Ideas. Opportunities. Diversity. Dallas. A City of Influence.
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Ideas. Opportunities. Diversity. Dallas. A City of Influence.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
welcome 4 LOCATION
what is big influence 5 NYLO HOTELS Dallas South Side
gerald britt 7 CREATIVE CONCEPT
sara madsen miller 8 Brandpointe | Jasmin Brand
natalie jenkins sorrell 9
GRAPHIC DESIGN
baylor barbee 10 Lobotrain Creative | Danny Villalobos
jackson 11
james faust 12 PHOTOGRAPHY
Jeremy Biggers
diamond mahone 13
byron sanders 14 VIDEOGRAPHY
kristi nelson 15 1820 Productions
kauwuane burton 16
patrick ware 17
about creative team 18
#DallasBigInfluence
Dallas is known as a city with BIG ideas. Big ideas that inject
excitement in the lives of every individual born and raised here, as well
as adventurous transplants looking for great opportunities and promising
futures.
BIG INFLUENCE was created to recognize the innovative and influential
Dallasites that are up and coming leaders in the community, in their
businesses and in their field; people who make Big Things Happen Here!
For our inaugural launch, we are acknowledging some of Dallas’ best
and brightest African - American influencers. We are excited about the
optimism, hope and ambition that this special group of men and women
represent. Whether it’s in business, arts and culture or deep in the heart
of the community, our inaugural honorees give a voice to authentic
influence. They truly are making an impact.
But we’re not just stopping there. We want to recognize many more
of Dallas’ top influencers that embody the culture and soul that makes
Dallas not only the best place to call home but also a great place to visit
for work and play.
I look forward to connecting with you!
-Noelle
Noelle LeVeaux
Chief Marketing Officer
Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau
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BIG
What is
INFLUENCE?
BIG INFLUENCE is about celebrating those big ideas but most importantly, the diverse people behind them. It is the people of Dallas that are
responsible for the energy that resides in every building, every park, every fabulous restaurant and every zip code in between.
BIG INFLUENCE will feature digital publications highlighting our influencers as well as a series of curated events designed to educate, engage and
entertain both Dallas residents and visitors alike. The influencers will serve as ambassadors, giving a voice to the city of success – Dallas.
BIG INFLUENCE is an important initiative of the Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau focused on recognizing and highlighting the contributions of
Dallas’ diverse residents.
For additional information visit www.dallasbiginfluence.com
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THE INFLUENCERS
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PIONEER
REV. GERALD BRITT JR. | CITYSQUARE
BORN & RAISED | NEIGHBORHOOD: Oak Cliff
Dallas is a city that in so many respects is still being built. Professionals who live, work and even play here have the
opportunity to pioneer our city in a new, vibrant direction. Whether it’s arts and culture, civic engagement, philanthropy,
religious life or education, we have the opportunity to transform Dallas into a city that benefits everyone!
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EVOLUTION SARA MADSEN MILLER | 1820 PRODUCTIONS
TRANSPLANT: Stillwater, Minnesota | NEIGHBORHOOD: Las Colinas
Of course there are plenty of amazing restaurants, bars and fantastic shopping here in Dallas but the hottest thing
about our city is the current arts evolution taking place. Dallas has one of the largest contiguous arts centers in the
country and the city is making concerted efforts for continued expansion.
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PASSION
NATALIE JENKINS SORRELL | The Employees’ Retirement Fund, City of Dallas
TRANSPLANT: New Jersey | NEIGHBORHOOD: Oak Cliff
Being an African-American influencer is first and foremost a responsibility. We are a few of many but what’s exciting is
that our community is growing exponentially due to the robust social networks and career opportunities Dallas
provides for us all.
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BAYLOR BARBEE | Rehab Time Organization TRANSPLANT: Abilene | NEIGHBORHOOD: Uptown Being an African-American influencer affords me the opportunity to serve as a positive example in the community but also cast an inspiring light and direction on moving our city forward...for everyone. #DallasBigInfluence
AMBITION
JACKSON | FLUENT
TRANSPLANT: New Jersey | NEIGHBORHOOD: Lakewood
The hottest thing in Dallas is the opportunity. If you have an ounce of creativity, drive,
and ambition the opportunities in Dallas are limitless.
#DallasBigInfluenceJAMES FAUST | DALLAS FILM SOCIETY
TRANSPLANT: Los Angeles,CA
NEIGHBORHOOD: Lakewood
Dallas is one of the five fastest growing cities in America.
Why? Low cost of living, affordable housing, museums,
and a restaurant or movie theater on every corner makes
for a great living experience. It’s not as if thousands of
one type of person are flooding into the city. People from
all walks of life are bringing their experiences and their
cultures to Dallas. Something new, diverse and interesting
is being created under the warm Texas sun. It is a good
time in the city…exciting times.
#DallasBigInfluenceDIAMOND MAHONE | TENOVERSIX
TRANSPLANT: San Antonio | NEIGHBORHOOD: The Cedars
I’m humbled to be able to inspire people through my passion and it inspires me to keep doing things that
are different and not the status quo. I love that I can be influential in Dallas, but I try not to limit myself to
just one thing or place. It is a good thing to keep going and expand beyond your own beliefs.
#DallasBigInfluenceIMPACT BYRON SANDERS | Dallas Education Foundation BORN AND RAISED | NEIGHBORDHOOD: Addison The hottest thing in Dallas is collaboration. The name of the game is working together; how we can leverage partnerships to increase our overall impact for the good of all Dallasites. We are just getting smarter and smarter about forging game changing partnerships to help uplift the folks who live here. #DallasBigInfluence
VISIBLE
KRISTI NELSON | KXAS-TV/NBC 5
BORN & RAISED | NEIGHBORHOOD: Oak Cliff
I was born in Dallas, raised in a working class Dallas neighborhood and educated in the Dallas public schools.
I take great pride in being able to work here in a visible profession which allows me to influence the next generation
of Dallas leaders. It’s a role I take very seriously.
#DallasBigInfluenceKAUWUANE BURTON | Kauwuane Burton Photography TRANSPLANT: Wichita Falls, TX | NEIGHBORHOOD: South Dallas Being an African-American influencer in Dallas means that I have the ability to positively impact someone’s desire to achieve their artistic identity which is a true honor! #DallasBigInfluence
INFLUENCE
PATRICK B. WARE | Warehaus Dallas
TRANSPLANT: Victoria, TX | NEIGHBORHOOD: Uptown
I always have a good attitude and keep a positive outlook on life.
Good things can happen if you are good to others. That’s true influence!
#DallasBigInfluenceAbout The Creative Team
Founded in 2007, Brandpointe is a Jeremy Biggers has been involved with 1820 Productions is a full service tele-
full-service strategic branding and image making his entire life. He attended vision production company formed in
communications solutions firm. Their an art high school where he primarily 2001 and is the vision of award winning
dynamic approach to branding and focused on graphite and charcoal Director/Producer and content creator
marketing includes strategic planning, drawings. Upon entering college, he Korey Miller. 1820’s precise balance of
innovative branding concepts, and cultivated his love for painting and business savvy and creative zest has
building continuous online and offline photography which have become the yielded the company over fifty presti-
engagement utilizing creative content, foundation for his business today. His gious awards and has garnered the team
digital media and strategic events. work is a mix between realism and an Emmy for its recent documentary
simplicity. entitled “The Offenders”.
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