Carl O. Sherman, Sr., a husband, father, businessman and civic leader, served two-terms as the Mayor of the All-America City of DeSoto, Texas. A man of strong religious faith, Sherman presently serves as a bi-vocational minister in the role of Senior Pastor for the Church of Christ in Hutchins, Texas. Sherman’s contributions to municipal governance began in 2003, when he chaired a successful $32 million dollar general obligation bond in the City of DeSoto. Sherman was later elected to the city council in 2006, serving as mayor pro tem in 2008 and 2009.  In May 2010, he was elected as the first African American Mayor of DeSoto, and was re-elected in 2013.

Sherman’s tenure as Mayor include a litany of progressive victories for southern Dallas County.  Under his leadership, DeSoto became one of the first cities in Texas to provide body cameras for all police officers.  Sherman has also worked tirelessly to bring quality employment opportunities and business growth to the region, including leading the negotiations to attract the number one Kohl’s E-Commerce facility in the United States.  Mayor Sherman’s ‘smart growth’ philosophy included securing funds to ensure that access to quality, affordable housing and safe neighborhoods for every citizen remains at the forefront of economic development decisions.  Under his watch, the city experienced a 40% increase in sales tax revenue and unemployment went from 9.7% to 5%.

Sherman was appointed to the NTTA Board of Directors by the Dallas County Commissioners Court on October 4, 2016.  Sherman’s civic involvement can also be characterized in the trailblazer status as the first African American in the following positions: president of the DeSoto Rotary Club, board chair of the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce, and board chair of the best Southwest Chamber of Commerce.  In addition, he has been an executive member of the Dallas Regional Mobility Coalition Board and the River of Trade Corridor Coalition.  A successful entrepreneur and businessman, Sherman previously served as chair and CEO of eTelcharge.com, and earned the AT&T Alex Award for innovation.  He was recognized by the Dallas Urban League as one of the Most Promising Leaders of the 21st Century.

Carl Sherman’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to public service have greatly benefited the citizens of the Best Southwest region of North Texas.

In all his endeavors, this esteemed Texan has benefited from the love and support of Michelle, his lovely wife of 30 years, as well as that of his five children and three grandchildren.