My Roots
D CEO’s monthly feature, My Roots, shares the stories of North Texas business leaders who immigrated here from other countries. Supported by a vibrant, welcoming community, they’re now playing a big part in the region’s economic success. It’s the American Dream, in action.
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How One Decision by Arnold Shokouhi’s Mother Changed His Family’s Life Forever
After escaping the Iranian revolution through a series of tunnels, McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans managing partner Arnold Shokouhi shares the lessons he took from immigrating to the United States.
Roots: Restaurateur Richard Thomas Grew Up in Jamaica’s Poorest and Most Violent City
The founder and CEO of The Present House Hospitality Group, which is on pace for $15 million in sales in 2023, opens up about his childhood.
How the GM of Tower Club Dallas Escaped a Militant Childhood in the Soviet Union
Irakli "BB" Jorjadze, also the general manager of The Constellation Club, opens up about his war-torn upbringing.
Business
Hite Creative Founder Tatiana Chamorro Continues a Legacy of Fierce Determination
The niece of former Nicaraguan president Violeta Chamorro says her family’s commitment to democracy and entrepreneurship has fueled her interest in education and philanthropy.
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.
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Avocados From Mexico Executive Miguel Molina on How Dreaming Big Brought Him to America
Molina thought he might join the small family business in Mexico, but today leads an organization that represents 30,000 avocado growers.
Business
What Chilean Immigrant Andrés Correa Learned About America
The partner at Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegman describes life under the Chilean dictatorship and adapting to the states.
Business
How Mother Theresa’s Orphanage Gives Sanjiv Yajnik Lasting Perspective
The Capital One Financial Services president dives into his childhood in Kolkata and working with orphans.
Business
Steve Miff’s Journey From Domino’s Pizza Chef to Healthcare CEO
The Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation leader shares his journey escaping communist Romania and making a life in the United States.
Business
Rebecca Acuña’s Fight For Residency
PepsiCo's director of government affairs (and Biden's former Texas campaign chief) shares her immigration journey from Sinaloa, Mexico.