Hi, I'm Dan.
Over the past 20 years, I've founded and run four companies - most notably I was the CEO of Apple's digital agency, LEVEL Studios, which was acquired by Publicis Groupe.
After running a global agency, people often assume I'm a "marketing guy." The truth is, I'm more interested in companies built on proof, not poetry.
Today I work hands-on with founders building product, shaping strategy, and raising capital. I've raised over $85M for startups, films, and non-profits, resulting in over $750M in exits.
I have two allergies: peanuts and LinkedIn (you won't find me there). I am pretty active on Twitter/X though @iknowdan.
Fun facts:
- Writing code since 1995
- Literally allergic to peanuts
- Homeboy Industries champion
- Teams: Lakers & Notre Dame
- Book: Snow Crash
- Mantra: "Don't talk about it, be about it"