Opinion: A thank you to our city, and a eulogy for Billy Dunavant
Billy Dunavant, with a portrait of himself with his dog, was known for his love of the outdoors. (Submitted photo)
Bill Dunavant
William B. Dunavant III is president and CEO of Dunavant Enterprises Inc.
The only explanation, God was the only way a turtle could be on top of that fence post.
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Cotton executive Dunavant was ‘a great Memphian’
The fifth-generation Memphian who transformed Dunavant Enterprises into a global presence was also named to the Memphis Sports Hall of Fame.
Billy Dunavant: In a league of his own
Landing an NFL team for Memphis proved to be the dream that got away in Billy Dunavant’s professional life. But when the scores are added up, he won much more than he lost. And so did those who were fortunate enough to know him well.
In business, Dunavant presided over big bang of his own
“He always wanted the best people to take care of his business. You know what? If you get the best people, you don’t have to worry about execution. He knew that if we executed, we would get another opportunity,” son Bill Dunavant said.
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