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title: "Starting strong: how to land your first paid advisory role - Dallas"
date: 2026-02-16T20:38:00+00:00
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Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center, Drive G, Richardson, TX, USA

 10th March 2026 6:00pm to 9:00pm CST 

 

 

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 ## Texas’ business ecosystem is scaling rapidly - and with it, demand for experienced operators who can provide focused, strategic input at the right moment. In Dallas, fractional leadership is emerging as a practical, high-impact solution for both founders and executives seeking flexibility.

### This session explores how leaders in the region are building paid advisory roles, leveraging local networks, and turning early engagements into sustainable portfolio careers.

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