Anthony Fedele is truly a renaissance man in both his business and personal life.He is a writer, film director, gourmet chef, and avid historian. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Fedele has been part of the Dallas business community for over 30 years.Professionally, he has been on the international judging committees for the prestigious CLIO and International Broadcast Awards, as well as receiving over hundreds of creative awards including Venice Film Festival, International Film Festival of New York, ADDY and CLIO recognition for both print and broadcast.Nationally known for his strategic thinking, new product introductions and high-profile concepts, Mr. Fedele has been recognized by Who’s Who in Advertising as well as AD AGE’s special edition on the 100 Best TV Commercials. He created the advertising campaign that launched Southwest Airlines to success, as well as many other “product firsts,” including the first hand-held consumer calculator, the first nutritional snack food and, the first pizza home delivery system. Most recently, Fedele was a finalist on Gordon Ramsay's Masterchef tv show and currently completing a cookbook and novel.