D CEO October 2020
Cover Story
Meet The Bold Risk-Takers Honored in EY’s 2020 Entrepreneur of the Year Program
The winners will be unveiled Oct. 7 at the virtual event.
Features
Features
Pandemic Pressure: Ron Rittenmeyer Takes Charge at Tenet Healthcare
The CEO and executive chairman leans on his extensive leadership history to run one of the largest hospital systems in the country.
By Will Maddox
Awards
The Changing Role of DFW Corporate Counsels
North Texas corporate lawyers share insights about moving beyond traditional legal guidance and playing an integral role in shaping business strategy.
By Will Maddox
Business
Dallas-Fort Worth’s Entrepreneurial Advantage
My son was born to be an entrepreneur. Fortunately for him—and for all of us—we live in a region that’s deeply supportive of them.
Business
Martina McIsaac is Back and Better Than Ever
The CEO of Hilti North America is proof that talent and hard work can win out—even when life pauses your career.
By Shawn Shinneman
Business
Meet the Dallas 500: Tolleson Wealth Management’s Carter Tolleson
The wealth management CEO dishes on lessons learned, proud moments, and his toughest challenges.
By D CEO
Business
Meet the Former FBI Agent Who Now Helps Dallas CEOs Fight Cybercrime
Mary Chaney also runs a group that provides support to women and minorities in the industry.
Business
On the Table: Chris Tanco Leads From the Frontlines
The 7-Eleven COO’s efforts to meet franchisees where they are has paid off for the convenience store giant.
Commercial Real Estate
Healthcare Design: Adapting to a Socially-Distanced World
Experts from HKS, Corgan, and Leo A Daly give insight about how healthcare facilities are adapting to the pandemic.
By Will Maddox
Business
On Topic: Ben Lamm, Jamie O’Banion, and Alex Danza Share Lessons Learned
The three Dallas entrepreneurs weigh in on what they wish they had known earlier in their careers.
Business
Four Ways to Reassess The Social Contract Between Corporate America and its Stakeholders
It’s time for executives to embrace vulnerability and humanity when communicating with employees, advises Jon Morgan of Perry Street Communications.
By Jon Morgan
Business
NeAndre Broussard is Changing the Narrative One Suit at a Time
The Black Menswear founder aims to break down stereotypes and inspire future generations. Here’s where he pulls style inspiration from.
Business
How This Tech CEO is Conquering the Impossible One Step at a Time
For Barry Nalls, it wasn’t his ice climbing adventures that stimulated his inspirational speeches. Instead, it was his speeches that got him climbing.
By Sofia Krusmark
Executive Travel
A Golf Trip to The Broadmoor With Diane Butler
The luxury resort in Colorado has everything one could want and more, says the avid golfer and CEO of Dallas-based Butler Advisers.
By Will Maddox
Publications
My Roots: Hubert Zajicek
The Vienna-born Health Wildcatters CEO met his wife in Texas as an exchange student. The rest is history.
Business
Early Influencers: Dallas Changemaker J. Erik Jonsson Had “No Small Dreams”
The former mayor and Texas Instruments executive helped establish UT Dallas and plan DFW Airport.
By Will Maddox