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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"