Hello everyone,
Hope all are well. As the year draws to a close, wanted to share some updates and thoughts
First of all, here is the link to the coverage of the recently concluded TiECON Dallas 2022 for those that were able to attend as well as those that missed what turned out to be a very well received event.
We have had a good year across the board in our programs that culminated with the TiECON. We conducted sessions for TYE, TiE University, TiE Women, mentoring, coaching several teams in each, pitch events, with the local winners representing Dallas at Global finals. We also held a number of sessions for TiE Dallas Angels, consummating several deals, a number of happy hour socials and golf outings.
As I wrap up my term as President at the end of the year, wanted to reflect on what has been a great, humbling and gratifying journey championing TiE Dallas’s mission – to identify, nurture and grow entrepreneurs aggressively in the DFW metroplex. We grew significantly over the last few years and made TiE a key component of the entrepreneurial ecosystem here in Dallas. Additional information is at the TiE Dallas site , and in this quick recap. Specifically, we
1. Established flagship programs – TYE (which was founded it in 2012 and has graduated 300+ kids over the years, with us conducting the Global finals in 2022), TiE U (in its 3rd year; 2nd place winner at Global in 2021, SURVIVR got acquired), TiE Women (in 3rd year as well) and an active TiE Dallas Angels program TDA (with multiple six figure deals done); mentoring several individuals and startups in the process that came through the programs.
2. Have grown our charter membership base to close to 50.
3. Established the TiE Dallas brand locally and globally through active engagement with other TiE chapters in the US, India and around the globe, other local organizations, at events – (TGS, TiECONs, CM retreats); through philanthropic initiatives; and socials.
4. Solidified a process-driven governance model and empowered the next generation of young leaders to build on the success achieved thus far.
5. Held a conference in 2019 and TiECON Dallas in 2022 around the themes of ‘What makes Dallas and Texas attractive to entrepreneurs, businesses, and investors’
I have full faith and confidence in the highly capable new leadership coming in to take TiE Dallas to even greater heights. I trust that I can expect and you will provide them the same generosity and support that you have to me over the years. As I sign off, I would like to once again take a moment to express my gratitude for the warmth, friendship and learning I have received from so many individuals over the years. I look forward to staying in touch, wherever our paths may lead us. I also want to take this opportunity to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season, good health and cheer and a happy new year in advance.
Yours truly
Ram Viswanathan
President, TiE Dallas