D CEO December 2021
Cover Story
Jason McCann is D CEO’s 2021 CEO of the Year
He has revolutionized office furniture with the sit-stand desk phenomenon Vari. Now, he has his eye on commercial real estate.
Features
Business
Behind the Scenes of D CEO’s Holiday Gift Guide
Dallas stylist Jamie Lyons takes us behind the scenes of curating gift ideas for business leaders of every personality.
Awards
Children’s Health’s Mission to Save Dallas’ Children
Innovative partnerships in behavioral health and underserved areas are helping the health system have an impact where it’s needed most.
By Will Maddox
Automotive
Park Place Dealerships’ Tony Carimi on Dallas’ Booming Luxury Car Market
The dealerships were acquired by Asbury Automotive Group this year, becoming part of one of the largest in the nation.
By Will Maddox
Business
Meet the Dallas 500: Sheri Crosby Wheeler
The head of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts for Fossil Group says CEOs should practice “real good DEI, not feel-good DEI.”
By D CEO
Business
Four Corners Brewing Co. Is Sparking Multicultural Connections
Co-founder George Esquivel’s is building a growing community at the company’s brewery in the Cedars.
By Ben Swanger
Business
Retail Guru Mark Masinter on Why Brick-and-Mortar is Here to Stay
The real estate leader behind one of the region’s largest new projects discusses his plans for Henderson Ave.
Business
Texas’ Economic Growth Is Driven By People of Color
The state’s version of Inclusive capitalism and economic freedom benefits us all.
Publications
DFW Business Leaders Share What They Learned from Their First Job
Executives with Tri Global Energy, Clouse Brown, and CBRE talk passive income from a pig, roller coaster operations, and pipeline labor.
By Ben Swanger
Business
Heidrick & Struggles’ Jaimee Eddington on Strategies for Hiring Executive Talent
The executive search firm’s Americas leader shares proven strategies for advancing DEI goals.
By D CEO
Business
Greysteel Exec Jack Stone’s Look Is Both Modern and Classic
The multi-family investment sales team leader shares his favorite accessories and clothier.
By D CEO Staff
Business
Seven Podcast Dallas Leaders Consider Must-Listens
From podcasts on McDonald’s French fries to diversity in the workplace, North Texas business leaders are diving into a plethora of curious topics.
By Pam Ashby
Business
DART’s CEO Has a Passion for Ballet
After a health scare, DART chief Nadine Lee discovers the joy of dance and finds balance through ballet.
Business
AT&T Exec Vana Hammond Parham’s Time on the Dallas Police Force
“When you’re a police officer, you’re pushed in ways you’ve never been pushed,” says the assistant VP and senior legal counsel.
Business
Well-Traveled: Park City, Utah
A year-round look at BNY Mellon exec Charmaine Tang’s favorite getaway.
Business
Encore Enterprises’ Dr. Bharat Sangani On Rebuilding and Making His Father Proud
The chairman and CEO shares his pathway from cardiologist to commercial real estate executive.