Lynn McBee

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Leader who unites bright minds to develop sustainable solutions for societal challenges. Barrier dismantler. Poverty disruptor.

Yesterday was a proud day in the history of the Yo

Yesterday was a proud day in the history of the Young Women's Preparatory Network. @westerngovernorsu (WGU) presented @ywprep with the Elevate Award in recognition of our work in empowering young women with the leadership skills and academic preparation needed for lifelong success.

What’s so special about this honor is that it shows that YWPN’s approach to educating and empowering young women is recognized nationally for its innovative collaborative approach and track record.

YWPN was founded 23 years ago to support single-gender, college-preparatory public education. The approach was based on research that shows that graduates of all-girls schools perform better academically, have higher aspirations, and are more likely than those attending coeducational schools to impact their communities and consider careers in science, technology, engineering and math.

Since then we’ve grown to operate 11 schools in 10 Texas independent school districts. The results speak for themselves. YWPN students graduate college two-times the rate of the national average of low-income schools. Ninety-eight percent of our graduates attend college, and 51% are first generation college students. In 2024, our girls received $113 million in merit scholarships!

I can’t brag enough about our young women students and alumni who are having an outsized impact on transforming their lives, families, and communities. And thank you to WGU's Linda Battles and Mitsu Frazier for visiting @rangelywls and presenting the award! We’re proud to be counted among the distinguished recipients of the Elevate Award! 🙏

Thank you to the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas fo

Thank you to the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas for inviting me to speak at the inaugural Celebrating Community event! It was an incredible honor to join a room full of passionate, purpose-driven leaders who are committed to building a better future for girls across our region.

I’m always grateful for the opportunity to share the work we’re doing at the @ywprep and beyond—creating pathways for young women to lead, thrive, and break barriers. But more than anything, I left this event deeply inspired by the stories and voices of so many others who are rallying behind every girl in our community. Special thanks to @gsnetx CEO Jennifer Bartkowski, @iamxah and @4oakcliff, @dallasisd and Associate Superintendent Nancy Bernardino, and @virginhotelsdal for caring about women and girls!

From mentorship to advocacy to hands-on support, this event was a powerful reminder that when we come together around a shared mission, there’s no limit to what we can accomplish. Here’s to continuing this work—together.

Fantastic update on the Dallas Police Academy at @

Fantastic update on the Dallas Police Academy at @untdallas!! Congrats to City Manager Kim Bizor Tolbert and Senator Royce West who brought Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick back into the planning process and reaffirmed the state’s confidence in and support of the DPD Law Endorsement Training Center.

This is what it looks like when visionary civic leaders and community partners work together to carry impactful city projects through to completion. Proud to be collaborating with UNT Dallas Interim President Warren von Eschenback, Kim, Royce, Interim Dallas Police Chief Michael Igo, Wayne White with the @communitiesfoundationoftexas, Mayor Pro Tem @tennell_atkins and Chief Dominique Artis - and now with strong support from Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick!

The Police Academy will leave a lasting legacy for @dallascityhall and help shape a future city renowned for safe neighborhoods.

I was deeply honored to receive a President’s Aw

I was deeply honored to receive a President’s Award at the @oakcliffchamber's annual Spotlighting The Cliff: The Vision and Purpose award event at the iconic @kesslertheater. It’s always inspiring to celebrate the incredible leaders and organizations making a difference in our community.

A special thanks to @kiyundrajones, IOM Jones for her leadership and to State Rep. @ventonjonestx for coming up from Austin to serve as our emcee.

Congratulations to fellow award winners @chadwestdallas, Zarin Gracey @d3forward, cretana with @childrens, @jbjmanagement, Roland Parrish, Amanda Moreno-Lake @c_k_capital , @curtiscorbins, @harryblairafonte, and so many other amazing winners for your dedication and impact!

Also, a shoutout to @augustmax, @maxiejohnsondistrict4, Michael Thompson, and @kerwinmedicalcenter for your continued contributions to our community.

#SpotlightingTheCliff #CommunityLeadership #OakCliff #Dallas

Last Friday morning, we celebrated the ribbon cutt

Last Friday morning, we celebrated the ribbon cutting of the Metrocare Elam Family Mental Health Clinic, a vital new resource serving children, teens, families, and adults in Dallas, Balch Springs, and Pleasant Grove. The new facility will go a long way in addressing a mental health service “desert”, particularly for children and adolescents, in this area of Dallas County.

Congratulations to @metrocaredallas Services for expanding access to quality healthcare in our community! And a special thank you to County Commissioner @theresamdaniel and Council Member @jaime.resendez for joining us in marking this important milestone.

Grateful for the leadership and support of Dr. John Burruss, Tate Ringer, @toninrose, @nathanfortexas, @sen.roycewest, and @aicha_davis in making this clinic a reality.

#CommunityHealth #MentalHealthMatters #Dallas #BalchSprings #PleasantGrove

What a night! A packed house at Union Station for

What a night! A packed house at Union Station for Connections – The 2025 Great Adventure Hunt benefiting @childcaregroup.

Huge thanks to my amazing co-chair @calvertcollinsbratton and to all our incredible friends, sponsors, and teams who made this event such a success! @unionstationdallas proved the perfect setting for what is always one of the most fun fundraisers of the year.

Big congratulations to the rookie team from @KPMG for out-sleuthing all the Adventure Hunt vets and taking home 1st place!

Very much enjoyed collaborating with the @northdal

Very much enjoyed collaborating with the @northdallaschamber on this month’s Dallas Breakfast Group meeting and getting to hear Mayor @johnsonfortexas share his vision for where our city stands at this critical juncture.

One of Dallas’ strengths is that we have so many committed civic groups who operate with a spirit of partnership and an understanding that we have a shared stake in helping Dallas thrive. Special shoutouts to North Dallas Chamber President and CEO Ken Malcolmson, Chief Operating Officer @jeffkitner, and Steve Sisneros and @southwestair for helping to make it happen.

Congrats and welcome to @thedallasassembly Class o

Congrats and welcome to @thedallasassembly Class of 2025! Very much looking forward to strengthening our relationships, discussing the ideas and issues at the heart of our city’s future, and finding ways to collaborate on helping our city grow and prosper!
@jarmstrongiii @mcastromikoy @clarkejoanna @jharrowerdiaz @gerstg @puglifedallas @voteadammedrano @moiseden @eruth_ruhl @kitsawers @andrewfordallas @sarahfordisd

Congratulations to Kimberly Bizor Tolbert, City of

Congratulations to Kimberly Bizor Tolbert, City of Dallas' new City Manager! Kim’s strong leadership and clear vision during her time as Interim City Manager have been inspiring. I've had the privilege of working alongside her on addressing homelessness, and her support for the new law enforcement training center @untdallas demonstrates her commitment to building a stronger, safer Dallas.

After months of uncertainty, it's encouraging to see an able leader in one of our city’s most critical roles. Now is the time for all of Dallas’ elected and appointed officials to unite and chart the next exciting chapter in our city’s promising story!

Really wish we were getting ready to watch the #Lo

Really wish we were getting ready to watch the #Longhorns play in the National Championship game this evening - still reeling from last week’s tough loss!

But thanks to my friends on the Cotton Bowl Board of Directors whose energy, camaraderie, and excitement made the 89th Goodyear @cottonbowl Classic an unforgettable experience. Congratulations to Chair Kelvin Walker for leading such an incredible event and to everyone who made this iconic tradition a success. Already looking forward to next year!

Thinking back on the incredible evening we had hon

Thinking back on the incredible evening we had honoring African American Museum retiring CEO Dr. Harry Robinson! Congrats to @honhelengiddings and everyone who helped make the 50th Anniversary Founders Ball such a tremendous success. @sen.roycewest @nathanfortexas @tennell_atkins @mrbryanlcarter @velettalill

It was an honor to deliver the commencement addres

It was an honor to deliver the commencement address at UNT Dallas and celebrate the 360 graduates and future leaders in our region’s business, education, health and human services sectors. Thank you to @UNTDallas President Warren von Eschenbach and @sen.roycewest, a stalwart champion of the university’s incredible work.

There’s nothing quite like seeing the Dallas com

There’s nothing quite like seeing the Dallas community come together to support Christmas in the Park — Dallas’ largest holiday charity event — to put you in the spirit of the season. Since it was founded in 1998, the S.M. Wright Foundation’s @fairparkdallas donation drive has grown to serve more than 4,000 families who need a little help filling the holiday season with the generosity we all cherish this time of year.

I enjoyed catching up with S.M. Wright II and foundation chair Cullum Clark @jhcclark, as well as all the exuberant children who turned out with their parents – not to mention Chewbacca! Please consider supporting this amazing annual event which spreads so much joy through our community.

A big thank you to Sixth Street for elevating the

A big thank you to Sixth Street for elevating the conversation around college and career readiness and inviting me to moderate this fantastic panel!

It was an honor to join @dallasisdsupt Dr. Stephanie Elizalde; @jhcclark, Director of the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative; and @jhlonon, Chancellor of @dallascollegetx

The takeaway? Dallas has the resources and partners who can help the next generation thrive in college and their careers, but success depends on strengthening collaborations between our educational, civic, and business communities.

We’re lucky to have leaders like Stephanie, Cullum, and Justin who truly understand our shared responsibility in fostering educational excellence for young people across Texas!

Big congrats to @joshuakingart, @shanepenningtonar

Big congrats to @joshuakingart, @shanepenningtonart, and @velettalill for bringing @dallasaurora back with a bang! It’s so inspiring and exhilarating to see how these artists can transform our experience of Dallas, helping us see our city and its landmarks in a new light - literally! Thank you all for your tireless efforts over the years to elevate Dallas culture and your commitment to building community through art.

Deeply honored to be recognized by the @allstarspr

Deeply honored to be recognized by the @allstarsprojectinc, especially alongside inspiring leaders @byronksanders and Taylor Bowen. ASP's commitment to transforming young lives through the power of performance is nothing short of incredible. Thank you for the work you do in bridging racial, economic, and social divides—and for an unforgettable evening celebrating growth and opportunity for our youth! #CommunityBuilding #YouthEmpowerment

Thank you to Interim City Manager @kween_bee1968,

Thank you to Interim City Manager @kween_bee1968, Former Mayor Tom Leppert and everyone who attended our most recent Dallas Breakfast Group. Their insightful conversation helped shed light at what is at stake — and what is possible — for Dallas at a time of leadership transition and as we head towards the November election.

We hope you can join us for our next meeting on October 31, when we’ll be examining the charter amendments on the November ballot. Click the link in my bio to learn how to join.

What a morning yesterday @pegasusparkdallas! Congr

What a morning yesterday @pegasusparkdallas! Congratulations to Lyda Hill Philanthropies, @jsmallinvestments, and Montgomery Street Partners on the launch of Bridge Labs – 135,000 square feet of cutting-edge R&D space, propelling the biotech industry forward here in North Texas!

The Pegasus Park campus is already home to amazing talent and innovators, and now, with Bridge Labs, we’re opening even more doors for the future of life sciences. Great seeing Mayor Pro Tem @tennell_atkins, Council Member @voteomarnarvaez, Interim City Manager @kween_bee1968 and House Member @ventonjonestx supporting this exciting milestone.

Here’s to more job creation, growth, and groundbreaking discoveries!

#Biotech #DallasInnovation #LifeSciences #PegasusPark #EconomicDevelopment

Big thank you to @moiseden with @dallasnews, @meag

What an incredible morning celebrating the ribbon

What an incredible morning celebrating the ribbon cutting of Oak Lawn Place, the first affordable senior housing complex in Dallas developed specifically for the LGBTQIA+ community! Congratulations to the @myresourcectr which has worked so long and hard to make this facility become a reality. How critical is this kind of community focused housing to our city? All but 12 of the 84 units are already filled! #lovewins

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