D CEO October 2016
Cover Story
How to Turn Honey Into Liquid Gold
Missionary and former marketing exec Nathan Sheets built an empire — with the help of some hard-working bees.
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Features
Business
In Search of the Lost Ark
What happened when two Dallas businessmen went looking for the treasure that eluded Indiana Jones.
Business
How American Airlines Is Piloting New Technology
After completing the first steps of the US Airways systems integration, CIO Maya Leibman is preparing new technical tools that could take the airline to new heights.
By Danielle Abril
Awards
Dallas-Fort Worth CIO/CTO Awards 2016
These executives must meet rising demand while achieving new levels of innovation.
By D Magazine
Business
How Much Dallas CEOs Earn
Median net income at middle market companies in DFW dropped by 6 percent last year, but chief executives saw about a 2 percent average increase in their annual paychecks.
By Paradox Compensation Advisors
Business
North Texas Residential Real Estate Awards 2016
In a booming housing market like Dallas-Fort Worth, it’s not easy to stand out. But these projects and execs have found a way to do just that.
Business
Why You Need to Know Charlotte Jones Anderson
The executive vice president and chief brand officer of the Dallas Cowboys drove the success of the team’s new Frisco headquarters.
By J. Chase Beakley
Health & Medicine
MD Medical Group Looks Beyond the Obvious
The chain of clinics serving Medicaid patients is thriving by helping a population few had interest in.
By Matt Goodman
Publications
Lunch With D CEO: Pierce M. Allman
The co-founder and director of marketing for Allie Beth Allman & Associates talks the Dallas real estate game.
By Glenn Hunter
Business
A Marriage, Real Estate, and Wine
How Craig and Kathryn Hall ventured into the winemaking business and came out on top.
Business
Driven to Think Tech
Vijay Mehra, the founder of two startups, has a knack for infusing innovation into emerging markets.
By Danielle Abril
Automotive
My Passion: Rick Skaggs
The president and co-founder of TSP Inc. loves life on the back of a motorcycle.
By Britt E. Stafford
Business
My Office: William ‘Bill’ Brewer
Peek inside the workspace of the founding partner of Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors
By Jeanne Prejean
Business
CEO Spotlight: David Gibbs
The chief financial officer of Yum! Brands Inc. on why he loves his job.
By D Magazine
Business
How to Break Into the Dallas Law Market
Tom Melsheimer, managing principal at Fish & Richardson, on how he established his firm.
Economy
Where Texas Is Tied Up in Red Tape
Unwise regulation burdens the state economy by raising costs and stifling competition.
Health & Medicine
How to Cut Costs in Dallas Healthcare
Industry experts weigh in on strategies to cut costs, shift risk, and improve the delivery of services.
By Matt Goodman
Business
The Future of the UNT-Dallas Law School
It’s in doubt after the ABA recommends against the program’s accreditation.
By John G. Browning
Automotive
Business Lessons From America’s No. 1 Chevy Dealer
His father’s advice still inspires Tom Durant of Classic Chevrolet in Grapevine.
By Steve Kaskovich