Groove Jones is proud to announce that CEO and Chief Creative Officer Dale Carman has been selected for inclusion in the 2026 edition of the Dallas 500, D CEO Magazine’s prestigious list honoring the most influential business leaders in North Texas.
Dale received the official notice from the D CEO editorial team confirming his place in the upcoming Dallas 500 publication. The message highlighted the significance of the recognition, noting that honorees represent the most impactful and respected executives shaping the region’s business landscape.
The Dallas 500 is D CEO’s signature annual publication and features in-depth profiles of leaders across more than 50 industry categories. Now in its 11th year, the 2026 edition showcases established, emerging, and behind-the-scenes executives who are driving the North Texas economy forward. Selections are made after extensive research and hundreds of personal interviews conducted by the publication’s editors. In addition to industry insights, the book offers readers a closer look at the human side of the region’s most powerful figures.
Dale is featured in the Technology and Innovators category. As the top executive of immersive media company Groove Jones, he has been at the forefront of developing award-winning experiences within the Apple Vision Pro headset for clients such as Amgen and Pfizer. He also noted that the team is pioneering spatial audio experiences and has invested in the new Apple co-designed URSA Cine Immersive camera.
As part of the honor, Carman has been invited to attend the exclusive Dallas 500 celebration that took place on November 13 at Union Station. The annual gathering brings together leaders from across the region for an evening recognizing their contributions to the business community.
Groove Jones congratulates Dale Carman on this well-deserved recognition and celebrates his continued leadership, vision, and commitment to innovation in North Texas and beyond.
Learn more about the Dallas 500 Most Powerful Business Leaders for 2026.