Shining a Light on Nadim Ahmed and Venture X on Gone to Texas Podcast
Every now and then, a business story rises above square footage and spreadsheets.
It becomes a story about people.
That's exactly why Nadim Ahmed, owner of Venture X in Allen Fairview, was recently featured on the Gone to Texas Podcast during the Metroplex regional spotlight in the Texas 12 series.
This wasn't about office space.
It was about building something that helps others realize their dreams.
A Space Designed for More Than Work
Venture X isn't just a coworking location tucked inside a fast-growing region of North Texas. It's a hub. A gathering place. A launchpad for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and growing teams who need more than just a desk.
Under Nadim's leadership, the space reflects a bigger idea: work should feel purposeful. It should connect people. It should create an opportunity.
That mindset is what sets Venture X Allen Fairview apart in a Metroplex filled with options.
Why the Texas 12 Series Featured This Story
The Metroplex is one of the most dynamic economic engines in the country. Businesses relocate here every year. Founders move their companies here to attract talent, foster freedom, and create room to grow.
But growth without community feels hollow.
Featuring Nadim during the Metroplex spotlight was about highlighting the human side of that growth. It's about showing that when businesses come to North Texas, they don't just find infrastructure. They find places like Venture X — environments designed to foster collaboration and belonging.
This episode, titled "Building Community and Business Success," explores how local leadership drives regional momentum.
You can listen to the full episode here:
https://www.gonetotexaspodcast.com/building-community-and-business-success/
Why This Matters Close to Home
When a local business leader is featured on a statewide platform like Gone to Texas, it reflects something bigger than one company.
It shows that our community produces leaders who think beyond themselves.
It shows that economic growth here is personal.
It shows that when someone invests in people first, the ripple effect reaches far beyond their own walls.
A Neighborly Close
Stories like Nadim's remind us that strong communities don't happen by accident. They're built — intentionally — by people who care.
If you've ever wondered what thoughtful leadership looks like in action, this spotlight is worth your time.
Because when local leaders step up, the whole region moves forward.
Podcast Host
"Super" Dave Quinn, CEcD, as he is known around the country, is a seasoned Certified Economic Development Professional, delivering a range of consulting, training, and coaching services for Economic Development Agencies and their executives.
He is a professional speaker, podcast host, and economic development coach, inspiring others to take ownership of their lives and positively impact the world by sharing their God-given talents and abilities. He travels the country encouraging audiences to pursue their purpose and live their personal best. He coaches
Dave is the founder of Day One Experts, a collection of the country's best-known Public-Private interaction specialists. Day One Experts offers fractional and interim economic and community development services for communities around the country. Dave is currently serving as Interim Economic Manager for the Town of Fairview.
Dave also founded the Texas Economic Development Connection in 2020 to help reduce the cost and stress business owners face when relocating or expanding into Texas. By connecting business owners with professional economic developers from across the state, the TexasEDConnecton gives business owners access to the resources needed to help minimize the impact on their bottom line when expanding or relocating their business.
Before leaping into entrepreneurship, Dave served as Vice President of Frisco Economic Development Corp. in Frisco, TX. He helped lead a team of highly skilled economic developers in one of the nation's fastest-growing cities. D…
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