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The DEC Network at Fort Worth is located at 600 Bryan Ave., Suite 220. [Photo: The DEC]
The DEC Network Partners With Charles Schwab Bank to Expand Services for Entrepreneurs in Fort Worth
by Sandra Engelland | Sep 16, 2026
The DEC Network's updated Fort Worth space accommodates Spanish-language workshops, coworking and more.
by Lance Murray |
Feb 25, 2025
From startup evangelists to visionary leaders, community-voted awards recognize excellence across the North Texas ecosystem.
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by Lance Murray |
Jun 19, 2024
Community members are encouraged to vote for their favorite nominees before June 21.
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by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report |
Jan 31, 2024
Formally known as the Entrepreneur of Color Credit Enhancement Fund, the program will provide loan guarantees and loan-readiness assistance to growth-oriented businesses.
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From left: AOL Co-Founder Steve Case, rapper-turned-investor Chamillionaire, beer entrepreneur and Hall of Fame Cowboys Quarterback Troy Aikman, Buzzballz Merrilee Kick, and Nextdoor Co-Founder Nirav Tolia.
Dallas Startup Week 2023: Where Big Names and Big Ideas Power North Texas Entrepreneurs
by Quincy Preston | Sep 6, 2023
The DEC Networks' eighth Dallas Startup Week, hosted at UNT Frisco from September 10-14, features entrepreneur and Hall of Famer Troy Aikman, AOL's Steve Case, Nextdoor Co-founder Nirav Tolia, rapper-turned-investor Chamillionaire, and BuzzBallz CEO Merrilee Kick among its 200 speakers and 100 events.
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by Lance Murray |
May 22, 2023
The Fort Worth Local Development Corp. approved $500,000 over two years to create the Fort Worth Entrepreneurship Center. The center will be operated by The DEC Network in the city's Near Southside neighborhood, according to the Fort Worth Report.
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by Lance Murray |
May 8, 2023
Presented by The DEC Network and Capital One, the completely virtual summit is open to all women entrepreneurs looking to connect with like-minded individuals and take their businesses to the next level. Topics will include building a brand without burning out, prioritization strategies for moms, and mastering financial confidence, among others. Find out more—including how to register for the summit.
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by Lance Murray |
Mar 14, 2023
The DEC Network, which marks its 10th anniversary this year, is gearing up for its 2023 State of Entrepreneurship event—the first-ever in Frisco. Dubbed 'the Super Bowl for Entrepreneurs' in North Texas, the annual gathering brings together game-changing startups and innovative business leaders.
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Left to right: Bill Chinn, Lisa Tran, Simon Mak, and Sanjiv Yajnik
Dallas Startup Week Slated for August with 5 days, 100+ Events, and 200+ Speakers
by Leslie Barker | Jan 13, 2022
Hosted by The DEC Network and powered by Capital One, the five-day showcase is North Texas’ largest event focused on driving entrepreneurial success, economic impact, and innovation.
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by Alex Edwards |
Jul 1, 2021
A new strategic and operational partnership will accelerate startup growth and increase investor funding, the organizations say.
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by Quincy Preston |
May 7, 2021
The hybrid event in August will take place in person at SMU and virtually. The seventh annual Dallas Startup Week powered by Capital One is Dallas-Fort Worth's largest event focused on driving entrepreneurial success, economic impact, and innovation in the region.
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by Alex Edwards |
May 6, 2021
Here's our rundown of each speaker, award, and Q&A from the Dallas Entrepreneur Center's annual State of Entrepreneurship.
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Heidi Potthoff [Image: Courtesy The DEC Network]
Managing Madness with a Mentor: Meet Heidi Potthoff, Founder of HMP Mufasa
by Bill Chinn, CEO, The DEC | Jul 23, 2020
"Mentoring is not just scheduling a monthly meeting with a checkpoint. Mentoring to me is fully engaging in the brand—to be a champion to the CEO," says Potthoff.
The ongoing pandemic has helped Potthoff support the acceleration of entrepreneurs, she says.
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by Bill Chinn, CEO, The DEC |
Jul 9, 2020
Mattress Firm's Dzura speaks with The DEC Network's Bill Chinn on what he thinks the "new business normal" will look like, how to take care of both associates as well as customers, and the importance of one-on-one mentorship.
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by Bill Chinn, CEO, The DEC |
Jun 25, 2020
Mary Dee, the CXO advisor of MadLove Agency, shares her advice on being candid, letting mentors know they are appreciated, and meeting your mentee where they are at.
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by Bill Chinn, CEO, The DEC |
Jun 11, 2020
Dennis Cail, Co-Founder and CEO of Zirtue, shares his advice on being open and honest about things regardless of the situation, investing in yourself before others invest in you, and building a relationship with your mentor face-to-face (virtually, for now).
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