Celebrating innovation, craftsmanship, and community as a 2025 “Empowering the Heart of Texas” winner.
From Our Studio to the Stadium: Bentley + Lace Celebrates a Grand Prize Win with the Dallas Cowboys and Lenovo
This amazing initiative, powered by Lenovo’s Evolve Small Business Program, celebrates entrepreneurs who are making an impact in their communities. Ten small businesses across the region were chosen as finalists, and each was awarded a Lenovo Tech Grant Package—including brand-new laptops, business-boosting technology, and recognition from both the Dallas Cowboys and Lenovo.
Honored by the Dallas Cowboys and Lenovo as the 2025 “Empowering the Heart of Texas” Grand Prize Winner for creativity, craftsmanship, and community impact.
We’re thrilled to share that Bentley + Lace has been named the Grand Prize Winner in the 2025 “Empowering the Heart of Texas” Small Business Program, presented by the Dallas Cowboys and Lenovo.
This incredible recognition celebrates Texas entrepreneurs who lead with innovation, creativity, and heart — and we are beyond honored to represent the couture and creative photography community in such a meaningful way.
I had the incredible opportunity to meet with the Dallas Cowboys and Lenovo teams — including NFL Hall of Fame legend Drew Pearson. They visited my studio and surprised me with $5,000 worth of brand-new technology to help elevate my business. The generous tech bundle included a desktop, laptop, tablet, headset, Chromebox, and accessories — tools that will be absolute game-changers for streamlining our creative and operational workflows.
As if the experience couldn’t get any better, just before kickoff, the finalists’ videos lit up the Jumbotron for the entire stadium to see. Standing on the field as the crowd cheered was truly surreal — a moment that will stay with me forever.
Then came the most unforgettable highlight of all: Charlotte Jones, Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer of the Dallas Cowboys, personally announced Bentley + Lace as the Grand Prize Winner. Her warmth, grace, and genuine enthusiasm made the moment even more meaningful and emotional — a dream come true in every sense.
The Empowering the Heart of Texas program honors small businesses that embody innovation, resilience, and community — and Bentley + Lace is proud to represent Texas creativity on this inspiring stage.
This award celebrates every mom, photographer, and family who helped bring our designs — and dreams — to life.
A Heartfelt Thank You
To our community — our incredible photographers, families, ambassadors, and Dress Club members — this win belongs to you. Your love, trust, and loyalty have helped Bentley + Lace become a brand that represents not only couture craftsmanship but also creativity, courage, and community.
We can’t wait to bring even more magic your way in 2025 and beyond.
Here’s to big dreams, Texas heart, and couture moments that make history.
This award isn’t just about us. It’s about every mom who believed in our gowns, every photographer who trusted us to bring their creative vision to life, and every child who twirled in one of our designs with joy in their eyes.
We’ve always believed that couture is more than fashion — it’s a feeling. It’s the sparkle of confidence in front of a camera, the connection between art and storytelling, and the heartbeat of Texas creativity.
The Empowering the Heart of Texas program was created to recognize small businesses that embody innovation, resilience, and community impact. Out of hundreds of applicants across the state, Bentley + Lace was selected as a Grand Prize Winner, joining an inspiring lineup of Texas creators and entrepreneurs making a difference.
As part of this recognition, we’ll receive valuable technology, media exposure, and ongoing support from the Dallas Cowboys and Lenovo — resources that will help us continue to grow, design, and serve our amazing clients across the country.
- Discover our latest couture and rental gowns: Bentley + Lace Shop
- Learn more about Lenovo Evolve Small Business: Lenovo Small Business
- Explore the Dallas Cowboys Empowering the Heart of Texas Program: Dallas Cowboys Community
A win for us is a win for YOU—our photographers, moms, and families who inspire every gown we design. This is just the beginning of what’s next. Discover what’s next in our couture story or follow us on social for the magic ahead.