Dallas Innovates

Gene Taylor and Josh Ellis

Real Estate Brokerage NATIVE Launches With New App

by | Dec 12, 2017
Josh Ellis and Gene Taylor created NATIVE to offer an innovative mix of proprietary technology and experienced agent advisers.
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TWU Introduces Flavor Chemistry Program to Address Local Industry Needs
by | Dec 11, 2017
It’s the only flavor chemistry-focused university food science programs in the U.S., according to Shane Broughton chair of TWU's Nutrition and Food Sciences department.
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On Tap: Energy Forum, Call of Duty World League & Smart Gigabit Cities App Challenge
Browse our curated selection of events to plan your next week — and beyond.
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Boss Fight Entertainment Moving its HQ to Watters Creek in Allen

by | Dec 8, 2017
The move to One Bethany East gives video gaming company Boss Fight Entertainment improved technology — and a boost in recruiting top talent from around the country.
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Funding Roundup: Frisco Wearable Tech Startup Raises $95K, Burleson Project Gets $900K Incentive
by | Dec 8, 2017
From startup capital to state incentives, take a look at recent funding announcements with Dallas ties.
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Founders Live
Founders Live to Hold Monthly Live-Streamed Pitches at NoD
by | Dec 7, 2017
Companies have exactly 99 seconds to pitch their startup, followed by a question and answer session with the audience.
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Plano ISD
Sneak Peek: Here’s a Look at Plano ISD’s New Fine Arts Center
by | Dec 7, 2017
The facility will feature a 1,500-seat multipurpose performance hall, rehearsal space, black box theater, and art gallery.
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Ben Davis and Emmitt Smith

Jerry Jones-Affiliated Firm Invests in The Gents Place

by | Dec 6, 2017
The Gents Place, an upscale Dallas lifestyle club that offers men's grooming and other services, plans to open 150 franchised locations over the next five years.
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TAS Environment Services Acquires Delmar Disposal
by | Dec 6, 2017
With the addition of Delmar, TAS said it now manages DFW’s largest 24/7 industrial vacuum fleet with more than 25 local units.
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Richardson To Host Another Smart Cities App Challenge
by | Dec 6, 2017
Two app developers will have the chance to win up to $10,000 each for their solutions developed to address the community issue posed during the Dec. 14 program event.
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As Corporate Printing Business Declines, Pioneer OKI Data Finds New Purpose in Garments
by | Dec 6, 2017
Irving-based OKI Data Americas is diversifying with food and medicine labels and its garment printing technology, which can be used on fabrics difficult to print on before.
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Impact Shares

Impact Shares Creates Funds With NAACP, YWCA

by | Dec 5, 2017
The Dallas-based exchange-traded fund issuer and investment manager created a new and innovative platform for clients wanting to maximize social impact with market returns.
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Common Desk
Common Desk Acquires Local Coffee Shop
by | Dec 5, 2017
The Dallas coworking company is getting into the coffee business buying local shop, Method Coffee.
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Dubai
Topgolf Plans to Tee Up Dubai Entertainment Venue in 2019
by | Dec 5, 2017
The three-tier facility will resemble the Topgolf venues in the U.S. and will be the company's first location in the Middle East.
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Gemmy
Varidesk Parent Introduces Alexa-Controlled Lights
by | Dec 4, 2017
Coppell-based Gemmy Industries is an innovator in the area of novelties and animation, and brought the world Big Mouth Billy Bass.
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