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JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisHonored to join this inspiring group of leaders working alongside United Way of Metropolitan Dallas to create opportunity and lasting change for our community. The work they do to strengthen our region and uplift those in need is truly transformative. I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve and help advance their mission of improving lives across North Texas.JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisWe’re excited to kick off our 2025-26 fiscal year with the appointment of new board members and directors who bring exceptional leadership, expertise and commitment to advancing opportunity for all North Texans. Together, these newly appointed leaders bring expertise across industries, including: finance, consumer products, aviation, private equity and professional sports, with each serving three-year terms to provide strategic direction and oversight to guide our work. Their service will enhance our ability to convene partners, innovate solutions and invest in initiatives that create lasting change for North Texans. United Way Members and Directors: ➡️️ Brad Alberts, President & CEO, Dallas Stars ➡️️ Danielle Devine, Chief Communications & Corporate Affairs Officer, Kimberly-Clark ➡️️ Michelle Horton, Risk & Regulatory Health Industries Leader, PwC ➡️️ Michael Levy, CEO, Crow Holdings ➡️️ Eric M., EVP & CFO, Trinity Industries, Inc. ➡️️ Sam L. Susser, Chairman & CEO, Susser Bank United Way Foundation Members and Directors: ➡️ JILL PETERSON BURNS, Co-Founder, Austin Cocktails (acquired by Constellation Brands) ➡️ Dennis Cail II, Co-Founder & CEO, Zirtue ➡️ Doug Parker, Co-Founder, Breaking Down Barriers; former Chairman & CEO, American Airlines
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JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisReady to dive into conversation with some incredible founders at Ladies Who Launch: Funded & Fearless, hosted by Sarah Friar and Kelly McGonigle Squier in Austin next Wednesday, October 15th. I’ll be moderating a panel and can’t wait to join this powerhouse group of women shaping what’s next! 🚀. #LadiesWhoLaunch #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #AustinEvents #FoundersJILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisAustin-based launchers, founders, and entrepreneurs... we're coming for ya! Our October 15th Funded & Fearless event is not one to miss. With speakers like the indomitable Amanda Bradford (Founder, The League), JILL PETERSON BURNS (Founder, Austin Cocktails), and Kim Roxie (Founder, LAMIK Beauty), you'll get to hear from local operators who have scaled their businesses to incredible heights. 🤩 On top of that we're including in-depth demos from the teams at Canva and OpenAI so that you'll have the inside scoop on how best to use the biggest AI-powered tools from the people who build them. And we'll have local funders in the room to give you their insights on how to get the cash flow you need to scale. As always, our event is FREE to attend but space is limited. RSVP now to claim your seat: https://lnkd.in/gEVvXpuq Not in Austin? We're sad to miss you, and look forward to seeing you at a LWL event in the near future! 🩵🚀
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JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisStill trying to wrap my head around the fact that Conor Burns has officially graduated from UVA. He showed up in Charlottesville eager to learn—he found his stride, his people, and a real passion for healthcare and business. UVA challenged him in all the right ways, from tough classes to opportunities that helped him step into leadership and mentorship roles-- as a TA he helped support the academic experience of 2900 students! Now he’s heading to Los Angeles to start his next chapter in healthcare private equity. We’re so proud of the person he’s become—and so grateful to UVA for helping shape him. #UVA #McIntire #HealthcareBusinessJILL PETERSON BURNS shared this#Classof2025 Conor Burns didn't end up in medicine—but his heart never left #healthcare. Originally from East London, he came to UVA and McIntire with a growing fascination for the #business behind better patient outcomes. Through leadership roles, supportive faculty relationships, and a pivotal internship at Enhanced Healthcare Partners, he found his path. Now, he's preparing to return full time as a Private Equity Analyst—ready to drive innovation where business meets care. #FoundationsOfOurFuture https://shorturl.at/f02fzClass of ’25: Conor Burns Is Healthcare Business BoundClass of ’25: Conor Burns Is Healthcare Business Bound
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JILL PETERSON BURNS reposted thisJILL PETERSON BURNS reposted thisWe’re celebrating National Margarita Day with Austin Cocktails’ flagship Bergamot Orange Margarita. Crafted by two Texas natives and sisters, Kelly & Jill, the brand offers full-strength, bar-quality cocktails prepared with natural ingredients and premium spirits. Like the city that inspired them, Austin Cocktails are creative, authentic, and full of natural flavor. Recording continued growth in margarita sales and outperforming the ready-to-drink (RTD) tequila seltzer segment by nearly 15%, the exceptional quality and consumer appeal of the brand are clear. Learn more: http://bit.ly/4b2OahP #WorthReachingFor
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JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisI'm thrilled to be joining @ladieswholaunch in Dallas next month onstage for an event designed specifically for women in business. I have the privilege of hosting the fireside chat with Susie Sarich, Founder of SusieCakes Bakery who will share insights from her fascinating entrepreneurial journey. She is authentic, creative and brilliant! Grab your seat at the eventbrite link below -- can't wait to see you there!JILL PETERSON BURNS shared this**Dallas Entrepreneurs, We’re Coming For Y'all!** Ladies Who Launch is hosting an incredible event just for you! On **October 21st** from **6:00 to 9:30 PM**, come join us for a fun and inspiring evening filled with networking, learning, and connecting with fellow women entrepreneurs in the Dallas area. Here’s what you can look forward to: 🤝 **Mix & Mingle** with amazing women in business 🎤 **Hear from Inspiring Speakers** who’ve been in your shoes 📓 **Engage & Learn** to level up your skills in AI, fundraising and resilience The best part? Thanks to our amazing sponsors, it's entirely free to attend! 🗓 **Date:** October 21, 2024 🕐 **Time:** 6:00 - 9:30 PM 📍 **Location:** Convene at Pegasus Park | Dallas Don’t wait—grab your tix here: https://lnkd.in/gmuppmb4 Sarah Friar Kelly McGonigle Squier Anna Collins Elena Gomez Frédérique Campagne Irwin Rosie Rios Lyda Hill Philanthropies René Graham Christina Hale JILL PETERSON BURNS Susan Sarich Bianca McGee, MSBA Margo Jordan Alison Harmon Margaret Black Nicole Small #LadiesWhoLaunch #DallasEntrepreneurs #NetworkingEvent #WomenSupportingWomenLadies Who Launch | Helping Women Entrepreneurs Grow and ThriveLadies Who Launch | Helping Women Entrepreneurs Grow and Thrive
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JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisUVA social pickleball team grows to over 700 members last year, in a huge upset, the 24 player tournament team wins nationals in Atlanta.....and secures 10 NIL deals! So proud of Conor and all these kids! If you weren't aware (I just learned this), more people play pickleball than golf and tennis combined!JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisCongratulations to the UVA Pickleball Club on winning the National Championship. So proud of UVA McIntire School of Commerce 4th year Conor Burns (COMM '25), former club president, who is now monetizing the club’s success as the recently named head of sponsorships and partnerships. Creating and capturing value is what we teach and what we do. #wahoowa #GoHoosUVA Pickleball Won a National Championship. Then the Club Turned Into a BusinessUVA Pickleball Won a National Championship. Then the Club Turned Into a Business
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JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisKelly and I shared our thoughts on entering the beverage category as outsiders and the magic that happened when we pushed ourselves outside our comfort zone. Thank you BevNET.com, Inc. and Ray Latif for having us on Taste Radio!JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisAustin Cocktails co-founders Kelly Peterson Gasink and JILL PETERSON BURNS spoke with Taste Radio how being okay with being uncomfortable and striving to expand their "luck surface area” helped them secure partnerships with Madison Square Garden and Constellation Brands, the latter of which led to an acquisition of their company, and how an unorthodox sampling strategy unlocked new retail and distribution opportunities. https://lnkd.in/getr7i29Expand Your ‘Luck Surface Area.’ It Helped Austin Cocktails Land Big-Time Partners.Expand Your ‘Luck Surface Area.’ It Helped Austin Cocktails Land Big-Time Partners.
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JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisThere are so many people who played a part in our journey and it has been the less obvious experiences and introductions that played key roles along the way. We are thankful that Constellation embraces innovation and is helping to fund more women owned companies.JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisPioneering sisters Jill Burns and Kelly Gasink founded Austin Cocktails in 2014 and the premium ready-to-drink craft cocktail company has seen rapid growth since. In a recent interview with Forbes, Kelly and Jill discussed the challenges they faced in their journey as female founders in a competitive industry and what they credit as being crucial to their success. Find out more about the dynamic duo behind this premium brand that was recently acquired by Constellation: https://lnkd.in/eYXBWTdEAn Interview With The Sisters Behind Austin Cocktails, One Of The Pioneers Of The Ready-To-Drink MarketAn Interview With The Sisters Behind Austin Cocktails, One Of The Pioneers Of The Ready-To-Drink Market
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JILL PETERSON BURNS shared thisWe learned the art of risk-taking in a very unconventional way from our parents. Thank you Hudson Lindenberger for taking the time to interview us and for including this gem in your article on the founding of Austin Cocktails!An Interview With The Sisters Behind Austin Cocktails, One Of The Pioneers Of The Ready-To-Drink MarketAn Interview With The Sisters Behind Austin Cocktails, One Of The Pioneers Of The Ready-To-Drink Market
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JILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisJILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisI'm so grateful. I joined 200+ incredible women at Canva in Austin (which has the most amazing female founder and philanthropist), brought together by Ladies Who Launch. Thank you to Sarah Friar and Kelly McGonigle Squier for starting an organization that really shows up for women founders. My 3 takeaways: 1) Having the support of fellow female founders matters. And face-to-face time really matters to me. 2) Pay it forward. While I'm still a small business learning, I am energized by supporting those just starting out, or even by being their first customer. 3) As a Ladies Who Launch grantee, we spent 6 weeks prior focused on incorporating AI into our business. Initially, I focused on how AI would give me more time for other parts of my business. Leaving this event, I'm reminded that AI can also give me more time to spend with people, not behind a computer. So here's to being re-energized and ready to take on the next business challenge with the support of other founders! Caty Kobe Burt Heather POPE Helen Yang Kate Harvey Abena Boamah-Acheampong Kemi Pavlocak Muna M. Meymuna Hussein-Cattan Cindy Belardo Nicole Cuervo Boundless Futures Foundation #LadiesWhoLaunch #FemaleFounders #AI
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JILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisJILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisWHEN A MAJOR RETAIL WIN BECOMES YOUR NEWEST COMPETITOR. Costco isn’t just selling functional beverage brands. It’s learning from them and competing, with the latest example being Kirkland Signature Hydration, a sugar-free electrolyte powder that enters territory largely built by Liquid I.V. Costco's Kirkland Signature 40-stick variety pack sells for around $20 in warehouses, or approximately $0.50 per serving. The formulation is also difficult to dismiss as a basic private-label imitation: 500 mg sodium, 400 mg potassium, 640 mg chloride, 40 mg magnesium, 100% daily value of vitamin C, Wellmune for immune support, and No sucralose or acesulfame potassium This follows Costco’s launch of Kirkland Signature Sparkling Energy earlier this year, which went directly into Celsius, AlaniNu and Positive Energy territory: 200 mg of caffeine, zero sugar, three flavors and 24 cans for $16.99, or about $0.71 per can. Different format. Same strategy. A branded company invests years and millions of dollars educating consumers, establishing a daily habit and proving that a category can generate meaningful retail velocity. Once that demand is clearly established, Costco can see what sells, how frequently members repurchase it and how much of the price is tied to the brand name allowing Kirkland to then introduce a well-formulated alternative directly in front of millions of loyal Costco members and remove one of the biggest barriers to trial: price. This isn’t a criticism of Costco. It’s an important reminder for every emerging CPG company. Winning placement at Costco can be a transformational milestone while also giving one of the world’s most capable private-label operators a front-row seat to your entire category. Being first isn’t enough and a formulation alone probably isn’t enough either. The strongest brands will need to combine great products with distinctive positioning, protected intellectual property, constant innovation, diversified distribution and a genuine emotional connection with consumers. Costco can recreate a format and undercut a price but they cant automatically recreate the reason consumers specifically ask for your brand by name. If your largest retail partner launched its own alternative at half the price tomorrow, would your customers remain loyal? That's one of the most important question functional beverage founders should be asking right now. #BeverageIndustry #CPG #Costco #PrivateLabel #FunctionalBeverages #BrandStrategy Independent industry commentary. Not sponsored by or affiliated with Costco, Kirkland Signature, Liquid I.V., or their respective owners. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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JILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisJILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisI am NEVER going to be the guy with the perfect 5 a.m. routine. Meditating, journaling, sun coming up, all of it. CrossFit, cold plunging, fasting, plant-based, sugar-free... I have tried every one of them and I have quit every one of them, usually somewhere around week three. What I actually do is way less impressive. I walk. I take calls on walks. I play with my kids. I get outside when there is a window, and sometimes there is no window... and that's just how the day goes! For years I thought this stuff was about how hard you could push. Grind harder, sleep less, wear it like a badge. Turns out your body is a lot harder to negotiate with than your calendar is. Travel shows up. Stress shows up. A late night? Oh, it definitely shows up. And the thing that actually got me was realizing how connected all of it is. Sleep affects patience. Stress affects decisions. Recovery affects how you lead. I am not letting a number run my life, but I am paying attention now in a way I never used to. Mindset too. What I put in my mind, who I spend time around. The stories we tell ourselves have a funny way of becoming the lives we actually live, and I think about that a lot. People ask me about health and recovery like I am supposed to say I reset in a cabin somewhere with no signal. I would last a few hours... MAYBE. By hour two I am off down some road trying to find a local to grab coffee with. That is not a reset for me. That is a punishment. 😂 😂 My reset is Abby and the kids. And music. Spending an hour in Hotel California with my music collection and my family makes me a different person, especially when there's a great concert on the calendar. Abby is really the one who leads our family on all of this. She is more experienced and more educated than anyone I know, and she has CHANGED my life, in every sense of the word. Thank you, D CEO, for the Fit to Lead feature in the September issue, which also ran alongside D Magazine's Healthcare Annual package. Jim Keyes, Taylor Shead and Drew Slone are ROCKSTARS, and all four of us said something completely different, which is the WHOLE point. Let's win. 🤘 https://lnkd.in/eW4iVPgH #RogersHealy #MorrisonSeger #DCEO #Dallas #LeadershipDallas Leaders Share Fitness Habits for High PerformanceDallas Leaders Share Fitness Habits for High Performance
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JILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisOur bourbon barrel aged honey sold out on preorder. A limited batch was set aside for corporate and event gifting, with custom labeling available. Your logo. Your message. A gift your clients will actually open, taste, and remember. From highly prized blossom honey, aged in bourbon barrels until it picks up oak, vanilla, and a little smoke combined with the natural marshmallow taste of meadowfoam honey. Small batch. Built for: ▪️ Client and partner holiday gifts ▪️ Employee appreciation ▪️ Conference and event takeaways ▪️ Board and executive gifting Only 50 jars left, minimum 10 per order. Reserve time for custom label order and printing for holiday delivery. Message me directly or email SAVAGE BEE-CHES®
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JILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisJILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisJessica Sullivan serves as our Executive Director + Advisory Circle Member at Boundless Futures. With 20+ years in financial services and a career dedicated to helping families protect wealth and build lasting legacies, Jessica brings deep expertise to our community. Her impact extends far beyond her work. She’s passionate about investing in her community, supporting future generations, and creating opportunities for others to thrive. From serving on nonprofit and economic development boards to being a mom of four, Jessica brings experience, perspective, and heart to everything she does. We’re proud to have her in the Boundless Futures community, helping champion the next generation of female founders. Want to meet the women behind our Advisory Circle? Learn more through here: https://lnkd.in/gHhNuTHJ
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JILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisJILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisI’m inspired by my friend Jennifer Sampson and her work as President and CEO of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, and I know she’ll excel in her next chapter. Jennifer and I were teammates at Arthur Andersen, where it was obvious from day one that she is bold, smart, and a special leader. We became great friends, and it’s been fun to follow her career over the years as she’s made an impact across the city. Congratulations, Jennifer, on your new role for the The Stephens Greth Foundation. We’re grateful for everything you’ve done for Dallas and our state.
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JILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisJILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisThings are starting to take shape here at Obsidian Manufacturing. We have our own linked in page now (Feel free to follow) https://lnkd.in/gWw-C7DZ And all four bottling lines are now operational. So I am looking forward to continuing to meet new copack and private label customers and continuing to grow. Thank you to our team at Linden Digital Marketing for help us tell our story and get things moving!
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JILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisJILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisAthletes First is proud to welcome Brandon James to the Athletes First Family. James joins Athletes First after 14 seasons with Spurs Sports & Entertainment, most recently as Senior Vice President of Strategic Growth and Deputy General Counsel. There he oversaw player and coach contracts, salary cap strategy and CBA matters, and helped lead the organization's strategic growth — including its expansion into Austin and international markets, and new business and partnerships. He previously spent four years with IMG's Talent Marketing Division, giving him experience on both the team and talent sides of the industry. A native of Atlanta, James is now based in Austin.
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JILL PETERSON BURNS liked thisJILL PETERSON BURNS liked this🗣️ Calling all women entrepreneurs and small business owners in (and around!) #Dublin! 🍀 🇮🇪 Tickets for our 12 October event are going fast, and you've absolutely got to be there. We're bringing together a room full of women who are building, growing and reimagining what’s possible in the Irish entrepreneurship & small business community to discuss critical topics like access to funding and building thoughtfully with AI. You'll hear from incredible women, including: - Eileen O'Mara, Vice Chair of Stripe - India Healy O Connor, Founder & CEO of Linda AI - Jayne Ronayne, Co-Founder & CEO of oac snacks - Katie Doran, CEO of Consello Ireland - Mary McKenna, MBE, Co-Founder of AwakenAngels - Dr. Patricia Scanlon, Founder of SoapBox Labs - Now AI Labs Curriculum Associates - Sarah Sexton, Co-Founder & COO of oac snacks - Stephanie Tran, GTM Lead at OpenAI - Victoria Finlay, Founder & CEO of The MenoPal And more! 🔥🚀 FUNDED & FEARLESS isn’t your usual business networking event. It’s an evening of genuine conversations about growth, access to funding and smarter ways to build, led by people who know the entrepreneurial journey first-hand in Ireland. So if you’re looking for a fresh perspective on your next stage of growth, meaningful connections beyond the usual small talk, and a heartfelt reminder that you’re not building alone, then take this as your sign to join us. And the best bit? It’s completely free to attend! (But RSVP is required so we know how much food to order! 😅) Register your seat today, and tag someone you're planning to bring with you: lwlglobal.org/dublin2026
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Dallas-based premium cocktail brand, Avenue 8 Cocktails, has expanded its Texas retail footprint by more than 350% since the end of 2025, growing beyond its initial Dallas-Fort Worth base into Houston, Austin and additional Texas markets. For founder Tiffany Jones, those numbers reflect something larger than the growth of a young brand. They point to a consumer whose expectations for alcohol are changing. “Consumers have become incredibly sophisticated about what they eat, what they put on their skin and the ingredients in the products they bring into their homes,” said Jones. “Alcohol shouldn’t be the exception. People are turning the can around, reading the label and asking better questions about what they’re drinking.” Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eEEHA9k8 #rtdcocktails #readytodrinkcocktails #cannedcocktails #alcoholindustry #spiritsindustry
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