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Houston: Empowering Families to Embrace the Known, and Unknown with Dr. Baruch Williams Nov 16, 2021

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Pediatric mental health was a top concern for many professionals, even prior to the pandemic. COVID-19 underscored that, and Dr. Baruch Williams seized the moment to leverage her passion for helping young people. In this episode, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams profiles Dr. Williams, one of our 2021 Women Who Mean Business honorees.

Austin: Robo Burrito Bowls and a Hunger for Expansion - Freebirds World Burrito CEO Alex Eagle Nov 09, 2021

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Whether you're ordering a Super Monster Burrito,, a fresh salad, or a WeeBird quesadilla for your kiddo, Freebirds World Burrito aims to please and has ambitious plans to expand beyond brick & mortar. What's old is new again, as the fast-casual chain looks to add robotic burrito bowl vending machines in apartment & office buildings, and potentially airports and hotels as well. In this episode, ABJ Managing Editor Will Anderson checks in with Freebirds CEO Alex Eagle for an update.

Dallas: Leading With a Compass Instead of a Map - Hawkeye CEO W. Joe DeMiero Nov 02, 2021

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If you're looking for words of wisdom from a young CEO, you're downloading the right podcast. W. Joe DeMiero shares leadership takeaways that any business owner or executive, from a small business to a multi-national corporations can implement. Joe's worked with the best and brightest business leaders in America. In this episode with DBJ Managing Editor Rob Schneider, Joe compares leadership to jazz music.

Dallas: The Next City Poised for Growth Where the Answer is YES! Oct 26, 2021

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With lessons learned from Plano, Frisco and McKinney, Anna is next in line for explosive growth along the I-75 corridor. Mayor Nate Pike is juggling his day job, a young family, and the demands of leading what was once a small town into thriving community with infrastructure to support thousands of new residents. In this episode, DBJ Managing Editor Rob Schneider invites Pike to share how he's handling the demands on his time, and leading the strategic growth in Anna.

San Antonio: Will Conway on Pathwire's $1.9B Sale and How the Alamo City Stacks Up With Austin Oct 19, 2021

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Tech talent from across America is pouring into Texas. And while Austin grabs headlines thanks to Elon Musk and other Silicon Valley transplants, San Antonio boasts its own impressive tech lineup and offers more bang for the buck. In this episode, SABJ Tech Reporter Jeannette Garcia checks in with Pathwire CEO Will Conway, who reflects on the growth of his group, it's recent sale, and shares why more tech companies are settling in San Antonio.

Houston: Dr. Laura Murillo Shares Why the Hispanic Chamber Welcomes Everyone Oct 12, 2021

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Born & raised in Houston's East End/Magnolia neighborhood, Dr. Laura Murillo's involvement in the Houston business community began as a 10-year-old working in her family's restaurant. There, her parents taught her lessons about business and life, which Murillo combined with her keen communications skills to grow and lead Houston's Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. In this episode, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams invites Murillo to share her insight, including key life moments shared in her best-selling book, "Lead in Life".

Austin: The Recipe for Success at P. Terry's Burger Stand Isn't the Delicious Menu Oct 05, 2021

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What are the ingredients for success at P. Terry's? Quality food is certainly important, but investing in people is the key. Personalized birthday cakes, interest-free employee loans, constant feedback and continuous improvement keep the team happy, and they in turn deliver excellent customer service. In this episode, CEO Todd Coerver joins ABJ Managing Editor Will Anderson to share his insight, and why he actually likes the challenge of a tight labor market.

Dallas: The Agency Heavy Hitters Call When They Want to Reach a Diverse Audience Sep 28, 2021

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Among the most dynamic and creative business leaders in North Texas, Sophia Johnson is the Founder & President of Alpha Business Images. Johnson has led the growth of ABI, expanding the advertising agency footprint with offices in Dallas, Fort Worth and Atlanta. ABI represents high profile clients in four categories: travel/transportation, healthcare, education and the non-profit sector. In this episode, DBJ Managing Editor Rob Schneider welcomes Johnson, one of our 2021 Women in Business honorees.

San Antonio: Tobin Center President & CEO Michael Fresher Sep 21, 2021

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With state-of-the-art flexible design and its one-of-a-kind adjustable floor, San Antonio's Tobin Center for the Performing Arts can transform from a flat, ballroom floor to theater seating in minutes. And while that's impressive, the performance President & CEO Michael Fresher and his team have pulled of in the midst of a global pandemic is even more spectacular. In this episode, Fresher joins SABJ Editor-In-Chief Sam Boykin to share how & why The Tobin Center has found success when many other venues have gone dark.

Dallas: My Possibilities Executive Director Michael Thomas Sep 14, 2021

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Good luck finding reliable, dedicated people these days- it's almost impossible, unless you call My Possibilities. They have a talented team of HIPsters ready to assist if your business if you'll provide the opportunity. Hipsters are Hugely Important People, adults with cognitive disabilities seeking a stable, long-term work environment where they can contribute and be part of a team. In this episode, DBJ Managing Editor Rob Schneider invites My Possibilities Executive Director Michael Thomas to share how the HIPsters are making a difference for big companies and small businesses across North Texas.

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