D CEO June/July 2022
Cover Story
46 DFW Entrepreneurs Share Strategies and Lessons Learned
The regional business leaders honored in EY’s 2022 Entrepreneur Of The Year program used ingenuity and tenacity to fill market gaps.
Features
Business
A Global Force: Ann Mukherjee
In running the North American operations of Pernod Ricard, the world’s second-largest wine and spirits company, she pushes boundaries and breaks the rules.
Business
Inside Hana Khouri’s Rise From Topgolf Exec to Drive Shack CEO
The innovative leader is working her magic at the $282 million company behind Puttery—a Rory McIlroy-backed mini-golf brand. She’s also the reason designers made the debut Puttery location in The Colony “knock-the-shit-out-of-it-proof.”
Business
Lynn McBee’s Next Grand Experiment
The biotech and education exec is taking a scientific approach to solving Dallas’ labor challenges as the city’s workforce development czar.
Business
Meet the 500: Sharon Anderson Wright
The President and CEO of Half Price Books on her Red River cabin, her understated dream car, and more.
Business
Laurence Mittelbronn Is Off to the Races
Over lunch at Bonton Farms, the food and beverage leader talks about her next challenge: bringing a car racing championship to DFW.
Attracting and Retaining Talent
The Ultimate Guide for Attracting and Retaining Talent
A comprehensive guide to negotiation strategies, compensation trends, CEO recruiting, parental rights, remote work guidelines, and more.
Business
A Shift Toward Transparency
Being open about company values, decisions, and social iniatives is a new hiring must.
Business
New Focus on Mental Health
It’s about more than just traditional healthcare. Flexible schedules, remote work, vacation time and other benefits are all mental health considerations for employers.
Attracting and Retaining Talent
Finding Your Company’s Next CEO
The war for talent extends to top spots on the organization chart.
Business
Recruiting Strategies and Compensation Trends
What do today’s workers want? Hint: It’s no longer just about the money.
Attracting and Retaining Talent
C-Suite Execs Share Workplace Strategies
Everything from remote work and benefits to culture and work environment come into play, leaders say.
Business
Closing the Funding Gap For Women Entrepreneurs
Female founders still face significant challenges when it comes to securing funding. But investors are learning that the payoff is there.
Business
Local C-Suiters on Their Most Successful Leadership Strategies
Leaders from Texas Capital Bank, TimelyMD, and The MB Group on reanalyzing fears, helping others achieve their goals, and empowering employees.
Business
Three Tips for Exiting Your Business Successfully
Communications maven Gail Cooksey explains why selling to employees can often be the best solution for ensuring continuity.
Business
Talent Consultant Gennéa Squire de Torres Seeks Out Unique Details in Her Attire
She describes her personal style as ‘classic with a feminine edge.’
Business
Froswa Booker-Drew and the Power of the HERitage Giving Circle
The nonprofit executive leads a group that supports underfunded organizations led by Black women.
Business
Locke Lord’s Elizabeth Mack Is Planting Seeds for the Future
The managing partner of the firm’s Dallas office says she helps communities—and orchids—blossom.
Business
Get Away to Bora Bora With BeautyBio Founder Jamie O’Banion
The French Polynesian paradise is worth the long flight to get there.
Business
New Friends New Life CEO Bianca Davis Has Survived Six Hurricanes
The CEO of New Friends New Life, who was born amidst a hurricane in The Bahamas, shares her upbringing story.
Business
Sarah T. Hughes Was in a Justice League of her Own
Elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 1930, she broke many political and legal barriers during her career.
