Stories by Kelsey Vanderschoot
Executive Travel
Well Traveled: A Rejuvenating Retreat to Puerto Rico
The island paradise is the perfect mix of Latin culture and Caribbean flavors. Plus, Puerto Rico native Jorge Calderon shares his travel tips.
Business
Alberto Lombardi’s Journey From Italian Seminary Student to Texas Restaurateur
The owner and founder of Lombardi Family Concepts traveled the world before settling in Dallas and opening 40 restaurants.
Gift Guides
DFW Startup Finds: D CEO’s Last-Minute Christmas Gift Guide
Buy local with products from Parker & Hyde, FatBoy USA, Bell'Invito, Tim Love's clothing brand, and more.
Business
Dallas Power Couples: Inside the Lives of the Region’s Top Dynamic Duos
They’re superstars in business and influential forces in the community. Here’s how five of Dallas-Fort Worth’s most powerful couples make everything work.
Business
Well Traveled: A Flavorful Getaway to Playa Grande, Dominican Republic
The northern region of the island nation that’s home to Amanera Resort is a favorite stop for Dallas restaurateur Miriam Jimenez.
Stories by Kelsey Vanderschoot
Business
Auberge Resorts’ CEO Craig Reid Leans Into Southern Hospitality
The Dallas-based hospitality executive is overseeing the opening of two luxury hotels in North Texas over the next three years.
Business
How an Empanada Purchase Helped Socorro Tequila’s Pablo Antinori Make it to the U.S.
The Socorro co-founder speaks about his journey from a Bolivian Border Patrol office to launch a successful tequila brand.
Commercial Real Estate
Fountain Place Unveils Plans to Open New Private Club in 2024
Called Cypress, the invite-only venue hopes to attract new tenants and serve as a gathering place for Dallas business elite. Amenities include a hunting simulator, two golf simulators, pickleball courts, and a bar, with interiors by Dallas-based Studio 11 Design.
Awards Programs
Finalists Announced: The Innovation Awards 2024
The 2024 program recognizes 74 companies and trailblazers paving the way for the future of innovation in North Texas.
Business
Meet Illes Foods’ Fourth-Generation Leader Cristin Illes Kahale
The CEO leads Carrollton-based Illes Foods, which produces custom food and beverage sauces, flavors, syrups, and more for many of the nation's largest grocers and restaurants.