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⓵ INNOVATIVE SPACES: The historic restoration of one of Dallas’ oldest buildings, The Continental Gin Building in Deep Ellum, is now complete. Built in 1888, the landmark was once the largest cotton processing equipment manufacturing operation in the U.S. and an epicenter for the innovation of its time. More recently, the 133-year-old building served as space for artists. Now known as “The Gin,” it’s been reimagined as a hospitality-focused, mixed-use destination that can once again serve as a hub of innovation, according to project partners August Real Estate Co. and Common Desk. Take a look inside.
⓶ ENERGY ALTERNATIVES: Plano-based Toyota is funding a broadcast that tells the story of how hydrogen fuel cell technology is powering the nation. Toyota noted a renewed focus on the environment. With that focus, it says, can come the "ingenuity and science" as many organizations band together to recognize the value of technology—not just as an alternative to vehicles, but also as a possible energy source for buildings, communities, homes, and cities, according to the company. The program “Powering the Nation: Hydrogen Fuel Cells—the Clean Transportation Alternative” will be simulcast Friday at 6 p.m. on Science Channel and MotorTrend TV. It also airs Saturday at 8 a.m. on Discovery.
⓷ PUBLIC MARKETS: Charles Schwab, which officially relocated its headquarters to North Texas in January, announced an underwritten public offering of depository shares.
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⟫ ECOSYSTEM BUILDERS: Do you have diverse experience across corporate and startup organizations? The DEC Network is looking for new members for its Associate Board to “take entrepreneurship to the next level.” Young professionals can get exposure to innovative ventures, gain mentorship, and maximize their own networks, and more. Applications close April 25.
⟫ FEMALE F&B: PepsiCo wants to expand partnerships with women-led food businesses that are committed to doing good. In March, the company brought together two initiatives (Food for Good X WomanMade) in honor of National Nutrition Month and Women’s History Month. Female-founded businesses can apply to become a registered supplier of healthy products and nutritious meal packages that are delivered to kids in need across the country. Women owners can also join PepsiCo’s WomanMade community, which currently has more than 3,800 members and offers access to tools, funding and mentorship from food industry experts.
⟫ LAST CALL: The deadline for Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators has been extended to March 26. Companies are evaluated for their cultures that empower employees at all levels to improve processes, create new products, or invent new ways of doing business. Those chosen will appear in the publication’s September 2021 issue and online.
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