Our Mission:
Connect.
Inspire. Act.
Dallas Influencers in Sports and Entertainment (DISE) connects and develops the rising generation of industry leaders to fuel bold social change.
What We Do
DISE provides young professionals in the Dallas sports and entertainment industry with unique professional development opportunities, cultivates meaningful experiences and relationships, and encourages a community focus that gives back through its mission of focusing on the health and education of children via its nonprofit arm, the Heart of Dallas Foundation.
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Our Impact
Since 2014, DISE has served more than 1,000 people through member volunteer activities. DISE has contributed more than $1,000,000 to local nonprofit organizations, recruited more than 300 members, and hosted dozens of unique professional development events. At our annual Fast Pitch event, we have recognized Nancy Lieberman, DeMarcus Lawrence, Troy Aikman, Clayton Kershaw, Pat and Emmitt Smith, Jamie Benn, and Dirk Nowitzki for their community excellence.
300+
DFW industry professionals
DISE is proud to provide support to local professionals in the sports and entertainment industry through networking opportunities and professional development events.
4+
annual networking events
Whether it's a happy hour, an industry discussion panel , or a volunteering opportunity, members of DISE are able to connect with their peers and make a visible impact on our community.
$1M
to local nonprofits
Through the generous support of sponsors, we have been able to contribute more than a million dollars to 45 North Texas nonprofits through 500+ grant applications.
“[Fast Pitch] is a terrific event that helps shed light on what local nonprofits do for the city of Dallas. Being in sports allows us to give back in ways that many cannot. It was an honor to be the first recipient of the Community Excellence Award.”
- Dirk Nowitzki
Fast Pitch - 2015-2017 Recap Video
“As an organization, Heart of Dallas has advanced the work and the brand of CitySquare over the past two years. Heart of Dallas’ focus on the most needy persons in our city and its vital concern for supporting our community’s 'first responders' falls right into line with the values and the mission we pursue here at CitySquare. We feel very fortunate and extremely honored to be working with Heart of Dallas in a continuing partnership!”
– Larry James, CitySquare, President/CEO
Get Involved
Become a member of DISE and connect with industry peers in a meaningful way while positively impacting the Dallas community through volunteer and philanthropy opportunities.
Pay member dues
Dues are $50, paid annually. Pay online at the link below.
Contact us
Reach out to get more information about becoming a member.
Attend events
Come out to one of our networking or philanthropy events to learn more about DISE.