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The Marketing Arm Agency Makes CEO, Executive Chairman Moves

by | Jan 26, 2023

Dallas-based agency The Marketing Arm has promoted President Trina Roffino to chief executive officer and elevated previous CEO Andrew Robinson to the new role of executive chairman.

TMA is an agency specializing in creating “cultural resonance for brands,” and is part of the Omnicom Advertising Collective, a division of Omnicom Group Inc.,...

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Twisted X Partners With Cook’s Children’s on Patient-Designed Footwear Collection
by | Jan 26, 2023
The newest collection from Twisted X, a handcrafted footwear brand known for its comfort tech and sustainability mindset, includes four unique styles designed by patients at the medical center, with the help of designer Tuan Lee. The company, which started in 2005 with roots in philanthropy, will donate 100% of wholesale proceeds from every pair of shoes sold from the collection directly to Cook Children’s. "We know that little steps can make a big impact and our hope is to raise awareness within the Western industry for the amazing care provided at Cook Children's in order to give back to those who need it most," said Twisted X CEO Prasad Reddy.
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RREAF Holdings Announces Multiple Promotions, Hires to Boost Continued Expansion
by | Jan 26, 2023

Dallas-based private real estate investment and development firm RREAF Holdings announced a number of promotions and hires across the company as it continues to expand across its six platforms to meet unprecedented growth.

Graham Sowden, former director of acquisitions, has been promoted to chief investment officer. Tony Perez, previously director of asset management, has been promoted to vice president of asset management....

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Professional Services Giant Jacobs Announces New EVP/Chief Financial Officer
by | Jan 26, 2023

Dallas-based Jacobs announced that Claudia Jaramillo will become executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective Aug. 14. Jacobs is one of the largest professional companies in the world.

She currently is executive vice president, strategy and corporate development, and she will succeed Kevin Berryman, who will then serve as special advisor to Jacobs Chief Executive Officer Bob Pragada, who assumed that role earlier this month succeeding Steve Demetriou....

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Schumacher Electric Partners with GreenMarbles on EV Charger Products

by | Jan 26, 2023
GreenMarbles will be a wholesale distributor and will supply Fort Worth-based Schumacher's EV Series chargers to builders, solar, and utility companies and also serve as its premier installation partner for residential and commercial needs. Schumacher said the partnership comes on the heels of the recent launch of its new EV Level 2 Charger.
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Plano-based Hilti NA Launches New Time-Saving Digital Layout Tool
Labor shortages continue to hit many industries, including construction. To help address that, Plano-based Hilti North America has released a new camera-based "single operator" digital layout tool designed to save time and make jobsite layout crews more productive. The tech behind the new Hilti 400 brings improved accuracy, faster layout speed, advanced prism tracking, and auto calibration, the company says—all while requiring  "minimal training to use."
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DataBank Appoints Industry Veteran as SVP of Managed Services
by | Jan 25, 2023

DataBank, the Dallas-based provider of enterprise-class colocation, interconnection, and managed services, appointed Jennifer Curry senior vice president of managed services.

“At DataBank, we recognize that data centers are the center of the connected world,” DataBank CEO Raul Martynek said in a statement....

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After HQ Move to Dallas, EoS Fitness Opens First Texas Location in Euless
Back in May, Phoenix-based gym chain EoS Fitness announced it was moving its HQ to Dallas as part of its expansion plans into Texas. Today it announced the opening of its first gym in Texas at 2401 Rio Grande Blvd. in Euless. With more than 100 locations open or in development nationwide, the chain plans to open additional locations in Fort Worth and DeSoto later this year, and several in Houston in February.
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Ohio Company Acquires McKinney-based Bakery, Dessert Maker Cookies-n-Milk

by | Jan 25, 2023

McKinney-based bakery and dessert manufacturer Cookies-n-Milk has been acquired by Ohio-based JTM Foods, a portfolio company of Tenex Capital Management, a New York City-based investment firm.

Dallas-based Pinecrest Capital Partners served as exclusive adviser to Cookies-n-Milk in the deal. No financial terms of the deal were released.

Founded in 1993 by Mike and Cindy Blasko, Cookies-n-Milk historically has produced fully baked cookies, brownies, blondies, and doughnut holes, and recently has become a leader in the edible cookie dough category....

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The Last Word: Vistra’s Sam Sen on the TXU Energy Connected Conservation Program
by | Jan 25, 2023
The new TXU Energy Connected Conservation program enables anyone with an eligible thermostat to take a more significant role in energy conservation. By agreeing to small, gradual, automatic temperature adjustments during peak consumption periods, customers will help conserve energy across Texas—using less and saving more.
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Comerica Inc. Promotes Three Executives to Newly Established Positions
by | Jan 25, 2023

Dallas-based Comerica Inc.is promoting three executives to newly established positions, effective Jan. 27.

Peter Sefzik, executive vice president, executive director of Commercial Bank, will assume the role of senior executive vice president and chief banking officer. Megan Crespi, EVP, chief enterprise technology and operations services officer, will become senior EVP, chief operating officer....

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Illinois Retail Logistics Company Expands Operations to North Texas
by | Jan 25, 2023
RJW Logistics Group Inc., a leading provider of retail logistics solutions for consumer-packaged goods, is leasing 600,000 square feet at Mesquite's new Alcott Logistics Station and expects to bring over 200 jobs to the region.
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Solera Integrates AutoPoint Journey and Lojack, Boosting Auto Dealer Capabilities

by | Jan 24, 2023

Westlake-based Solera, a global leader in vehicle lifecycle management, said it has completed an integration between two industry-leading vehicle solutions, AutoPoint Journey and LoJack, to create new capabilities that help auto dealers better reach customers.

With this integration, Solera said that dealers can deliver targeted notifications to LoJack customers, leading to closely coordinated marketing, consistent messaging, and centralized performance metrics....

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Charles Schwab Corp. Acquires The Family Wealth Alliance
by | Jan 24, 2023
Westlake-based Schwab said that Schwab Advisor Services and The Family Wealth Alliance will deliver the collective capabilities of industrywide relationships, thought leadership resources, and connections—along with technology—to drive growth and success for professionals and organizations focused on ultra-high net worth clients.
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New CEO Takes Command at Dallas-based Jacobs
by | Jan 24, 2023

Bob Pragada took the reins of leadership Tuesday as CEO of Dallas-based Jacobs, one of the largest professional services companies in the world. 

Following its leadership succession plan announced in September, Pragada also is expected to join the company’s board of directors upon certification of the results of its annual meeting....

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UNT HSC at Fort Worth Offers Free Health Care to Performing Artists Through Late April
by | Jan 24, 2023
Singer with sore throat? Dancer with damaged knee? Actor with active infection? You're all in luck—the UNT Health Science Center at Fort Worth is offering free health care for performing artists through late April. Funded by an anonymous donor, the free clinic is being provided by UNT HSC's Performing Arts Medicine Clinic, whose on-site physicians treat dancers, actors, vocalists, and instrumentalists of all ages and skill levels.
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