RSVP DEADLINE: OCTOBER 15, 2025
A RECEPTION HONORING A VISIONARY LEADER
Please join us as we celebrate Michael (Mike) Grace, recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Regional Civic Engagement Leader Award, bestowed by the North Texas Commission.
This recognition highlights Mike’s decades of civic leadership, urban planning, and community impact across the Dallas–Fort Worth region.
TOAST AT 5:15 PM | COCKTAIL-STYLE HORS D’OEUVRES
ABOUT
MICHAEL “MIKE” GRACE.
Michael (Mike) Grace, AICP, MRCP, is the Director of Economic Development for the City of Forney, Texas. With more than 20 years of experience, Mike has led transformative work in economic development, civic engagement, and community planning.
He has served in leadership roles with organizations such as:
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The Dallas Assembly
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Greater Dallas Planning Council
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Dallas Institute of Humanities & Culture
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Trinity Coalition
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Community Housing Resource Partners
Mike’s dedication has earned him multiple awards, including the GDPC President’s Award and the Texas Trails & Active Transportation Conference Partnership Award.

HOSTED BY
EVENT VENUE
WINSOME PRIME
331 SINGLETON BLVD, DALLAS, TX 75212