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In a ‘First,’ Perimeter’s Claire AI‑Enabled Imaging Device for Breast Cancer Surgery Gains FDA Approval

by | Mar 4, 2026
Designated by the FDA as a Breakthrough Device, Claire is designed to enhance surgeons' ability to detect difficult-to-see cancer during breast-conserving surgery and potentially reduce the need for re-operations.
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The Last Word: Texas Wins the Governor’s Cup for a 14th Straight Year—and Site Selection Says ‘the Dynasty Continues’
by | Mar 4, 2026
The state attracted more than 1,400 projects and $75 billion in capital investment in 2025 — more than twice the projects of the second-ranked state.
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Brinker International Promotes Exec to EVP/Chief Marketing Officer
by | Mar 4, 2026
During his four years as SVP and CMO of Chili's, George Felix has helped return the brand to category leadership in both sales and traffic growth, Brinker said—resulting in Brinker International's market cap increasing from $1.3 billion at the start of his tenure to $6.25 billion as of March 2, 2026. He'll now try to bring some of that magic to Maggiano's Little Italy, too.
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IKEA To Open First Dallas Store Next Week Near NorthPark
by | Mar 4, 2026
It's not as cavernous as the ones in Frisco and other North Texas cities—the ones with aisles so endless, you can lose track of the space-time continuum. But the IKEA opening in Dallas next week offers something huge: location.
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Dallas-Based 3PL Provider WWEX Group To Be Acquired by Chicago’s Thoma Bravo

by | Mar 3, 2026
After the deal closes, Thoma Bravo will combine WWEX Group with its existing portfolio company Auctane, a leading global tech company offering intelligent shipping and fulfillment products such as ShipStation, Stamps.com, Metapack, and Packlink.
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Rogers Healy & Assoc. Real Estate Brokerage Merges With Compass
by | Mar 3, 2026
Serial entrepreneur Rogers Healy said he plans to remain involved in real estate but will focus on venture capital endeavors with his own Morrison Seger Venture Partners, noting "it's game time!"
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TOCA Social Launches Friday at Grandscape With Brandon Aubrey as an Investor
by | Mar 3, 2026
Just months before North Texas becomes a global epicenter of FIFA World Cup fervor, the soccer-driven entertainment concept is launching its first U.S. venue in The Colony this week. Interactive soccer-based games powered by proprietary ball-delivery and tracking technology will be on tap, along with "chef-driven food, craft cocktails, and vibrant social spaces."
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Listen Up: ShyBoy Hi‑Fi Bar Is Opening in Downtown Dallas
by | Mar 3, 2026
With roots in Tokyo’s post-WWII “jazz kissas,” Shyboy is inspired by other hi-fi listening bars around the world. The only venue in Dallas to feature custom-made loudspeaker systems by OJAS, Shyboy is centered on "deep listening," cutting-edge sound, and immersive design.
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Manufacturing Institute President Carolyn Lee delivers the annual State of the Manufacturing Workforce Address at NTT DATA's North American headquarters in Plano on Feb. 25, 2026. [Screenshot/NAM YouTube]

Manufacturing Institute President Says ‘Workforce Is Not a Side Issue. It Is the Strategy’ During North Texas Tour Stop

by | Feb 26, 2026
The National Association of Manufacturers brought its 2026 State of Manufacturing Tour to NTT DATA’s Plano headquarters, where NAM CEO Jay Timmons and Manufacturing Institute President Carolyn Lee urged employers to lead the industry’s AI-era workforce shift.
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Data Security Solutions Firm Netwrix Adds Two to C‑Suite
by | Feb 26, 2026
The appointments of Nick Dahm as CFO and Sasha Yendle as chief people officer strengthen Netwrix's executive leadership as organizations increasingly seek a comprehensive approach to identity and data security, the Frisco company said.
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American Beacon Partners Names Former Aflac Global Exec as CFO
by | Feb 26, 2026
With more than three decades of C-suite leadership experience, John Linnehan will direct company financial activities including treasury, accounting, tax, financial planning and analysis, risk management, reporting, and capital management to foster sustainable growth.
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Multifamily-Focused Anterra Management Names New President & CEO
by | Feb 26, 2026
Jonathan Shopay was appointed as Anterra's new president and CEO in January. He succeeded Bill Daves, who will continue to serve as chairman, providing continuity and strategic oversight.
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Plano-Based PepsiCo Foods Crunches Into Protein Craze With ‘Doritos Protein’

by | Feb 26, 2026
The new product aims to offer high protein while maintaining the "tasty, bold flavor and iconic crunch" that has defined Doritos for generations, said Plano-based PepsiCo Foods U.S. It's just one of the many new "functional" snack options the company is rolling out of North Texas.
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Ericsson Demos Drone Detection ‘Breakthrough’ at Its U.S. HQ in Plano
by | Feb 26, 2026
The proof-of-concept test detected drones using Ericsson's massive-MIMO radios, showcasing the network's ability to track unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) within surrounding airspace. The technology aims to bolster national security while leading to safer skies and smarter cities, Ericsson said.
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MP Materials To Build ’10X,’ a $1.25B Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing Campus in North Texas
by | Feb 26, 2026
To be located in Northlake within Hillwood's AllianceTexas development, 10X will be close to MP’s existing Independence rare earth magnet facility in Fort Worth. The new campus will create over 1,500 jobs and "will cement North Texas as the center of gravity for the United States’ rare earth magnet supply chain," MP said.
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Community Hospitals Corp. Appoints New COO
by | Feb 25, 2026
Justin Doss' appointment reinforces Plano-based CHC's continued investment in bolstering operations, improving patient outcomes, and strengthening long-term sustainability for community healthcare providers, the company said.
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