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Tyler Crumley

Tyler Crumley has been involved in Fort Worth since moving in 2008. She helped launch Fort Worth Country Day’s Junior Kindergarten program as well as Lightening Bugs Learning – a micro school serving young learners integrating literacy and…

Blair Walker

Blair Walker is a native of Fort Worth and proud member of the community. After living in Washington DC and Charlotte, NC for a time, she is glad to be back and serving the community. She directs communication for Course 26, a financial…

Susan Rutledge Mitchell

Susan Rutledge Mitchell was born and raised in Fort Worth and has deep roots here. Susan is a CPA by training and has worked primarily in financial services over the last 35 years. Susan currently serves on the Trinity Valley Alumni Board.

Nominations open for Great Women of Texas

The Business Press is accepting nomination for our annual Great Women of Texas awards. The awards recognize outstanding women in our state for outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the community through their business and civic…

Women’s Policy Forum of Tarrant County Hosts 2024 Symposium: “Women’s Political Behaviors”

The Women’s Policy Forum of Tarrant County (WPF) is proud to host its 2024 Symposium, “Women’s Political Behaviors,” on Wednesday, November 13th, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Tarrant Area Food Bank in Fort Worth, Texas. This insightful…

Dallas Arboretum Welcomes Chris Smith as Senior Vice President, Marketing and Guest Experience

The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has named Chris Smith as the new Senior Vice President of Marketing and Guest Experience. Smith brings extensive experience in public gardens and green spaces, most recently serving as a consultant…

Wednesday, Nov 6

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Donald Trump Wins Second Term as President

After a closely contested race, Donald Trump secured a second term, defeating Kamala Harris with key victories in battleground states. The Associated Press reports Trump’s win followed strong support for his promises to curb inflation,…

New Amazon Operations Facility Announced in Cleburne

CLEBURNE, TEXAS – Amazon has announced it will be constructing a newoperations facility in Cleburne. The new facility will be approximately 1.7 millionsquare feet and will be located off of the Chisholm Trail Parkway at Industrial Drive.It…

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U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz declares victory over Democrat Colin Allred

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Tuesday, Nov 5

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T3 Partnership Launches Year of the Graduate at Vision T3 Event

Celebrating T3’s First Graduating Class and Preparing North Texas’ Next Generation of Leaders (Fort Worth, TX) – Last week, Tarrant To & Through (T3) Partnership celebrated its first graduating class and launched its “Year of the Graduate”…

Fort Worth’s First Command Leads Charge in Supporting Military Families

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin recently announced a comprehensive effort to enhance the well-being of military service members and their families. This initiative aligns with the Mission of First Command Financial Services, a Fort Worth…

Thursday, Oct 31

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ADOLFSON & PETERSON CONSTRUCTION COMPLETES MID CITIES LOGISTICS PROJECT

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New, five-building logistics hub enhances DFW’s growing industrial landscape FORT WORTH, TEXAS – (Oct. 31, 2024) – Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, recently…

Wednesday, Oct 30

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GOODWILL NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS CELEBRATES 75 YEARS OF IMPACT AT DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY GALA

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Honoring 75 Faces of Goodwill and Looking Forward to a Future of Empowerment Goodwill North Central Texas marked its 75th anniversary with a special event on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at the Fort Worth Club, celebrating decades of life…

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Savannah Bananas Violate Every Rule of Baseball, Business

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John Fletcher and his son Drew attended the final home game of the Savannah Bananas on Sunday, September 29, in Savannah, Georgia. This is the first of a two-part series, with this edition addressing the thrill of attending a Savannah…

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Why our employees are unhappy… and how we can change that

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By: J.R. Labbe, CEC Fact: Your customer experience will never exceed your employee experience. It’s a reality that can’t be ignored, especially in an age when Gallup research shows almost seven in 10 employees are not engaged or are…

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Recovery Resource Council Expands Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program with $1.2 Million in New Funding

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Recovery Resource Council is proud to announce that it has received an additional $1.2 million in funding for fiscal year 2025 from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for its Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program,…

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15-Year CRE Veteran Breck Besserer Joins Citadel Partners’ Fort Worth Office

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Breck Besserer joined corporate real estate advisory firm Citadel Partners as a Senior Advisor specializing in office and industrial project leasing in Fort Worth and Tarrant County. Throughout his 15-year career, he has represented both…

Tuesday, Oct 29

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KAI Welcomes Nicholas Simmerman as Project Manager in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

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KAI Design is excited to announce the hiring of Nicholas “Nic” Simmerman, as Project Manager at its Dallas-Fort Worth, TX office. Simmerman brings over 18 years of experience in the architecture industry, having worked on a diverse range…

Sunday, Oct 27

FORT WORTH MAYOR MATTIE PARKER HIGHLIGHTS SUCCESSES, OUTLINES VISION FOR CITY AT FWC LUNCHEON

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FWC PRESENTS 2024 SMALL BUSINESS AWARDS, INNOVATOR AWARDS FORT WORTH, TX – Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker delivered her State of the City address Thursday at a luncheon hosted by the Fort Worth Chamber (FWC) at Dickies Arena. This year’s…

Friday, Oct 25

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Whitley Penn Hosts 2024 Healthcare Conference at TopGolf Dallas

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Whitley Penn is hosting its annual Healthcare Conference on Thursday, November 14th from 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at TopGolf Dallas. This CPE eligible event is geared toward accounting, finance, and operations professionals in the…

Operatic Adaptation of Beloved Classic, Little Women Opens Fort Worth Opera 2024–2025 Season

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Production Promises Celebration of Sisterhood, Family and Homecoming for Audiences, Company and Cast (Fort Worth, Texas) – This month, Fort Worth Opera welcomes audiences to a heartwarming season-opening production: Mark Adamo’s operatic…

Anime Frontier Rides into Fort Worth for Fourth Anime Annual Convention

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North Texas’ largest anime convention, Anime Frontier, will return toCowtown Dec. 6 – 8 at the Fort Worth Convention Center. Partnered with the anime streaming powerhouseCrunchyroll, Anime Frontier brings together anime creators, actors,…

Wednesday, Oct 23

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Anette Landeros joins Trinity Metro as Chief Strategy Officer

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Her experience and record of innovation will further accelerate Trinity Metro’s bold plans for seamless, tech-forward, and community-driven services. (FORT WORTH, TEXAS) Oct. 23, 2024 — Trinity Metro is excited to announce the appointment…

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Float on over to Fred’s for a tasty new treat

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Who doesn’t like a good ol’ fashioned float, ice cream and your favorite beverage? Fred’s Texas Cafe now has that legendary treat, featuring four timeless flavors, Coke, Big Red, Dr Pepper and, of course, root beer. And if something a…

Grand Opening Event Welcomes IPE Building to Tarleton State Fort Worth

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FORT WORTH, Texas — Tarleton State University’s thriving Fort Worth campus along Chisholm Trail Parkway celebrated the grand opening of the Interprofessional Education (IPE) Building on Tuesday morning. Featuring more than 100,000 square…

Wednesday, Oct 16

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Dr. Kevin B. Johnson Named Dean of Tarleton State College of Science and Mathematics

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, October 15, 2024 Dr. Kevin B. Johnson Named Dean of Tarleton State College of Science and Mathematics STEPHENVILLE, Texas — After serving in an interim capacity over the past two months, Dr. Kevin B. Johnson…

esoera Foundation Announces Finalist for Third Annual Pitch Competition

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More Texas Women Entrepreneurs than Ever Competed for $35,000 Prizes Fort Worth, TX, October 15, 2024 – The eosera® Foundation has selected three innovative Texas-based women entrepreneurs from among over 125 entrants as finalists for its…

Tarleton State Names Dr. Lesley Leach Dean of College of Education

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STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Dr. Lesley Leach has been named Dean of Tarleton State University’s College of Education, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Currently Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Development, Dr. Leach has earned increasing levels of…

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North Central Texas Council of Governments Engages with Civic Marketplace to Transform Public Sector Procurement

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ARLINGTON, TEXAS – The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is pleased to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with Civic Marketplace, a mission-driven technology firm dedicated to revolutionizing public sector…

Monday, Oct 14

Texas Health Fort Worth Earns Prestigious Certification for Structural Heart Program

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Hospital nationally recognized for quality cardiovascular care FORT WORTH, TEXAS, Oct. 14, 2024 – Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth is the first facility in North Texas to earn the American College of Cardiology’s (ACC)…