The SMU Cox Caruth Institute For Entrepreneurship

We sincerely appreciate your ongoing support and partnership with the Caruth Institute for Entrepreneurship at SMU Cox! 2024 has been an incredible year filled with innovation, growth, and success stories made possible by our vibrant community of entrepreneurs, students, faculty, and partners. Together, we are driving the spirit of entrepreneurship and making a meaningful impact. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous holiday season filled with warmth, happiness, and good cheer. May the new year bring you continued success and exciting opportunities. Thank you for participating in our journey. We look forward to seeing what we can achieve together in 2025! Nancy J. Hong

🦃 Thanksgiving Gratitude for the Dallas 100™ Community 🦃 Thanksgiving is a time to reflect and count our blessings, and I feel truly fortunate to be part of a community that celebrates innovation, fosters growth, and builds a brighter future for North Texas. I am deeply grateful for the Dallas 100™ community and everyone contributing to its success. To the exceptional entrepreneurs, we honored this year: your achievements are a powerful testament to the creativity, hard work, and resilience that fuel our economy. Your success stories inspire us all. To our sponsors: thank you for making it possible to spotlight entrepreneurial excellence and celebrate these remarkable achievements in our region. To our partners and volunteers: your dedication and passion make this event tremendously successful. I appreciate your hard work and commitment to supporting and uplifting the entrepreneurial spirit. As we celebrate Thanksgiving, I am reminded of the power of community and collaboration in driving progress and innovation. Thank you all for being a part of this journey. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, restful, and gratitude-filled holiday! 🦃 Bill Rolley @TexasCapital Austin Doucette, MBA SMU Cox - Williams S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership The Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (HITIE) USI Insurance Services Ollie Chandhok KRLD New Radio 1080 Forvis Mazars US Polsinelli MarketScale SMU Cox School of Business #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Dallas100 #Entrepreneurship #SMUCox

Thank you to our exceptional speakers, @TomLeppert and @DanBranch, and our skilled moderator, @JohnTerry, for making the Southwest Venture Forum unforgettable! Your expertise and unique perspectives, bridging business and policy worlds, provided invaluable insights into Texas' future—highlighting innovation, growth, and opportunities for all. 💡 Your contributions educated and inspired our audience to embrace new possibilities and thrive in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. 🚀 We are grateful for your time, wisdom, and leadership in fostering a brighter, more innovative Texas! Thank you, everyone, for attending! SMU Cox - Williams S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership #SouthwestVentureForum #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #TexasGrow

Southwest Venture Forum: Insights on Texas’ Innovation and Growth for All Regardless of whether you lean red or blue, the upcoming Southwest Venture Forum promises an enlightening look at the economic and policy shifts that could shape Dallas, Texas, the U.S., and beyond. Join us for a deep dive into new frontiers in innovation, investment, and entrepreneurship in Texas, covering: * The Texas Stock Exchange: What will this mean for business growth? * Texas’ Top 10 Global GDP Ranking and strong outlook for growth. * Proposed Import Tariffs—feasibility, likely implementation, and potential impact. * The Office of Government Efficiency, with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy at the helm: What’s realistic? Following these thought-provoking discussions, engage in an audience Q&A to explore these topics further. We’re honored to feature Tom Leppert and Dan Branch as speakers. With a unique blend of government and business insight, Mr. Leppert—former White House Fellow, Dallas Mayor, investor, and seasoned CEO—brings a wealth of experience across industries. Mr. Branch, a partner at Winstead Law Firm, has over 30 years of expertise in business law and legislative leadership, having served as both Secretary and Chairman of the Texas Public Finance Authority and a representative in the Texas Legislature. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights into Texas’ future from two experts whose perspectives bridge the worlds of business and policy. Join us at the Southwest Venture Forum! EASY Parking on Bishop Boulevard. Register now - smu.edu/swvf - Registration will close on Monday, Nov. 18. SMU Cox - Williams S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership SMU Cox School of Business Nancy J. Hong Bill Rolley JR Garcia

Congratulations to the SMU Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Club! 🎉 Serving as a judge at today’s Circuit Pitch Competition was an absolute honor! The incredible student entrepreneurs’ creativity, passion, and innovation truly impressed me. The energy in the room was electric, and it’s clear that the future of entrepreneurship is in great hands. A huge shout out to the SMU Undergrad Entrepreneurship Club for organizing such an amazing event and fostering a space where students can bring their bold ideas to life. 🌟 To all the participants, well done for your hard work and dedication! Keep pushing boundaries and turning your visions into reality. 👏 Looking forward to seeing where your entrepreneurial journeys take you! 🚀 Again, congratulations to all presenters! Nancy J. Hong The Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (HITIE) Southern Methodist University SMU Cox - Williams S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #SMU #TheCircuit #StartupCommunity #PitchCompetition

Don’t miss the 34th Annual Dallas 100™ Entrepreneur Awards, celebrating the region’s fastest-growing businesses driving positive economic impact and job creation! The deadline to reserve your ticket is Sunday, November 3. Secure yours now at smu.edu/dallas100! SMU Cox - Williams S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership The Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (HITIE) Bill Rolley Jonathan Reale, CPA @dartzerounian Ollie Chandhok Katie Steinberg MarketScale Andy Hoover Jamar Johnson Porter Brawley Nancy J. Hong SMU Cox Dallas 100 SMU Cox School of Business

🎉 Teaming up to celebrate entrepreneurship at the 34th annual Dallas 100™ CEO Reception! The Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (HITIE), SMU Cox - Williams S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership SMU Cox Dallas 100 Thank you, Bill Rolley, for kicking off the event! A special thanks to our Keynote Speaker, former Red Bull North America CEO Stefan Kozak, and the incredible 2024 Dallas 100™ winners and sponsors for joining us at this exciting pre-gala event. 🏆 The anticipation builds as these top-performing companies will discover their ranking at the 34th annual Dallas 100™ Awards Gala on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM at the Hyatt Regency Dallas. Want more information? www.smu.edu/dallas100 or contact Nancy Hong, Assistant Director at the Caruth Institute, at nhong@smu.edu. #Dallas100 #Entrepreneurship #SMUCox #CaruthInstitute #Innovation #Leadershipte

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Don't miss out on the biggest entrepreneurship celebration in Big D! Join us for this exciting event. The deadline to submit your application is next Friday, July 26th. Apply now - smu.edu/dallas100! Are you ready to join the exclusive community of the SMU Cox Dallas 100™, the fastest-growing privately held company in the DFW area? 🚀 This program fosters innovation, drives growth, and creates impactful economic opportunities in North Texas. Why should your company be part of the most respected program in North Texas? * Visibility and Prestige * Networking Opportunities * Employee Morale and Recruitment * Publicity and Media Coverage * Benchmarking and Growth Insights * Investor Attraction * Customer Confidence Apply Now, smu.edu/dallas100, and be part of the community that celebrates YOU and your team's success! There is NO FEE to apply, and the application process takes less than ten minutes; complete the online form at smu.edu/dallas100. Nancy J. Hong SMU Cox School of Business Bill Rolley Katie Steinberg MarketScale Daniel Litwin @dartzerounian Kerry Fitzgerald, CPA Austin Doucette, MBA Jonathan Reale, CPA Joshua Taylor Ollie Chandhok KRLD AM 1080 Texas Capital Andy Hoover @JarmarJohnson @DavidArtzerounian @AndrewKinworthy @JasonWeber Williams S. Spears Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership #SMUCoxDallas100 #FastGrowth #Innovation #DallasJobs #dfwjobs #entreprenuership #internship

🌟Passionate about why the entrepreneurial mindset is so crucial for students’ careers and the innovation economy? 🌟 Are you ready to foster the next generation of innovators and thrive in an ever-evolving world by using your entrepreneurship experience and teaching? 🚀 Join us at SMU and add fuel to the spirit of entrepreneurship on campus! We are looking for a dedicated individual ready to inspire and shape the future of entrepreneurship. We can’t wait to meet you soon! Joshua Taylor Nancy J. Hong SMU Cox School of Business #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Teaching #CareerGrowth #SMU #NextGenLeaders