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General Counsel Exits MoneyGram To Be Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at Leading Crypto Firm

by | Jun 28, 2024
Robert Villasenor brings more than 25 years of experience to Seattle-based Coinme, where he will help navigate the industry’s legal and regulatory framework as Coinme grows.
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Former Symantec CMO Joins Zimperium to Lead Marketing Efforts

Zimperium, a Dallas-based global leader in mobile security backed by Liberty Strategic Capital and SoftBank, has named Michael Williams as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). According to the announcement, Williams brings over two decades of cybersecurity marketing experience to the role, positioning Zimperium for continued growth in the rapidly evolving mobile security landscape....

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Varsity Brands Appoints former Secret Service Agent as Chief Security Officer, Invests in Safety & Security Initiatives
by | Jun 28, 2024
In her new role, Lisa Olivieri will proactively manage Farmers Branch-based Varsity Brands' integrated security and safety efforts across the company, its events, competitions, offices, and facilities, the company said.
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Dallas-Based Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Names New CEO
Michael Marcely, who served as Interim Chief Executive Officer, will return to his role as Chief Financial Officer of OBE.
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Movate Bolsters Leadership Team With Two New C-Suite Executives

Digital technology and customer experience (CX) services provider Movate has announced the addition of two seasoned executives to its leadership team. Dariyus Setna and Chris Condon have been appointed as EVP and Chief Revenue Officers. Setna, who will oversee Digital Services, brings over 25 years of experience in the technology sector....

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Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas Set To Reopen in Dallas-Fort Worth
by | Jun 28, 2024
Five Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas closed down in Dallas-Fort Worth in recent weeks when a franchisee filed for bankruptcy. Then came the stunning news that Sony Pictures Entertainment had acquired the Austin-based company. Now—two weeks later—there's good news for local moviegoers.
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North Texas’ Sky Elements Earns Simon Cowell ‘Golden Buzzer’ on AGT; Ready To Dazzle DFW (and Beyond) With Fourth of July Drone Displays
by | Jun 28, 2024
The drone light show company dazzled the nation this month on "America's Got Talent" and snagged Guiness World Records last year for its innovative displays. In May, it became the first U.S. company to win FAA approval to fly fireworks-packed drones. Here's where they'll be performing in the coming week.
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The Last Word: Jennifer Bartkowski on Partnering with Toyota Connected on the GSNET ‘E for Engineering’ Patch
Today, TCNA welcomed Girl Scouts from the organization into its Plano HQ for career mentoring and to fulfill the requirements for the “E for Engineering” patch. The Scouts participated in a half day of activities including "how technology is implemented to make vehicles safer, how to use the scientific method in problem-solving, and mentorship from women in technology-related fields," TCNA said.
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Luxury Golf Resort Breaks Ground Near PGA Frisco, Guests ‘Can Hit From Their Hotel Rooms’

by | Jun 27, 2024
Aiming to appeal to all ages and levels of golfers, the Bays at Frisco is designed to be a unique social and entertainment hub that blends the traditional sport with modern technology. The four-story, 100K-SF "golf lab and suites" features a TaylorMade fitting center, a restaurant with a 100-foot video wall, a 25,000-SF putting area with bar, and more.
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Hari Mari Partners with Big‑Footed Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowler Zack Martin
by | Jun 27, 2024
The Dallas-based flip-flop brand needed someone with big feet—and an all-star national profile—to promote its new "Grande" sandal line. Now the fan-favorite "avid flip-flop wearer" on America's Team has stepped into the role.
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The Last Word: Lone Star Analysis CEO on the Power of ‘Evil Twins’ in Predictive Maintenance
by | Jun 26, 2024
"We want to know how the seeds of future failures are sown," Roemerman, CEO of the Dallas-based analytics firm, said in an announcement. "This kind of digital twin predicts what will fail, why it will fail, and when it will fail. In some cases, these predictions can see months into the future."
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Ready to Rule: Texas Gov. Abbott Names Judges for New Dallas and Fort Worth Business Courts
by | Jun 26, 2024
Texas' new statewide Business Courts—eventually 11 across Texas—are aimed at swift resolutions for complex commercial disputes. Dallas and Fort Worth join Houston, Austin, and San Antonio as the first wave of cities to host these specialized courts, opening on September 1.
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Patented: Stratis IoT’s Smart Lock System and More North Texas Inventive Activity

Dallas-Fort Worth ranked No. 8 for patents out of 250 metros for the week of June 11, 2024. 156 patents granted include: Digital Seat Media's systems and methods for delivering augmented reality content, Electronic Caregiver's remote physical therapy and assessment of patients, HighLevel's systems and methods for building funnel websites using artificial intelligence in a tiered software framework, Linear Labs' multi-tunnel electric machine, SmartDrive Systems' systems and methods for comparing driving performance for simulated driving, and Toyota Motor North America's autonomous seat sanitizing system for a vehicle.
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How Developers Are Building on Dallas’ History for the Future 
In this continuing series on real estate development in Southern Dallas, we introduce you to real estate professionals who are part of Innovan Neighborhood's Community Developers Roundtable. They’re working to bring new life to long-neglected areas of the city.      

The New Dallas Landscape, Part 6: Get on the bus! Members of the CDR and other stakeholders see how under-represented developers are growing their footprint, with support from the real estate community.  
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Centurion American Triples Down on Pilot Point with Third Development, Total of 7,300+ Planned Homes
by | Jun 25, 2024
Bryson Ranch joins two other Centurion American developments in this Texas Main Street City in northeast Denton County, including Creekview and Mobberly Farms. Centurion American said it will offer a range of contemporary and classic home options in its newest announced development.
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Rapper 2 Chainz Is Dallas-Based Smoothie King’s Newest Franchisee
by | Jun 25, 2024
“I visit Smoothie King at least twice a week, so this partnership has been a long time coming,” 2 Chainz said of his new Smoothie King kiosk inside Atlanta's State Farm Arena, where it will be unveiled Wednesday during the Atlanta Hawks NBA Draft Party.
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