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Rendering of the "one-of-a-kind" theme park aimed at families with young children that Universal Parks & Resorts is bringing to Frisco. [Image: Universal P&R]
Universal Parks & Resorts Is Planning a ‘One-of-a-Kind’ Kids Theme Park in Frisco
by David Seeley | Jan 11, 2023
Universal Parks & Resorts is planning a new theme park concept "unlike any other in the world"—and it aims to build it right here in North Texas. The proposed park will be sited within 97 acres of land Universal recently purchased in Frisco, and will target "a whole new generation of fans" on a more intimate scale than larger Universal parks.
An adjacent themed hotel will be also be part of Frisco's newest attraction.
by Lance Murray |
Jan 10, 2023
Gearbox is an award-winning creator and distributor of transmedia entertainment, including hit video games and franchises like Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, Brothers in Arms, and Borderlands. Captured Dimensions has done 3D capture and scanning for numerous Hollywood movies, and produced video game titles for 2K Games and Electronic Arts.
Captured Dimensions founder and president Jordan Williams called the merger "an incredible runway for growth an opportunity."
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by Lance Murray |
Jan 10, 2023
Telecom equipment supplier Tango Networks announced leadership and adviser changes that the company said positions it for future growth.
- Andrew Bale has been promoted from executive vice president to president.
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by Lance Murray |
Dec 20, 2022
The connectivity innovator brings wireless solutions to iconic venues and enterprises globally, such as Grand Central Terminal, Hollywood Bowl, London Heathrow Airport, World Trade Center Oculus, and U.S. Homeland Security.
Boingo's move to Texas—and its new office at The Star in Frisco—supports the "company’s vision and our ability to attract and retain top talent," says Boingo CEO Mike Finley.
Boingo's move to Texas—and its new office at The Star in Frisco—supports the "company’s vision and our ability to attract and retain top talent," says Boingo CEO Mike Finley.
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Delicious Deal: Hillwood Brings Läderach Chocolatier Suisse to Distribution Center in AllianceTexas
by Lance Murray | Dec 7, 2022
Hillwood's latest real estate deal is set to sweeten North Texas and beyond. Läderach Chocolatier Suisse, a 60-year-old family-owned premium Swiss chocolate company, will expand to AllianceTexas for their U.S. distribution center—allowing them to bring delicious freshness directly from Switzerland into retail stores across America.
Premium chocolates have one of the highest speed-to-market demands in the food and beverage industry, and Hillwood's Samuel Rhea says the deal gives "one of the world’s best chocolatiers" easy access to the unique multi-modal logistics platforms at AllianceTexas.
Premium chocolates have one of the highest speed-to-market demands in the food and beverage industry, and Hillwood's Samuel Rhea says the deal gives "one of the world’s best chocolatiers" easy access to the unique multi-modal logistics platforms at AllianceTexas.
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by Lance Murray |
Dec 1, 2022
There are new plans for the former Wade Park site in the North Platinum Corridor in Frisco. A 9-acre central park designed by the landscape firm behind Klyde Warren Park will be at the heart of the development that includes office, retail, residential, and two hotels. "We want every view to be a beautiful one," says Tim Campbell.
Developers plan to break ground in December.
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 30, 2022
Frisco-based AgTech provider Ever.Ag announced that Dalex, a pioneer in animal nutrition technology, has joined its portfolio, expanding the company’s range of on-farm offerings for livestock and dairy producers....
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by David Seeley |
Nov 18, 2022
Women's pro sports in North America just got a new attraction to cheer for with the launch of the Pro Volleyball Federation. The indoor women's volleyball league is based locally out of Frisco as well as Columbus, Ohio, and will feature eight to 10 initial teams playing in "volleyball hotbeds" across the U.S. But the dinks, spikes, digs, and sets are still more than a year away from happening.
Slated to take the court in February 2024, the federation has founding partners including former Baltimore Ravens quarterback and Super Bowl champion Trent Dilfer, with involvement from volleyball legends Dr. Cecile Reynaud and Laurie Corbelli and Team USA veteran Jenna Rosenthal.
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"This investment allows MAX to continue fulfilling its mission to automate and digitize artist sponsorships and create a new marketplace for the creator economy,” said CEO and founder Nathan Hanks. [File art; Illustration, Dallas Innovates]
Tuning Up: Frisco-Based Music Audience Exchange–aka MAX–Raises Series B Funding To Expand
by Lance Murray | Oct 26, 2022
Frisco-based MAX, a tech marketing company that powers brand and music partnerships, raised $6 million in 2017. A new round led by Interlock Partners will help fund the development of SET.Live. The new platform lets artists engage with fans at live shows while creating unique sponsorable assets for brands like Ford, McDonald's, and more.
“This investment allows MAX to continue fulfilling its mission to automate and digitize artist sponsorships and create a new marketplace for the creator economy,” says CEO and founder Nathan Hanks.
“This investment allows MAX to continue fulfilling its mission to automate and digitize artist sponsorships and create a new marketplace for the creator economy,” says CEO and founder Nathan Hanks.
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by David Seeley |
Sep 14, 2022
The hub—slated to open in late 2023 or early 2024—will house around 300 employees and offer "cross-functional collaboration" opportunities. From a balcony with views to an innovation center and tech genius bar, Comerica says the Frisco hub will complement its downtown Dallas headquarters.
Extending Comerica's footprint to "one of the most desirable locations for business and innovation in the U.S." positions the bank for future success, says a Comerica EVP.
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by David Seeley |
Sep 7, 2022
Kaleidoscope Park—under construction now near the Dallas North Tollway and Warren Parkway in Frisco's HALL Park development—will feature a performance pavilion, shaded promenades, Wi-Fi-equipped "technology terraces," and a permanent art installation by fabric artist Janet Echelman constructed of "atomized water particles" and an engineered fiber that's 15 times stronger than steel.
Executive director Dr. Scott Stewart says the park "will be a community park in the truest sense of the word," offering "a free, open, and accessible public space to enjoy, create, and inspire."
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by Kevin Cummings |
Aug 30, 2022
Husband-and-wife co-founders Neha Shah and Vir Mehta know the feeling. When you lose something, you want to get it back—but how does the finder know how to reach you? Their solution: DoTells, QR-tagged stickers for everything from keys to luggage to cell phones. After years of reading menus by phone cameras during COVID, people "just get it," Shah says. Finders scan the tag and connect anonymously with the owner to return the item.
“It’s a low-key technology, but with game-changing effects,” Shah says.
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Danyel Surrency Jones, co-founder and CEO of POWERHANDZ; a pair of the company's weighted training gloves. [Photo: POWERHANDZ]
Frisco’s POWERHANDZ Gets ‘Multimillion-Dollar Investment’ From Vanguard Holdings Group
by Kevin Cummings | Aug 1, 2022
PH Innovation Holdings, operator of fitness gear and training tech platform company POWERHANDZ, has landed a “multimillion-dollar” investment from Vanguard Holdings Group in an all-Frisco deal. In addition, Vanguard Holdings has issued a private tender offer to acquire all issued and outstanding minority shares of PHI.
“This partnership will allow us to reach more athletes and shift mindsets about overall performance, physically and financially,” said POWERHANDZ CEO Danyel Surrency Jones.
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by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report |
Jul 20, 2022
Joining Elysian Park Ventures—the private investment arm of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ ownership group—PGA of America has formed EP Golf Ventures, LLC. Its first two investments include mobile golf simulator Dryvebox and 3D motion-capture coaching app startup Sportsbox AI.
“Through EP Golf Ventures, we'll be able to identify and invest in the most promising businesses within the golf industry to support both innovation and the growth of the game,” says PGA CEO Seth Waugh.
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by David Seeley |
Jun 22, 2022
The startup—which discovers and develops immuno-oncology therapeutics for cancer patients—was an inaugural tenant of BioLabs Pegasus Park, a 37,000-square-foot coworking laboratory and office space that opened in March. Aakha had previously been working out of interim space managed by BioLabs at UT Southwestern.
“With the premier facility and synergies available within Pegasus Park, we moved from concept to a solid preclinical stage company in the course of one year," Aakha Founder and CEO Hemanta Baruah said.
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by David Seeley |
May 25, 2022
Slated to break ground next year, Firefly Park will add "a significantly different, cool vibe to Frisco," says the city's mayor. Developer Kyle Wilks of Wilks Development hired Amsterdam-based UNStudio to develop the master plan in collaboration with Sasaki Associates.
That European influence is showing up in the 230-acre project's walkable, park-laden layout—and in the architecture's future-forward look. The Dream Hotel will be designed with hints of the region, with a design philosophy “both surreal and contemporarily chic."
That European influence is showing up in the 230-acre project's walkable, park-laden layout—and in the architecture's future-forward look. The Dream Hotel will be designed with hints of the region, with a design philosophy “both surreal and contemporarily chic."
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