Daniel Davis
Vero Beach
Summary
Goal-driven entrepreneur with over three decades of experience and a proven track record at Davisware, Inc., leading during the entire business life cycle from startup through successful sale to private equity in 2019. Lead & facilitated our 240+ member team to design, develop and test 13 technology products, including business operations, logistics, accounting, and GPS solutions. Excelled in market lead product design, and innovative problem-solving. That innovative problem-solving allowed Davisware become an Indian corporation, outsourcing well ahead of market trends. Outsourcing created opportunities to expand products, decades before before current trends. Passionate leader who always sought market approval through customer product adoption, maintaining exceptional product adoption, market engagement and NPS scores. Demonstrated resilience by pioneering remote work and leading successful acquisitions, significantly enhancing competitive edge. All of this was accomplished while self-funding growth and operations with a tenacity and hard work.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Startup Founder
9 Pack Software, LLC.
01.2024 - Current
- Utilized strong partnerships with key industry players to assess market need and create business strategy.
- Drove product development from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with customer needs.
- Main product does workflow management
- Mentored employees for professional growth, promoting a culture of learning within the organization.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations, managing expenses and budgeting.
Personal Project Coordinator
Self-Employed
08.2019 - Current
- Coordinated construction, renovation and multi-faceted construction projects across multiple states.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define clear project goals.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project''s success.
- Elevated overall quality of completed projects by consistently monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters.
- Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken.
Founder & CEO
Davisware, Inc.
11.1982 - 07.2019
- Led Davisware to become the single market leader in commercial HVAC, food equipment and petroleum service with a multi-national team.
- Fostered culture of innovation, leading to development of groundbreaking products that captured new market segments.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Self-funded business, managed costs and obligations.
- Led successful two successful acquisitions, significantly increasing company's footprint and competitive edge.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.
- Facilitated Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns and effectively resolving issues.
- Enhanced customer experience by partnering with industry leaders to create market-driven products.
- Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
- Expanded company's footprint internationally by identifying and capitalizing on emerging opportunities.
- Pioneered adoption of remote work policies in 1988, well ahead of adoption by mainstream business.
- Built and maintained strong, cohesive team by recruiting top talent and fostering supportive work environment.
Education
Undergraduate Studies - Mathematics & Economics
University of Chicago
ChicagoSkills
- Fervent work ethic
- Self motivated
- Entrepreneurial
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and resilience
- Innovative product design & testing
- Team building
- Market Knowledge
- Crisis management
Personal Pursuits
- Husband of 35+ years and devoted father to having raised 8 children.
- Spent decades coaching youth sports and leading the youth organizations.
- Fed my passion for building by building and renovating multiple construction projects, including a 30,000SF recreation center, and two oceanfront homes.
- Intellectually curios and with a passionate drive for hard work.
Timeline
Startup Founder
9 Pack Software, LLC.
01.2024 - Current
Personal Project Coordinator
Self-Employed
08.2019 - Current
Founder & CEO
Davisware, Inc.
11.1982 - 07.2019
Undergraduate Studies - Mathematics & Economics
University of Chicago
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