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Roland Parrish a true servant leader

By Cheryl Smith
Texas Metro News
Reprinted – by Texas Metro News

Roland Parrish, who owns more than two dozen McDonald’s franchise restaurants, poses for a photo in front of one of his restaurants on Preston Road, Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024, in Dallas. Chitose Suzuki / Dallas Morning News Staff Photographer

Family, friends, employees, and supporters traveled from near and far to celebrate the 2024 Linz honoree, businessman Roland Parrish. During an emotional program that featured a video and remarks from many who benefited from his benevolence, attendees learned more. Parrish, who was praised for his wonderful life of academic excellence, entrepreneurship, community service, philanthropy, and solid spiritual foundation. He was the 95th recipient of this award, nominated by the Hon. Eddie Bernice Johnson, who unfortunately transitioned on December 31, 2023. The two had a mutual respect for one another. A highlight of the event was a fireside chat with the multi-talented Lady Jade; where at one point Mr. Parrish became emotional as he shared stories about his upbringing and the men in life who helped shape him into the man he is.

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