D CEO October 2008
Cover Story
Can Blockbuster Reinvent Itself
No public company’s demise has been predicted as frequently or as confidently as Blockbuster’s. But CEO Jim Keyes – a man who built his reputation on gasoline and Slurpees – may finally have the Grim Reaper on the run.
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Features
Cover Story
The Independent
Mark Cuban discusses his high-definition TV properties, what makes Dan Rather endure, and why the Gene Simmons show is one of Cuban’s guilty pleasures.
By Ed Bark
Business
Business Lunch: Bolla
The freshly remodeled Stoneleigh Hotel is ready for its close-up with its glamorous new restaurant. Can Chef David Bull measure up?
By Todd Johnson
Publications
Four Questions for Gretchen Bataille, president of the University of North Texas
Gretchen Bataille beats the drum for the University of North Texas.
By D Magazine
Publications
Heroes and Friends
The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth honors a pair of Perots.
By Glenn Hunter
Business
In the Money
North Texas bigwigs throw their cash to the presidential candidates.
By D Magazine
Publications
Oak Lawn Hot Spot
Harlan Crow transports a bit of the Adirondack Mountains to Dallas.
By Diana Kunde
Publications
Said and Done: Total Exposure
Before exposing its CEO in advertisements, a company first needs to carefully weigh the pros and cons.
By Merrie Spaeth
Publications
Top of Mind: Business-Friendly
Arguing against tax subsidies for wealthy developers doesn’t necessarily mean you’re anti-business.
By Crayton Webb
Business
Which Presidential Candidate Do Dallas Business Leaders Support?
North Texas bigwigs throw their cash to the presidential candidates.
By D Magazine
Business
You Need to Know…CiCi Rojas
If you’re serious about tapping into the Hispanic market, you need to know CiCi Rojas of the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
By Sommer Saadi
Business
You Need to Know…CiCi Rojas
If you’re serious about tapping into the Hispanic market, you need to know CiCi Rojas of the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
By Sommer Saadi
Publications
Changing Places
Looking for the right spot in Big D to expand or relocate your company? Here are six submarkets where you can’t go wrong.
By Dave Moore
Publications
Closing Quotes
Memorable comments Culled from “CEO Spotlight,” a weekday program on KRLD-AM (1080) featuring interviews by business analyst David Johnson.
By D Magazine
Publications
Still Serving
An Indian-born couple stays positive about the American Dream, despite some bumps in the road.
By Glenn Hunter
Law
When the Feds Come Knocking…
Hire a good lawyer. Preserve your documents. And keep your mouth shut.
By John G. Browning