About the Forum
The Cowtown Business Forum will focus on showcasing private capital across North Texas and where its going. This exclusive forum brings together business leaders, investors, advisors, and executives for an afternoon of insight, strategy, and connection.
Attendees will explore key trends driving deal flow, the shifting landscape of capital access, and the new trends and challenges facing business leaders in 2026.
Join the region’s business leaders for a candid discussion on where opportunities are emerging — and how to position your firm for the next wave of growth.
Forum Details
Nov 13th, 2026
2pm-6pm
Fort Worth Club
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Sponsors
JSM Partners
Attendees & Speakers
Join a curated group of capital, executives, and advisory leaders examining Fort Worth’s business community and where private equity is going.
Build New Relationships
A platform for relationship-building, sponsor positioning, strategic introductions, panel participation, private conversations, and insight capture around DFW’s most consequential growth constraints.
Speakers
Cliff Sentell
Partner
Cypress Growth Capital
Rob Hydeman
President
Quasar Capital
Ryan Richard
SVP – Dallas & Houston
US Capital Global
Gillian Sutton Cho
Managing Partner
Emerald Crest Capital
Fraser Desmond
Principal
Insight Equity
Dustin Logan
Investor
Eagle Venture Studio
Mark Sinatra
Co-Founder
ETA Equity
James Wang
Founder
Mimosa Ventures
Willing Ryan
President & Chief Investment Officer
RWR Investments
Agenda
*subject to change
- 2:00pm-2:30pm Check-In and networking
- 2:30pm-3:15pm Panel 1
- 3:15pm-3:45pm Break/Networking
- 3:45pm-4:30pm Panel 2
- 4:30pm-6:00pm Networking/Event End
You can explore more insights below.
The Future of M&A and Middle Market Banking: Insights from Amanda Foyt of Comerica Bank
M&A is thriving, especially in Texas, with a focus on add-on acquisitions, strong financing trends,…
The State of M&A in 2025: Insights from Oliver Cone of Bulkley Capital
The M&A landscape is cautiously optimistic in 2025, led by Texas’ strong market conditions, improved…
The Future of M&A in 2025: Insights from Greg Hext of Hext Financial Group
The M&A landscape is evolving in 2025, driven by baby boomer exits, stabilizing interest rates,…
For inquiries, contact
James Sackey
james@jamessackey.marketing
