Doing it Right: The Stories that Make Us

What’s it like to grow up wealthy? And be the son of Cloyce Box, renowned NFL football player for the Detroit Lions in the 50s, oil and real estate millionaire and owner of the famous “Southfork Ranch – home of the film series, Dallas?

Doug Box is one of four sons who inherited the dynasty after Cloyce’s untimely death. The Patriarch was known for his business acumen, big personality, and giving spirit. For Doug, living on Southfork Ranch was a lavish experience- including bragging rights of having the show, Dallas, filmed there. But his life was changed when control of the estate and the business was divided among the brothers. Tension and distrust grew and lawsuits followed.“Intra-family lawsuits are like gasoline on the fire,” Doug said, blaming himself for filing the first one. “After that first lawsuit was filed, we were never able to make any decent decisions.”

Having lived through the turmoil, Doug Box is more than qualified to work as a family business advisor helping them understand why it’s important to think harder and smarter about preserving the family wealth.

If you’re a small business owner or considering becoming one, you won’t want to miss this show! Matthew Gourgeot, Director of Thryv Foundation, knows that small business owners need help building, running, and growing their businesses.

Thryv is an all-in-one management software that helps small businesses get organized, communicate with customers, and get paid on time in order to grow the business. ­­­Their company has a heart for helping owners create success through his newly launched THRYV FOUNDATION….a foundation that is dedicated to investing and helping grow small business owners across the country…. making sure they succeed.

You’ll hear how small businesses can benefit from the THRYV Foundation’s free education, grants, and a host of more programs.

*This segment is sponsored by Dallas Regional Chamber

She’s a leader with an “anything is possible” attitude that uplifts those around her. Robin Daniels is an innovative and passionate marketing communications leader who thrives in mission-driven organizations.

Feeling blessed with her successes, a motivation to inspire others drew her to higher education. Her focus on building authentic relationships allows her to connect genuinely with those around her— learning from them and sharing her insights with others. When she’s not running the McMurry University brand as VP of Marketing & Communications, she’s literally running!

She motivates and inspires others every time she hits the pavement. Her drive, and “anything is possible” spirit, has allowed her to run 15 half marathons! Robin’s inspiration comes from her favorite quote by Audrey Hepburn. “Nothing is impossible. The word itself says I’m possible.”

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Scott Miller knows what it’s like to fail. He was demoted from his first leadership position after only three weeks—and that’s just one of the several messy management experiences on his two-decade journey to leadership success.

Scott’s not alone. Everyone fails. But something sets Scott apart; his transparency and willingness to openly share his story in a way that is immediately relatable. His new book Management Mess to Leadership Success illuminates what Scott’s real-life experiences have taught him.

If you have failed and struggled with what’s next, don’t miss this podcast. Scott will disclose how his success has been honed by FranklinCovey through years of research that illustrate how to rise when you fail and how to survive (even thrive) as an unfiltered leader.

Retired Air Force Colonel Don Taylor was tapped on the shoulder to open a much-needed trauma center in Baghdad at the height of the Iraqi war. With a cadre of doctors and nurses, Don took the reins to design and command the hospital that at one point cared for ABC Anchor Bob Woodruff’s near fatal injuries.

The intensity of work infiltrated days and nights of urgent care from well-trained staff working long hours in oppressive heat. This experience turned Don’s future to now advocating for health care professionals to embrace their work with a Calling Of Care, Calling For Care and Calling To Care. As Don explains, “I want people who are considering getting into healthcare – to run toward it. And I want those who are in healthcare – to look in the mirror. If you’ve lost CARING, find it.”

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TD, a Member of Fortune’s “Legends” list of companies that made the “100 Best Companies to Work for” list for 20-plus years, is an American facility, services and construction company that provides mechanical services for the lifecycle of a building. For almost 70 years, TD has embraced a culture of Servant Leadership, and continually seeks “trusted partner” relationships with customers, subcontractors, and internal Partners. Learn more at www.TDIndustries.com.

Denton Independent School District has been committed to providing a quality education since it was founded in 1882. The school district is one of fastest growing in North Texas with four comprehensive high schools, eight middle schools, 23 elementary schools, two early childhood centers, an alternative high school, an advanced technology complex and other specialized schools and centers. Learn more at www.DentonISD.org

Dr. Wilson will shed light on the importance of the school environment contributing to the mission of Denton ISD in educating and empowering lifelong learners. Denton ISD and TD have worked together for more than a decade to provide facility solutions that creates an optimized learning environment all while increasing energy efficiency.

AJ Javed is one of the youngest assistant vice presidents at Comerica Bank, now serving his customers in the new, fully automated Snider Plaza Dallas Branch. This pilot enterprise aligns with the DRC’s focus on supporting the launch and growth of innovative ventures in the Dallas Region.

To learn more, subscribe to Dallas Innovates online news platform – a collaboration of the DRC and D Magazine covering what’s new + what’s next in Dallas – Fort Worth innovation.

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AJ’s story began as an eager 19-year-old from Pakistan who entered America with only 100 Euros and an eagerness to start a new life. From day one AJ took nothing for granted. Without ever grumbling that he had no bed nor means for buying a car, he landed his first job as a teller at Wells Fargo Bank. Riding his bike 15 miles each way was no hill he couldn’t climb. He was focusing on the opportunities afforded to him in the United States.

Comerica Bank recruited AJ eight years ago where he continues to be recognized as an annual top performer year after year.

Brittany Underwood works tirelessly as founder and CEO of the non-profit Akola Project and Akola Jewelry. She’s found a way to help hundreds of underprivileged Ugandan women earn a living wage by making the beautiful Akola jewelry now carried in retail stores including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, & Saks Fifth Avenue. According to Inc. Magazine, “Underwood is a clear example of a servant leader practicing conscious capitalism to transform the lives of impoverished women and families.”

Her vision began at age 19 when she and two friends from Southern Methodist University decided to take an adventurous teaching trip overseas. They landed in Uganda where Brittany met a woman who changed her life! Sarah, in poverty herself, was caring for orphans in her home. These were street children with no money, no shelter and no way to get an education. Brittany was inspired to roll up her sleeves and help.

It started with a proper home for the children and quickly grew into creating a sustainable work opportunity (The Akola Project) for other women like Sarah so that they could provide for themselves, their families and these children.

Today, Akola provides training, work opportunities and holistic education programs to over 500 women in Uganda and Dallas who care for 4,000+ dependents.

#FemaleLeaders #NewBusiness #FemalePreneurs #FairTrade #Sustainable #AkolaProject

Sara Smith holds two degrees in theater, is a percussionist with the Fort Worth City Band, spends her free time RV’ing with her husband, and enjoys playing the Native American flute. You may never guess that she’s also a renowned executive coach!

Sara began her coaching journey at IBM where she worked around the world to define how coaching could be used as a practice within the company. After leaving IBM she founded Smith Leadership, now taking great delight being in the “ah-ha” business of bringing innovative ideas to global businesses, universities and non-profit organizations.

Her success has catapulted her into the executive coaching world with a long list of certifications from the International Coach Federation, Teleos Leadership Coaching Program, and Coaches Training Institute.

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Most of us keep a to-do list. Lt. Colonel Allen West keeps 3x5 cards ready to pull from his jacket to share poignant leadership points of view. A combat veteran and Christian constitutional conservative, we often see him on national television sharing his wisdom and knowledge of our constitutional values.



During our show you’ll hear personal stories of his life defined as one of service, sacrifice and commitment to our country. Colonel West is a man who practices his strongly held belief that each of us wake up every morning with three things to hold and cherish: Our Honor, Character and Integrity.



Tune in to hear Colonel West’s personal side as a husband, father, mentor and disciplined athlete who is a Master scuba diver, motorcyclist, avid distance runner and in his spare time enjoys cheering his beloved Tennessee Volunteers.