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Robert West, EVP of B2B at Fortis [Composite photo; original: Fortis]
Plano’s Fortis Appoints Industry Veteran as EVP to Lead B2B Expansion
by Lance Murray | Aug 9, 2024
Fortis said Robert West has a proven track record in scaling AR and AP payments businesses through partnerships and will lead the company's B2B expansion.
by Lance Murray |
Aug 9, 2024
Christopher Tatum spent 37 years at Marriott International and is the former president & CEO of the Hawaii Tourism Authority. At Plano-based Aimbridge, he'll provide oversight and leadership for the entire Full Service division portfolio.
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by Lance Murray |
Jul 31, 2024
Securus Technologies said that the availability of education programs to incarcerated individuals in correctional facilities can positively impact their skills and future employment outcomes, thus reducing recidivism rates.
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by Lance Murray |
Jul 18, 2024
The chain, known for "normalizing kindness" and hiring and mentoring foster kids, is opening locations in Fort Worth and Plano.
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knownwell headquarters and clinic in Boston. [Photo: knownwell]
Co-Founded by a Dallas Native, Boston Metabolic Health Startup knownwell To Open Clinic in Plano
by David Seeley | Jun 24, 2024
knownwell was co-founded by CEO Brooke Boyarsky Pratt in 2022 to "lead a shift in the narrative from health systems, payors, and employers having a GLP-1 strategy, to them having a comprehensive obesity treatment strategy." With a recent $20 million Series A, new C-suite hires, and an AI-powered acquisition just last week, the startup's expansion has just begun.
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by Lance Murray |
Jun 21, 2024
The "entrepreneurial-minded" business law firm said it has grown from 40 attorneys and three offices at the start of 2023 to 58 attorneys and four offices in mid-2024.
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by Lance Murray |
Jun 14, 2024
CG Infinity said that with her experience working with clients across various energy markets in the U.S. and internationally, Tanya Shepherd brings extensive knowledge of the energy sector to the Plano-based IT consulting firm.
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by Lance Murray |
Jun 7, 2024
William Davenport will sit on Aimbridge's executive leadership team, reporting directly to CEO Craig Smith and working closely with recently appointed Chief Global Growth Officer Eric Jacobs and new Chief Legal Officer Greg Moundas.
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The world premiere of Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue will happen in Plano starting September 20. [Image: Business Wire]
Real-Life Minecraft Experience To Get World Premiere in North Texas This September
by David Seeley | May 31, 2024
The best-selling video game of all time has inspired a "real-life, in-person" adventure called Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue—and it's getting its global debut at a site in Plano on September 20. Attendees will go on an epic rescue mission "at the crossroads of game design, experiential storytelling, and high-tech multimedia," organizers say.
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by Lance Murray |
May 22, 2024
Pizza Hut Hires Former PepsiCo and Taco Bell Executives for Global Chief Brand Officer and U.S. CMO Roles
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by Lance Murray |
May 17, 2024
Jeff Poole is based in the Plano office of Nashville's Southern Land Co. He's responsible for expanding its community development pipeline as well as SLC’s single-family homebuilding division, SLC Homes.
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by Lance Murray |
May 17, 2024
Abhijit Bhaduri is the former GM of learning & development at Microsoft and ex-chief learning officer at Wipro, and has been recognized as a LinkedIn Top 10 Voice.
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Aimbridge Hospitality CEO Craig Smith [Courtesy photo]
Aimbridge Hospitality Names Industry Veteran as New CEO
by Lance Murray | Mar 1, 2024
Craig S. Smith has been named chief executive officer by Plano-based Aimbridge Hospitality, effective March 18.
In joining Aimbridge, the company said Smith is expected to leverage decades of deep operational experience and proven leadership with Marriott International to solidify the company’s position as the frontrunner in comprehensive, performance-backed hotel operations....
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 23, 2024
Plano-based Toyota Motor North America has announced executive changes that it said are designed to drive continued growth, advance its commitment to vehicle electrification, and prepare for the future of mobility....
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 6, 2024
The Financial Times ranked Plano, Irving, and Dallas in the top five of its list of best cities for foreign business. Fort Worth and Arlington made the top 20 in the comprehensive evaluation of cities across the U.S., based on everything from workforce and talent to openness, investment trends, and more.
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by Lance Murray |
Feb 2, 2024
As chief partner officer at Trintech, Mekaela Davis, will continue to impact a company embracing the evolution of its business landscape—evidenced by its diverse customer base, changing market needs, strategic acquisitions, and more.
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