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Board Member Profiles

Tom Codd, Managing Partner, North Texas, PriceWater-
HouseCoopers

Tom is a certified public accountant in Texas and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants. He is a graduate of Purdue University.

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Joseph M. DePinto, President and CEO,
7-Eleven, Inc.
Joe DePinto is the President and CEO of 7-Eleven, Inc. DePinto first joined 7-Eleven in 2002, and has held several executive positions within the organization.
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featured stories
Letter from the President
I don’t know about you but I’m getting communications from people and organizations in ways I never dreamed of before. U.S. mail and emails are working well but in some ways seem a little old fashioned. We are in the midst of an exciting communications revolution, a once in a lifetime change; social media is a growth industry.
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Healthcare Reform Update
As you know a proposal for Federal Healthcare Reform is being hotly debated right now in Washington. The United States Chamber of Commerce has this to say: Disastrous nationalized health care plan would add $239 billion to deficit.
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economic development
Momentum Awards Call for Nominations
The Dallas Regional Chamber will accept applications for the 2009 Momentum Awards through September 11.  The Momentum Awards celebrate companies that have made a positive impact on the economy through job growth and location and expansion activities as well as those companies and organizations contributing to the vitality of the Dallas region.
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14th Annual International Business Achievement Awards To Be Held on December 11, 2009
The International Business Achievement Awards Luncheon and Expo on December 11, 2009 will bring awareness of the role North Texas companies play in the global market. The luncheon presentation will recognize several small to mid-size company finalists with one award recipient, an individual recipient, and one large corporate recipient who have been instrumental in promoting the Dallas/Fort Worth region as an international business center.
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SECO Administers Millions in Funding for Renewable Energy/Energy Efficiency Projects
As the state works to implement programs funded by the economic stimulus bill, the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) expects to receive approximately $285 million of stimulus funding for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. SECO has recently released details of its newly created grant programs for market-ready projects in these arenas.
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Education Key to Area Development – Find Out How Your Business Can Play A Part
Efforts to support and engage in area education efforts are going on at the public and higher education level. The opportunities may seem overwhelming but you know that for the area to continue to thrive, business must continue to play a part. Find out how your company can contribute.
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EPA Awards $3.7 Million to DFW Area to Reduce Diesel Emissions
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $3.7 million in recovery funding to a combination of clean diesel projects in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The funds are provided under the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) OF 2009 National Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program.
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public policy
Texas-based Healthcare Reform: Cancer Research
While much debate in Washington D.C. focuses on healthcare reform, affordability of health insurance and the cost to consumers, Texas has made an investment in one area of healthcare that impacts thousands of its residents.
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House Passes Climate Change Bill
On Friday, June 26, 2009, the U.S. House of Representatives passed, by a vote of 219 to 212, The American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 (H.R. 2454), authored by Congressmen Henry Waxman (D- Calif.) and Edward Markey (D-Mass.).
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Obama Administration Announces Nominations for Ambassadorships to Canada and Mexico
On June 4th, the Obama Administration announced the President's nominations for Ambassadors to Canada and Mexico.
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Ex-Im Bank, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry Sign Memorandum of Understanding
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank) and the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) signed an agreement committing to work together to expand the trade relationship between their two countries.
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Live Healthy North Texas
With Live Healthy Dallas 2009 behind us it is time to look forward to a new and exciting program to improve the health of not just Dallas, but all of North Texas. The Live Healthy North Texas 100 Day Challenge is a team based weight loss and physical activity program that will assist individuals and their teammates in making positive changes that lead to a healthier lifestyle.
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member services
LDA Distinguished Alumni Award Celebrates 20 Years
The Distinguished Alumni Award is presented to a Leadership Dallas alumnus who has made a positive difference in the Greater Dallas area. The award emphasizes the importance of active involvement in the Greater Dallas region and serves to encourage and provide a role model for others.
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Diversity and Flexibility – Your Workforce Needs Addressed
Workforce needs for employers are ever-present during slow economic times. How can employers continue to focus on issues important to their employees while juggling all of the other business demands that vie for their attention?
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Congratulations to Our Newest Members
Each of the businesses featured held grand opening ceremonies to mark the beginning of their new ventures. We are proud to have them as members and look forward to helping them grow into successful businesses that will benefit the region.
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