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Wednesday, December 17

Hollywood Career Strategy Workshop

Hosted by Dallas Film Commission
Location TBD
6 to 8 p.m.

Have ambition and materials but lack strategy? Want to know how to get a manager or level up your brand presence? Are preparing to take your career seriously, but don’t know what’s missing? Heard “You’re not ready for a manager” and want to know why? Book your seat at the Hollywood Career Strategy Workshop Session with veteran Hollywood talent manager Corey Simon.

Simon has played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of a diverse roster of actors, influencers, and creatives. His clients include Jason Mitchell (Straight Outta Compton), Stakiah Lynn Washington (Amazon’s Primo), Nadji Jeter (Spider-Man: Miles Morales), Flame Monroe (Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready), Christian Robinson (Warner Bros.’ Sinners), Yovanna Ventura (The New Edition Story), and Briana Starks (Found), among others. Simon has been instrumental in securing major studio deals, developing projects, and guiding his clients to success across film, television, and digital platforms.

What’s included:

– 60 min workshop session with Hollywood talent manager Corey Simon

– Pre-session intake form (materials evaluation: headshots, reels, bio, etc.)

– Live feedback & strategic positioning breakdown

– Customized “Next Steps” roadmap delivered via PDF

Learn more here.

Thursday, December 18

Mind & Machine DFW: Generative AI for Business Leaders

Hosted by Mind & Machine DFW
II Brothers Grill & Bar, Preston Rd., Plano
4:30 to 7 p.m.

Content creation is changing fast, and AI is at the center of it. In this presentation, you’ll see how today’s creators and brands are using AI to produce more content in less time and without sacrificing authenticity or their brand voice. We’ll cover the tools that are driving this change, what AI does best, where human creativity still wins, and how to blend the two into a powerful workflow. You’ll walk away with practical strategies, real-world examples, and a clear framework for making AI your ultimate creative partner, not your replacement.

Featured speaker is Larry Roberts, founder of Red Hat Media, podcaster, and a thought leader in the AI space, teaching workshops and hosting speaking engagements to help creators utilize new technology, and will continue to push business owners out of their comfort zone and into a chapter of innovation and growth.

Learn more here.

SAVE THE DATE

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

DRC Annual Meeting: Bold Bets, Big Futures

Hosted by the Dallas Regional Chamber
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
Save the date, 3 to 6:30 p.m.

This year’s program features Ross Perot Jr., Chairman of The Perot Companies and Hillwood, whose forward-thinking approach to business development and infrastructure has helped shape the future of our region—and the nation. From developing the country’s first industrial airport to serving the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Perot’s perspective on growth, innovation, and opportunity offers a powerful message for business leaders at every level.

The event also marks a significant milestone as DRC officially welcomes Brad Cheves as the new President & CEO, ushering in an exciting next chapter of collaboration and impact. Join more than 1,000 business, civic, and community leaders as they honor the achievements that brought us here—and look ahead to the bold ideas that will drive our shared future.

Learn more here.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026, through Thursday, March 5, 2026

Texas ACG Capital Connection

Hosted by TAAC
The Star in Frisco
Save the date

Early bird pricing ends on December 15, so now is the time to secure your spot at the Texas ACG Capital Connection (TACC). For more than two decades, TACC has been the premier meeting place where capital, opportunity, and leadership converge—powering the deals and relationships that drive the middle market. Recognized as the most significant private equity and debt capital event in Texas and the South, TACC is also among the largest ACG Capital Connections in the nation.

Each year, TACC brings together 100+ leading private equity and mezzanine firms, representing more than $100 billion in capital available for investment. The result is a high-impact environment designed to help businesses scale, sponsors deploy capital, and advisors transform insights into action. More than a conference, TACC is a catalyst—creating an exceptional platform for networking and deal flow across the full spectrum of middle-market leaders. Attendees include merger and acquisition professionals, intermediaries, business owners, executives, and the service providers who support growth at every stage.

Annually, TACC welcomes approximately 1,200 attendees from across the country, making it a must-attend event for anyone focused on accelerating growth, creating value, and celebrating success in the middle market.

Learn more here.

Monday, March 30, 2026, through Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Convergence AI Dallas: Where Artificial Intelligence and Business Meet

Hosted by the Dallas Regional Chamber
Irving Convention Center, Irving
Save the date

Early bird registration for Convergence AI Dallas 2026 is now open! Entering its third year, Convergence AI is one of the largest business gatherings dedicated to AI in the Dallas–Fort Worth region. Early bird pricing is available until Wednesday, Dec. 31; standard rates take effect Thursday, Jan. 1.

Here’s what’s on deck:

• Keynotes by leading AI experts from Fortune 1000 companies
• Convergence Labs, presented by Slalom – Hands-on learning with top AI leaders
• 2026 Dallas Innovates AI 75 Reception – Honoring DFW’s AI visionaries
• Startup Alley – Showcasing DFW’s AI startups

Just like in 2025, more than 700 leaders, from trailblazing entrepreneurs to top-tier executives, will dive into in-depth discussions and insights on the latest trends and innovations in AI.

Learn more here.

Monday, April 20, 2026, through Wednesday, April 22, 2026

E-Capital Summit

Hosted by Earthx
Hilton Anatole, Dallas
Save the date

As part of the Earthx2026 Congress of Conferences, the annual E-Capital Summit is an invitation-only sustainability-focused investment and industry innovation summit that has convened, inspired, and catalyzed action from more than 3,200 of the country’s and world’s leading investors, innovators, dealmakers, industry, and broader innovation & investment ecosystem professionals from over 40 states and 25 countries (including active participation from more than 570 leading investors and more than 630 emerging innovators).

The 2026 E-Capital Summit will continue to build on momentum of the past nine Summits and will continue to focus on catalyzing action and meaningful connections.The Summit is expected to convene ~400 attendees comprised of: 1/3 investors (~50% family offices/HNWIs), 1/3 innovators (both early-stage and growth-stage companies), and the remaining 1/3 will represent corporate & industry leaders, policymakers, incubators & accelerators, and others in the broader innovation & investment ecosystem. The invitation-only audience will continue to be diverse and high-quality: 50% of attendees will come from outside Texas, nearly half of attendees will be growth-stage focused, more than half of attendees will be new and personally invited by the EarthX team based on hundreds of meetings and personal outreach. Speakers and sponsors will be announced in the coming months. 

Learn more here.

ONGOING

Through Sunday, November 23

Global Entrepreneurship Week in North Texas 2025

Hosted by GEWNTX
Various locations in North Texas
Various times for each event

Mark Your Calendars…..GEW North Texas is COMING!!!

GEW North Texas is part of a concerted effort by GEN Global to have events focused on entrepreneurship one week a year around the globe. 

Each November, Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) reaches millions of people of all ages and backgrounds through local, national and global events and activities. 

During the week each November, speakers, panels, competitions, showcases and networking make up the thousands of events held around the world. The goal is to inspire millions to engage in entrepreneurial activity while connecting them to potential collaborators, mentors and even investors.

Events are happening across the region.

Learn more here.

Through May 2026

Frontiers of Flight: Bessie Coleman

Hosted by Frontiers of Flight Museum
6911 Lemmon Ave., Dallas
Tickets are timed entry.

The Frontiers of Flight Museum’s new exhibit is a high-flying tribute to aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman and her groundbreaking achievements. Guests can follow her journey through an immersive digital experience, see her beloved plane suspended from the museum’s hangar, and take home books, dolls, and other keepsakes to support scholarships for girls from South Dallas. 

Learn more here.

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