Transparency
  • I will be open and engage in honest dialogue with the community 
  • I will seek input from all citizens and stakeholders
  • I will share my thoughts, beliefs, and reasonings behind each key decision 
Integrity 
  • I will put the community’s interest first before my own 
  • I will always do what’s right – morally, ethically, and legally
  • I will lead with honesty and humility
Trustworthiness 
  • As Matthew 5:37 says, “Simply let your yes be yes, and your no be no” 
  • I will keep my promises and do what I say I will do
  • I will be dependable, consistent, and truthful 
Family

Entaune is blessed to be raising his family here in the great City of DeSoto.  He is married to his lovely wife of nearly 6 years, Candice, and is father of two young boys, Timothy (4), Daniel (2), with another young one on the way!  Entaune moved to DeSoto in 2012, but has lived in the Best Southwest Cities of Dallas since 1994.  Entaune is committed to keeping DeSoto the place to raise his family, and wants to do all he can to promote excellence in this All-America City! 

Volunteer 

For many years, Entaune has served his community in a variety of ways.  First and foremost, Entaune is a regular volunteer and active member of his church, Trinity Church of Cedar Hill.  Entaune has served as part of the Trinity worship team as a pianist and singer since joining in 1996.  For the City of DeSoto, Entaune has been an active voice in the community.  Currently, he serves as Vice Chair of the DeSoto Parks Development Corporation, in which he has been a member since 2019. Additionally, Entaune has been engaged in other areas of the community such as: school board meetings, participation in City Council meetings, community town halls, Concerned DeSoto Citizens organization, and participation in community events. 

Education 
  • Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Dallas Baptist University
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, University of Texas at Arlington
  • Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute
  • Associates degree in Arranging/Composing, Dallas College (Cedar Valley College)
  • Associates degree in Performing, Dallas College (Cedar Valley College)
Professional Background 
  • A certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with a successful career in the fields of Education and Business
  • Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt (process improvement certification)
  • Served over 16 years in the administration of the Dallas Independent School District in various roles, most recently as the Director of Strategic Initiatives
  • Currently a Manager of Business Excellence with a global  tax firm headquartered in Dallas