In this week's roundup of hires and promotions in North Texas, you'll also find news from INTRUSION, Enseo, ParkHub, Capital Alliance Corp., UNT, Stream Data Centers, OneDay, Caris Life Sciences, and more.
"It's larger than every other problem that we face, probably combined," says Texas Commissioner of Education Mike Morath. The long-term economic impact of pandemic-driven learning loss in Texas could total as much as $2 trillion.
An expert panel discusses the challenges—and what's being done about it.
Students and recent alumni of Southern Methodist University will have the opportunity to be a part of an "intense and enriching" 6-month program—and a chance to compete for funding.
L. Michelle Smith—CEO and founder of no silos communications, a local tech-enabled media, content, talent development and strategic communications firm—believes women of color have been left out because they have not had access to the tools that most people inside of corporations have been afforded. She's here to offer them, for free, in her new book: “No Thanks: 7 Ways to Say I’ll Just Include Myself.”
Spot Parking, which creates a digital twin of parking spaces in cities, universities, and more, is looking to set up operations in Dallas-Fort Worth to back its strategy for entering the U.S. market.
LinkedIn analyzed 10 emerging U.S. cities it deems best at attracting a growing number of job seekers. Topping the local list in order: AT&T, Lockheed Martin, and American Airlines.
The two tech giants are releasing new solutions across their edge computing portfolios to help businesses "deliver unique experiences to their customers"—today and into the future.
The U.S. Innovation and Competition Act, which passed in May, has the power to develop 20 tech hubs throughout the United States. According to Tech Titans' CEO Bill Sproull, Dallas-Fort Worth could be a strong contender for one of those spots.
Nonprofit BUiLT is hosting the event to highlight the success and possibilities of Black tech talent in the region. “There is no talent pipeline problem,” says Peter Beasley, co-founder of the Blacks United in Leading Technology International. “Black tech talent is widely available, especially in North Texas.”
Two local brothers are preparing to open the city's first "social" boutique hotel this summer. The new approach puts guests in micro-rooms in exchange for access to luxurious elements sourced from around the world at a lower rate. Geared toward frequent travelers, the hostel-meets-luxury model provides group spaces, curated travel itineraries, and daily activity recommendations.
Mahugh lives by DeliverFund’s unofficial motto: “Our business is crushing evil … and business is good!” The Dallas-based nonprofit, which is run by a distributed team of former CIA, Special Ops, and law enforcement personnel, uses open-source intelligence and proprietary software to analyze the activity of human traffickers in the U.S. and help law enforcement take them down.
After spending time in San Francisco, Dev Gupta (who designed the Dallas Innovates logo in 2015) moved back to Dallas to launch his own digital design studio. Armed with experience from working with clients like Google, Toyota, and Twitter on user interface design, the CEO and founder of Not Dev is bullish on his hometown—and building a company based on remote work, young local talent, and a nontraditional way of operating.
Laura Freeland will lead the membership organization that works to address transportation issues affecting employers and employees in the Southern Dallas County Inland Port.
The co-founders behind Dallas-based Allie + Bess have announced their first collaboration with a fellow Texas-based female entrepreneur, despite operating mainly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
These standouts—entrepreneurs, leaders, inventors, creatives, and educators—are disrupting industries, solving challenges, and making Dallas-Fort Worth (and beyond) a better place in a year like no other.
Dallas' S.M. Wright Highway is being rebuilt into a pedestrian-friendly boulevard, complete with advanced smart-traffic capabilities. The U.S. Department of Transportation grant was key in getting the tech added to the highway.
North Texas is a big place, with plenty to do, see, hear, and watch. We scour the internet every week to find events and activities for you. As always, things may change at any time, so be sure to check the official website or registration page for the latest details....
The future of logistics isn’t being built in Silicon Valley. It’s being built in Fort Worth.
Hillwood’s decades-long commitment to AllianceTexas—anchored by public-private partnerships, infrastructure investment, and a clear-eyed view of what next-generation supply chains would require—created the foundation for what’s happening today....
James would like you to know that he is “one of the most good-looking actors you will see in AI.” He says it in a crisp British accent, surrounded by cameras on a film set, with the charm of someone who’s hosted a hundred junkets....
Dallas College is making plans with a development group led by Matthews to transform its historic El Centro Campus into a next-gen learning environment along downtown Dallas’ Austin Street corridor that will serve as a place where education, industry, and opportunity converge....
Communities Foundation of Texas has recently awarded more than $10 million in support of education initiatives through grants to local nonprofits, CFT’s Educate Texas initiative, and scholarships for students. CFT said it’s investing in “innovative approaches that foster student success, from early learning to high school and beyond.”...
North Texas is a big place, with plenty to do, see, hear, and watch. We scour the internet every week to find events and activities for you. As always, things may change at any time, so be sure to check the official website or registration page for the latest details....
The future of logistics isn’t being built in Silicon Valley. It’s being built in Fort Worth.
Hillwood’s decades-long commitment to AllianceTexas—anchored by public-private partnerships, infrastructure investment, and a clear-eyed view of what next-generation supply chains would require—created the foundation for what’s happening today....
James would like you to know that he is “one of the most good-looking actors you will see in AI.” He says it in a crisp British accent, surrounded by cameras on a film set, with the charm of someone who’s hosted a hundred junkets....
Dallas College is making plans with a development group led by Matthews to transform its historic El Centro Campus into a next-gen learning environment along downtown Dallas’ Austin Street corridor that will serve as a place where education, industry, and opportunity converge....
Communities Foundation of Texas has recently awarded more than $10 million in support of education initiatives through grants to local nonprofits, CFT’s Educate Texas initiative, and scholarships for students. CFT said it’s investing in “innovative approaches that foster student success, from early learning to high school and beyond.”...