D CEO August 2008
Cover Story
The Business Lunch: Fearing’s
Despite its elegant address, it’s all about comfort (think: deviled eggs) at this Ritz-y winner.
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Cover Story
Maciej Maga: Portrait Artist
Portrait artist Maciej Maga has painted everyone from the Pope to Chuck Norris.
By Ashleigh Falk
Cover Story
The Evolution of Restaurateur Alberto Lombardi
He rocketed to restaurant stardom with over-the-top eateries marked by sophisticated panache-but then flamed out. Now, Knox Street impresario Alberto Lombardi has hit on a simpler recipe for success that may be more lasting.
By Sam Machkovech
Publications
Alternative Education
Dory Wiley has bolstered teachers’ pensions by investing in riskier ventures.
By Angela Faulkner Stout
Publications
Blame it on the Baristas: Why No One is Called an “Employee” Anymore
Stars. Baristas. Directors of First Impressions. Isn’t anybody called an “employee” anymore?
By Merrie Spaeth
Publications
Broad Strokes
Every CEO needs a relaxing hobby; these painting products will elevate any amateaur to a pro.
By Ashleigh Falk
Publications
Commercial Real Estate’s Up-and-coming Thirtysomethings
Who are the up-and-coming stars of Dallas’ commercial real estate scene? We identify 17 between the ages of 30 and 40–the rising dynamos who will help build tomorrow’s city.
By Kristiana Heap
Publications
Dallas Real Estate Agents Head to Costa Rica
A whirlwind trip to Costa Rica shows how the jet-set lives.
By Mary Candace Evans
Publications
Keys to Success
Oilman Ray Hunt names five characteristics that make companies not merely good, but great.
By Glenn Hunter
Publications
North Texas Startups and the Hunt for Venture Capitalists
It wasn’t that long ago that venture capitalists were practically giving money away to start-up ventures in North Texas. Today, thanks to changed market conditions, it’s a far different, much tougher world for investers and entrepreneurs alike.
By Wendy Lyons Sunshine
Business
Television Journalists, Leaving the Business in Droves
Why are more and more reporters leaving the TV news business?
By Ed Bark
Business
The Battle to Toughen Up Dallas’ Anti-smoking Law
Dallas needs to toughen up its anti-smoking law.
By Crayton Webb
Publications
The Ridiculous State of U.S. Patent Laws
How our patent laws, as currently written, stifle technological innovation.
By John G. Browning
Business
You Need to Know…Chris Wright
Chris Wright is a personal shopper for busy CEOs.
By Lesley Rials
Business
Lisbeth McNabb
Lisbeth McNabb of w2wlink.com on baseball, The View, and working at McDonald’s.
By Ashleigh Falk