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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From saucepans to black belts, Ronald McDonald chef is ready to coach
Chef Ian Salavon learned to cook at a young age, and now he’s using those skills in the nonprofit world.
Fort Worth doctor looks to lead more women to emergency medicine
Dr. Lisa Williford has served as an emergency medicine physician at Texas Health Fort Worth for over 10 years. Here’s how she inspires others.
Homeless coalition leader takes holistic approach to combat housing insecurity
Lauren King of the homeless coalition shares how she led the agency through COVID-19 and now the housing crisis in our latest Profile in Leadership.
It was wild: Fort Worth physician tests her leadership skills in gorilla C-section
Fort Worth OB/GYN got a call from the zoo asking for help with a birth. But stepping up to a challenge is something she is used to doing.
Fort Worth advocate works to lift up LGBTQ+ communities in Tarrant County
Jonah Murray serves on the board of Finn’s Place and represents District 11 on Fort Worth’s Human Relations Commission.
Bedford’s youngest mayor wants to make a difference in classroom, City Hall
Just four months into his gig as mayor of Bedford, Dan Cogan, 35, wants to breathe new life into the community.
Fort Worth counselor looks to provide mental health services through a cultural lens
Lachelle Goodrich focuses on cultural competency to make a lasting impact as the licensed professional counselor at iLegacy Consulting and Counseling.
What do you want to do? Question leads to career for business leader
Christie Eckler was encouraged by other leaders in her career. Now she’s sharing what she’s learned.
Former Green Beret returns home ready to serve Fort Worth community
Zack Hughes shares how his journey in the military helped him find purpose upon his return to Fort Worth in our latest Profile in Leadership.
How can Fort Worth encourage small business? This consultant has firsthand experience
Darlisa Diltz never thought starting her own business was an option. Now, she wants to help others start theirs.
‘Lead with a vision’: Fort Worth medical officer oversees health centers with collaboration, respect
Dr. Patricia Rodriguez brings a love for medicine to her role as chief medical officer of the North Texas Area Community Health Centers.
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