D CEO May 2007
Cover Story
How Jim Safka Revived Match.com
When sales flat lined, Dallas-based Match.com brought in Jim Safka for emergency resuscitation. He managed to jump-start the heart of the business and get it beating stronger than ever. Here’s how.
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Features
Publications
Herb Vest
Herb Vest’s True.com is drawing more eyeballs and lonely hearts than ever.
By Joseph Guinto
Publications
How to Hire Your Next All-Star
Interviews and résumés are fine and dandy, but you need more info to find good fits for the upper levels of your company.
By Merrie Spaeth
Publications
Mayoral Checklist
This June, a new mayor for the city of Dallas will take over. Here is a quick checklist of action items for consideration.
By Phil Ritter
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Michael Hal Anderson
Michael Hal Anderson has planted hundreds of trees in Dallas to bring life to downtown.
By Jessica Otte
Publications
My Personal Team
Life is too complicated without guidance and support. So I picked my mentors with care.
By Wick Allison
Publications
Patrick Brandt
The Skywire CEO continues to grow his software company through acquisition.
By Trey Garrison
Business
Pole Positioning
Two electricians have a bright idea for a new way to change a light bulb.
By Jessica Otte
Publications
Strength in Numbers
Dallas is a nascent cluster city, where like companies gather. Venture capital is the glue, and we need more of it to grow.
By David Croson
Business
The Sky’s the Limit
Frisco’s Skywire Software adds yet another company to its roster.
By Trey Garrison
Business
Young Guns
Chad Willis’ Texas Energy Holdings is no longer a new kid on the oil and gas block.
By Melissa Henry
Publications
Cranes,Trains, and Lease Rates
A handful of commercial real estate heavyweights weigh in on Dallas’ development, office prices, and overall trends.
By D Magazine
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Naughty is Nice
Match.com isn’t the only online dating game in town. Herb Vest’s True.com is drawing more eyeballs and lonely hearts than ever.
By Joseph Guinto
Fashion
The Lastest Gear and Gadgets for Sailors
You need more than sunscreen and a skipper’s hat when taming the high seas. Gear up before you ship out.
By Annalise Ghiz
Publications
The Rulers of Real Estate
Chris Teesdale, Robert Grunnah, and Darrell Hurmis give commercial real estate titans the recognition they deserve.
By Jessica Otte
Business
A Car-Lover’s Dream Garage
Your hot rod needs a home that befits its awesomeness. Show it off in a Dream Garage.
By Annalise Ghiz
Business
The Need for Speed
Country clubs shift into high gear at Terrell’s Racer’s Ranch.
By Jessica Otte
Business
Wheel Deal
The DFW Elite Car Club is like having a garage full of sweet rides and plenty of options.
By Annalise Ghiz
Business
Meet CEO Trevor Fetter
Tenet Healthcare CEO Trevor Fetter talks about building boats, flying planes, and his wife’s purse.
By D Magazine
Publications
Minneapolis
Don’t let harsh winters keep you away from the City of Lakes. Minneapolis in May is the Midwest at its best.
By Jessica Otte
Publications
Honoring the Titans of Real Estate
Dallas is a commercial real estate town. It’s home to legendary names like Crow, Miller, and Staubach. But 20 years ago, Chris Teesdale noticed something was missing: proper recognition for those who, quite literally, have built Dallas—and its reputation as a great place to do business—from the ground up. For two decades, his Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame has worked to change that.
By Jessica Otte