Texas Economic Development Leaders Meet With California Businesses
Business executives who met with Texas economic development leaders in California this week were eager to discuss the advantages of relocating to and expanding in the Lone Star State, said Robert Allen, President and CEO of the Texas Economic Development Corporation. Allen, Adriana Cruz, Executive Director of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism, […]
Shipley Do-Nut Adding 25 Locations Across Dallas-Fort Worth
Shipley Do-Nut will be opening 25 new locations throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The Houston-based company has entered a franchise agreement with HPL Capital LLC to build locations in McKinney, Denton, Las Colinas, Coppell, Irving, Garland, Prosper, Roanoke, Rowlett and Rockwall. HPL Capital CEO Michael Poates will oversee the site selection, construction of the additional […]
Local Latino Leaders Recognized With the 2021 Maestro Award
Latino Leaders Magazine has recognized five Dallas-Fort Worth-based executives with its 2021 Maestro Award, the publication’s highest distinction. The Maestros—formerly known as the Maestro Awards Ceremony—each year gathers influential Latino leaders from across the country to celebrate various trailblazer’s achievements, success stories, and triumphs. The gala has become known as an institution in the Latino […]
The Fun Factory Back 2 da Block Party
The Fun Factory, a non profit organization, was founded by Melani and Rocket Ismail. The Fun Factory was created 2018, to serve the needs of the young creative community through music, film/television, the arts, technology and entrepreneurship. On November 25, 2021, The Fun Factory will host its first official event. The block party is a […]
Seven Irving-Las Colinas Companies Among the 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in North Texas
Seven Irving-based companies have been included in the 31st Annual Dallas 100 of the fastest-growing, privately-owned businesses in North Texas. The Dallas 100 is run by The Caruth Institute for Entrepreneurship at Southern Methodist University’s Cox School of Business. This year’s top Dallas 100 companies generated over $8.5 billion in combined revenue from 2018 to […]
The Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce Announces 40th Class of Leadership Irving-Las Colinas
The Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce announced the 40th class of Leadership Irving-Las Colinas. Founded in 1980, Leadership Irving-Las Colinas prepares a diverse group of leaders to serve as agents and sustainers of positive change for the quality of life in Irving-Las Colinas. The program serves to provide a systematic program to enhance awareness […]
Irving Based U.S. Oral Surgery Management Strengthens Ties In Minnesota With Third Partnership
U.S. Oral Surgery Management (USOSM) – a specialty management services company that exclusively serves premier oral and maxillofacial surgeons – has inked a new partnership with Southeastern Minnesota Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. The Minnesota oral and maxillofacial practice has four locations and four doctors treating patients in Austin, Mankato, Owatonna and Rochester. “We’re excited to […]
Toyota of Irving Donates 400 Earbuds to Lamar Middle School
It’s a good day for Lamar Middle School. Earlier this morning, students, faculty and staff unveiled their new Outdoor Learning Center (OLC) and received a donation of 400 earbuds from one of the district’s long-standing partners, Toyota of Irving. “We are extremely grateful to see the efforts toward creating learning and growth opportunities become reality […]
RumbleOn Continues Growth With Acquisition of Fort Worth Powersports Dealer
RumbleOn (NASDAQ: RMBL) is continuing its expansion push acquisitions. Marking its third deal this year, the Irving-based publicly traded online vehicle marketplace has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Fort Worth powersport vehicle dealer Freedom Powersports. Financial terms of the deal, which is expected to close later this year or early next year, were […]
Williams Square Plaza Reconstruction Project Progresses on Schedule
Excitement grows as the Irving Williams Square Plaza reconstruction project progresses on schedule with a projected spring 2022 completion date. The $7.8 million Capital Improvement Program project, located in the heart of Irving’s Urban Center, will soon transform into a pedestrian-friendly destination where visitors from all will enjoy the refinished iconic mustangs plus a variety […]