Jingle & Mingle: Holiday Happy Hour (with Jennifer Sanders, Tennell Atkins & Warren von Eschenbach)

It’s the Holiday Edition of Deconstructing Dallas, recorded live at the Allyn Holiday Happy Hour from the Allyn Worldwide Headquarters at Turtle Creek Village. Ryan Trimble and Shawn Williams celebrate the season with local holiday traditions, behind-the-scenes party moments, and quick-hit conversations with three standout Dallas leaders: Jennifer Sanders (Dallas Innovation Alliance), former Mayor Pro Tem Tennel Atkins, and Warren von Eschenbach (President of UNT Dallas).

Interviews begins @ 7:50

Jennifer Sanders (Dallas Innovation Alliance)
Jennifer shares what’s next for DIA after celebrating its 10th birthday, and digs into why AI literacy and accessibility are essential—especially for communities that risk being left behind. She also gives her favorite hidden outdoor gem: Twelve Hills Nature Preserve.

Former Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Tennel Atkins
Fresh off leaving City Hall, Atkins reflects on 16 years of impact: public safety, economic development, revitalization projects, and why the Law Enforcement Training Center is so important for Dallas’ future. Also: his favorite place to eat in Dallas? Home.

Warren von Eschenbach (President, UNT Dallas)
The newly appointed president shares his journey from football and philosophy to public service and higher ed leadership. He explains why UNT Dallas plays a unique role as an anchor institution for Southern Dallas—and highlights the brand-new $100M STEM building, already positioned to expand healthcare workforce programs through partnerships across the region.