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Tech-Focused On the Road Garage Gets $3M Seed Funding From Perot Foundation to Rebuild More Than Cars

by | Jul 21, 2020
Founded by social entrepreneur Michelle Corson, On the Road Garage intends to fix cars affordably, while tackling underemployment and transportation challenges among vulnerable populations. The first location in Irving is now open, and applications for technology-forward apprenticeships and training are online.
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Growth Track: Plano Tech Firm Improving Acquires Austin Software Development Company iTexico
by | Jun 18, 2020
The deal, which could deliver annualized revenue of more than $115 million, continues Improving's innovative business model that focuses on merging technology service companies that share values. Improving acquired Frisco's Code Authority last fall.
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New Texas Women’s Foundation Report Shows Women Hold a Huge Stake in Texas’ Workforce
by | Jun 16, 2020
The population of Texas women has grown by 19 percent in the last decade. But women still face disparity when it comes to income, health insurance, college loan debt, and housing stability. The TXWF has recommendations.
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Frito Lay Southern Dallas
Frito-Lay Boosts Its Southern Dallas Commitment With $1M Grant
by | Oct 31, 2019
The funding backs the expansion of Southern Dallas Thrives, which provides healthy meals, quality childcare, career opportunities, and college preparation.
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LinkedIn: DFW Tech Skills Abundant, Hiring’s Up

by | Jun 20, 2017
The recently released LinkedIn Workforce Report shows that hiring in DFW is up over the past 12 months by 5.7 percent from May 2016 to May 2017.
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