Dallas business leaders are stepping up to make local voting easier for their workforces. On the latest episode of Let’s Talk Local, Texas Security Bank founder, chairman and CEO Craig Scheef sat down with Metroplex Civic & Business Association (MCBA) CEO Julie Strum and host Sarah Zubiate Bennett to discuss why civic engagement belongs on a company’s agenda.
Why CEOs are championing voter participation
Scheef explained that his decision to join MCBA stemmed from a belief that a thriving community starts with informed citizens. “When employees understand how city council decisions affect public safety, city services, and the business climate, they’re more invested in the place they work,” he said. He added that encouraging voting is a practical way to strengthen families and neighborhoods, values that align with the community‑first mission of many Dallas firms.
MCBA’s concrete steps to help workers vote
Strum outlined MCBA’s plan to partner with local employers on three fronts: providing clear information about polling locations and hours, offering flexible scheduling on election days, and creating easy‑to‑use voter‑registration resources. The association will also host brief workshops at company sites to walk employees through the voting process and answer questions about ballot measures that directly impact the local economy.
Linking civic duty to a healthier business environment
Both Scheef and Strum emphasized that higher voter turnout can lead to more accountable local officials, which in turn creates a predictable regulatory environment for businesses. “When city leaders are elected by a broad cross‑section of the community, they’re more likely to make decisions that protect public safety, improve infrastructure, and support job growth,” Scheef noted.
Local impact and next steps
The Dallas Express has previously reported on MCBA’s efforts to engage employees in local elections, and this latest conversation signals a growing momentum among Dallas CEOs. Scheef encouraged other business owners to join the initiative, stating, “We have the resources and the reach to make voting accessible. It’s a simple way to give back to the community that supports our businesses.”
Listeners can watch the full episode by clicking the link provided by the Dallas Express. The discussion serves as a reminder that civic participation is not just a personal responsibility but also a strategic advantage for companies that value stability, safety, and prosperity for their employees and the neighborhoods they serve.
Original reporting: WBAP News/Talk (Dallas-Fort Worth) — read the source article.
