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Dallas-Based Comerica Bank Marks Small Business Week With $250K in Grants to Community Organizations

by | May 7, 2025
Five nonprofit organizations—including Dallas-based Impact Ventures—will each receive a $50,000 contribution from Comerica Bank during National Small Business Week, which runs through Saturday.
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Kimberly-Clark Promotes Key Leader to President and COO Amid $2B Investment Plan
by | May 6, 2025
Russ Torres will lead global operations and partner with CEO Mike Hsu to accelerate Kimberly-Clark’s transformation and Powering Care growth strategy, the company said.
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Moody Foundation Gives ‘Historic’ 9‑Figure Gift to Support New $5B Pediatric Hospital Campus in Dallas
by | May 6, 2025
To recognize the foundation's "record-breaking" support, the hospital at the new Dallas pediatric campus will be named Moody Children's Hospital upon completion in 2031.
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French AMOLED Display Supplier Opens New U.S. Headquarters in North Texas
by | May 6, 2025
MICROOLED said that establishing a U.S. presence in Dallas showcases its commitment to innovative partnerships and to meet the evolving needs of the optical weapon sighting systems market—particularly for the defense industry.
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Municipal Solar Lighting: France’s Fonroche Opens New U.S. HQ in Fort Worth

by | Jan 23, 2025
Calling itself "a disruptor to the traditional streetlighting industry," Fonroche said its innovative solar-powered streetlights have been installed in more than 1,000 municipalities across 43 states. Its off-grid lights offer "significant cost savings, zero energy consumption, and drastically lower carbon emissions."
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From Research Labs to Operating Rooms, Dallas-Based Carter Inc. Packs Up Success for Critical Relocations
Carter Inc. aims to be the first call for both corporate and high-stakes biotech relocations, working to keep transitions smooth and operations on track.
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DataNovaX Announces $1 Billion Wichita Falls Data Center Amid North Texas Boom
Phase I is set to go live in December, followed by a transformative 550,000-square-foot Phase II expansion. The project offers an "excellent alternative" to the tight Dallas-Fort Worth data center market, according to the company's Wylie-based CEO.
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PNC Bank to Invest Nearly $1B in New Coast-to-Coast Branches, Including 17 in North Texas
by | Feb 14, 2024
The Pittsburgh-based bank said it plans to open 17 new branches in North Texas as part of more than 100 new branches across the U.S. The openings are aimed at extending access to banking services and financial expertise for customers and communities nationwide. PNC will also be renovating more than 1,200 existing locations through 2028.
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Ring That Kettlebell: 2024 CrossFit Games Are Coming to Fort Worth’s Dickies Arena

Carlo Capua, chief of strategy and innovation for the city of Fort Worth—and an avid CrossFitter—tells Dallas Innovates how the city snagged the annual world championship event; how it could help build Fort Worth's global footprint; and how this annual "fitness Woodstock" could boost the city's chance to attract multiple professional sports teams.
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Bridging the Tech Talent Gap: A Deep Dive into the North Texas Tech Scene
by | Sep 12, 2023
Amid a booming tech surge, U.S. companies grapple with a pressing issue: a tight pool of tech talents. Even an innovation powerhouse like Dallas-Fort Worth can't escape the crunch. Here's how companies can navigate to ensure continued growth.
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PMY Group Invests in WJHW Expansion to Extend Tech Design Firm’s Global Reach
by | Aug 16, 2023
North Texas-based WJHW has spearheaded high-profile tech system projects at venues such as SoFi Stadium, UBS Arena, Globe Life Field, and Dickie's Arena. To lead its global push, PMY Group has promoted WJHW veterans Kym Shilton to Senior Vice President of International and Charles Adkinson to Senior Vice President of Sports Development.

As part of PMY's strategy, the company said it plans to relocate its global headquarters from Melbourne to the United States.
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7-Eleven Revs Up the Virtual World With Fortnite Car Meet Up
by | Aug 11, 2023
North Texas-based 7-Eleven's marketing trailblazers are driving into Fortnite with a pioneering digital car meetup. Gamers and car aficionados can gear up for an "ultimate scavenger hunt" to unlock access to a secret island and discover exclusive 7-Eleven branded cars. And the prizes? Absolutely "epic."
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‘Texodus’: What’s Behind the Trend of Californians Moving to North Texas

A new report from StorageCafe dissects a noticeable migratory trend of Californians to the Lone Star State. Here are some reasons they're racing to get to places like North Texas—like saving over $1 million when they buy a house, for instance.
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From AI-Powered Coaching to Neuromarketing: EY Unveils 46 Finalists for Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 Southwest
by | Apr 20, 2023
Ernst & Young has unveiled the finalists for the coveted Entrepreneur of the Year 2023 Southwest Award, with 46 game-changing entrepreneurs from 40 pioneering companies in the running. Regional award winners will be announced in June at an awards celebration.
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EarthX 2023 Brings Together the World’s Top Green Thinkers and Doers in Dallas
As EarthX 2023 descends upon Dallas this week, the world's largest environmental event is unleashing a powerful synergy of industry, innovation, and global collaboration. With dozens of conferences, immersive experiences, and more than 400 speakers, here’s a guide to help innovators navigate this awe-inspiring event—ensuring they maximize its potential for shaping a better tomorrow.
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Bank of America Contributes Nearly $4M to North Texas Nonprofits in 2022
by | Dec 28, 2022
Bank of America has donated nearly $4 million to North Texas nonprofits this year, including local food banks and two 2022 Bank of America Neighborhood Builder® awardees.
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