Following her recent announcement about retiring, Dallas 24 Hour Club's CEO Marsha Williamson is making more news while making her victory tour by revealing plans for The 24's 10th Annual All-Star Chef Classic fundraiser. Co-chairing the event from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, October 8, at Lighthouse ArtSpace will be Kristin and James Hallam, who made quite a splash when they … [Read more...] about Kristin and James Hallam And Sharon Van Meter Join Forces For Dallas 24 Hour Club’s All-Star Chef Classic
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JUST IN: The 24’s CEO Marsha Williamson To Retire With Tim Grigsby Taking Over The Helm
Last week Dallas 24 Hour Club (aka The 24) held a “small event” privately revealing that its CEO Marsha Williamson was retiring. Well, dad-gummit! Another North Texas leader is hitting the retirement trail. It was during her decade tenure of leading The 24 that the organization was at a turning point. Its “dilapidated building’s” repairs were “siphoning off critical … [Read more...] about JUST IN: The 24’s CEO Marsha Williamson To Retire With Tim Grigsby Taking Over The Helm
JUST IN: Austin Street Center COO Myrshem George Succeeds Equest CEO Lili Kellogg
With Equest CEO Lili Kellogg saddling up and riding into the retirement sunset after a 28-year tenure on the Equest trail, the search has been underway for who would pick up the reins for the “equine-assisted services for children and adult with disabilities and veterans with special needs.” The Equest board of directors has just revealed that Myrshem George will be the new … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Austin Street Center COO Myrshem George Succeeds Equest CEO Lili Kellogg
MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary
According to Equest Women’s Auxiliary 2022 Luncheon Chairman Shannon Graham, “When Equest Women’s Auxiliary Founder Louise Griffeth started the organization more than 30 years ago, Equest was known as Freedom Ride and many people were unfamiliar with the cause and how to become supporters. Her vision was to create a vital support team to help Equest raised funds and … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest Women’s Auxiliary
MySweetWishList: Equest
According to Equest CEO Lili Kellogg, "The barns are decked with horses and holly, and 'tis the season to be generously jolly! My wish is that the community will support our therapy horses and the clients we serve during the holidays by participating in our Angel Tree Wish List. “Here are two easy ways to support us: “Visit Equest at the Texas Horse Park, 811 … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Equest
JUST IN: Lindsay Ballotta And Jenny Merkle Are Saddling Up To Chair 2023 Blue Ribbon Ball
Despite the upcoming weeks of winter, Lindsay Ballotta and Jenny Merkle are focused on Saturday, June 3. That’s when they will be co-chairing the 2023 Blue Ribbon Ball in Equest’s Al Hill Jr. Arena at Texas Horse Park. For Lindsay, there is a personal connection for saddling up for the Equest fundraiser. “My daughter Caroline began riding horses when she was six years old. … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Lindsay Ballotta And Jenny Merkle Are Saddling Up To Chair 2023 Blue Ribbon Ball
MySweetWishList: Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation
According to Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation volunteer Dennise Watanabe, “In 2021, my retired in-laws, Lillian and Steve Watanabe, embarked on a mission to give back to our nation’s heroes. They established a local non-profit organization, the Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation, whose mission is to provide combat veterans and first responders with the skills necessary to overcome … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Eagle Oak Retreat Foundation
JUST IN: Beth “Dopesick” Macy To Keynote ASC Luncheon Benefiting Nexus Recovery Center
When they’re not litigating lawsuits or creating unbreakable contracts, the more than 375 women of Attorneys Serving the Community (ASC) are known for a unique fundraising program. Since 1987, they have raised nearly $5M for Dallas-area non-profits including The Bridge Breast Network, Hope Supply Co., Mosaic Family Services, Rainbow Days Inc., Junior Players, Dallas CASA, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Beth “Dopesick” Macy To Keynote ASC Luncheon Benefiting Nexus Recovery Center
Once Out Of “The Stall,” The Equest Fashion Show Ponied Up With A Sold-Out Success
It seems that Brook Hollow had made some changes to its two-lane entry. Now one lane was dedicated to “members only,” and the other was for guests. But having only one lane open for the Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Fashion Show on Tuesday, October 4, caused a bit of an unexpected challenge. One guest was seen parking at a store across Harry Hines and then walking over … [Read more...] about Once Out Of “The Stall,” The Equest Fashion Show Ponied Up With A Sold-Out Success
Grovel Alert: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show
If you had plans for checking out Highland Park Village’s fall fashions at the 2022 Equest Luncheon and Fashion Show on Tuesday, October 4, you’d better make sure that you have a place in the rows filling the ballroom at the Brook Hollow Golf Club. 2022 Equest Luncheon And Fashion Show Chair Shannon Graham just sent word that the Equest Women’s Auxiliary fundraiser on … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon And Fashion Show
Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders
Many folks retire and head to the island state of Hawaii, with its beautiful surroundings. But upon retiring from their business, Lillian and Stave Watanabe decided to leave Hawaii in 2020, and they ended up in Italy. No, not that Italy. Rather, Italy, Texas, just down the road from Waxahachie. There they had the opportunity to buy a 65-acre ranch “surrounded by oak … [Read more...] about Lillian And Steve Watanabe Retired From Hawaii to Create Eagle Oak Retreat For Vets And First Responders