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NTX Regional Leadership Awards

Each year, the North Texas Commission recognizes leaders and organizations making a positive impact on North Texas. From now until July 10, we invite you to nominate an organization or individual for the NTX 2025 Regional Leadership Awards. Nominations can be made in the eight categories below. The recipients of each award will be recognized at the Commission’s Annual Members’ Luncheon in September 2025.

2024 Award Recipients

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Dan Petty Regional Visionary Award 
Hon. Michael Burgess & Hon. Kay Granger

Congressman Michael Burgess and Congresswoman Kay Granger have been influential leaders in the Metroplex, dedicating many years of service, advice, wisdom, and vision. Representing Congressional District 26 (Burgess) and Congressional District 32 (Granger), their careers have been characterized by sacrifice and dedication, marked by significant achievements for the people of North Texas. As they both approach well-deserved retirements, their contributions will be greatly missed.the people of North Texas. As they both approach well-deserved retirements, their contributions will be greatly missed.

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Corporate Leadership Award
Atmos Energy

Atmos Energy contributes to the region in the areas of workforce development, inclusion, and infrastructure development—all advancing our future growth. Through their contributions to the region, Atmos Energy leadership has grown sustainability efforts, economic contributions, innovation, and safety, leading corporate responsibility. We thank Atmos Energy for their unwavering commitment and partnership through NTC and the region. 

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Civic Leadership Award
Carter Holston

Mr. Carter Holston has been the director of real estate for NEC Corporation. He was key in NEC moving its HQ to Irving. With over 20 years at NEC, Mr. Holston connected with the community by serving on various boards and committees across the Metroplex and state. Notable organizations, boards, and communities Mr. Holston has served in a capacity include the Texas Association of Business, Irving Las Colinas Chamber, and Irving ISD Superintendent's Business Advisory Council. Through his career, he has cultivated relations with Irma Rangel Young Leadership School, Irving Family Advocacy Center, Dallas Heart Association, Herbert Marcus Elementary, Irving Cares, and Habitat for Humanity for NEC. He has positively contributed to the Metroplex and continues supporting current needs and future growth.

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Diversity Leadership Award
City of Richardson City Council

The City of Richardson City Council created the Community Inclusion and Engagement Commission, CIEC, to provide innovative ideas for those who call Richardson home. In a thriving and diverse community, the city council members saw a need to bridge gaps between the city's diverse stakeholders and engaged Richardson residents. Through this commission, the council is able to create strategic goals for the forward-looking community. We thank the City of Richardson City Council in leading the way in bridging gaps in their local community for elected officials and community members for ideas to have an inclusive environment for all residents of Richardson.

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Education Leadership Award
Dr. Elva LaBlanc, Tarrant County College & Dr. Justin Lonon, Dallas College

Dr. Elva LaBlanc and Dr. Justin Lonon, leaders of their respective institutions, partnered through an Interlocal Strategic Alliance Agreement to collaborate so North Texas residents could earn credentials for high-demand, well-paying jobs. The Strategic Alliance provides services, programs, and educational opportunities across both institutions to enhance postsecondary career preparation and meet the region’s emerging workforce needs. We thank them for their collaboration and effort to making the Metroplex better through education. 

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Elected Official Leadership Award
Hon. Oscar Trevino, City of North Richland Hills

The Honorable Oscar Trevino honors and expresses appreciation to elected officials who have achieved positive outcomes for the region through their years of elected service to North Texas and their community. His leadership was essential to North Texas for over a quarter century, as he worked for North Texas and navigated the constantly turbulent waters of transportation politics. Trevino’s character traits and approach made his service and leadership unassailable. Trevino was also active in the Tarrant County Mayors Council, the Northeast Leadership Forum, the Coalition for Better Transportation, the Texas Transportation Institute, and numerous other local and state organizations.

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Social Impact Award
Texas Health Resources

Texas Health Resources (THR) has demonstrated significant social impact outcomes benefiting North Texas. Texas Health Resources has served the Metroplex's 16 counties in these innovative ways, which extend beyond access to physical healthcare. Through impacting advancement of sustainability, social impact initiatives and programs. In 2023, Texas Health provided $1.05 billion (nearly five times the state’s nonprofit requirement), or nearly $2.9 million a day, in investing into our communities. Thank you THR for your commitment to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve.

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Rising Star Award
Andrew Fortune

Andrew Fortune demonstrates servant leadership traits, promotes collaboration and achieves meaningful outcomes for the region. His skills of being an effective relationship builder, work ethic and servant leadership demonstrates the rising star of the Metroplex. Through his remarkable coalition-building skills, he has successfully brought together diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector partners, and community organizations, fostering collaboration and consensus around critical transit initiatives. Through these contributions, Andrew has had a profound and lasting impact on the North Texas community. 

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