The Big Deal with Glen Farris

11/18/2021

Christopher Lee is the Director of Government Affairs at the Frisco Chamber of Commerce. Christopher and I go way way way back. He was but a student at UNT when we met while working on an ill-fated city council campaign. Excellent times. In this conversation, we talk about all things politics and government affairs. We talk a ton about redistricting, working in the Texas statehouse, we talk about working with a city’s chamber of commerce, and all the challenges that come with that. If you enjoy politics at the local county and state level, you will love this episode. I’m really excited to share this one.

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Christopher Lee is the Director of Government Affairs at the Frisco Chamber of Commerce. Christopher and I go way way way back. He was but a student at UNT when we met while working on an ill-fated city council campaign. Excellent times. In this conversation, we talk about all things politics and go...

10/21/2021

On my run this morning, I reflected on the one hundred podcast episodes of The Big Deal with Glen Farris and wanted to post three things I've learned from the experience. So here it is, the condensed list of what I've learned from having in-depth conversations with a bunch of awesome people.

1. Be humble. The less you know about something, the more you think you know about something. The Dunning-Kruger effect is real. There are very few actual experts in the world. The difference between an expert and someone who has "done the research" on the internet might as well be the distance from Earth to the heliopause. There is an incredible difference between knowledge and wisdom. Knowledge is at everyone's fingertips. Wisdom is rare.

2. Be patient. Everyone has to start somewhere. Play the long game. Be as patient with others as you would want them to be with you. Don't ever, ever under any circumstance, give up. Put your head down, put in the time, and do the work.

3. Be quiet. The person you're talking to knows something you don't. They have some kernel of wisdom that if you would listen for it, you could hear it, and it could be beneficial to you and the people who depend on you. Also, don't argue on social media. It's not real, and no one wins.

10/19/2021

Gary Henderson is the CEO and President of United Way Denton County and began his term as the Denton Chamber of Commerce board chair on October 1, 2021. Erin Carter is the Denton Chamber of Commerce President. Both guests are repeat guests for this extraordinary 100th episode of The Big Deal with Glen Farris.

Gary Henderson is the CEO and President of United Way Denton County and began his term as the Denton Chamber of Commerce board chair on October 1, 2021. Erin Carter is the Denton Chamber of Commerce President. Both guests are repeat guests for this extraordinary 100th episode of The Big Deal with Gl...

10/12/2021

Jeff Reecer, FACHE, serves as president of Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton, a position he assumed in January 2016 after leaving the facility in 2012 to become president of Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen. Prior to that, he spent 11 years as vice president of operations at Texas Health Denton.

While at Texas Health Allen, Reecer worked to strategically reposition the hospital, with the addition of key physicians, expansion of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and creation of a women’s behavioral health unit. The result was growth for several key service lines and increased volumes. Among his most proud accomplishments, physician and employee engagement scores rose dramatically during his tenure, with both reaching the 99th percentile.
A native of Lockney, Texas, Reecer holds a bachelor of science as well as a master of business administration from Texas Tech University.
He lives in Denton with his wife, Dena. Reecer enjoys spending time with his two adult children, son Aaron, and daughter Chloe. The Reecer family is actively involved in their church and community and enjoys traveling. An avid runner and cyclist, you can also find him leading Texas Health’s Be Healthy exercise teams.
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Jeff Reecer, FACHE, serves as president of Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton, a position he assumed in January 2016 after leaving the facility in 2012 to become president of Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen. Before that, he spent 11 years as vice president of operations at Texas Heal...

09/30/2021

Lillia Whittington is the creator of The D. Diaries Blog, Denton’s number one influencer space. Lillia has lived in Denton her whole life and has been creating content in and around Denton for 4 years.

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Lillia Whittington is the creator of The D. Diaries, Denton’s number one influencer space. Lillia has lived in Denton her whole life and has been creating content in and around Denton for 4 years.

09/15/2021

The City of Denton’s Comprehensive Plan is an official planning policy document designed to guide the city’s future growth. Denton Plan 2040 is an update to Denton Plan 2030. Community input is critical to the decision making process for future development and growth of the City of Denton so make sure you show up to the open house Thursday, September 16th from 6 pm - 8 pm to the Development Services building at 401 N Elm St. Tina Fergins and Sean Jacobson chat with me about what the Denton Plan 2040 is and why it’s important that the whole community gives input on it.

The City of Denton’s Comprehensive Plan is an official planning policy document designed to guide the city’s future growth. Denton Plan 2040 is an update to Denton Plan 2030. Community input is critical to the decision making process for future development and growth of the City of Denton so mak...

09/08/2021

Erin Carter is a chamber veteran who has served as the Metrocrest Chamber President since 2016. Prior to leading the Metrocrest Chamber, she served the Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce as both its Events & Communications Director and its Vice President of Program Development. Carter currently serves as Chair of the Winter Institute Board of Regents for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Trustee of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Board Member of the North Texas Commission, Secretary of the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Rotary Club, Board Member of the Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD Educational Foundation and Board Member of the Lewisville ISD Education Foundation.

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Erin Carter is a chamber veteran who has served as the Metrocrest Chamber President since 2016. Prior to leading the Metrocrest Chamber, she served the Lewisville Chamber of Commerce as both its Events & Communications Director and its Vice President of Program Development. Carter currently...

08/17/2021

In 1968, having graduated from high school, Mr. Shoffit received his introduction into the martial arts. It was during this nostalgic period of the late 60s and early 70s that he developed his intense personal interest in the cultural, historical, and philosophical aspects of the martial arts. Since receiving his black belt in 1972, Mr. Shoffit has gone on to expand his study in both eclectic and traditional martial arts. In 1974, Mr. Shoffit graduated from North Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology which was offered through the Education Department. While attending graduate school in 1976, he decided to make a professional career in martial arts by opening a studio on a full-time basis. In 1986, Mr. Shoffit completed construction on his spacious, custom-built facility that is now the base of his operation. Over the years, Mr. Shoffit has had the opportunity to train extensively with numerous masters and grandmasters. Collectively, this wide range of study has helped him develop the philosophy that a balanced system should be complete but not finished.
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In 1968, having graduated from high school, Mr. Shoffit received his introduction into the martial arts. It was during this nostalgic period of the late 60s and early 70s that he developed his intense personal interest in the cultural, historical, and philosophical aspects of martial arts. Since rec...

08/03/2021

The Go-Zone proposal from DCTA, Datacenter disinformation, city council predictions, and more are discussed in this week's episode.

Jesse Davis was elected to District 3 in May 2019 and is serving his second term. Prior to his election, Davis served as the inaugural chair of the City's Board of Ethics and as an officer of the Denton County Historical Commission. Davis is a lifelong Denton resident and a proud alum of Denton High School. He earned a B.A. in History and Political Science from the University of North Texas, where he served as Student Body President.

After graduating from UNT, Davis served under U.S. Senator Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison in her Washington, D.C., office as a senior staff assistant and Assistant Press Secretary. Davis earned his J.D. from Baylor School of Law, and for the past eight years has been an Assistant District Attorney for Denton County. Davis, his wife Diana, and their three children are active volunteers in their church and engaged members of the Denton community. Davis is the outgoing President of the Denton Evening Rotary Club, chair of the North Texas Children’s Choir board, and a Boy Scouts of America volunteer.

Jesse Davis was elected to District 3 in May 2019 and is serving his first term. Prior to his election, Davis served as the inaugural chair of the City's Board of Ethics and as an officer of the Denton County Historical Commission. Davis is a lifelong Denton resident and a proud alum of Denton High....

07/20/2021

Brian Burrows is a sport shooter for Team USA and the owner of Ironwood Axe Throwing, located in downtown Denton, Texas.

Brian Burrows is a sport shooter for Team USA and the owner of Ironwood Axe Throwing located in downtown Denton, Texas.

07/07/2021

Erik began his Employee Benefits career in 2008 at a leading insurance carrier as a Group Sales Representative. Working directly with underwriters and insurance product specialists allowed him unique insight into the group benefits industry. Shortly after the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), going against the grain, Erik decided to enter the Broker role of the industry. He recognized that small to mid-size employers were going to need expert guidance navigating the new legislation surrounding the Affordable Care Act.

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06/10/2021

The Big Deal With Glen Farris : 91- Kevin Hodge - Commercial Loan Officer at PlainsCapital Bank

Kevin Hodge is a commercial loan officer at PlainsCapital Bank and fellow Rotarian at Denton Evening Rotary.