D CEO October 2022
Cover Story
Bernie Uechtritz: The Ranch King
Meet the Australian entrepreneur behind Icon Global, whose vision and grit helped him overcome roadblocks to lead in the high-stakes world of luxury ranch sales in Texas and beyond.
Features
Business
Sam Romano: Making a Name for Himself
The 26-year-old hopes to build on the success of his famous father, Phil Romano, at the Uptown steakhouse, Nick & Sam’s.
Business
Alexis and Oliver Barbier-Mueller: Building an Empire
The 400-person hospitality group is one of four verticals the sons of Gabriel Barbier-Mueller lead at Harwood International.
Business
John McBride: The Last of the El Fenix Line
The El Vecino founder has learned from three generations of restaurateurs, but the legacy may end with him.
Real Estate
Why Eric Fleiss Is Making a Big Bet on Dallas
The CEO of real estate investment and development firm Regent Properties is going all in on a growing office market.
Dallas 500
Meet the Dallas 500: Tracy Skeans
The chief operating officer and chief people officer for Yum! Brands talks about her future forecast, the best advice she’s ever received, and more.
Business
This & That Hospitality Is All About Venues With a Sense of Whimsy
The restaurant group continues to expand its portfolio of playful restaurants, bars, and fitness concepts.
Business
Arun Agarwal Brings Business Savvy to Dallas’ Greenspace
The Nextt CEO and Dallas Park Board president talks about carbon credits and the forthcoming 110-acre Parkdale Lake Park.
Business
A Generational Shift at North Texas Restaurants
Next-generation restaurateurs are keeping family dynasties going—while adding new twists of their own.
Business
Calm in the Midst of Chaos
As guidelines become policy, in-house attorneys are grappling with the uncharted waters of ESG.
Business
The Texas Economic Model Is Wrestling With New Challenges
For the rest of the decade and beyond, growth in the state may not come as easily as it once did.
Business
CEO Perspectives: What Did You Learn From Your First Job?
Doug Moore of Fujitsu North America, Tiffany Woodson of Ink + Oro, and Mark Danuser of Tatum Brown Custom Homes on how they got their start.
Business
Expert Advice: Preparing Your Company for Life Without You
Private wealth management exec Kyle Wick offers three considerations for starting the succession planning process.
Business
Fletcher’s Original Corny Dogs CEO Aaron Fletcher’s Style is Classic with a Twist
Fletcher says he has a deep interest in art, film, and interior design that inspire his wardrobe choices.
Business
Joe Mannes Is the Brain Behind The Great Adventure Hunt
The Samco Capital Markets president creates challenging puzzles for ChildCareGroup’s fundraiser.
Business
Well Traveled: A Getaway to Charming Martha’s Vineyard
Family time and R&R is a must for this laid-back locale, where staffing exec Matrice Ellis-Kirk has a summer home.
Business
My Roots: Dalia Powers
The Humana leader grew up in Cairo, Egypt before moving to Dallas on a project for Texas Instruments in 1995.
Business
Ray Nasher Was Dallas’ King of Art and Commerce
From NorthPark Center to the Nasher Sculpture Center, his outsized influence on Dallas culture cannot be overstated.
