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Michelle Kinder

Awards For Excellence Luncheon Recognized Those Embracing The Importance Of The Past

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The Dallas Historical Society adjusted its annual Awards For Excellence Luncheon at the Fairmont on Thursday, November 21, to streamline the presentation of the Dallas History Makers. Gone was the VIP reception. Instead, the awardees were part of the pre-luncheon reception in the lobby outside the Regency Ballroom with portraits of the recipients by Holt Haynsworth. Looking … [Read more...] about Awards For Excellence Luncheon Recognized Those Embracing The Importance Of The Past

Visionary Women Luncheon Awardee Michelle Kinder Reflected The Values Of Juliette Fowler Communities Founder

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The Omni Dallas Hotel proved how versatile it was on Friday, May 3. While hundreds of Visionary Women Luncheon guests gathered for the Juliette Fowler Communities fundraiser, at least one hotel guest stood out in an elevator for her unique scent that made passersby think of the heyday of Woodstock. She was headed for the Fan Expo over at the Convention Center. While older … [Read more...] about Visionary Women Luncheon Awardee Michelle Kinder Reflected The Values Of Juliette Fowler Communities Founder

JUST IN: Dallas Historical Society’s 2019 Awards For Excellence Recipients Announced

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Despite a full plate of activities including arrangements for its 100th anniversary celebration in three years and the current renovation of the Hall of State, the Dallas Historical Society team has lined up the 2019 Award For Excellence recipients. The class of 2019 will be include the following:   Arts Leadership - Joan Davidow, supporter of local … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Historical Society’s 2019 Awards For Excellence Recipients Announced

Overlooking White Rock Lake, Visionary Women Luncheon Patrons Celebrated Juliette Fowler Communities

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As cyclists pedaled past families on a stroll around White Rock Lake on Wednesday, April 10, vehicles were queuing up at Barbara Bradfield’s driveway for Juliette Fowler Communities’ Visionary Women Luncheon patron party — “A Celebration of Generosity.” While guests surrounded the dining room table to fill plates, others were amazed at the home with its perfect views of … [Read more...] about Overlooking White Rock Lake, Visionary Women Luncheon Patrons Celebrated Juliette Fowler Communities

Grovel Alert: 2019 Visionary Women Luncheon

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As North Texans find themselves in the final days of the spring fundraising season, another annual event is nearing sell-out status. There are a couple or three reasons why the Visionary Women Luncheon at the Omni Dallas Hotel this Friday has only a few places left. First, it benefits the Juliette Fowler Communities in East Dallas with its beautiful grounds serving more than … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: 2019 Visionary Women Luncheon

JUST IN: 2019 Visionary Woman Luncheon Plans Revealed To Benefit Juliette Fowler Communities

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Juliette Fowler Communities (JFC) President/CEO Nicole Gann popped the champagne this afternoon as well as the news about the 2019 Visionary Woman Luncheon at JFC’s campus. Taking place on Friday, May 3, the seventh annual JFC fundraiser will return to the Omni Dallas Hotel to honor women who have had an impact in the North Texas community with Natalie and Mike Morin as event … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 2019 Visionary Woman Luncheon Plans Revealed To Benefit Juliette Fowler Communities

Jessica Trudeau To Head Up Momentous Institute Replacing Michelle Kinder

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After serving as executive director of Momentous Institute for six years, Michelle Kinder is stepping down at the end of the month. Replacing her on Friday, March 1, will be Development and Strategic Partnership Director Jessica Trudeau, who joined the Institute less than four years ago. Prior to joining the Institute, Jessica was executive director of Family … [Read more...] about Jessica Trudeau To Head Up Momentous Institute Replacing Michelle Kinder

Greg Boyle’s Cultivating Kinship Message Set The Wheels Rolling For The Changing The Odds Conference

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Annually the Momentous Institute holds the Changing The Odds conference for more than a thousand mental health and education professionals from around the country to learn about advances from some of the world's top experts regarding social emotion health. The night before this year's two-day conference, the Institute held a dinner on Wednesday, September 26, at the Omni Dallas … [Read more...] about Greg Boyle’s Cultivating Kinship Message Set The Wheels Rolling For The Changing The Odds Conference

Momentous Institute Hosts Award-Giving Dinner With Author Glennon Doyle Melton On The Eve Of The Changing The Odds Conference

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The night before the Momentous Institute kicked off the two-day Changing the Odds Conference, a very special dinner was held on Wednesday, October 5, at Sixty Five Hundred. Not only did Jan and Trevor Rees-Jones receive the inaugural  Changing the Odds Leadership Award, but author Glennon Doyle Melton was the keynote speaker. Here's a report from the field: More than 400 … [Read more...] about Momentous Institute Hosts Award-Giving Dinner With Author Glennon Doyle Melton On The Eve Of The Changing The Odds Conference

Salesmanship Club Hopes AT&T Byron Nelson Tourney Will Raise $6.5M For Momentous Institute

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Since its inception, what’s now called the AT&T Byron Nelson Golf Tournament has raised at least $143 million for charity—the most of any annual PGA tour event. This year the goal is to add to that total at least $6.5 million in net proceeds in support of Momentous Institute, a Dallas nonprofit serving needy children and their families with education and mental health … [Read more...] about Salesmanship Club Hopes AT&T Byron Nelson Tourney Will Raise $6.5M For Momentous Institute