Darren L. James, FAIA, NOMA

Founded in 1926, the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce serves as an advocate for the creation, growth, and general welfare of African American businesses in the Dallas community. The Chamber actively promotes the expansion of business opportunities of our membership through referrals, partnerships, seminars, technical assistance, and marketing.
The Chamber focuses on advocating for economic and business development, education, and special projects. Our membership is the pivotal component of… Show more

Founded in 1926, the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce serves as an advocate for the creation, growth, and general welfare of African American businesses in the Dallas community. The Chamber actively promotes the expansion of business opportunities of our membership through referrals, partnerships, seminars, technical assistance, and marketing.
The Chamber focuses on advocating for economic and business development, education, and special projects. Our membership is the pivotal component of our success – it’s the only way we can make a difference! We commit to leading, educating, and advocating in the Dallas business community, making the North Texas region a great place for our members to do business.

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The mission of the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is to build and maintain a public venue that promotes the art, enjoyment and knowledge of horticulture, while providing opportunities for education and research. We are committed to excellence, good management and fiscal responsibility.

Our mission is to serve as a resource for those interested in architecture and design in North Texas and to be the hub for the conversation about how to make our cities better.

With Harold Simmons Park and other projects, the Conservancy is creating new connections between the people of Dallas and the city’s most valuable natural treasure, the Trinity River.

Dallas Citizens Council is comprised of the area’s CEOs and top business leaders who provide guidance on the policy issues that will move Dallas forward and serve in the moments that matter the most for the city. The officers and board of directors dedicate their time and expertise to act on behalf and at the behest of their fellow members by serving as the organization’s governing body.

VisitDallas is an independent, not-for-profit organization that promotes Dallas as a business and pleasure destination.

The Dallas Regional Chamber is one of the most established business organizations in the nation and serves as the voice of business and the champion of economic development and growth in the Dallas Region. We work with our member companies and regional partners to strengthen our business community by advocating for pro-growth public policies, improving our educational system, attracting talented workers from around the world, and enhancing the quality of life for all. Our goal is to make Dallas… Show more

The Dallas Regional Chamber is one of the most established business organizations in the nation and serves as the voice of business and the champion of economic development and growth in the Dallas Region. We work with our member companies and regional partners to strengthen our business community by advocating for pro-growth public policies, improving our educational system, attracting talented workers from around the world, and enhancing the quality of life for all. Our goal is to make Dallas the best place in the United States to live, work, and do business. Show less

The Oak Cliff Chamber is your voice to government in Dallas, TX. We concern ourselves with issues that impact business and the livability of the Oak Cliff community at large. We work closely with City and County officials. When you join the Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce you are being heard.

The Regional Black Contractors Association’s mission is to advocate for and advance the development and growth of African-American owned businesses and their capacity. This contributes to and participates in the self -determination, economic growth and prosperity of African-American communities in the North Central Texas Region, thereby creating a strong economic base that develops, empowers and supports the ongoing success of these communities and our businesses at large. Increasing the number… Show more

The Regional Black Contractors Association’s mission is to advocate for and advance the development and growth of African-American owned businesses and their capacity. This contributes to and participates in the self -determination, economic growth and prosperity of African-American communities in the North Central Texas Region, thereby creating a strong economic base that develops, empowers and supports the ongoing success of these communities and our businesses at large. Increasing the number of successful African American and minority businesses by helping them gain access to procurement opportunities and capital is an ongoing process. Show less

High-performing CEOs join Vistage because they want to connect with other like-minded executives though a trusted, proven leadership experience — one that delivers results, both personally and professionally. It’s where leaders get fresh perspectives, clarity and support to make the big decisions.

Lone Star Investment Advisors is a Dallas-based private equity firm that specializes in leveraged acquisitions and recapitalizations of strategically viable, middle-market businesses with strong potential for growth. The firm invests in a wide variety of industry sectors including manufacturing, industrial, distribution, business services and energy. We specialize in investments that will create employment opportunities in the communities in which they are located, and maintain a strong… Show more

Lone Star Investment Advisors is a Dallas-based private equity firm that specializes in leveraged acquisitions and recapitalizations of strategically viable, middle-market businesses with strong potential for growth. The firm invests in a wide variety of industry sectors including manufacturing, industrial, distribution, business services and energy. We specialize in investments that will create employment opportunities in the communities in which they are located, and maintain a strong reputation for driving economic growth in low income areas.

The Lone Star family of funds shares the mission to make equity and equity-oriented investments in middle-market companies located in low to moderate income communities in the state of Texas. We have successfully invested in all types of economic and financial conditions, developing a track record that we believe distinguishes our firm.


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As the President of the Board for Fair Park First I would like to welcome and invite all to explore the 277 acre Fair Park. Fair Park is a registered National Historic Landmark and is the jewel of the Dallas Parks Systems. I am excited to lead the efforts to create a destination park for a myriad of activities; such as the exploration of the Texas Discovery Gardens, retracing the cultural treasures and influence on American society at the African American Museum, seeing Broadway musicals at… Show more

As the President of the Board for Fair Park First I would like to welcome and invite all to explore the 277 acre Fair Park. Fair Park is a registered National Historic Landmark and is the jewel of the Dallas Parks Systems. I am excited to lead the efforts to create a destination park for a myriad of activities; such as the exploration of the Texas Discovery Gardens, retracing the cultural treasures and influence on American society at the African American Museum, seeing Broadway musicals at The Music Hall, retracing the history of Texas at the Hall of State describing the history of the six flags that flew over Texas. As well as the spectacle of the Red River Classic between University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma or the State Fair Classic between Prairie View A & M University vs. Grambling State during the State Fair.

Fair Park has the largest collection of Art Deco architecture in the United States and a significant repository of period art. Fair Park is the park for everyone and over the next few years there will be many exiting additions, new tenants, new events, a neighborhood park, and career opportunities for the surrounding neighbors, internships for our local schools. The board members represent a cross-section of Dallas with neighborhood residents, civic, business and community leaders. Show less

For commercial real estate professionals in North Texas, The Real Estate Council is THE place to build big connections.

At the intersection of career and community, only one group provides the opportunity to impact the lives of others while developing the leaders of tomorrow. The Real Estate Council’s members spark community transformation, influence policy, and propel careers in Dallas-Fort Worth and beyond. Only TREC provides the road map for success and the platform to Build the City… Show more

For commercial real estate professionals in North Texas, The Real Estate Council is THE place to build big connections.

At the intersection of career and community, only one group provides the opportunity to impact the lives of others while developing the leaders of tomorrow. The Real Estate Council’s members spark community transformation, influence policy, and propel careers in Dallas-Fort Worth and beyond. Only TREC provides the road map for success and the platform to Build the City You’ve Imagined.
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