Profiles in Leadership is a chance to look at the next movers and shakers of Fort Worth. The series explores what happens when we expand who is considered a leader, how the city will grow without the “Old Guard” in charge, and how some already have stepped up to make changes in the city.
The background
Paving a new way: Fort Worth looks for successors to Old Guard
A rejected Olympic bid helped lead to one of the most visionary projects Fort Worth has pulled off — Dickies Arena, a $540 million project paid for mostly by private investors led by billionaire Ed Bass. Fort Worth leaders attempted to get the 2012 Olympics in Cowtown, but the city lacked a state-of-the-art arena to…
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In baseball and leadership, practice guides Bethlehem Center executive director
Ricky Martinez sees the parallels of his time on the baseball field and his role as executive director of Bethlehem Center in Fort Worth.
Fort Worth caregiver’s personal experience informs advocacy for military social workers
A social worker who never imagined a turn toward advocacy is now an emphatic supporter of military caregivers.
FunkyTown Food Project’s executive director nourishes students’ dreams
Reginald Robinson is combining his love for food and teaching as FunkyTown Food Project’s executive director.
Former WNBA player, UTA’s head coach aims to model leadership for women
Shereka Wright made a name for herself playing basketball in college and in the WNBA. She brings 17 years of coaching chops to UTA’s Lady Mavs.
Pandemic didn’t stop Wesleyan student from diving into leadership
Brooklynn Rowe is president of student government at Texas Wesleyan, where she is learning about leadership while juggling a busy schedule.
Speaking for the books: The Dock Bookshop owners make space for cultural conversations in Fort Worth
The owners of The Dock Bookshop say their east Fort Worth store is for more than just books — it’s for community.
How a former athlete turned Fort Worth lawyer hopes to lead with his heart
Ty Stimpson’s love of the Yankees led to law school, the NFL and the Tarrant County District Attorney’s office — and our Profile in Leadership.
Fort Worth emerging leader organizes her way to the top
By all accounts, Holly McCleary is a very organized person.
However, the 29-year-old admits her path into the legal marketing field was less than organized.
After career in pro basketball, construction business owner looks to help east Fort Worth rebound
After a career playing professional basketball around the world, Jeremis Smith now runs a construction company, Legacy Construction Solutions LLC, a wealth management business and a bar in Fort Worth.
Fort Worth film commissioner leans into Texas hospitality to bring box office projects to Cowtown
For Fort Worth film commissioner Jessica Christopherson, it’s all about creating the perfect environment for filmmakers coming to town. She shares her approach to the industry in our latest Profile in Leadership.
Levitt Pavilion director hits the right musical note in Arlington
One of Letatia Teykl’s earliest memories was attending a Willie Nelson concert at the old, old Arlington Stadium. Her parents were — and remain — big music fans and instilled that love in her…
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