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GANNETT NAMED TO D MAGAZINE'S "DALLAS 500" LIST OF MOST POWERFUL BUSINESS LEADERS IN DALLAS-FORT WORTH
D MAGAZINE -- D CEO’s signature special publication, the Dallas 500, features profiles of the most influential North Texas executives in more than 50 industry categories. The 2026 book, our 11th edition, includes well known, emerging, and behind-the-scenes leaders who make the regional economy tick. Editors make selections after months of research and hundreds of personal interviews. Along with providing business advice and industry insights, this national award-winning book

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT 'FRACTIONAL LEADERSHIP' — AND WHY THIS CEO THINKS IT'S THE FUTURE
BUSINESS INSIDER, by Lindsay Dogson This CEO thinks "fractional leadership" is the future. Chris Gannett's "fractional boardroom" is driven by leaders who want a better work-life balance. The model offers flexibility and access to executive-level talent for startups. Holding out for the gold Rolex when you retire isn't the goal for many leaders anymore. Chris Gannett, the founder and CEO of Gannett.Partners , believes fractional leadership is the way forward. He's launched a

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GANNETT.PARTNERS WINS 2025 D CEO INNOVATON AWARD
D MAGAZINE -- Presented by D CEO and Dallas Innovates, honorees include Colossal Biosciences, the Dallas Stars, Bell Helicopters, Worlds, Gannett.Partners and more. The program honors leaders, entrepreneurs, and trailblazers who are paving the way forward for innovation in North Texas. INNOVATION IN EDUCATION Winner: Gannett.Partners, led by Chris Gannett "Former American Idol executive Chris Gannett teamed up with iconic rapper and Dallas-native the D.O.C. to launch an educa

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GANNETT.PARTNERS SELECTED FINALIST FOR D CEO INNOVATION AWARDS 2025
D MAGAZINE -- The 2025 program recognizes 6 companies and trailblazers paving the way for the future of innovation in North Texas. The program honors companies, CEOs, CIOS, CTOs, entrepreneurs, and other leaders who are helping to make Dallas-Fort Worth an innovation hub. Gannett.Partners , led by CEO and Founder Chris Gannett, were recognized as a finalist in the category of Innovation in Education alongside: Bold Idea, led by Robyn Brown Paul Quinn College, led by Michael S

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GANNETT.PARTNERS SELECTED FINALIST FOR D CEO INNOVATION AWARDS 2024
D MAGAZINE -- The 2024 program recognizes 4 companies and trailblazers paving the way for the future of innovation in North Texas. Chris Gannett was recognized as a finalist in the category of Startup Leader of the Year alongside: Patrick Brandt, Grata Ben Lamm, Colossal Biosciences Gary Wojtaszek, RecNation Read the full coverage here .

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Y’ALL STREET & THE TEXAS STOCK EXCHANGE WITH CHRIS GANNETT
This week Ryan and Shawn turn their attention to the world of finance with guest Chris Gannett. Chris is an investor, executive and...

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SIX REASONS WHY MARCH MADNESS IS THE WORLD’S BEST LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT COURSE
By Chris Gannett, Sports Business Journal Opinion | Gannett.Partners 03.21.2024 March Madness stands as a pinnacle of athletic...

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THREE LEADERSHIP LESSONS FROM FLORIDA STATE'S COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF SNUB | OPINION
Despite achieving an unblemished, undefeated season, FSU found itself on the outside looking in. Three lessons for leaders both on and...

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HOW-TO: RAISE YOUR FIRST VC FUND
VC fundraising is only getting more challenging during this market downturn, but it's the first-time managers facing the biggest hurdles....

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HOW-TO: PITCH IN A VC DOWNTURN
After years of exuberance, venture capitalists are becoming more selective about where they invest. And many startups have found that...

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HOW-TO: DO DUE DILIGENCE ON VC FUNDS
The due diligence process for venture capital funds is often considered challenging for LPs due to the relatively high risks and...

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3 REASONS WHY VCs SHOULD EMBRACE EXECUTIVE COACHING
The term venture capitalist is often associated with wealth, innovation and success. But despite perceived prestige, VCs face immense...

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THE CRUCIAL LINK BETWEEN MEASURING LEADERSHIP AND WORKPLACE MORALE FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
Measuring leadership is not just about evaluation; it's a core philosophy realized through strategic initiatives to drive positive...

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CHRIS GANNETT, FORMER AMERICAN IDOL CMO, LAUNCHES DALLAS-BASED 3-IN-1 GROWTH FIRM
Gannett.Partners provides executive coaching, operating advisory services, and strategic capital investments. Published by D Magazine By...

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PRIORITIZING FOUNDERS' MENTAL HEALTH COULD PAY OFF FOR VCs
Mental health has rarely been discussed in the venture capital community but the issue has garnered more attention recently, particularly...

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EXECUTIVE COACHING IS USEFUL THERAPY THAT YOU CAN EXPENSE
The practice does not have to be an exercise in platitudes. The Economist, July 13, 2023. In a documentary from 2004, “Metallica: Some...

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WHAT GREAT FOUNDERS DO AT NIGHT
To survive your entrepreneurial journey, you have to learn to recharge. By Ariana Huffington care of Masters of Scale Knowing when to...

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IDEAL EXECUTIVE COACHING CLIENTS IN TODAY'S VENTURE CAPITAL CLIMATE
Coaching has become an essential tool for entrepreneurs and executives to navigate the current complex and dynamic landscape. In today's...

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THE OTHER DIVERSITY DIVIDEND
We know that varied teams make better decisions. A new study shows they also make better investments. By Paul Gompers and Silpa Kovvali,...

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HOW TO WRITE A GREAT INVESTOR UPDATE
An Investor Update Breakdown. By Brett Brohl, GP at Bread & Butter Ventures One of the biggest mistakes an entrepreneur can make is not...

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HOW TO PIVOT IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
In collaboration with Venture Atlanta, Gannett.Partners' executive search partner Hunt Club hosted a panel to explore why investors are...

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THREE BENFITS OF A COACHING CULTURE
Why should you invest in building a coaching culture in your organization? 01. It creates lasting behavior change Investing in a...

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WHY LEADERS MUST SCALE THEMSELVES TO KEEP UP WITH THEIR COMPANIES
Becoming CEO doesn’t mean that you suddenly have all the answers, and top executives realize there is room for growth in everyone....

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COACHING DRIVES VENTURE-BACKED STARTUP SUCCESS
Venture capitalists invest in people. It follows there's a movement to provide support for founders and their teams beyond capital and...

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