journey and prepare them for career success....

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Unleashed Brands Welcomes HR Veteran as New Chief People Officer

by | Mar 31, 2023

Dallas-based franchise growth-focused platform Unleashed Brands is expanding its leadership by hiring Diane Sanford as chief people officer.

Among the platform’s brands are Urban Air Adventure Park, Snapology, The Little Gym, XP League, Class 101, and Premier Martial Arts.

Unleashed Brands and its affiliated companies have seen significant growth over the past year, according to founder and CEO Michael O....

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Chargeback Gurus Names New Chief Executive, Chief Marketing Officer
by | Mar 31, 2023

Chargeback Gurus, a McKinney-based leader in chargeback prevention and revenue recovery services for e-commerce payments, has announced new leadership changes.

Tim Tynan, a board member with extensive experience in fintech and financial services, has been appointed as the company’s new chief executive officer....

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DFW Alliance of Technology and Women Names Board Officers, Committee Chairs
by | Mar 31, 2023
The organization has a mission to boost the number of women in leadership positions and empower girls to pursue careers in technology.
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Brazos Residential Taps 30-Year Industry Veteran as Chief Operating Officer
by | Mar 31, 2023
Michele Flores has spent three decades in the multifamily industry, serving various roles in property management, including her most recent position as president of S2 Residential. She has led property operations for over 60,000 units cumulatively.
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