It’s not a new message, but it is one that continues to impress, which makes supporting the work of Executives in Action not only one of the easiest opportunities in Dallas, but also one of the most fulfilling.

Selfless work done for good, benefiting so many people throughout our community, both for the non-profit organizations EIA helps, as well as giving a new place and purpose to the hundreds of individual executives that are part of their program.

In a nutshell, the organization, founded in 2009 by our dear friends, Ashlee and Chris Kleinert, matches executives who are either retired or in employment transition, with nonprofits to work on short-term, pro bono, consulting  projects that will have a major impact on the nonprofit and their ability to grow their organization addressing business management or operational needs. Since they sent the first email asking non-profits to apply for assistance with anything…

Yes, yes, yes, I know the Cowboys are playing the Patriots on October 11, but Dallas Uncorked is also hosting one of our favorite events of the year. Our annual celebration of the year’s bounty, this year benefiting a cause near and dear to our hearts, New Friends New Life. NFNL helps formerly trafficked women and girls find a new path in life. It is a tough subject, but one that touches so many in Dallas as our city is one of the worst for the issue. Happily, organizations like NFNL are here to help.

The evening will feature a stellar selection of single vineyard, single variety wines from Pali Wine Company, each paired expertly by our talented friend, Abraham Salum. My dear friend, Ginger Dollins with Pali Wine Co. will be on hand to lead us through a discussion of each wine, as will Katie Pedigo with New Friends…