Katie Norris. Photo by Yuvie Styles.

The Dallas Business Journal has named Lake Highlands High grad Katie Norris one of their 40 Under 40. Recipients include rising stars in the fields of government, health care, finance, technology, education, public relations and – in Norris’ case – documentary filmmaking.

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“I’m grateful and humbled to be named a 2021 Dallas Business Journal 40 Under 40 Honoree,” shared Norris on Facebook after the announcement. “When I see the number 40, I can’t help but think of the 40+ people that have come alongside me in our Fotolanthropy journey to produce inspiring true stories. This honor is truly a team one and is only possible by our incredible team, the brave families we serve, and my encouragers along the way.”

“7 Yards: The Chris Norton Story,” Fotolanthropy’s latest film, was recently picked up by Netflix and began showing on the streaming service earlier this year. “Travis: A Soldier’s Story” and “The Luckiest Man” are available to rent directly from the Fotolanthropy site.

DBJ’s judging panel, comprised of 40 Under 40 alumni, vetted 400 nominations before selecting 20 men and 20 women making an impression in North Texas. Norris and the other winners will be honored at a virtual event July 20. Tickets are $35 and available here.

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    Blogger CAROL TOLER and her husband, Toby, are the parents of four LHHS graduates. She has an MBA from SMU and is the proud recipient of the Exchange Club of LH's Unsung Hero Award and Councilman McGough's Blake Anderson Public Service Award. She received LHHS PTA's Extended Service Award, FMJH PTA's Charger Award and a Life Membership from the LHFC PTA. She has moderated candidate debates for Dallas Mayor, Dallas City Council and RISD Trustee races and taught seminars on garnering publicity for nonprofits. She completed training with Dallas Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation and Inside RISD, and she's a sustaining member of LH Women's League. She has served on the boards of After8 to Educate, Dallas Free Press, Healing Hands Ministries and Camp Sweeney and chaired fundraisers for multiple Dallas nonprofits. Email ctoler@advocatemag.com.