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Jim Lake On Building the Future While Preserving the Past

by | Aug 17, 2023
Jim Lake Companies has carved out a niche in Dallas for redevelopment — not simply knocking down the old to make way for the new, but blending the best of both, to give long-neglected areas a new lease on life. You can find the company's fingerprints in Cedar Hill, Waxahachie, Bishop Arts, and as of this month, Jefferson Boulevard in Oak Cliff.

Here, Lake and one of his Jefferson Tower tenants talk about the impact of investment dollars.
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Retail, Digital Commerce Veteran Joins RETISIO as New President
by | Aug 4, 2023

Retail and digital commerce veteran Phil Newmoyer has joined Frisco-based RETISIO Inc. as its new president, bringing with him years of corporate leadership experience.

RETISIO, a leading provider of eCommerce solutions, said Newmoyer comes to the company after having served in roles such as CEO of Provoso Software, chief information officer for Toys R Us and Serta Simmons Bedding, and chief technology officer of Money Mart Financial Inc....

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Sabre Acquires E-Commerce Provider Techsembly to Expand, Accelerate its Hospitality Retailing Solutions
by | Jul 30, 2023

Sabre Corp., the Southlake-based provider of software and technology for the travel industry, has acquired Techsembly, a U.K.-based hospitality e-commerce provider.

No financial details of the transaction were released.

“Sabre’s agreement with Techsembly reaffirms our position as a leading global hotel commerce and distribution platform in the hospitality industry,” Sabre Hospitality President Scott Wilson said in a statement....

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Modera St. Paul Rising: Construction Kicks Off On New Urban Living Hub in Dallas’ East Quarter
by | Jul 20, 2023
WDG-Designed Modera St. Paul will offer 333 apartments and nearly 4,000 square feet of retail space. Amenities will include a karaoke room, podcast studio, an arcade, a rooftop deck and sky lounge, access to work-from-home spaces, private EV charging stations, and more.
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Japanese Retail Giant Daiso Expands in North Texas With New Distribution Hub in DeSoto, Plans for Dallas Store

by | Jul 18, 2023
The company, which has eight retail locations in DFW—says its second U.S. distribution center, established in DeSoto in collaboration with Flexe and JT Logistics, will begin operating in July. It's expected to be a pivotal hub for the company's expanding network.
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‘The Next Significant Development’ in DFW: Billingsley Plans Nearly 500‑Acre, $3B Mixed‑Use Project in Allen and Fairview
by | May 25, 2023
“The corners of I-75 and SH-121 are one of the last great undeveloped intersections in DFW," Lucy Billingsley, partner at Billingsley Co., said. "To do it justice, we intend to build something really spectacular here." The first phase of the project, Sloan Corners, will be a transformation "from hayfields to a regional employment hub," city of Allen officials said.
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Dallas Market Center Names New Chief Operating Officer
by | Dec 2, 2022

Karen Ryder, a retail and digital veteran, has joined Dallas Market Center as chief operating officer, responsible for overseeing marketing, retail development, market services, IT, and digital....

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Computer Vision and AI Solutions Pioneer Spacee Adds Thiel Capital Managing Director, Former PayPal SVP to Advisory Board
by | Nov 29, 2022
Jack Selby was one of the original employees at PayPal. He later served as a corporate officer/SVP overseeing PayPal's international and corporate operations. Selby says he'll work with Spacee's team to bring its computer vision tech "to more businesses who will be leveraging AI innovation to streamline efficiencies, draw more customers into stores, and ultimately improve their bottom line."
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From SaaS to Coding to Social Impact, See What Awaits You at Dallas Startup Week

by | Aug 2, 2022
Dallas Startup Week is only days away. In addition to three big summits, the DEC Network's flagship week-long event will offer sessions on 21 different "tracks." From social impact to startup funding to esports and emerging tech, here's a look at what the week holds in store.
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Immerss Raises $1.1M in Seed Funding to Accelerate Its Live Video ecommerce Platform
by | Sep 8, 2021
Immerss aims to redefine the at-home shopping experience with its real-time video conferencing tool for brands and retailers.
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Dallas VC RevTech Wants to Launch the Next Great Retail Startup with its New ‘Brand Launchpad’
by | Aug 24, 2021
RevTech is now accepting applications for the program. With a new, state-of-the-art production studio and mentorship, it's offering a six-month program with workshops, a $50K pitch prize, and resources from experts for startups with the next emerging retail technology concept.
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VIRA Insight Unveils Brand Refresh, New Manufacturing Center and Headquarters in Lewisville Amid Business Boom
by | May 26, 2021
Space matters, and Vira points to its own new look and capabilities as proof. The company offers custom solutions for any built environment, like retailers, offices, coworking spaces, and wellness brands. With customers like Best Buy, CVS, Amazon, and Samsung, here's why the company told us it plans to prosper in a post-pandemic world.
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Toyota Unveils Expanded Online Car Buying Experience to Keep Up With Shifting Retail Patterns

by | Feb 1, 2021
Toyota Motor North America's complete online retail experience, SmartPath, gives customers the ability to purchase a car without ever visiting a dealership.
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Younger Generations Are Shifting to Online Shopping, According to a New Study From Dallas’ Kibo
by | Dec 17, 2020
A new survey and analysis shows that Gen Z and Millennials have shifted their preference toward online shopping, with more than half planning to shop less in physical stores than before COVID.
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Testing Ground: 7-Eleven Opens Dallas’ Second ‘Lab’ Store in Lake Highlands
by | Nov 19, 2020
7-Eleven's fifth Evolution Store will serve as an experiential testing ground for patrons to try new concepts. Customers can expect the latest in shopping technology, new products, and larger-than-life murals inside and out.
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