D CEO November 2022
Business
Editor’s Note: The Exhilaration of Conquering Fear
When it becomes debilitating, fear can prevent us from experiencing some of life’s greatest moments.
Business
Joe Walsh is Building a Billion-Dollar SaaS Empire
The chairman and CEO of Thryv Holdings transformed a telephone directory business into a flourishing software-as-a-service enterprise.
Business
Meet the 500: Finastra CIO Tamila Fathi
The innovation leader on why her spirit animal is an elephant, why she is a real estate agent in her spare time, and more.
Business
Here’s How Much Texas Could Stand to Gain if it Legalizes Online Sports Betting
The movement has the support of the Texas Rangers, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Cowboys, and Dallas Stars, which are all part of the Sports Betting Alliance.
Business
Dr. Tyler Cooper’s Pursuit of Mountain Medicine
Cooper Aerobics President and CEO Dr. Tyler Cooper has defied death while summiting the world’s tallest peaks.
Business
Nathan Loftice Finally Says Yes to EarthX
The organization’s new CEO, a longtime environmental adviser to Trammell S. Crow, sees endless opportunities.
Business
Plaza Premium Group’s DFW Airport Lounge Expansion
DFW AIrport is now the company’s national headquarters as it looks to double its domestic presence.
Business
Media Maven Liliana Gil Valletta’s Long Journey Home
The corporate executive turned entrepreneur left Colombia for Texas to pursue the American dream. After rising to a global post in NYC, she’s back in the Lone Star State. Here’s why.
Business
What North Texas Energy Players Need Now
As the demand for reliable and clean power continues to spike, DFW industry leaders say they need technology, infrastructure, and improved supply chains to evolve.
Business
How George Yates Aims to Help Solve Europe’s Energy Crisis
At a time when the world needs him most, the third-generation oilman and HEYCO Energy Group CEO comes off the sidelines to bring industry innovations across the pond.
Business
Dallas Energy Executives Share Top Wins From 2022
The top execs at City Electric Supply Co., Ricochet Fuel Distributors, and Oncor Electric Delivery pull back the curtain on recent proud moments.
Business
Amy Power on What to Do When a Crisis Strikes
The public relations guru says a catastrophe can hit any company. Smart leaders will make sure they’re prepared.
Business
Flea Style’s Brittany Cobb is a ‘Maximalist’ Who Likes to Layer
The founder and CEO shares her influences, inspirations, and what she never leaves home without.
Business
Rolando Blackman Gets Real About Overcoming the Challenges of His Past
From a physically abusive home to deep depression in the ninth grade, Blackman turned his pain into a decorated basketball career and a leadership role in the Dallas Mavericks’ front office.
Executive Travel
Well Traveled: Foodie Finds in Napa Valley, California
The wine country northeast of San Francisco is an ideal place to eat, drink, and be merry, says Amazon executive Vickie Yakunin.
Business
Leslie Stemmons Tamed the Trinity River
I-35 E in Dallas is named for the real estate developer that helped make the Design District possible.
