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From left: Dana Donati, CEO of Breaking Down Barriers, with Gwen and Doug Parker, founders of BDB, at the Frontiers of Flight Museum [Photo: BDB]
How a Dallas-Based Nonprofit Called Breaking Down Barriers Is Helping Students Soar in the Aviation Industry
by Nicole Ward, DRC Data Journalist | Mar 18, 2025
Under CEO Dana Donati, the 501(c)(3) co-founded by former American Airlines CEO Doug Parker provides education and opportunities to those lacking the resources to pursue a career in aviation. In some cases, it all starts with a VR headset that puts them in the cockpit of an Airbus or a Boeing.
by Lance Murray |
Feb 13, 2025
American said that Heather Garboden's experience in revenue management and finance give her an understanding of what will be good for the health of the airline, as she oversees its newly created Customer Experience organization.
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by Quincy Preston |
Dec 16, 2024
Fort Worth's “explosive growth”—nearly 6% population growth since 2020—isn't happening by accident. It takes what Economic Development Director Robert Sturns calls "full-contact local government," a term once coined by the city manager to describe Fort Worth's unique approach to progress.
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by Quincy Preston and David Seeley |
Jul 26, 2024
Gauge Capital-backed RIP-IT, driven by a "built by women, for women" philosophy, has appointed Amy Craven as CMO to spearhead the launch of its innovative volleyball and softball shoes. Under the leadership of new CEO Janelle Anderson, the company is riding the global momentum around investment in women’s sports.
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Vasu Raja [Photo: American Airlines]
American Airlines’ EVP/Chief Commercial Officer To Leave Company
by Lance Murray | Jun 7, 2024
Vasu Raja has served as American’s chief commercial officer since April 2022.
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by Glenn Hunter |
May 7, 2024
From busting fuel bandits to revolutionizing customer experiences, AI is driving unprecedented improvements across industries. Over 650 business leaders gathered at the Dallas Regional Chamber's Convergence AI conference in Irving to learn how companies are harnessing artificial intelligence to stay ahead of the curve. Here are some of their key insights.
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by Glenn Hunter |
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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by Lance Murray |
Mar 4, 2024
The orders for AIrbus, Boeing, and Embraer aircraft are part of American's continued investment to expand premium seats across its narrowbody and regional fleets—while supporting the long-term strength of its domestic and short-haul international network. With the move, American says it will offer more premium seats than any other U.S. airline.
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Retired Navy Admiral William McRaven, left, and Jacobs CEO Bob Pragada discussed the value of experience at the Dallas Regional Chamber's annual meeting Wednesday. [Photo: Joseph Haubert/DRC]
‘A Sweet Moment in Time’: Dallas Regional Chamber Unveils Its 2024-2026 Strategic Plan During Annual Meeting at Fair Park
by Glenn Hunter | Jan 18, 2024
Cynt Marshall, 2024 chair of the Dallas Regional Chamber board of directors, urged chamber members to “seize the moment.” DRC President and CEO Dale Petroskey talked about a “once-in-a-lifetime chance” to remedy the region’s inequities. And Rafael Lizardi, Marshall’s predecessor as chair, said, “we got a lot done” in 2023, “but as always, there’s much left to do.”...
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by David Seeley |
Nov 28, 2023
As the inaugural customer of Graphyte, a North Carolina-based carbon removal startup, the Fort Worth-based airline has purchased 10,000 tons of carbon removal credits to be delivered in early 2025. Graphyte's technology turns biomass into "dense carbon blocks" that are wrapped and stored underground.
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by Lance Murray |
Oct 31, 2023
The hackathon is presented by BLACK ENTERPRISE, a leading Black-owned digital media brand dedicated to providing business, investment, and wealth-building resources for African Americans. Scheduled for this Thursday to Sunday, it will provide students with mentorship opportunities while showcasing their technical skills to the airline and its technology partners—resulting in potential job offers.
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by Quincy Preston |
Oct 25, 2023
Emerging from stealth in North Texas after 10+ years of R&D in Canada, PUG Interactive is out to prove there's a better way for brands to engage people. "Dallas-Fort Worth is the birthplace of loyalty," says Steve Bocska, PUG's CEO. "We're disrupting loyalty. What better place to do it than where loyalty was created?"
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American Airlines' new $100 million catering facility at DFW Airport. [Photo: American Airlines]
See Inside: American Airlines’ New $100M High-Tech Catering Facility at DFW Airport
by Lance Murray | Sep 13, 2023
More than three times the size of a football field, the facility is the largest airline catering kitchen in the U.S., the Fort Worth-based airline says. Its innovative design "allows American to cater flights more efficiently," while more than 100 new catering trucks rush meals and drinks to catch flights on time.
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by Lance Murray |
Aug 29, 2023
The organization said the board signifies a "robust and resolute commitment to attracting and recruiting businesses to Fort Worth," one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
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by Lance Murray |
Jul 31, 2023
NASA's first X-plane could reduce fuel consumption and emissions up to 30% compared to today's domestic fleet of airplanes, Boeing said. The design could be used by planes of different sizes and missions and may benefit from folding wing tips to accommodate existing airport infrastructure.
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by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report |
Jun 29, 2023
On the hunt for a resourceful, cost-effective solution to your company's tech challenges or project pileup? Or maybe you need a product prototype. UTDesign Capstone is now open for company project applications for Fall 2023. But hurry—the window of opportunity closes soon.
Check out these past projects. One of them is bound to spark an idea for yours..
Check out these past projects. One of them is bound to spark an idea for yours..
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