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Fort Worth-Tarrant County Innovation Partnership names new leader
By Bob Francis at Fort Worth Report
· June 22, 2026
· 3 min read
The economic development and innovation group in charge of creating industry partnerships with Texas A&M-Fort Worth has a new leader. Cameron Cushman, former assistant vice president of innovation ecosystems at UNT Health Fort Worth, replaced Darryl Heath as executive director of the Fort Worth-Tarr
Key takeaway Now, with the first Texas A&M building opening in time for fall 2026 classes, it was time for the organization to begin finalizing those partnerships, he said.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The new leadership at the Fort Worth-Tarrant County Innovation Partnership comes at a critical time for the city, as Texas A&M's Fort Worth expansion takes shape. With the Law and Education Building set to open in fall 2026 and the Research and Innovation Building in the works, the partnership's efforts to develop innovation hubs will be crucial in fostering collaboration between the university, local industries, and startups. The focus on key sectors such as aerospace, healthcare, and workforce development has the potential to drive economic growth and create new opportunities in the region. As the partnership moves forward under Cameron Cushman's leadership, it will be important to watch how these initiatives intersect with existing city and county initiatives, particularly in areas like workforce development and emergency management. The involvement of major companies like Lockheed Martin Aeronautics and Alcon also raises questions about how the partnership will balance the needs of established industries with those of emerging startups and researchers.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The economic development and innovation group in charge of creating industry partnerships with Texas A&M-Fort Worth has a new leader. Cameron Cushman, former assistant vice president of innovation ecosystems at UNT Health Fort Worth, replaced Darryl Heath as executive director of the Fort Worth-Tarr
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