D CEO January/February 2024
Business
When Things Don't Go as Planned
Being stuck on an elevator for 90 minutes led to an epiphany.
Business
Verily’s Stephen Gillett Wants to Gamify Healthcare
The former Starbucks and Best Buy exec is bringing leadership experience at some of corporate America’s biggest names to the world of precision health.
Dallas 500
Meet the Dallas 500: Albert Zapanta, U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce
The president and CEO of the U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce talks about his time as an Army Rangers, the current political climate, and his experience as an extra in New York Ballet’s rendition of Scheherazade.
Business
How Influencer Daryl-Ann Denner Built Thriving Fashion Brand Nuuds
After recently celebrating its one-year anniversary, Nuuds has grown from a small collection of T-shirts into a brand boasting 65 product styles and 35 employees.
Business
Why Matthew DeSarno Left the FBI to Run a Dallas-based Tech Startup
The longtime G-Man uses experiences gained over 20 years in the bureau to lead and grow Verfico Technology, a tech platform that helps prevent wage theft in the construction industry.
Business
How the Region’s Top Innovators Are Using AI and ML to Solve Business Challenges
Five industry pioneers share their strategies for ushering in the new Machine Age.
Business
New Nothing Bundt Cakes CEO Dolf Berle Reveals His Recipe for Expansion
He helped quadruple the value of Dave & Buster’s business and led Topgolf through brisk revenue growth. Now, the former American Ninja Warrior contestant is cooking up a new recipe at North Texas-based Nothing Bundt Cakes.
Commercial Real Estate
CRE Experts: How Smart Urban Design and Planning Can Help DFW Thrive in the Creative Economy
Real estate developers and civic leaders weigh in on the role of mobility and placemaking in smart urban design.
Business
Dallas EO Chief Jon Minjoe Is a ‘Stand-Up’ Leader
The Entrepreneurs’ Organization Executive Director uses standup comedy to work through business challenges and sharpen his mind.
Technology
How Valmiki Mukherjee Is Defending the Digital Front Lines in the Middle East and Europe
The founder of Cyber Future Foundation and Cybrize uses his expertise to help people stay safe during war and unrest.
Shopping & Fashion
My Style: Anthony Diesch Eschews Silver Because “It Means Second Place”
The CEO of Nova Landscape Group, whose clients include Toyota and JPMorgan Chase, opts for ageless fashion, often donning Gucci loafers or Ray-Ban Aviators.
Executive Travel
Well Traveled: A Vibrant Getaway to Sausalito, California, With Cynt Marshall
The Golden Gate Bridge connects this charming waterside town to the Dallas Mavericks CEO’s old stomping grounds of San Francisco.
Publications
DNA Studios CEO Sam Schrade and His Harrowing Escape From Vietnam
Schrade was an orphan in Vietnam who escaped the country during the Vietnam War after being rescued from being adrift at sea for days.
Residential Real Estate
Ebby Halliday: The First Lady of Dallas Real Estate
Halliday transferred her skills as a hat saleswoman to the real estate field. She proceeded to build a billion-dollar enterprise.
Publications
Women Leading STEM
Dallas’ female STEM leaders are paving the way for more women to enter this growing field.
