Leadership moves in Texas run on executive appointments, official hires and board-level changes, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting focuses on the professional transitions that shape the direction of organizations across the state.
Fort Worth philanthropist Rienke Radler was named to the Texas Woman's University Board of Regents last month.
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November 5, 2026
Hinojosa Names Three to Texas Transition TeamGovernor-elect Gina Hinojosa has appointed Ernest Bailes, Ryan Pollock, and Joe Madden to help prepare for her administration.
October 28, 2026
Abbott Appoints New State Securities Board MembersGovernor Greg Abbott has named Glenn MacTaggart and Paula Ann Miller to oversee securities regulation in Texas.
October 27, 2026
PanTeXas Deterrence Names Emily Hunt CTOThe Pantex management contractor appointed an alumna of Texas Tech University to the newly created role.
October 27, 2026
Abbott Appoints Todd Wetsel to Veterans CommissionGovernor Greg Abbott has named Todd Wetsel to serve on the Texas Veterans Commission.
October 22, 2026
Texas Court Approves Linqto Bankruptcy Trustee ChangeThe bankruptcy court has appointed BW Asset Management Ltd. to serve as the new liquidating trustee for Linqto Texas LLC.
October 20, 2026
Abbott Appoints Members to Pension Review BoardGovernor Greg Abbott has appointed Keith Brainard and Karen Smith to serve on the state's pension oversight panel.
October 13, 2026
Bill Cork Will Lead Texas Economic Development CouncilThe veteran leader will take over the Texas business organization beginning on November 1, 2026.
October 12, 2026
Texas Monthly Hired Founding Editor William Broyles Jr.The veteran journalist and screenwriter has returned to the Texas magazine in the role of editor at large.
October 7, 2026
Northwest Texas Diocese Named Bishop NomineesFour candidates have been selected to succeed Bishop Scott Mayer in the Diocese of Northwest Texas.
October 2, 2026
Cantey Hanger Added Three New AssociatesThe law firm has expanded its team with three new associates across its Texas locations.
Reporting here centers on executive transitions, board appointments, leadership restructures and the hiring of senior professionals. Coverage reaches from the capital to the rural counties where key decision-makers operate. The state economy relies on sectors like energy and technology, which often dictate how frequently and how quickly executive roles rotate. Leadership changes in higher education and large private institutions emerge as frequently as corporate staffing news.
