October 2025 – Pocket Athan

Bridging Academia and Industry: Kelcy Warren Recognized by SMU’s Maguire Energy Institute

Kelcy Warren, chairman and chief executive officer of Energy Transfer, was recently recognized by SMU Cox’s Maguire Energy Institute for his contributions to the energy sector and support for energy education. The honor highlights his long-standing role in shaping midstream energy infrastructure and underscores the growing relationship between industry leaders and academic institutions focused on…

H.I.G. Capital Positions Defense Technology Portfolio for Government Modernization Initiatives

H.I.G. Capital Positions Defense Technology Portfolio for Government Modernization Initiatives Government technology services and defense sector investments have gained prominence within H.I.G. Capital’s portfolio, with the firm developing companies serving federal agencies through digital transformation, telehealth platforms, and mission-critical IT infrastructure. The strategy capitalizes on government modernization spending and defense technology priorities driving procurement across…

Scaling With Purpose: Margarita Howard’s Leadership in HX5’s Global Expansion

Margarita Howard, HX5 has been central to the companys transformation from a regional firm into an international employer exceeding 1,000 staff, according to reporting by Market Business News. Under Margarita Howard’s stewardship, HX5 executed a disciplined growth strategy that balanced rapid hiring with systems investments to sustain service quality and client delivery. Industry observers…