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Belk, Inc. announces the hire of Marlene Norcross as vice president and regional manager for the Texas region. Norcross will be responsible for 15 stores and will be based in Dallas at the flagship Galleria store.

“Marlene’s knowledge and experience in managing high volume retail stores will enable her to serve our Texas locations,” said Thomas Reis, senior vice president and director of stores, Belk. “Her extensive background in working with Texas markets will be beneficial, as Texas continues to be a key growth market for Belk.”

Norcross most recently served as the district vice president for Macy’s in Indianapolis. In this role, she was accountable for 12 stores in three states. Prior to that position, she was the vice president store manager for Macy’s in Houston and Dallas. Norcross also worked for Best Buy as special project manager and general manager in Austin, as well as for Saks Fifth Avenue as vice president general manager in Houston.

“Belk is a strong player in the retail industry with consistent growth in Texas,” said Norcross. “I am thrilled to be joining the team during this pivotal time and look forward to helping grow the brand’s Western division.”

Norcross is a graduate of Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, with a bachelor’s degree in fashion promotion and business.

Additionally, Belk has brought on Stephanie Sparkman as the new store manager for Galleria Dallas. Sparkman comes to Belk from Macy’s, where she most recently served as vice president and store manager at the La Palmera store in Corpus Christi. Sparkman is a graduate of Florida State University, with a bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising and a minor in business. 

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Community leaders from the Mid-Cities celebrated development of Belk’s 95,000 square-foot fashion store at the new Glade Parks retail center in Euless. More than 30 members of the community painted the first Belk “blue” strokes on the store, which the company expects to open in March 2016. The Belk Euless store will become the 16th in Texas and the ninth location in DFW.

Marlene Norcross, Belk’s VP and Regional Manager for the Texas region, was joined by Bedford Mayor Jim Griffin, Keller Mayor Mark Mathews, Euless Council Members Linda Eilenfeldt and Jeremy Tompkins and Zach Knutson, developer of Glade Parks, among other local leaders. 

Belk has been in Texas since 1953 and has been in the DFW market for more than 10 years. Texas continues to be the brand’s fastest growing state and among its strongest sales markets. The company’s $10.8 million investment in the Euless store will incorporate the newest in retail design, lighting, merchandise presentation and décor. The store’s assortment will include premium brands such as: Ralph Lauren, Vince Camuto, Michael Kors, Kate Spade, Doony & Bourke, Calvin Klein, Lucky, Jessica Simpson, Marc Jacobs, Lancôme, Estée Lauder, Clinique, Donna Karen, Dior and more. 

Belk is a retailer with a long commitment to serving its local communities. Recently, Belk held its Fall Charity Sale where shoppers enjoyed deep discounts on designer brands while raising money for local nonprofits. Belk and its customers raised more than $6 million for thousands of charities. In DFW, Belk raised $25,000 to be distributed among 36 participating local charities. In April 2016, local charities will be able to sign up to participate in the semi-annual fundraising event, which will also take place at the Euless store. 

Euless Council Members, Linda Eilenfeldt and Jeremy Tompkins, shared insights about the economic impact Glade Parks and its retailers will make in the community. The City of Euless created a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ #3) for the new retail center, which is expected to produce a net benefit of $225 million over a 25-year period for all taxing jurisdictions, with $97 million to Euless over the same time period. In addition to generating revenue in North Texas, this development brings a great quality-of-life addition with top retail and entertainment for area residents to enjoy.

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Community leaders from the Mid-Cities celebrated development of Belk’s 95,000 square-foot fashion store at the new Glade Parks retail center in Euless. More than 30 members of the community painted the first Belk “blue” strokes on the store, which the company expects to open in March 2016. The Belk Euless store will become the 16th in Texas and the ninth location in DFW.

Marlene Norcross, Belk’s VP and Regional Manager for the Texas region, was joined by Bedford Mayor Jim Griffin, Keller Mayor Mark Mathews, Euless Council Members Linda Eilenfeldt and Jeremy Tompkins and Zach Knutson, developer of Glade Parks, among other local leaders.

Belk has been in Texas since 1953 and has been in the DFW market for more than 10 years. Texas continues to be the brand’s fastest growing state and among its strongest sales markets. The company’s $10.8 million investment in the Euless store will incorporate the newest in retail design, lighting, merchandise presentation and décor. The store’s assortment will include premium brands such as: Ralph Lauren, Vince Camuto, Michael Kors, Kate Spade, Doony & Bourke, Calvin Klein, Lucky, Jessica Simpson, Marc Jacobs, Lancôme, Estée Lauder, Clinique, Donna Karen, Dior and more. 

Belk is a retailer with a long commitment to serving its local communities. Recently, Belk held its Fall Charity Sale where shoppers enjoyed deep discounts on designer brands while raising money for local nonprofits. Belk and its customers raised more than $6 million for thousands of charities. In DFW, Belk raised $25,000 to be distributed among 36 participating local charities. In April 2016, local charities will be able to sign up to participate in the semi-annual fundraising event, which will also take place at the Euless store.

Euless Council Members, Linda Eilenfeldt and Jeremy Tompkins, shared insights about the economic impact Glade Parks and its retailers will make in the community. The City of Euless created a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ #3) for the new retail center, which is expected to produce a net benefit of $225 million over a 25-year period for all taxing jurisdictions, with $97 million to Euless over the same time period. In addition to generating revenue in North Texas, this development brings a great quality-of-life addition with top retail and entertainment for area residents to enjoy.

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Belk Galleria Dallas Hosts 10th Anniversary Kick-Off Party for Fashion Stars for a Cause, Benefiting the Suicide & Crisis Center of North Texas

 
A celebratory crowd filled Belk Galleria Dallas on October 19 to kick-off the 10th anniversary of Fashion Stars for a Cause, benefiting the Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas. Yvonne Crum, founder and chair of Fashion Stars for a Cause started the program in 2006 and has raised an incredible $1.8 million for the nonprofit. She hopes to raise over $2 million with the help of this year’s Fashion Stars. As presenting sponsor, Belk has donated $30,000 to the charity. 
 
Yvonne shared highlights of the charity’s 10-year history and welcomed each of her 12 new Fashion Stars to the runway for a fall fashion show, featuring Belk’s “star” brands. Charmaine Marshall, Belk’s personal shopper and a former Fashion Star, styled the women to capture each individual’s unique style.
 
This year’s 12 Fashion Stars include: 
  1. Sherice Brown (President of The LaNette Groupe), wearing a beaded jersey dress by Ralph Lauren 
  2. Laura Fedock (Fashion Stylist, Personal Shopper, Wardrobe Consultant and Fashion Blogger), wearing a faux leather sheath dress by 1.State
  3. Laurie Graham (TV Host, Corporate Spokesperson and Brand & Image Consultant), wearing a wraparound-style matte jersey dress with an asymmetrical zip closure by Rachel Roy 
  4. Francis Harrison (Founder/President of Conscious Cuba and Conscious Cultures), wearing a floral printed fit & flare dress by Vince Camuto
  5. Gina Marx (Executive Director at Round Up for Autism and Realtor at REMAX Trinity), wearing a metallic lace dress with a scalloped hem by Ralph Lauren
    • *Being a Fashion Star runs in Francis’s family, as three of her sisters were also former Fashion Stars
  6. Kristy J. Morgan (Jewelry Designer at Ceeta Gems and Civic Volunteer), wearing a black tunic dress with split sleeves and gold buttons by Trina Turk
  7. Shelley Herrerra-O’Neal (President of SEO Capital Ventures LLC), wearing a pleated midi hi-lo dress by Rachel Roy and over-the-knee leopard boots by Guess
  8. Shayema Rahim (Artist and HR Consultant), wearing a fit & flair dress with lace inset and bow by Cynthia Steffe 
  9. Whitney Roberts-Kutch (Lifestyle Blogger at Civic Volunteer), wearing a black fitted knit dress with cutout by French Connection and a hunter green faux fur vest by Jessica Simpson
  10. Bridget Sommerlatte (Wardrobe Stylist and Civic Volunteer), wearing a mesh sleeve sweater dress with embellished neckline by Rachel Roy
  11. Carmen Surgent (Homemaker and Civic & Arts Supporter), wearing a fringe sleeve sheath dress by Jessica Simpson
  12. Amanda Ward (CEO of Best Receivables Management — Patient-Friendly Collections), wearing a cropped faux fur vest by Michael Kors over a black turtleneck by French Connection, along with scallop polka dot shorts by Sam Edelman and over-the-knee boots by French Connection
    • *Bridget is the granddaughter of Dr. Cliff Jones, founder of Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas
 
The women will begin selling raffle tickets for opportunities to win prizes including a $5,000 gift card from Belk and a trip for two to Havana, Cuba from Conscious Cuba. One winner will be chosen for each of the two prizes, and they will be announced at the black-tie Fashion Stars for a Cause gala on March 25 at the  Dallas Country Club. 
 
Models Carlotta Lennox and Trena Ritz from Kim Dawson Agency also strutted among the crowd, styled in looks by Polo, Eileen Fisher, Karen Kane and Sophie Max. 
 
Attendees enjoyed tasting hors d’oeuvres and sipping on the signature Fashion Stars cocktail, courtesy of Zodiac Vodka. Notable guests include: Margie Wright (Executive Director of SCC), Carolyn Tillery (Creator of FSFAC Magazine), Terry Bentley Hill (Honorary Chair), Holly Quartaro (Galleria Dallas), Catherine Guidici Lowe, LeeAnne Locken, Tiffany Hendra, Dawn Mellon, Regina Bruce, Britt Harless, Rebecca Lopez, as well as former Fashion Stars, Naila Malik and Jamie Fowler. 
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 Belk Galleria Dallas hosted a fall fashion Q&A and meet and greet with Sean and Catherine Lowe. TV host Amy Vanderoef moderated the event along with ABC’s former Bachelor Jake Pavelka.
 
The crowd was excited to greet Sean and Catherine Lowe, who now reside in Dallas after Sean’s proposal on the show in season 17. Catherine wore a Taylor fit and flare dress in brown/black complemented by leopard print Sam Edelman heels. Sean sported a casual look with a Calvin Klein Jeans nylon moto jacket and Levi’s slim straight fit twill jeans in gray with Kenneth Cole shoes.
 
The fashion preview included five looks, each featuring one of Belk’s Fall Style Statements. The looks were styled by Belk’s personal shopper and stylist, Charmaine Marshall. 
 
Look #1: Sharp Cuts
Model Carlotta Lennox showcased the Sharp Cuts look, which is sleek and chic, featuring ultra-modern textiles. She wore pieces from Calvin Klein, BCBG and Vince Camuto.
 
Look #2: Rugged Individualist
Model Devin Way was styled in the Rugged Individualist look, which resembles a rough-hewn style. He wore pieces from Kenneth Cole, Chip & Pepper, Buffalo and Frye.
 
Look #3: Uptown Folk
Model Trena Ritz showed off the Uptown Folk look, which features a cultural mish mash and handcrafted couture. She wore pieces from Free People, Taylor and Sage, as well as Willow and Clay.
 
Look #4: Urban Athletics
Model David McKay sported the Urban Athletics look, where fashion meets function. The look featured pieces from Polo, Lucky and Dune.
 
Look #5: Town & Country
Model Maggie Parks was lovely in the Town & Country look, featuring luxe with a trad twist with pieces from Eileen Fisher and Free People.
 
Catherine’s favorite look was Sharp Cuts, commenting on the mix of patterns highlighted. “I always say, dress for your body,” said Catherine. “I have a more conservative style, but like to amp it up with something fun. A perfect example is what I’m wearing — this Taylor dress that has a great knee length, as well as these fun Sam Edelman heels (both from Belk Galleria Dallas).”
 
Sean’s favorite look of the evening was Urban Athletics. “I dress for comfort,” said Sean. “My style tip for guys is to just be comfortable — and make sure your wife likes what you’re wearing.”
 
The crowd enjoyed getting to know the Lowe couple, as they provided style tips that were relatable and approachable. Prior to the public appearance, Belk hosted a private VIP reception for local media and influencers. Guests took photos with Sean, Catherine, Jake and Amy, as well as enjoyed light bites and cocktails, courtesy of Zodiac Vodka. 
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Belk Galleria Dallas Hosts Fall Fashion Preview with Sean and Catherine Lowe
 
Belk Galleria Dallas hosted a fall fashion Q&A and meet and greet with Sean and Catherine Lowe. TV host Amy Vanderoef moderated the event along with ABC’s former Bachelor Jake Pavelka.
 
The crowd was excited to greet Sean and Catherine Lowe, who now reside in Dallas after Sean’s proposal on the show in season 17. Catherine wore a Taylor fit and flare dress in brown/black complemented by leopard print Sam Edelman heels. Sean sported a casual look with a Calvin Klein Jeans nylon moto jacket and Levi’s slim straight fit twill jeans in gray with Kenneth Cole shoes.
 
The fashion preview included five looks, each featuring one of Belk’s Fall Style Statements. The looks were styled by Belk’s personal shopper and stylist, Charmaine Marshall. 
 
Look #1: Sharp Cuts
Model Carlotta Lennox showcased the Sharp Cuts look, which is sleek and chic, featuring ultra-modern textiles. She wore pieces from Calvin Klein, BCBG and Vince Camuto.
 
Look #2: Rugged Individualist
Model Devin Way was styled in the Rugged Individualist look, which resembles a rough-hewn style. He wore pieces from Kenneth Cole, Chip & Pepper, Buffalo and Frye.
 
Look #3: Uptown Folk
Model Trena Ritz showed off the Uptown Folk look, which features a cultural mish mash and handcrafted couture. She wore pieces from Free People, Taylor and Sage, as well as Willow and Clay.
 
Look #4: Urban Athletics
Model David McKay sported the Urban Athletics look, where fashion meets function. The look featured pieces from Polo, Lucky and Dune.
 
Look #5: Town & Country
Model Maggie Parks was lovely in the Town & Country look, featuring luxe with a trad twist with pieces from Eileen Fisher and Free People.
 
Catherine’s favorite look was Sharp Cuts, commenting on the mix of patterns highlighted. “I always say, dress for your body,” said Catherine. “I have a more conservative style, but like to amp it up with something fun. A perfect example is what I’m wearing — this Taylor dress that has a great knee length, as well as these fun Sam Edelman heels (both from Belk Galleria Dallas).”
 
Sean’s favorite look of the evening was Urban Athletics. “I dress for comfort,” said Sean. “My style tip for guys is to just be comfortable — and make sure your wife likes what you’re wearing.”
 
The crowd enjoyed getting to know the Lowe couple, as they provided style tips that were relatable and approachable. Prior to the public appearance, Belk hosted a private VIP reception for local media and influencers. Guests took photos with Sean, Catherine, Jake and Amy, as well as enjoyed light bites and cocktails, courtesy of Zodiac Vodka. 
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Boardroom Salon Receives 2015 Best of Southlake Award

Southlake Award Program Honors the Achievement

SOUTHLAKE April 13, 2015 -- Boardroom Salon has been selected for the 2015 Best of Southlake Award in the Barbers category by the Southlake Award Program.

Each year, the Southlake Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Southlake area a great place to live, work and play.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2015 Southlake Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Southlake Award Program and data provided by third parties.

About Southlake Award Program

The Southlake Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Southlake area. Recognition is given to those companies that have shown the ability to use their best practices and implemented programs to generate competitive advantages and long-term value.

The Southlake Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to recognize the small business community's contributions to the U.S. economy.

SOURCE: Southlake Award Program

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PR Boutiques International™ (PRBI), the worldwide collaborative network of boutique PR firms, welcomes its newest member, Nuñez PR Group (based in Dallas). PRBI now includes 34 member agencies in Asia, Europe, North America, and South America.

“With the new member firm, our group continues expanding into important markets all over the world. We’re excited to add experienced PR practitioners to our collaborative group,” said Dan Leinweber, PRBI President and President of Leinweber Associates, Boston, Mass.

Nuñez PR Group, founded in 2006, is a communications agency based in Dallas specializing in PR, media relations, social media, corporate communications and crisis communications. Nuñez PR Group serves clients specializing in consumer products, fashion/retail, real estate, technology, restaurants, healthcare and B2B. For more information, visit the Nuñez PR Group website at http://nunezprgroup.com/.

PRBI is also hosting its upcoming annual meeting June 18th – 21st in Portland, Oregon. This year’s conference will be the largest gathering yet for the seven-year old organization.

Through collaboration in PRBI, member agencies offer the personalized, senior-level expertise of the boutique firm combined with the broad, international reach and market specialization of much larger agencies.

For more information about PRBI, visit http://www.prboutiques.com. Read the PRBI Blog to stay up to date on agency happenings and the latest industry trends. To find out more about where PRBI members are located globally, visit the PRBI website.

 

About PR Boutiques International: 

PR Boutiques International™ (PRBI) is an international network of boutique public relations firms. The principals of member firms are experienced practitioners who have held senior positions in large PR agencies and/or corporations but now put service first and work directly with clients. PRBI member firms excel in meeting a huge range of client needs in a large number of industries, with services that include corporate public relations, consumer PR, healthcare PR, investor relations, crisis management, business-to-business PR, economic development PR, not-for-profit, academia, government, financial, technology, legal, multicultural and international PR and investor relations. Member practitioners have won the highest levels of professional awards, and boast qualifications ranging from PhDs to former top journalists to attorneys. They also represent memberships in the most noteworthy international public relations and business associations. For more information, visit http://www.prboutiques.com.

 

About Nuñez PR Group:

Nuñez PR Group is a Dallas public relations and social media agency providing a range of communication services including media relations, social media marketing, e-PR, corporate communications and crisis communications. We are a certified Women’s Business Enterprise that propels brands forward. Please contact us at 972.388.5510 or info@nunezprgroup.com for more information about our programs.

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The Elizabeth Toon Charities Concert and Shootout continues to grow tremendously every year. More than 1,700 people packed The Rustic for the sold out Elizabeth Toon Charities concert featuring Pat Green.

Highland Park High School graduates, Charlie Berry and Brett Taylor from Mockingbird Sun were the opening act of the night.

A short video illustrating the mission of ETC was also shown to the crowd and attendees had the opportunity to participate in a live auction which raised over $111,000. The top two selling auction items were Day of Shooting with Green Beret John Wayne Walding and Hunting Trip in Texas Hill Country.

The night also featured a jewelry pull from Kendra Scott. Attendees could purchase small boxes with a piece (or pieces) of the acclaimed jewelers collection as well as gift cards to local restaurants and all the proceeds were donated to Elizabeth Toon Charities.

The concert featured a highly anticipated performance by Pat Green. He played a number of his hit songs and told stories to please the crowd.

The shootout was a huge success as well with over 450 people attending and 81 teams. First place was awarded to the Landry Team and second place went to Balfour Beatty Construction. All the funds raised at the concert and shootout will benefit 13 children’s charities in North Texas.

From left: Mary Margaret Toon, Larry Toon, Patti Toon, Laura Toon, Justin Toon

From left: Mary Margaret Toon, Larry Toon, Patti Toon, Laura Toon, Justin Toon

Pat Green and Mockingbird Sun

Pat Green and Mockingbird Sun