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Press Release: Mespace Launches the First Modern Workstation Designed for Neurodiverse Professionals

The new company under Hollman Inc. manufactures modern, adaptive workstations to give organizations a competitive edge by unlocking the potential of neurodiverse professionals and enabling enhanced productivity across the workplace.

DALLAS, Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hollman Inc., an industry leader in locker design and solutions, announced today the launch of its new company, MeSpace. MeSpace manufactures the first-of-its-kind, adaptive workstations designed specifically for neurodiverse professionals. The neuroinclusive workstations provide individuals with control over their environment and the ability to customize a safe and secure workspace that meets their unique sensory needs.

MeSpace founder Travis Hollman talks about designing a workspace for the neurodiverse based on his personal journey.

“We’re on a journey to unlock the potential of neurodiverse individuals and boost productivity and innovation for the entire workforce,” said Travis Hollman, Founder and CEO of MeSpace. “Today, about 20% of the workforce is neurodiverse, and studies show a strong increase in the diagnosis for younger generations, with over 50% of Gen Z identifying as neurodiverse and an even greater percentage of Gen Alpha. This next generation of neurodiverse workers are innovative thinkers who excel at complex problem-solving – these are the exact skills demanded by companies as AI increasingly replaces many repetitive office tasks. If given the right environment, I firmly believe neurodiverse people will change the world, and that’s why we launched MeSpace.”

MeSpace was inspired by both the personal and professional experiences of founder Travis Hollman. As the father of a neurodiverse son, and as a neurodiverse entrepreneur and leader himself, Hollman is leveraging his unique background leading the world’s largest manufacturer of locker solutions to create MeSpace to ensure people like him can succeed. MeSpace marks the next major entrepreneurial venture for Hollman with other successful launches that include the Marshmallow Fun Company, the creation of the first relaxation beverage, Vacation in a Bottle, and the launch of MTV’s critically acclaimed show Bully Beatdown where he served as co-executive producer.

“Today, employees are largely forced to adjust to sterile, standardized workplace environments, but MeSpace has designed an innovative workstation that enables individuals to tailor their environment to fit their unique needs,” said Kay Sargent, a workplace design leader for HOK and neuroinclusive consultant. “By creating the Swiss Army Knife of the office, solutions like MeSpace not only benefit those with extreme sensory challenges, but they also benefit the mean. Today, we are all impacted by noise, clutter, smells. Companies around the world have been looking for a solution that not only supports neuroinclusivity, but fuels performance for everyone.”

MeSpace allows users to create their ideal work environment through user-centric customization, which includes biophilic elements, on-demand acoustic and visual privacy, adjustable height desk, tailored lighting, varied texture surfaces, and more.

Hollman concluded: “With neurodiverse unemployment rates of about 40%, a customizable working environment is often the major difference between them succeeding or not. MeSpace is the first company to create an environment specifically designed for the neurodiverse, and we’re excited about the momentum we’re seeing as leading companies look to leverage our workstations to help their employees succeed.”

About MeSpace
MeSpace is a workspace design company that manufactures modern, customizable workstations to give organizations a competitive edge by enabling productivity and human potential. Created by CEO Travis Hollman, MeSpace was inspired by his personal struggles with dyslexia and his extensive experience in manufacturing and design. With a mission to help people like him succeed, MeSpace is a first-of-its-kind product developed by a neurodiverse leader for neurodiverse employees. MeSpace is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hollman, Inc. based in Dallas, Texas.

Learn more at www.mespacedesigns.com and follow the company on LinkedIn.

About Hollman Inc.
Hollman, Inc. is the industry leader in locker design and solutions. We have manufactured more than ten million lockers for high-profile organizations, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, major American golf courses, corporate centers, country clubs, fitness studios and gyms, college campuses, museums, and hospitals. Hollman lockers are built to inspire teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and trust among those who use them.

Learn more at Hollman.com and follow the company on LinkedIn.

[Press Release] The Family Place Announces Brooke Shields As Featured Speaker for the 27th Annual Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon

Lindsay Jacaman and Holly Krug to serve as chairs of September 29 fundraiser, with honorary chairs Stephanie and Travis Hollman

DALLAS, TEXAS (June 1, 2023) –The Family Place – Texas’ largest family violence service agency now in its 45th year – announces actress, model and author Brooke Shields as the featured speaker for the 2023 Trailblazer Awards Luncheon on Friday, September 29, at the Hilton Anatole.

In addition to Shields as keynote speaker, event leadership includes Lindsay Jacaman and Holly Krug as luncheon co-chairs, and Stephanie and Travis Hollman as honorary chairs.

Jacaman, a global client director for LinkedIn, and Krug, a global real estate advisor at Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International, are passionate supporters of Dallas’ non-profit community, including The Family Place, where they both serve as members of its board of directors.

Dedicated to philanthropy and entrepreneurship, honorary chairs Stephanie and Travis Hollman have devoted their lives to making a positive impact on others. Stephanie is the founder and chief giving officer of the Hollman Family Foundation, which has supported numerous organizations since its inception in 2020, including providing over 400 nights of shelter for women at The Family Place. Additionally, as CEO of Hollman, Inc., Travis has always put purpose over profit by being a source for greater good for the local community. Stephanie and Travis, who have been married more than 15 years and have two sons, are both actively involved with many Dallas charities. 

“We are honored to have such a strong leadership team at the helm of this year’s Texas Trailblazer Awards luncheon. Through the collective efforts of our co-chairs and honorary chairs, we know we will raise important funds to serve women, men and children in need of safety,” remarked Mimi Sterling, CEO of The Family Place. “Additionally, we hope attendees will be inspired by our featured speaker Brooke Shields as she shares her unique story and her personal resilience that led her to become the role model she is today. Please join us for what promises to be an amazing day.” 

Shields’ legendary career began early in her childhood, as she was the youngest fashion model ever to appear on the cover of Vogue magazine at 14 years old. Her venture into film and television garnered her a Golden Globe nomination and five People’s Choice Awards. In addition to continued success on screen, she has since become a best-selling author and created an apparel and accessories line called Brooke Shields Timeless. 

In 2021, Shields founded “Beginning is Now,” a growing global community of women of all ages finding strength, wisdom, optimism, humor, and so much more in each other, all while learning to live their fullest lives — on their own terms, followed by the launch of her own podcast in 2022 with iHeart. “Now What? with Brooke Shields” dives deep into the world of redos, resets, and forward fails: from career pivots and personal missteps to moving through grief (or just plain moving on). In April 2023, Hulu released the documentary “Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields,” which explores Shields’ journey from a sexualized young girl to a Princeton graduate, mother, and advocate who has embraced her identity and voice. In her personal time, Shields is an advocate for women and the arts and serves on the board of WIN, an organization dedicated to providing housing, services and programs to homeless women and children in New York City. She is the happily married mother of two beautiful daughters. 

The Texas Trailblazer Awards Luncheon is the largest fundraising event for The Family Place. Proceeds from the luncheon allow The Family Place to continue empowering survivors of family violence by providing safe housing, counseling, and skills that create independence, while building community engagement and helping families progress from fear to safety. 

THE FAMILY PLACE For 45 years, The Family Place has served the North Texas community by bringing brighter futures to survivors of family violence. The Family Place is the largest provider of family violence services in Texas, serving nearly 20,000 people in 2022. Programs include a 24-hour hotline, three emergency shelters, including the state’s only shelter for men and their children, a transitional housing program with 25 apartments, three counseling centers, two medical clinics, a dental clinic, Dignity at Work job readiness program, Be Project sexual assault and teen dating violence prevention education for schools, Faith and Liberty’s Place court-ordered supervised visitation, Battering Intervention and Prevention Program court-ordered counseling for abusers, and legal services. All survivor services are free and provided in Spanish and English. For more information on The Family Place, call 214-559-2170 or visit familyplace.org. Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. 

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[Press Release] Hollman Announces The Promotion Of Sue Hwang From Chief Operating Officer To President And Chief Operating Officer

January 2023, Irving, Texas — Hollman, Inc., the industry leader in locker design and solutions, is proud to announce the promotion of Sue Hwang from Chief Operating Officer to President and Chief Operating Officer. She will be assuming the role from current President, Travis Hollman, who will remain as Chief Executive Officer. This is the first time someone from outside of the Hollman family has held this position.

With over two decades of experience in sales and operations, Hwang’s professional specialties include identifying and developing new markets, anticipating and adapting to trends, advising customers on ideal solutions, and developing fresh verticals. In 2018, she was selected as a Women in Business honoree by the Dallas Business Journal.

Travis Hollman, Chief Executive Officer, said, “We have experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years and are positioned to reach even more milestones in the immediate future. Sue’s exceptional leadership skills will take us to the next level and ensure that Hollman continues to be the global leader in locker manufacturing.”

Sue Hwang began her career at Hollman in 1994 as a Project Coordinator under Founder, Joe Hollman. After nine years she stepped away from the company but returned in 2011 as Vice President of the Locker Division when Travis Hollman took the helm from his father. She was promoted to Executive Vice President in 2015 and Chief Operating Officer in 2019 where she oversaw sales, marketing, manufacturing operations, and project management. Under her leadership, the company has continued to expand into new verticals ranging from fitness to a full range of athletics, workspace, and specialty lockers. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from the University of Texas at Austin.

According to Hwang, “I am truly honored to be the first President of Hollman, Inc. from outside of the Hollman family. My goal is to continue building upon and leveraging the innovative competitive advantages that have allowed us to become the largest global locker manufacturer and solution provider. Hollman is in a unique position of continued growth across all market verticals thanks to a top-notch management team closely aligned with the company’s vision and core values. I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead while having fun along the way.”

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About Hollman Inc.: Hollman lockers was founded in 1976 and is the industry leader in locker design and solutions. We have manufactured more than 12 million lockers for high-profile organizations, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, major American golf courses, corporate centers, country clubs, fitness studios and gyms, college campuses, museums, and hospitals. Our lockers are built to inspire teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and trust among the users. Learn more at www.hollman.com

[Press Release] Norte Vista (CA) High School Wins 2022 Locker Room Renovation Contest

Riverside, Calif. School to receive $100,000 makeover from The Hollman Family Foundation; Nominations now open year-round, no longer limited to one annual winner 

DALLAS – June 4, 2021 – The Hollman Family Foundation is proud to announce that Norte Vista High School in Riverside, Calif. has been selected as the winner of the 2022 Hollman Helps Locker Room Renovation Contest, and will receive a $100,000 makeover for its boys and girls athletic facilities. 

In 2019, Hollman, Inc., the industry leader in locker design and solutions, expanded charitable giving efforts and launched an annual Hollman Helps Locker Room Renovation program – Hollman Helps: High School Edition. The program gives deserving schools across the nation the opportunity to submit videos advocating why they should be chosen for a free $100,000 locker room rehabilitation. 

“We are so excited to see Norte Vista High win our third annual locker room renovation contest,” said Stephanie Hollman, president and founder of The Hollman Family Foundation. “We have also decided to accept nominations year-round, which means we’re no longer limiting the renovation giveaway to just one school per year.”

Nominations for the Hollman Helps Locker Room Renovation contest are now permanently open. Deserving high schools and community centers across the U.S. who are in need of a new locker room can be nominated online by visiting: https://thehollmanfamilyfoundation.org/hollman-helps/ There are two steps:

1) Submit a nomination application.

2) Get noticed by following @HollmanLockers on Instagram and tag all social posts with #TheHollmanFamilyFoundation.

Norte Vista High School, part of the Alvord (CA) Unified School District, becomes the third winner of the $100,000 renovation giveaway contest, which dates back to 2019. Previous winners included Hamshire-Fannett High School in Hamshire, TX and Beecher High School in Mount Morris, MI.

“This is just great news because we have some renovations already planned for this year,” said Jason Marquez, principal of Norte Vista High School. “The school is getting a new paint job this year, so this is great timing. On behalf of everyone here at Norte Vista, we appreciate Hollman Lockers and everything they’ve done for our students.”

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About The Hollman Family Foundation: The Hollman Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization managing the charitable giving and community outreach initiatives of Hollman, Inc. and the family of Travis and Stephanie Hollman. These include Hollman’s Higher Education & Learning (HELPS) Program—a partnership with North Lake College that offers full scholarships to Hollman employees and their families, Hollman Helps: High School Edition—host of the year-round locker room renovation contest, Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star, Leukemia Texas, The Family Place, DKMS Blood Cancer, and the Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas. For more information, please visit https://thehollmanfamilyfoundation.org.

About Hollman Inc.: Hollman lockers was founded in 1976 and is the industry leader in locker design and solutions. We have manufactured more than six million lockers for high-profile organizations, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, major American golf courses, corporate centers, country clubs, fitness studios and gyms, college campuses, museums, and hospitals. Our lockers are built to inspire teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and trust among the users. Learn more at www.hollman.com

Press Inquiries: Tia Williams, Brand Development & PR Director tia@hollman.com or marketing@hollman.com

[Press Release] Hollman Inc Expands Material Collection with New Colors and Textures

Hollman locker’s collection of new Laminate, Wood Veneer, Nanolam, Glass, and Phenolic brings more color options for designs, and additional smart material options for durability, and antimicrobial surfaces.

January 11, 2021 – Irving, Texas. Hollman, Inc., announces the launch of an update to their material collection giving customers and designers more options for on-trend colors and texture for a versatile environment that is perfect for workspace offices, fitness studios, country clubs, and athletic locker rooms. The launch includes 25 new colors and materials that meet the needs and trends in interior design this year.

Hollman Inc’s in-house product design and development team partnered with material designers across the globe to identify the best locker/storage materials and textures. The curate selection meets the needs of designers looking for clean neutral colors or complementary pops of bold colors to enhance an environment. The new additions also add several different pricing options for you or your customer to obtain any look they are going for.

The new materials and textures fall under each of our materials categories: Laminate, Nanolam, Phenolic, Veneer, and Glass. Hollman continues to offer custom Pantone matching services for all materials to fit the needs of your customer. With that on top of the new additional colors and textures, Hollman provides a robust offering for our designers and customers to select from.

You can view all of our materials HERE or CONTACT US to request for samples.

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About Hollman Inc.: Hollman lockers was founded in 1976 and is the industry leader in locker design and solutions. We have manufactured more than six million lockers for high-profile organizations, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, major American golf courses, corporate centers, country clubs, fitness studios and gyms, college campuses, museums, and hospitals. Our lockers are built to inspire teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and trust among the users. Learn more at www.hollman.com

Press Inquiries: Tia Williams, Brand Development & PR Director tia@hollman.com or marketing@hollman.com

Hollman, Inc. Victory in Trade Secrets Case

Longhorn Lockers’ Claims Denied

October 21, 2020 – Irving, Texas.  Hollman, Inc., a national leader in the design and manufacture of custom lockers and storage solutions, announced a victory in its long-pending state court legal dispute with Longhorn Lockers, LLC.  

Longhorn sued Hollman in 2017 in Dallas, Texas.  Longhorn Lockers claimed that Hollman had a long history of misappropriated trade secrets and designs from Longhorn and used those tactics to win a contract with the New Orleans Saints.  The Court rejected all of Longhorn’s claims by summary judgment order on October 19, 2020.  The finding; Longhorn had no trade secrets and Hollman did not misappropriate anything from Longhorn leaving for trial only as Hollman’s claims against Longhorn for business torts and attorney’s fees.

Travis Hollman, President of Hollman, Inc., commented, “We believed Longhorn’s claims were baseless from the beginning.  They lost a contract and sought a legal remedy for advantages they could not win in the marketplace.  We are pleased with the Court’s acknowledgment that Longhorn’s claims didn’t even warrant a trial.  Hollman has been an industry leader for 44 years – we’ve installed over 10 million lockers for national sports teams, both college and pro, as well as Fortune 500 companies.  It shouldn’t surprise anyone – especially Longhorn – that teams seek out our designs and products.”

Hollman will be working with the court for Longhorn to compensate for loss of business and attorney fees. 

For additional case information: Court Order and  Dallas County Texas Court Portal

About Hollman Inc.: Hollman Lockers was founded in 1976 and is the industry leader in locker design and solutions.  We have manufactured more than six million lockers for high-profile organizations, including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, major American golf courses, corporate centers, country clubs, fitness studios and gyms, college campuses, museums, and hospitals. Our lockers are built to inspire teamwork, collaboration, innovation, and trust among the users. Learn more at www.hollman.com

Press Inquiries:  Tia Williams, Brand Development & PR Director tia@hollman.com or marketing@hollman.com

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