{"id":552799,"date":"2026-01-30T01:11:20","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T01:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/552799\/"},"modified":"2026-01-30T01:11:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T01:11:20","slug":"dallas-regional-chamber-names-hillwoods-vice-chairman-as-its-2026-board-chair-dallas-innovates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/552799\/","title":{"rendered":"Dallas Regional Chamber Names Hillwood\u2019s Vice Chairman as\u00a0Its 2026 Board\u00a0Chair \u00bb Dallas Innovates"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Hillwood’s Darcy Anderson (at right) with DRC President & CEO Brad Cheves [Photo: DRC]<\/p>\n

The Dallas Regional Chamber announced that Darcy Anderson, Vice Chairman of Hillwood, a Perot Company, is the 2026 Chair of the DRC\u2019s board of cirectors. Anderson will be formally recognized in the role at the DRC\u2019s annual meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 4.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Anderson\u2019s one-year term begins in a time of leadership transition for the organization. Anderson will work closely with Brad Cheves, who began his tenure as the DRC\u2019s President & CEO<\/a> on January 5. Anderson served on the search committee that selected Cheves.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe strength of this organization starts with its leadership,\u201d Cheves said in a statement. \u201cDarcy brings deep experience, credibility, and a strong understanding of this region. His partnership will be important as we look ahead and begin shaping the DRC\u2019s next strategic plan.\u201d<\/p>\n

Anderson also will play a significant role in the development of DRC\u2019s 2027\u20132029 strategic plan, which will set the organization\u2019s priorities for the next few years.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis role is meaningful to me, both personally and professionally,\u201d Anderson said. \u201cHillwood has been invested in the Dallas region for decades, and we see firsthand how decisions made today shape growth for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cServing as board chair at a time when we\u2019re welcoming new leadership and looking ahead to the next strategic plan is an opportunity to help ensure the region stays competitive, well-planned, and positioned for long-term success,\u201d Anderson added.<\/p>\n

Veteran leader<\/p>\n

At Hillwood, Anderson works closely with Ross Perot Jr. on the Perot family\u2019s real estate, energy, and investment businesses. During his career, he has served in senior leadership roles spanning development, operations, and corporate support, helping guide large-scale, long-term projects in North Texas and beyond, the DRC said.<\/p>\n

Previously, Anderson served as chief people officer at Perot Systems, where he was responsible for real estate, facilities, security, and employee services. He has also supported multiple Perot family initiatives across business, civic, and nonprofit efforts.<\/p>\n

A graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Anderson completed five years of active-duty service in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and later served as Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army for North Texas from 2020 to 2025. In addition to his leadership of the DRC, Anderson serves on the Board of the Scouting America Circle Ten Council in Dallas and on the Board of Comfort Systems USA.<\/p>\n

DRC\u2019s Vice Chair<\/p>\n

Jennifer Chandler, President of Bank of America Dallas, is the 2026 Vice Chair, as she prepares to serve as the 2027 Board Chair. Chandler also served on the DRC CEO search committee in 2025.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Dallas Regional Chamber plays an essential role in shaping the future of our region, and it\u2019s a privilege to serve in this capacity,\u201d Chandler said. \u201cAs vice chair, I\u2019m deeply committed to the DRC\u2019s work and to partnering with Darcy, Brad, and our Board to help ensure the organization remains strong, thoughtful, and focused on what\u2019s best for North Texas.\u201d<\/p>\n

With the goals of strengthening the business climate while advancing talent, infrastructure, and quality of life in North Texas, DRC said its work is \u201cgrounded in helping the region grow thoughtfully and competitively, with an eye toward both opportunities today and what comes next.\u201d<\/p>\n

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