AI 75

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Armor Taps Tech Veteran as CEO to Scale While Founder Focuses on Innovation

by | Nov 5, 2026
Former Fujitsu Intelligence CEO Nicholas Lee takes the helm at the Plano-based cybersecurity and compliance services company while founder Chris Drake pivots from CEO to chief innovation officer.
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Nominations for AI 75 2026 are open now. Deadline: Dec. 19, 2025.
Meet the 2026 AI 75 Innovators: From the C‑Suite to the Lab Bench in Dallas-Fort Worth
Dallas Innovates and our partners at the Dallas Regional Chamber spotlight the names you need to know in Dallas-Fort Worth's AI economy.
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Nominations for AI 75 2026 are open now. Deadline: Dec. 19, 2025.
Last Call: Nominate for the Dallas Innovates 2026 AI 75 by Dec. 19
For the third year, Dallas Innovates, in partnership with the Dallas Regional Chamber, will spotlight 75 people leading AI innovation in North Texas.
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AI 75 Categories

AI Visionary – leaders and thought leaders shaping the future of AI

AI Maverick – pioneers behind novel AI technologies

AI Transformer – practitioners revolutionizing industries through AI adoption

AI Champion – community leaders and allies supporting the growth of AI

AI Catalyst – investors and strategic enablers driving AI progress

AI Academic – educators, researchers, and scientists on the cutting edge of new discoveries

AI Impact Innovator – leaders advancing AI for social good, public benefit, or global impact

Help us find the next wave of AI innovators

We’re already looking ahead to next year’s list—and we welcome your suggestions....

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The first-ever AI 75 — the most innovative people in artificial intelligence in Dallas-Fort Worth — is revealed on May 2 at Convergence AI.

Presenting the First-Ever AI 75: Meet the Most Innovative Leaders in Artificial Intelligence in Dallas-Fort Worth

by | May 2, 2024
Dallas Innovates, the Dallas Regional Chamber, and Dallas AI have teamed up to launch the inaugural AI 75 list. The 2024 program honors the most significant people in AI in DFW in seven categories—the visionaries, creators, and influencers you need to know.
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Partners Kick Off AI 75 2024: Dallas‑Fort Worth’s ‘Most Innovative’ People in Artificial Intelligence
by | Feb 20, 2024
Dallas Innovates, the Dallas Regional Chamber, and Dallas AI are teaming up to launch the new AI 75 program at Capital Factory's Future of AI Salon today. The first-ever list will recognize Dallas-Fort Worth innovators in artificial intelligence. Nominations are open through March 20.
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