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Community Toolbox: A Winter Storm and a Pandemic. Here’s a Round Up of Resources to Help North Texans

by | Feb 19, 2021
Here's a round up of resources that can help in North Texas' unprecedented winter storm.

You'll also find updates on funding, grants, and assistance for navigating the COVID-19 crisis in Dallas-Fort Worth.
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This New Texas-Based BioSecurity Company Is On a Mission to Protect All Businesses From COVID-19
by | Nov 2, 2020
Born from COVID-19, ReturnSafe is a new company that wants to help educational institutions, nonprofits, long term care and nursing home facilities, sport event venues, and more safely open. Its holistic platform incorporates the best breed of technologies, from thermo temperature readings to Bluetooth contact-tracing, to give administrators access and information in the event that an employee tests positive.
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An ‘Aviation First’: Dallas-Based Aereos Now Has Certified Built-In Antimicrobial High-Touch Parts for Aircraft Interiors
by | Oct 21, 2020
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, the aircraft solutions provider iterated to produce a new line of antimicrobial aircraft interior parts. Antimicrobial technology is built into an aircraft's high-touch cabin and lavatory parts, like tray tables and toilet seats, to protect against harmful microbes.
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Former Pro Athlete Turned Fitness Entrepreneur Opens First Black Female-Owned Gym in Richardson
by | Oct 14, 2020
Despite the ongoing pandemic, Victoria Thomas opened the third location of her JourneyFit Gym, where she helps people on their fitness journeys with in-person and online classes.
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ActiveOps Launches Free Operations Management Training for Managers Leading Remote Teams

by | Oct 8, 2020
ActiveOps, which has its U.S. base in Dallas, wants to help leaders upskill their virtual management through a new free online course.
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Do Animals That Carry Viruses Like COVID-19 Have Antiviral Genes? This UTSW Researcher Wins NIH Pioneer Award and $3.5M to Find Out
by | Oct 7, 2020
John Schoggins is one of 10 recipients for the National Institutes of Health's Pioneer Award. The forward-looking researcher is ahead of the curve, beginning the pursuit prior to the current pandemic.
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Roomored Gets Investment to Boost its 3D Visualization Platform for Homebuilders—Timely Tech in a COVID World
by | Sep 16, 2020
Roomored's platform for homebuilders lets buyers shop for and design a home entirely online. The investment comes at a time when virtual touring is up 400 percent during the pandemic.
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Dallas-Based Next Level Insurance Agency Partners With ThinkHR to Launch COVID-19 Crisis Response Center for Businesses
by | Sep 16, 2020
The benefits agency announced a partnership with the people risk management solution to provide Dallas businesses with resources and communication support for pandemic-related concerns at no cost to clients.
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From Matching to Meeting: Match Launches First-of-its-Kind Feature to Move Singles Outside the App

by | Sep 15, 2020
Match has introduced Dates: A new dedicated space within the app that provides insight into a potential connection's dating style and preferences. In a time of social distancing, Dates aims to help users have a clear vision when going out in the real world.
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COVID Killer: This Newly Launched Dallas Company Brings UVC Tech to Consumers
by | Sep 14, 2020
PureBeam says it can completely eliminate germs on surfaces or in the air without leaving a residue—a gamechanger when it comes to areas contaminated by coronavirus.
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Dallas Mavs, Stars, and Zoo Team With Dallas County Health for #NTXDoesItRight
by | Jul 31, 2020
The new full-fledged, mask-wearing campaign “could not be more needed in our community,” says creative partner Jackson Spalding.
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This Dallas-Based Photography Company Wants To Make Dating Apps ‘Click’ For Everyone
by | Jul 30, 2020
Click connects clients who hope to upgrade their profiles with trained photographers, helping North Texans make good first impressions on dating apps.
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Look Inside: A Reimagined Crockett Hall in Fort Worth Goes Beyond the ‘Food Court Model’

by | Jul 27, 2020
Revamped by B. Russo Designs, the West Seventh space features 15 bars and eateries under one roof with 16,000-square-feet for socially distanced dining and relaxing.
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Q+A: RealCom Solutions Founder and CEO on Putting Clients’ Needs First and the Future of Work
by | Jul 23, 2020
While business has slowed down for many during the pandemic, RealCom Solutions has seen a broad increase in demand for all of its services, especially remote communication tools, says Charlie Bogart.
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Q+A: DART’s Chief Innovation Officer on Putting the Agency’s Capacity to Work During COVID‑19
by | Jul 20, 2020
CIO Grergory Elsborg, who has been dealing with fallout from the pandemic for about a quarter of his year-long tenure, talks about his role and how it has shifted to help the community. The Dallas Area Rapid Transit system has helped school districts deliver meals to kids, completed grocery deliveries for paratransit riders, and has multiple partnerships in development—all in the midst of a pandemic.
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A Safe Return to the Workplace: DFW Business Leaders Share Insights on ‘Reboarding’
Regular communication, technology, and health screening will all come into play as the region continues reopening physical workspaces.
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