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Left to right: Miguel Esparza, economic development manager, City of Dallas; Jeremiah Anderson, director of innovation, City of Frisco; Chris Shacklett, director of economic development, City of Richardson; Michael Kowski, president and CEO, McKinney Economic Development Corporation [Photos: LinkedIn/City of Richardson]
How North Texas Cities Are Turning University Partnerships Into Engines for Growth
by Quincy Preston | Aug 6, 2025
At the statewide TUNIE meeting hosted at SMU, top local economic developers laid out how they’re teaming up with universities to drive innovation and entrepreneurship. Leaders from Dallas, Richardson, Frisco, and McKinney talked anchor institutions to smart-city pilots—but for better partnerships, one ask rose to the top: “Who do I call first?”
by Lance Murray |
Aug 1, 2025
Lone Wolf said York Baur's appointment reflects its commitment to developing advanced technology solutions with a customer-first approach.
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by David Seeley |
Jul 29, 2025
Irving-based Flowserve's all-stock "merger of equals" with Atlanta-based Chart has been usurped by a better offer, after Houston- and London-based Baker Hughes swooped in with $13.6 billion in cash. But Flowserve won't walk away empty-handed—it's getting a $266 million "termination payment."
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by Quincy Preston |
Jul 21, 2025
The firm’s newest leader will partner with Bobby Kunkle in Dallas to deliver high-profile interior buildouts and capital improvement projects across Stream’s national footprint.
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Altruas principals Rocky Garg (left) and William Binns [Photos: Altruas]
London’s Baringa Adds Dallas-Based Altruas Team to Grow U.S. Practice
by Lance Murray | Jul 14, 2025
The global management consultancy says the deal will expand its U.S. digital and technology practice amid growing demand for transformation.
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by Lance Murray |
Jul 2, 2025
The Dallas-based building materials giant says Gayatri Narayan's hire will help accelerate digital and technical innovation for long-term growth.
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by Lance Murray |
Jul 1, 2025
Dallas edtech startup Stemuli and Heartland Forward, a “think-and-do tank” for the central U.S., are teaming up to bring AI-powered, gamified learning tools to rural students and entrepreneurs.
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by Nicole Ward, DRC Data Journalist |
Jun 26, 2025
Founder Mohammed Nije grew up without electricity. Now his Dallas startup, Janta Power, is piloting his power-dense solar technology at DFW and airports worldwide—earning global recognition for a design he says uses less land, generates more power, and can lower energy costs.
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Sabre has appointed Jennifer Catto as EVP and chief marketing officer [Photo: Sabre]
Sabre Appoints Former Travelocity Exec as Chief Marketing Officer
by Lance Murray | May 15, 2025
Sabre said that as part of its executive leadership team, Jennifer Catto will shape its global marketing strategy and brand, helping to drive growth, deepen customer engagement, and position Sabre for the future.
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by Nicole Ward, DRC Data Journalist |
May 15, 2025
The eye-opening conversation was a platform for complicated subjects that impact every business.
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Dallas-Based Comerica Bank Marks Small Business Week With $250K in Grants to Community Organizations
by Lance Murray |
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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by Lance Murray |
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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MICROOLED is a global leader in AMOLED display technology for defense, aerospace, and consumer electronics. [Photo: MICROOLED]
French AMOLED Display Supplier Opens New U.S. Headquarters in North Texas
by Lance Murray | 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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by Nicole Ward, DRC Data Journalist |
Mar 12, 2025
Set for April 30–May 1, the expanded 2025 conference—backed by Google and Accenture—will focus on applied AI, feature top corporate leaders, and unveil the second annual AI75 list of innovators.
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by David Seeley |
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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by Nicole Ward, DRC Data Journalist |
Aug 14, 2024
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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