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Hsu Office of Architecture: Austin's Influence on Architectural Trends Extends Beyond Texas Aug 08, 2023

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With more companies returning to office, at least in a hybrid work environment, foot traffic in the core of metropolitan cities is on the rise. Space planning has never been more critical, and that's where Austin's Hsu Office of Architecture comes in. ABJ Managing Editor Will Anderson welcomes Principals Michael Hsu and Maija Kreishman for a conversation on Austin's architectural trends, and the influence of Austin style on other metros across Texas, and beyond.

Dallas: M Crowd Restaurant Group's Edgar Guevara on Leadership in a Challenging Time Aug 01, 2023

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The restaurant business was challenging enough prior to the pandemic. Now, the labor market is tighter, inflation is impacting food prices, and restaurant groups are carefully balancing consumer technology with good old fashioned customer service. In this download, DBJ Reporter Alexa Reed gets an update from Edgar Guevara, CEO of M Crowd Restaurant Group, one of the DBJ's 2023 Most Admired CEO's.

San Antonio: Representative Tony Gonzales Leads Bipartisan HIRE Act to Streamline Visas Jul 25, 2023

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Immigration is a hot button issue and a political standoff. So Republican Representative Tony Gonzales reached across the aisle and found consensus with Democratic colleagues on something we can all agree on: Businesses big and small face challenges with a temporary one-year visa. Gonzales and co-sponsors propose the H-2 Improvements to Relieve Employment or HIRE Act, extending that period to three years. In this episode, SABJ Editor in Chief Ed Arnold connects with Gonzales on Capitol Hill for the details.

Austin: SportClips CEO on Family Business Succession and Franchise Growth Jul 18, 2023

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Edward Logan took over as SportClips CEO just weeks before the pandemic shut down franchise operations in over 1800 locations at that time across the US & Canada. Since re-opening, the Georgetown-based, second generation family business has actually grown its franchise count while negotiation a successful leadership transition from father to son. In this episode, ABJ Managing Editor Will Anderson chats with Logan, who shares how he and his team have emerged with a winning formula.

Houston: The Inspiring Sisters Who Built Their Marketing Agency From Scratch Jul 11, 2023

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Brenda and Patricia Boral built a successful business in Bolivia, but battled that country's turmoil and dreamed of duplicating their success in America. That dream became a reality, and they bootstrapped their marketing agency on a credit card, hard work, and working with the right clients. In this episode, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams profiles Brenda and Patricia Boral, partners in Boral Agency.

Dallas: Topgolf CEO Artie Starrs Tees Up the Next Generation of Entertainment Across America Jul 04, 2023

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You know business is good when folks across America are literally begging you to bring your game to town! Dallas-based Topgolf is delivering their unique mix of golf, entertainment and hospitality to an expanding fan base across the nation. But challenges loom: Copycats, competitors and a potential economic slowdown all present challenges. In this download, DBJ Associate Editor Alexa Reed schedules a tee time with Topgolf CEO Artie Starrs to learn how he and his "playmakers" are making it happen.

San Antonio: Native Son Will Hurd Announces His Run for the White House Jun 27, 2023

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Following the release of his book "American Reboot" in March of 2022, many political pundits anticipated a presidential run by San Antonio native Will Hurd. Last week, he made it official. In this download, SABJ Editor in Chief Ed Arnold revisits his conversation with Hurd upon the release of his book, where Hurd lays the foundation for what would become a run for the White House.
Editor's Note: Portions of this podcast were originally released on March 29, 2022.

Houston: Uncertain Times Fuel Speculation in Commercial Real Estate and Development Jun 20, 2023

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Rising interest rates, an uncertain office market and an estimated $1.5 trillion in commercial real estate debt coming due by the end of 2025 are all contributing factors in a slowdown. In this episode, HBJ Managing Editor Jonathan Adams calls on Skanska's EVP Matt Damborsky to deliver an update. Damborsky offers direction on how he and other industry veterans are navigating this test, and finding opportunities.

Austin: Curative Founder & CEO Fred Turner's Quest to Disrupt Healthcare Delivery Jun 13, 2023

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With a focus on preventative care, and described by its CEO as the "Netflix of healthcare", Curative is poised to disrupt the delivery model for care. In this download, Founder and CEO Fred Turner joins ABJ Managing Editor Will Anderson for an insightful conversation that impacts business owners in Austin, and across the nation.

Dallas: Kinley Construction's Next Gen Leaders Transition Legacy Company Into Growth Mode Jun 06, 2023

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Arlington-based Kinley Construction has been in business for 40 years, and its parent company Kinley Corp dates back 110 years. It would be easy for the sprawling family business to maintain status quo. But instead, CEO Jimmy Kinley is going full speed ahead with aggressive plans to expand the business. In this episode, DBJ Reporter Alexa Reed explores the growth strategy with Kinley, one of our 40 Under 40 Honorees.

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