Aug 23, 2024

Industry veteran Scott Gutz will join Onyx CenterSource, a Dallas-based global provider of B2B payments and business intelligence solutions to the hospitality industry, as its president and CEO, effective Sept. 16. Scott Gutz Gutz will assume the role from Onyx’s longtime leader Mark Dubrow, who has decided to retire and focus on his board responsibilities, effective Sept. 30. Before his most recent role as CEO of Monster Worldwide, Gutz held top leadership posts at Amadeus IT Group for 17 years, including as president and CEO of Amadeus North America. “Scott’s global experience with B2B outsourced technology solutions, travel and hospitality services, and business transformation make him the right fit to lead the next chapter in Onyx’s journey,” Hayden Jones, co-founder of FitzWalter Capital and Onyx board member, said in a statement. “Scott is deeply invested in developing client relationships, expanding Onyx’s footprint and investing in Onyx’s payment and service capabilities, which were critical factors in selecting the company’s next leader.” Gutz said he’s looking forward to returning to the travel industry. “Onyx operates at the intersection of key industry players and performs a vital function to the travel industry,” he said. “I’m excited to bring my unique background, combining the lenses I’ve gained from my recent consumer-focused experience with a foundation in travel and hospitality technology, to strengthen the pivotal role Onyx plays in hospitality and fuel the company’s next stage of growth.” ‘Excited to pass the torch’ With more than 40 years in the hospitality and travel industry, Dubrow retires from Onyx after establishing it as a standalone business in 2013. He has successfully led Onyx from its inception into a global leader in the B2B payments and business intelligence space. The company has experienced significant growth and product expansion during his tenure. “Mark has led Onyx through unprecedented change and transformation throughout his long tenure,” Jones said. “As he transitions his time to the board, Mark leaves Onyx strongly positioned to support its clients to help achieve their goals and objectives.” Dubrow and Gutz will partner to ensure a smooth transition for Onyx’s employees, clients and partners, the company said. “I couldn’t be more thrilled that Scott will lead the next chapter of this company I care so deeply about,” Dubrow said. “I’m filled with a profound sense of gratitude, as it’s been a privilege to have led Onyx for more than a decade. I’m excited to pass the torch to Scott and will remain steadfast in my commitment to the company going forward.” Created in 2013, Onyx facilitates more than $2 billion in payments annually, partnering with more than 150,000 hotel properties and 200,000 travel booking providers in 160 countries. Onyx CenterSource has regional hubs in Seville, Spain; Tønsberg, Norway; Manila, Philippines; and Mexico City, Mexico. Get on the list. Dallas Innovates, every day. Sign up to keep your eye on what’s new and next in Dallas-Fort Worth, every day. One quick signup, and you’re done. Dallas Innovates, every day. Sign up to keep your eye on what’s new and next in Dallas-Fort Worth, every day. One quick signup, and you’re done. The Dallas Public Library's J. Erik Jonsson Central Library in downtown Dallas—one of America's largest—was built in 1982 across from Dallas City Hall, and many agree it could use an overhaul. That especially includes library officials and consultants they brought in for a report on the building's future, among other needed investments in the city's library system. As an entrepreneur, you’re driven by passion, innovation, and the thrill of building something from the ground up. Exiting a business is a significant milestone that every business owner will eventually face, yet many entrepreneurs overlook the importance of strategic exit planning until it's too late. Whether you're looking to retire, pursue new opportunities, or simply move on, having a well-thought-out exit strategy is essential for maximizing value and ensuring a smooth transition for all stakeholders involved.