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Drone startup XMX Defense develops advanced drones for customers in defense, government and other sectors. [Photo: XMX Defense]
XMX Defense Breaks Ground on Drone Hub in Mineral Wells
by Sandra Engelland | Oct 6, 2026
The startup, which recently emerged from stealth mode, has leased facilities at Mineral Wells Regional Airport for drone assembly, engineering, maintenance, training and flight operations.
by Lauren Lawley Head |
Sep 9, 2026
The Washington, D.C.-based company is ramping production of its Anthem long-range cruise missile in North Texas. Investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Lux Capital, 8VC, Aleph and Lightspeed Venture Partners.
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by Lance Murray |
Sep 3, 2025
"This acquisition fits our portfolio and the mission of Dallas Opportunity Partners to align family office investors in the state of Texas with strategic investments that capitalize on the strategic initiatives of the United States," said Derek Wilson, managing partner of Dallas Opportunity Partners.
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by Lance Murray |
May 22, 2025
Michael Turner joins the aerospace-focused firm after the company successfully emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in January. The restructuring significantly reduced the company’s debt, brought in new institutional ownership, and led to a restructured board of directors—now chaired by former Home Depot and Chrysler CEO Robert Nardelli.
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In November, former Secretary of the Army "Pete" Geren introduces M1 Support Services co-founder Kathleen Hildreth at the Texas Business Hall of Fame induction dinner in Dallas. [Photo: Grant Miller Photography]
How Ex-Army Helicopter Pilot Kathleen Hildreth Co‑Founded a Billion-Dollar, Denton-Based Defense Contractor
by Glenn Hunter | Feb 19, 2025
Innovation, competence, and confidence paid dividends for the Michigan native, who helped start and build M1 Support Services en route to becoming one of America’s richest self-made women.
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by Quincy Preston |
Feb 16, 2025
More than 300,000 defense suppliers—from major contractors to small businesses—must meet new CMMC security standards or risk losing contracts; SMU's conference tackles compliance requirements and implementation strategies Feb. 19-20.
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by Lance Murray |
Jan 21, 2025
Novaria is a leading manufacturer of specialty components and hardware for the aerospace and defense industries. Bandy is a leader in the production of "tight tolerance" hinges and pins for both sectors.
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by Lance Murray |
Dec 6, 2024
Ranaan Horowitz has more than 30 years of leadership experience across the defense, commercial aviation, and healthcare sectors. Catalyze said he has a proven track record of driving growth and overseeing strategic acquisitions.
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ATI President and CEO Kimberly Fields [Photo: ATI]
Dallas-Based Global Specialty Materials Co. ATI Elects New President and CEO
by Lance Murray | Feb 23, 2024
Kimberley Fields will succeed Robert S. Wetherbee, who will become executive chairman, according to aerospace and defense leader ATI. Fields has served as chief operating officer since 2022 and became president in July 2023.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 5, 2024
CBRE Chair and CEO Bob Sulentic says the acquisition aligns with its M&A strategy to boost technical services, increase "revenue resilience" and long-term growth, and expand the company's government client work.
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by Lance Murray |
Oct 18, 2023
Lone Star—a fast-growing provider of leading-edge predictive and prescriptive analytics and Evolved AI for aerospace, defense, and more—said the new office provides better access to more markets and enhanced service to an expanding overseas customer base.
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by Quincy Preston |
Sep 27, 2023
The rebrand "marks the start of our next chapter of growth," says Venture Dallas Chair Aaron Pierce. The nonprofit's 2023 summit, backed by JPMorgan Chase and Perot Jain, is set for October 25.
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ATI President and COO Kimberly Fields [Photo: ATI]
ATI Inc. Taps Company Veteran as President, Chief Operating Officer
by Lance Murray | Jun 9, 2023
As president, Kimberly Fields will take on an enhanced role in developing ATI's strategic direction as the company continues to drive shareholder return through attaining its 2025 targets and beyond.
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by Kevin Cummings |
Feb 23, 2022
What companies are finding funding or having a big exit? From startup investments to grants and acquisitions, Dallas Innovates tracks what’s happening in North Texas money.
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by Sandra Engelland |
Jul 15, 2021
Parasanti Co-founders James Hancock and veteran Joshua Seagroves both had roots in ranching and farming, making the defense and ag solutions innovator a natural fit. Now the company is ready to continue growing, adding employees and customers, gaining traction in defense innovation, and launching new projects with the Air Force and oil and gas companies.
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by Quincy Preston |
Sep 24, 2020
L3Harris Technologies, a global aerospace and defense technology innovator based in Arlington, will lead a team to transform the U.S. Air Force’s flight simulator training that's used to develop highly skilled air crews.
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