What started as a moment is now a full-fledged movement.
From West 7th to the AllianceTexas Mobility Innovation Zone (MIZ), from Hollywood productions to Wall Street relocations, Fort Worth–Dallas has emerged as the epicenter of American innovation, entrepreneurship, and enduring values.
Nowhere was that more evident than at the recent Forward Fort Worth 2025 Summit at the iconic Hotel Drover. Innovation and ambition took center stage as Hillwood, AllianceTexas, and the City of Fort Worth convened a powerhouse lineup of investors, entrepreneurs, and supply chain leaders from across Texas and the nation.
The headline conversation—a candid exchange between Ross Perot Jr. and former U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy—captured it perfectly: we’re not waiting for someone else to define the future. We’re building it, right here.
That’s Cowboy Capitalism in action.
It’s bold, pragmatic, and purpose-driven. It’s capitalism with a backbone and a soul—rooted in faith, family, and freedom, yet unafraid to bet big on what’s next.
Our pioneers didn’t wait for permission. They took risks, built legacies, and shared prosperity. That same spirit lives on today—not just in how we do business, but in how we cultivate leadership, empower communities, and create long-term value.
It’s also the product of smart policy and visionary leadership.
That’s why major employers and high-growth startups are choosing Fort Worth–Dallas as their home. We’re setting the pace in logistics, aerospace, AI, energy innovation, and defense—and attracting capital and partnerships from across the globe.
- MP Materials is producing up to 1,000 metric tons of magnets annually to power smartphones, EVs, and reduce our reliance on foreign rare earths.
- Bell Textron is investing over half a billion dollars to build next-generation military aircraft—bringing 500 high-paying jobs with it.
- Siemens, praised by Governor Abbott, is expanding its operations to meet surging demand from data centers nationwide.
Venture and private equity capital is pouring in at record levels. Just five years ago, North Texas saw $500 million in venture funding annually. Today, that number exceeds $1.4 billion—and rising. We’re quickly becoming The Capital of Capital, and we’re just getting started.
It’s not just business that’s booming—it’s leadership.
Mayor Mattie Parker and a new generation of civic-minded leaders are ensuring that growth is anchored in values and built to last. Texas A&M’s bold expansion into downtown Fort Worth is just the latest signal that our region is investing in its future from the ground up.
Even the financial markets are taking note. The Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE), Nasdaq, and NYSE are planting roots in our region. The reasons are obvious:
- Fort Worth is now the 10th largest city in America.
- Fort Worth–Dallas is on track to surpass Chicago as the nation’s third-largest region by 2030.
- 24 Fortune 500 companies call North Texas home.
And when Professional Bull Riding (PBR) moves its headquarters to Fort Worth, the message is clear: we’re at the center of the Texas Miracle—and Cowboy Capitalism is leading the charge.
This is what happens when individuals, families, and businesses are given the right environment to flourish.
The legacy of Sid Richardson, Amon Carter, Charles Tandy, and Ross Perot Jr. laid the foundation. Today, a new generation of investors, builders, and visionaries are carrying the torch forward.
Cowboy Capitalism isn’t a relic of the past. It’s a model for the future and a blueprint for the nation.
The momentum is real—and it’s only getting stronger.
