University of North Texas 
Distinguished Speaker Series
Doug Renfro, President of Renfro Foods, Inc.
Join us on November 12 at the UNT Lyceum to hear from Distinguished Speaker, Doug Renfro, President of Renfro Foods. The event is FREE for all students and the general public. Business students, don't miss out on this excellent conversation about selling, as well as leading a business from our very own alumnus!
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Date: November 12, 2025
Date: November 12, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: UNT Lyceum
EACH ATTENDEE WILL RECEIVE A FREE JAR OF MRS. RENFRO'S SALSA AFTER THE EVENT ENDS!
Ask your professors if you can earn extra credit for attending this event!
Please register in advance so that we have an accurate headcount for salsa.
Doug Renfro is the third-generation president of Renfro Foods, Inc., an 83-year-old
family business located steps from downtown Fort Worth. Doug earned a finance degree
from UNT while mixing spices at the factory. Upon graduation, he went to work for
Ross Perot’s company EDS, which became part of General Motors, for six years. During
this time, Doug earned an MBA from SMU and passed the CMA examinations. Doug came
back to the family business 30 years ago and has worked in all facets of the company.
Doug has volunteered on many non-profit and industry boards, having served as president or board chair of the Tarrant Area Food Bank, Casa Mañana, the Texas Food Processors Association and YPO Fort Worth. Doug also served on the executive committee of the Botanical Research Institute for 12 years. Doug has been elected to the Halls of Fame of both the Texas Food Processors Association and the Specialty Foods Association.
About the Distinguished Speaker Series
The G. Brint Ryan College of Business Distinguished Speaker Series provides students and faculty with an opportunity to learn from prominent executives and leaders in the business community.
Each semester, a different speaker is brought to campus to offer new perspectives and first-hand information about the complexities of the business world. Past topics have included successful management styles, possible career paths, critical industry-related issues, and qualities conducive to successful business leadership.
These lectures enhance the educational experience of students in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business, while inspiring them to seek new ways to meet the challenges of tomorrow.