Dallas Regional Chamber

09/02/2026

What's coming up at the DRC?

Take a look at the events coming up in the weeks ahead and find your next opportunity to connect with the people and conversations shaping the Dallas Region.

Find all events here: https://www.dallaschamber.org/events/

09/01/2026

Connect with business and community leaders from across the Dallas Region at the DRC’s upcoming Community Connections event!

Hosted at Halperin Park, this event will bring together leaders for conversation and connection around the partnerships and community-driven efforts helping create places where people and businesses thrive.

Register today: https://web.cvent.com/event/495eaf6d-71e3-4aa8-aa03-5886b0b79d06/register

08/31/2026

Have a project that could benefit from a fresh perspective? There's still time to apply.

The Leadership Dallas Class of 2027, powered by Grant Thornton US, is seeking North Texas nonprofits for its community-focused Regional Impact Initiative. The selected organization will partner with class members to tackle a challenge, opportunity or strategic priority through collaborative problem-solving.

If your organization is working to strengthen local communities and has an initiative that would benefit from strategic thinking and collaborative leadership, we encourage you to apply.

Applications are due Friday, Sept. 4.

Learn more and apply: https://www.dallaschamber.org/leadership-programs/leadership-dallas/

08/27/2026

Ever wondered what it’s really like to lead a school for a day? Now’s your chance to experience it firsthand.

The DRC's Principal for a Day, presented by Capital One, invites business and community leaders into Dallas ISD schools to gain valuable insight, build connections and support the future of our region.

Interested in participating? Contact [email protected] for more information.

08/26/2026

📣 New speakers added!

The future of business is taking shape now—and the Dallas Region is increasingly at the center of it.

At the Tomorrow Summit, presented by PNC and Deloitte, influential leaders and big thinkers will explore the forces reshaping our economy, our companies and our world—and what they mean for the future of the Dallas Region.

Hear from Gallup's Joe Daly on what Americans are thinking about business, institutions, the American Dream and the changing workplace; Google's Cris Turner on AI and the technology, policy and societal questions emerging alongside it; Principal Mineral's Wes Spurlock on how national security priorities and global conflict are reshaping business strategy and accelerating the race to secure critical materials supply chains; and Rachel Racz of Nasdaq Texas and Bryan Daniel of NYSE Texas on the rise of “Y’all Street” and a fundamental shift in where and how American capital markets are built.

Join us to look beyond today’s headlines, explore what’s coming next and consider how the Dallas Region can help shape the future: https://web.cvent.com/event/89376c0d-96e1-41ad-bf94-7870b7169354/summary

08/25/2026

Nominations are open for the 2026 ATHENA® Awards, and we need your help identifying potential recipients. These awards recognize exceptional women who excel in their careers, contribute to their communities and develop women leaders.

Submit your nomination today! https://www.dallaschamber.org/athena-award/

08/19/2026

Have a project that could benefit from a fresh perspective?

The Leadership Dallas Class of 2027, powered by Grant Thornton US, is seeking North Texas nonprofits for its community-focused Regional Impact Initiative. The selected organization will partner with class members to tackle a challenge, opportunity or strategic priority through collaborative problem-solving.

If your organization is working to strengthen local communities and has an initiative that would benefit from strategic thinking and collaborative leadership, we encourage you to apply.

Applications are due Friday, Aug. 28.

Learn more and apply: https://www.dallaschamber.org/leadership-programs/leadership-dallas/

08/19/2026