Paul Allen, shown here giving his son a piggyback ride, built his new family office and venture platform on the belief that when people thrive, business does too. [Photo: Courtesy Ashla]
Paul Allen’s Ashla platform has already backed Dallas ventures including Mother, a modern plumbing company, and Stonethrow, a private family club founded by Nick Clark and Dawson Williams.
Williams recently wrote on LinkedIn about working with his former Common Desk colleague, founder Nick Clark, to develop the "first boutique country club in the USA" in Dallas' Lake Highlands neighborhood. The twist: Unlike traditional country clubs—where space and programming for kids is a relative afterthought—Eastside Country Club will be aimed at prioritizing kids over adults "when it comes to design, indoor space allocation, amenities, and programming."
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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....
Electric mobility is about more than battery range now. As EVs become part of everyday life, people want the experience to feel simple and reassuring, whether they are finding a charger, checking their vehicle status, making a payment, or getting help when they need it....
Southwestern Medical Foundation has named eight new board of trustees members for 2026–2027, confirmed at the organization’s recent annual meeting, and elected a new board vice chair.
Jere Thompson, Jr., will continue in his role as Chair of the Board, with Catherine Rose as the newly elected Vice Chair of the Board....
Zenylitics, a fast-growing managed conversation intelligence firm based in Dallas, has announced a CEO transition effective September 30, 2026. Ken Pedersen, who has served as the company’s chief executive for 7 years, will move into the role of chairman of the board....