1st Tuesday Connections

Tickets now available for our annual deep dive into the expected Tax Law Changes for 2025 and beyond. Register at https://www.1sttuesday.org

Reserve your seat now at https://www.1sttuesday.org It is time for our annual look at the tax laws - and the changes we can expect post-election. We have assembled an esteemed panel to share their insights on what they know, what they expect, and what they fear might happen - into 2025 and beyond.   Set your politics aside and bring your questions!   Make plans to join us on Tuesday, November 12! (a week late as to not conflict with the election) Our sponsor for November is Indaptus Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: INDP), a clinical stage biotechnology company dedicated to pioneering innovative cancer and viral infection treatments. Check them out at indaptusrx.com. Reserve your seat now at https://www.1sttuesday.org Tuesday, November 12 3:30pm Check In 4:00pm Panel Discussion/Q&A 5:15pm-6:30pm Reception Admission is free 12 Cuts Brazilian Steakhouse 18010 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75287 Stay for dinner and receive 15% off (food only) Sponsorship opportunities available for future events. Promote your business to our attendees, and our database of 3000+ business owners. For info, reach out to [email protected]. 1st Tuesday Connections is brought to you by Tom Dennis, Sabrina Turner, Kyle Bennett, Don Zelezny, Russ Ray and John Allen

It is time for our annual Tax Law Changes update. We have assembled an esteemed panel to share their insights on what they know, what they expect, and what they fear might happen. Save the date - Tuesday, November 12 at 3:30pm PLEASE NOTE: MOVED TO THE 2ND WEEK OF NOVEMBER AS TO NOT CONFLICT WITH THE ELECTION. Registration is open at https://www.1sttuesday.org 1st Tuesday Connections is brought to you by John Allen, Kyle Bennett, Tom Dennis, Russ Ray, and Sabrina Turner

We took the show on the road this month and had a great turnout for our North Texas Economic Outlook. Thanks to our wonderful speaker Mariam Yousuf, Business Economist, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. She shared great information about the economic outlook for our region. We appreciate the continued support of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. Each and every year they support our mission by sending a smart speaker to share their insights with our group. A special thanks to our sponsor Trinity Investors for sponsoring and hosting our event this month. Their fantastic team knows how to put on a great event! Trinity Investors is an alternative asset management firm providing world-class experience for individuals seeking above-average risk-adjusted returns through direct investment in real estate and operating companies. Founded in 2006, by Dan Meader CFA CPA and Sanjay Chandra, with offices in Texas and Colorado, Trinity has invested over $2.0B+ of equity into $7.0B+ of commercial real estate and traditional private equity portfolio companies. Currently, the firm’s portfolio consists of 160 commercial real estate assets and nineteen operating companies. Find out more at TrinityInvestors.com Sponsorships are available for future programs. Support local business education and promote your company to our 3000+ business leaders. 1st Tuesday Connections is brought to you by Tom Dennis, Sabrina Turner, Kyle Bennett, MBA, Don Zelezny, Russ Ray III and John Allen. We would like to thank Markus Cobb and Arash Gourgani, for helping out this month! Plan on joining us in November for our Annual look at changes to the Tax Laws. Registration is open at https://www.1stTuesday.org

Ivonne was a panelist at our September program on branding. She attended #brandweek and shares her thoughts on what is taking priority with brands and marketers.

This will sell out! Reserve your seat now!

Don’t miss our biggest event of the year - our annual economic update! We will take a look at where the North Texas economy has been, and where it is headed as we approach election day. We are thrilled to have Jesus Canas, Senior Business Economist from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas back again this year. Jesus will update us on important regional trends and share the latest numbers from the Fed. For October, we are taking the show on the road. Our gracious sponsor, Trinity Investors, is hosting us at their wonderful offices in Southlake. They will also provide complementary beer, wine and appetizers for the reception. This is one of our most popular events so reserve your seat early. Reserve your seat now at https://www.1sttuesday.org Tuesday, October 1 3:30pm Check In 4:00pm Presentation/Q&A 5:00pm-6:30pm Reception - sponsored by Trinity Investors Admission is free Special location this month: Trinity Investors 2102 E State Hwy 114, Suite 300 Southlake, Texas 76092 Sponsorship opportunities available for this, and future, events. Promote your business to our attendees, and our database of 3000+ business owners. For info, reach out to [email protected] 1st Tuesday Connections is brought to you by Tom Dennis, Sabrina Turner, Kyle Bennett, Don Zelezny, Russ Ray and John Allen

We had a big turnout for our September panel discussion on branding. The panel shared strategies for building and managing a strong brand - and the importance of creating a memorable brand experience (both internally and externally. Thanks to our panel for supporting the 1st Tuesday Connections mission to provide relevant business information to senior executives and entrepreneurs - while connecting them with their peers. If you have questions about the discussion, reach out to them here on LinkedIn. Melissa Bourestom, Chief Communications Officer, Dignitana Don Clampitt, Chairman & CEO, Clampitt Paper Company Ivonne Kinser, Founder & CEO, Vantage Creative Group MODERATOR Tom Dennis, VP Brand Strategy, ExperiPro A special thanks to our sponsor Kyle Bennett, and his company LoanLink LLC. If you would like to learn more about different loan and credit opportunities that may be available for your business, Kyle is an excellent resource. Reach out to him here on LinkedIn, or check out LoanLinkllc.com Thanks to 12 Cuts Brazilian Steakhouse and their crew for the great hospitality! Thanks also to Philip Romaine and the folks at Flexpress for providing our printing. Sponsorships are available for future programs. Support local business education and promote your company to our 3000+ business leaders. 1st Tuesday Connections is brought to you by Tom Dennis, Sabrina Turner, Kyle Bennett, MBA, Don Zelezny, Russ Ray and John Allen. We would like to thank Markus Cobb and Arash Gourgani, for helping out this month! Plan on joining us in October for our Annual Economic Update with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. Registration is open at https://www.1stTuesday.org

Reserve your seat now at https://www.1sttuesday.org We have assembled an amazing panel to walk us through the world of branding. How strong is your brand? Does it really resonate with your clients, or more importantly, your prospects? A strong brand will do wonders for your marketing efforts. If people understand what you do, and why you do it, your messaging will be far more effective. Our rock star panel will talk about keeping your brand current and the importance innovation plays in breaking through the noise. Join us for a lively conversation about why branding matters! We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, September 3! Our Panel for September: Melissa Bourestom, Chief Communications Officer, Dignitana Don Clampitt, Owner, Clampitt Paper Company Ivonne Kinser, Chief Marketing Officer, Hoplark Brands MODERATOR Tom Dennis, VP Brand Strategy, ExperiPro Reserve your seat now at https://www.1sttuesday.org Tuesday, September 3 3:30pm Registration 4:00pm Panel Discussion/Q&A 5:15pm-6:30pm Reception w/cash bar Admission is free Sponsorship opportunities available for this, and future, events. Promote your business to our attendees, and our database of 3000+ business owners. For info, reach out to [email protected] 1st Tuesday Connections is brought to you by Tom Dennis, Sabrina Turner, Kyle Bennett, Don Zelezny, and John Allen

Reserve your seat now at https://www.1sttuesday.org How strong is your brand? Does it really resonate with your clients, or more importantly, your prospects? A strong brand will do wonders for your marketing efforts. If people understand what you do, and why you do it, your messaging will be far more effective. Our rock star panel will talk about keeping your brand current and the importance innovation plays in breaking through the noise. Join us for a lively conversation about why branding matters! We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, September 3! Our Panel for September: Melissa Bourestom, Chief Communications Officer, Dignitana Don Clampitt, Owner, Clampitt Paper Company Ivonne Kinser, Chief Marketing Officer, Hoplark Brands MODERATOR Tom Dennis, VP Brand Strategy, ExperiPro Reserve your seat now at https://www.1sttuesday.org Tuesday, September 3 3:30pm Registration 4:00pm Panel Discussion/Q&A 5:15pm-6:30pm Reception w/cash bar Admission is free Sponsorship opportunities available for this, and future, events. Promote your business to our attendees, and our database of 3000+ business owners. For info, reach out to [email protected] 1st Tuesday Connections is brought to you by Tom Dennis, Sabrina Turner, Kyle Bennett, Don Zelezny, and John Allen