Texas Business Minds
Texas Business Minds
The Business Journals
Presented by the The Business Journals of Texas and sponsored by Texas Mutual Insurance Company, this series features in-depth conversations with Texas business leaders each week. We rotate through Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio to deliver insight from across the state.
San Antonio: Matthew Espinoza Takes Leadership Role as Launch SA Looks for Growth
He started as an intern at Launch SA in 2015, and now Matthew Espinoza returns as Director of the organization that promotes and supports entrepreneurs. In this download, SABJ Reporter Zoe Gottlieb chat with Espinoza, who has a number of goals on his agenda.
Dec 19, 2023
15 min
Dallas: Citadel Partners on Why the Return-to-Office Culture is So Strong in North Texas
In this download Citadel Partners commercial real estate veterans Scott Morse and Scott Jessen join DBJ Reporter Alexa Reed to share why the DFW market is fairing better than most. Plus, how companies can make return-to-office more appealing for their clients.
Dec 12, 2023
24 min
Austin: Chamber CEO Jeremy Martin Shares His Outlook and Game Plan
As the President and CEO of the Austin Chamber, Jeremy Martin is advocating for what businesses need to survive and thrive in the 10th largest city in the U.S.  In this episode, ABJ Managing Editor Kathryn Hardison connects with Martin to cover a wide range of concerns.
Dec 5, 2023
20 min
Houston: United Airlines Continues Major Growth Initiative From IAH Home Base
The travel industry is showing no signs of slowing down, and United Airlines is betting big on its future, with aggressive growth plans. In this download, HBJ Reporter Sofia Gonzalez welcomes United's VP of Global Learning, People & Community Helon Hammond to share why the airline is investing so heavily in its Houston home base.
Nov 28, 2023
16 min
Dallas: Why Entrepreneur Cameron Johnson is Building the "Uber of Furniture" Across Texas
You can rent pretty much anything, but when it comes to furniture, it's expensive and most folks only rent a few pieces. Why not rent an entire house full of furniture, right down to the laundry hamper? That's what serial mover Cameron Johnson wondered, and why he start his company, Nickson, to address that need. In this episode DBJ Associate Editor Alexa Reed profiles this DFW-area entrepreneur. 
Nov 21, 2023
27 min
San Antonio: Texas Hill Country Escape Attracts Entrepreneurs and Tech Talent
Boerne native Justin McKenzie traveled the world, returning home with a dream that's now a reality. As leader of the Boerne Kendall County Angel Network (BKCAN), he's attracting entrepreneurs to hill country. In this episode, SABJ Editor-in-Chief Ed Arnold connects with McKenzie to learn more about his vision, and Das GreenHous, a launching pad for innovation.
Nov 14, 2023
26 min
Austin: University of Texas System Chancellor James Milliken Charts the Future for Higher Ed
While colleges and universities across the country deal with declining enrollment and financial issues, Texas universities are grappling with growth. In this episode, Will Anderson welcomes University of Texas System Chancellor James Milliken to learn how our universities are handling demand, while transforming to serve the needs of students throughout their careers. 
Nov 7, 2023
22 min
San Antonio: SAT Improvements Expand Options and Close the Gap with Austin
One of the things San Antonians enjoy most about our airport is convenience. But the Alamo City's growth and a desire for a transcontinental option are forcing leaders to expand and improve options without disrupting easy access. In this download, SABJ Editor-in-Chief Ed Arnold gets an update from Director of Airports Jesus Saenz.
Oct 31, 2023
20 min
Dallas: Why the DFW Commercial Real Estate Market is in Better Shape Than Experts Think
When Grant Pruitt was a kid, his dad made him suit up and tag along on real estate meetings. Turns out, he loved tagging along and has made a successful career for himself, founding Whitebox Commercial Real Estate. In this episode, DBJ Associate Editor Alexa Reed invites Grant to share his expertise on the DFW commercial real estate market- specifically, why vacancy rates aren't as bad as the headlines may indicate.
Oct 24, 2023
36 min
Houston: Women Who Mean Business Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Renu Khator
As University of Houston System Chancellor and University of Houston President, Renu Khator has transformed UH into a nationally recognized institution. In this episode, HBJ Reporter Sofia Gonzalez profiles Khator, the Lifetime Achievement Award Winner in our 2023 Women Who Mean Business Awards.
Oct 17, 2023
21 min
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