Hance Taplin

Long-time friends Dallas Cowboys Dak Prescott and Jeremiah Jhass of 42ndWitness came together to create a one-of-a-kind design for this project.

A star on the rise in the NBA, Dwight’s as creative off the court as he is on it. His designs are fresh, raw, and bursting with creativity.

Kirta Carroll is president of Legends Global Merchandise, leading the company’s expansive merchandise business. Legends supports globally recognized brands and events with fully integrated vertical solutions across brick-and-mortar stores, pop-ups, e-commerce and in-venue experiences.

An absolute force of creativity, Temi depicts layers of his Nigerian culture with colors, patterns, dimensions and textures. More than art, he creates powerful experiences that move people and challenge standards of beauty.

According to USA Today, “Dude Perfect specializes in the impossible.” And they do it in style. Which is why they’re excited to help kids with limb differences get out there, reach their potential and express themselves in their own unique ways.

Jordan Rogers is a keynote speaker, creator and sports marketing consultant. He built a career in brand marketing with Nike after recovering from addiction and incarceration, and now works to empower people to serve others through their story.

A self-taught artist, Nic discovered graffiti in his adolescent years, becoming immersed in skateboard and street culture. Over time, his process found influence in the multi-layered surfaces of his surroundings.

Tramaine is a visual artist who uses photography, design, film and animation to bring his ideas to life in simple, powerful ways. His stunning work for artists like Leon Bridges explores minimalism with calculated production and intensive design.

Formed in 2000 by five high school friends who loved painting graffiti, Sour Grapes have carved out their own unmistakable style over the last two decades.

Pierce Simpson is a host, journalist, producer and director. The Texas native’s versatile skillset made him a fixture under the Complex Networks brand from 2016 to 2023. Pierce’s presence, authenticity and attention to detail have aided in his ability to conduct captivating interviews with some of the brightest stars across music, movies and sports.

Media personality, author and attorney, Rachel Lindsay is a voice of positivity, advocacy and change. Known for being the first African American Bachelorette, she’s no stranger to breaking barriers and helping others do the same.

Hance Taplin is Founder and Creative Lead of By Way of Dallas. His goal is to “connect both sides of 75” and rebrand Dallas through the lens of design and disruptive local collaboration. Past collaborations include Nike, Neiman Marcus, The Dallas Cowboys, D Magazine, Neighborhood Goods, Dallas Market Center and The Dallas Mavericks. BWOD has grown organically into a powerful voice in the Dallas creative community.