Press Archive
Press, recognitions, and appointments.
A working archive of every published mention, award, and civic appointment. Each entry lists the publication, date, and a direct link to the original source where one is publicly available.
- Entries
- 39
- With link
- 29
- Outlets
- 23
- Years
- 2015 / 2026
Showing 39 of 39
2026
2 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Press
Memphis Business Journal, Brent Hooks joins Sheraton Memphis Downtown Hotel renovation team
MBJ reports Brent joining the team renovating the 590-key Sheraton Memphis Downtown. the city bought the hotel for $22M and is redeveloping it through a public-private partnership with Carlisle Corp.
Memphis Business Journal
Feb 7, 2026
MBJ reports Brent joining the team renovating the 590-key Sheraton Memphis Downtown. the city bought the hotel for $22M and is redeveloping it through a public-private partnership with Carlisle Corp.
- Press
We Are Memphis, Black Legacy Lives Here: Brent Hooks Is Building Memphis' Future
Profile on Brent's dual ENR + BD+C 40 Under 40 recognition. first Memphis/Tennessee professional to earn both in the same year. and the through-line from Julia Britton Hooks and Benjamin L. Hooks to the work today.
We Are Memphis
Feb 2026
Profile on Brent's dual ENR + BD+C 40 Under 40 recognition. first Memphis/Tennessee professional to earn both in the same year. and the through-line from Julia Britton Hooks and Benjamin L. Hooks to the work today.
2025
7 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Press
The Commercial Appeal, Meet the first Memphian named to two major young engineering professionals lists
Lucas Finton on Brent becoming the first Memphian and Tennessean named to both ENR's and BD+C's national young-professional 40 Under 40 lists in the same year. as Regional VP of Cornerstone Engineering.
Commercial Appeal
Nov 12, 2025
Lucas Finton on Brent becoming the first Memphian and Tennessean named to both ENR's and BD+C's national young-professional 40 Under 40 lists in the same year. as Regional VP of Cornerstone Engineering.
- Press
Tri-State Defender, Memphian makes history with dual national 40 Under 40 honors in engineering and design
TSD on Brent as the first Memphis/Tennessee professional ever named to both ENR Top Young Professionals 40 Under 40 and BD+C 40 Under 40 in the same class. putting Memphis on the map alongside NYC, LA, and Chicago.
Tri-State Defender
Nov 3, 2025
TSD on Brent as the first Memphis/Tennessee professional ever named to both ENR Top Young Professionals 40 Under 40 and BD+C 40 Under 40 in the same class. putting Memphis on the map alongside NYC, LA, and Chicago.
- Recognition
Building Design+Construction, BD+C 40 Under 40 (Class of 2025)
BD+C names Brent one of 11 engineers in its 20th Annual 40 Under 40. Vice President at Cornerstone, Memphis. Profile cites Forbes Next 1000, Top Young Memphian, and MBJ Top 40 Under 40 prior recognition.
BD+C
Oct 20, 2025
BD+C names Brent one of 11 engineers in its 20th Annual 40 Under 40. Vice President at Cornerstone, Memphis. Profile cites Forbes Next 1000, Top Young Memphian, and MBJ Top 40 Under 40 prior recognition.
- Recognition
ENR Texas & Southeast, 2025 Top Young Professionals
Bruce Buckley names Brent to ENR's first-ever Texas & Southeast Top Young Professionals class. 20 honorees from 129 applications across 12 states. Profile credits Allworld revenue growth from $300K to $16M during his CAO tenure.
ENR
Feb 10, 2025
Bruce Buckley names Brent to ENR's first-ever Texas & Southeast Top Young Professionals class. 20 honorees from 129 applications across 12 states. Profile credits Allworld revenue growth from $300K to $16M during his CAO tenure.
- Recognition
ENR, Top Young Professional 2025
Engineering News-Record names Brent among the nation's Top Young Professionals; shared by the Greater Memphis Chamber.
Greater Memphis Chamber
Nov 18, 2024
Engineering News-Record names Brent among the nation's Top Young Professionals; shared by the Greater Memphis Chamber.
- Press
Daily Memphian, Memphis executive helps Louisville-based firm in Southeast
Sophia Surrett on Brent being tapped to spearhead Cornerstone Engineering's regional expansion across Atlanta, Birmingham, and Memphis after more than a decade at Allworld.
Daily Memphian
2024
Sophia Surrett on Brent being tapped to spearhead Cornerstone Engineering's regional expansion across Atlanta, Birmingham, and Memphis after more than a decade at Allworld.
- Press
Memphis executive helps Louisville-based firm grow in the Southeast
Coverage of Brent's executive leadership across Atlanta, Birmingham, and Memphis.
Memphis Business Journal
Coverage of Brent's executive leadership across Atlanta, Birmingham, and Memphis.
2024
9 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Press
Cornerstone Engineering, Brent Hooks leadership profile
Cornerstone's leadership profile for Brent's Southeast regional role across Atlanta, Birmingham, and Memphis.
Cornerstone Engineering
Cornerstone's leadership profile for Brent's Southeast regional role across Atlanta, Birmingham, and Memphis.
- Press
Brent Hooks to Lead Cornerstone Engineering Southeast Operations
Chamber announcement naming Brent Regional Vice President for Southeast Operations at Cornerstone Engineering.
Greater Memphis Chamber
Sep 30, 2024
Chamber announcement naming Brent Regional Vice President for Southeast Operations at Cornerstone Engineering.
- Press
Memphis Flyer, DXII Exudes Elegance
Michael Donahue on District 12 Social Club: chic, classy, and sexy as the keywords for a new Memphis social club.
Memphis Flyer
Feb 14, 2024
On recordMichael Donahue on District 12 Social Club: chic, classy, and sexy as the keywords for a new Memphis social club.
- Press
Memphis Business Journal, Allworld launches general contracting division
MBJ on Allworld Project Management standing up a general contracting arm during Brent's final months as Co-owner and CAO, expanding beyond engineering and CM into self-performed building work.
Memphis Business Journal
Aug 14, 2024
MBJ on Allworld Project Management standing up a general contracting arm during Brent's final months as Co-owner and CAO, expanding beyond engineering and CM into self-performed building work.
- Press
District 12 Social Club: A Vision Unveiled
Brianna Smith on the architects behind DXII, inspiration, aspiration, and a new chapter for Memphis hospitality.
TSDMemphis
Feb 21, 2024
Brianna Smith on the architects behind DXII, inspiration, aspiration, and a new chapter for Memphis hospitality.
- Press
Let your hair down at District 12
Sophia Surrett on the new Winchester Road bar and lounge built for millennial trendsetters, tastemakers, and influencers.
Daily Memphian
Jan 28, 2024
Sophia Surrett on the new Winchester Road bar and lounge built for millennial trendsetters, tastemakers, and influencers.
- Press
Cocktails & Community Await Memphis Millennials at DXII
Cat Broughton on live entertainment and vibrant community at the forthcoming bar and lounge.
WhatNow Memphis
Jan 29, 2024
Cat Broughton on live entertainment and vibrant community at the forthcoming bar and lounge.
- Civic
EDGE Small Business Incentives Advisory Committee, Chairman
Sophia Surrett on the new committee, alongside Global Cafe, Crosstown Concourse, and Trap Fusion, giving local business owners a roadmap to success.
Daily Memphian
Feb 28, 2024
Sophia Surrett on the new committee, alongside Global Cafe, Crosstown Concourse, and Trap Fusion, giving local business owners a roadmap to success.
- Podcast
Verbally Effective · Episode CXXVI, "Young Capitalist"
A candid discussion on Brent's journey, and the role of relationships as an entrepreneur's most underpriced asset.
Verbally Effective Podcast
On recordA candid discussion on Brent's journey, and the role of relationships as an entrepreneur's most underpriced asset.
2023
3 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Recognition
Forbes Next 1000
Selected among the country's emerging operators and entrepreneurs.
Forbes
On recordSelected among the country's emerging operators and entrepreneurs.
- Press
MBJ, People on the Move: Recognized at Allworld Project Management
Brent profiled as Chief Administrative Officer of a fast-growing civil engineering and project management firm.
Memphis Business Journal
May 5, 2023
Brent profiled as Chief Administrative Officer of a fast-growing civil engineering and project management firm.
- Recognition
Marquis Who's Who, Top Executives & Humanitarian Award
Recognized by Marquis Who's Who in both the Top Executives directory and with the Humanitarian Award.
Marquis Who's Who
On recordRecognized by Marquis Who's Who in both the Top Executives directory and with the Humanitarian Award.
2022
3 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Recognition
Inc. 5000, Allworld Project Management
Recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
Inc. Magazine
On recordRecognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
- Civic
Greater Memphis Chamber, Young Professionals Council Board
Named to the Chamber's 2022 Young Professionals Council board.
Greater Memphis Chamber
On recordNamed to the Chamber's 2022 Young Professionals Council board.
- Civic
Leadership Memphis, 2022 Executive Program
Selected for the Leadership Memphis Executive Program cohort.
Leadership Memphis
On recordSelected for the Leadership Memphis Executive Program cohort.
2021
3 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Civic
St. Jude, Spirit of the Dream Advisory Board
Advisory board year that exceeded $150,000 raised for young cancer patients.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
On recordAdvisory board year that exceeded $150,000 raised for young cancer patients.
- Press
TSDMemphis, Julia Hooks, a legend in her own right
Laura Faith Kebede on the long-time Ida B. Wells ally who, in 1931, pushed Memphis to name a park after her friend, a chapter of family legacy.
TSDMemphis
Jul 15, 2021
Laura Faith Kebede on the long-time Ida B. Wells ally who, in 1931, pushed Memphis to name a park after her friend, a chapter of family legacy.
- Press
Daily Memphian, Allworld will be project manager for The Walk on Union
Tom Bailey on Allworld being tapped to deliver the major mixed-use Walk on Union development on time and on budget.
Daily Memphian
Tom Bailey on Allworld being tapped to deliver the major mixed-use Walk on Union development on time and on budget.
2020
2 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Press
MBJ, Allworld receives largest minority firm contract ever from City of Memphis
Allworld awarded a four-year, $19M stormwater program contract by the City of Memphis. reported as the largest contract ever awarded to a minority firm by the city. Brent serving as Co-owner and CAO at the time.
Memphis Business Journal
Sep 2, 2020
Allworld awarded a four-year, $19M stormwater program contract by the City of Memphis. reported as the largest contract ever awarded to a minority firm by the city. Brent serving as Co-owner and CAO at the time.
- Recognition
Top 40 Under 40, Memphis Business Journal
Local recognition for operating leadership and civic work.
Memphis Business Journal
On recordLocal recognition for operating leadership and civic work.
2019
2 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Press
Greater Memphis Chamber, 10 to Watch: AllWorld Project Management
Profile of AllWorld's investment in technology and talent, leveraging GIS and construction administration data tools to deliver for clients.
Greater Memphis Chamber
Profile of AllWorld's investment in technology and talent, leveraging GIS and construction administration data tools to deliver for clients.
- Press
Vanderbilt Owen, Memphis entrepreneur lays foundation for next stage of development
Owen Graduate School of Management alumni feature on Brent's Global Executive MBA. strategic frameworks, investor fluency, and the relational craft of leading a team.
Vanderbilt Business
GEMBA Class of 2019
Owen Graduate School of Management alumni feature on Brent's Global Executive MBA. strategic frameworks, investor fluency, and the relational craft of leading a team.
2018
3 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Press
The Commercial Appeal, Allworld and the rebuilding of Memphis' civic landscape
Marc Perrusquia on the family-built Memphis project-management firm and its work on Crosstown Concourse, Tiger Lane, I AM A MAN Plaza, the Chisca, and the Harahan Bridge connector. with Brent leading administration and city sewer-EPA compliance contracts.
The Commercial Appeal
May 24, 2018
Marc Perrusquia on the family-built Memphis project-management firm and its work on Crosstown Concourse, Tiger Lane, I AM A MAN Plaza, the Chisca, and the Harahan Bridge connector. with Brent leading administration and city sewer-EPA compliance contracts.
- Press
Memphis Daily News, MWBE Loan Program & ISO Certification
Brent on Allworld's GIS focus, engineering support services, community and economic planning, and construction administration.
Memphis Daily News
Brent on Allworld's GIS focus, engineering support services, community and economic planning, and construction administration.
- Appointment
Shelby County / City of Memphis Film & TV Commission
Appointed by Mayor Lee Harris; continues to serve actively.
Office of the Mayor
On recordAppointed by Mayor Lee Harris; continues to serve actively.
2017
1 entry
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- Press
The Commercial Appeal, Memphis firm Allworld on track for new headquarters
Wayne Risher on Allworld's $80,000 Center City exterior improvement grant and the move to 60 N. B.B. King in Downtown Memphis as the firm grew from one Memphis employee in 2010 to 42 with offices in Houston and projects across the South.
The Commercial Appeal
Mar 15, 2017
Wayne Risher on Allworld's $80,000 Center City exterior improvement grant and the move to 60 N. B.B. King in Downtown Memphis as the firm grew from one Memphis employee in 2010 to 42 with offices in Houston and projects across the South.
2016
3 entries
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Press
Memphis Flyer, Local Campaign Urges Millennials to Vote
Brent on the disconnect between civic ambition and civic participation among young Memphians.
Memphis Flyer
Brent on the disconnect between civic ambition and civic participation among young Memphians.
- Press
Memphis Flyer, Voters Rally Targets Local Millennials
Louis Goggans on the rally, the research, and the case for voting young.
Memphis Flyer
Louis Goggans on the rally, the research, and the case for voting young.
- Production
"Why Not Vote?", Executive Producer
Nonpartisan Millennial voter mobilization documentary, paired with a 100+ person community rally.
Documentary
Nonpartisan Millennial voter mobilization documentary, paired with a 100+ person community rally.
2015
1 entry
Kind · Title · Outlet · Date · Source
- Recognition
Memphis Daily News, 2015 Young Memphians
Class of 10 selected by the Greater Memphis Chamber, called "a generation ready to spark transformational change."
Memphis Daily News
Class of 10 selected by the Greater Memphis Chamber, called "a generation ready to spark transformational change."
Note
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