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Daniel Kelley

Dublin,OH

Summary

Sales-driven growth partner and communicator supporting high-consideration offers through consultative conversations, performance marketing, and systems. Scaled a contracting business from $0 to $700K revenue in 10 months while raising $600K+ in private capital. In digital marketing, supported campaigns producing 10x+ ROAS, helped a client reach a $130K month on $12K ad spend, and contributed to consistent $500K months for a light-therapy brand. Known for high emotional intelligence, clear communication, and translating complex value into simple decisions.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Growth Partner (Paid Media, Messaging, Systems)

BrandingU
06.2025 - Current
  • Partnered with business owners to improve acquisition and conversion through performance marketing, messaging, and operational systems.
  • Supported advertising efforts producing 10x+ ROAS across client campaigns.
  • Helped a client reach a $130K month with $12K ad spend through improved positioning, creative strategy, and funnel optimization.
  • Contributed to scaling a light-therapy technology brand to consistent $500K months by supporting paid acquisition and growth strategy.

Owner / Operator

General Contracting + Real Estate
09.2023 - 02.2025
  • Built and scaled a contracting + house flipping operation from $0 to $700K revenue in 10 months.
  • Raised $600K+ in private capital by pitching opportunities, building investor trust, and managing stakeholder expectations.
  • Led client communication across scope, timelines, and budgets—navigating tough conversations, resolving conflict, and protecting margin.

Podcast Host

The Daniel Kelley Podcast
06.2024 - Current

The Daniel Kelley Podcast — Host & Interviewer

Dates

  • Host and interviewer conducting 20+ long-form interviews with high-achieving leaders in business, sports, health, and faith.
  • Conducted interviews with entrepreneurs and founders of companies valued over $100 million. Engaged Super Bowl champion, first-round NFL draft pick, and notable content creators. Interviewed authors, faith leaders, and medical professionals to gather diverse insights.
  • Specialist in fostering high-trust conversations by posing incisive discovery questions, synthesizing complex concepts, and delivering clarity under pressure—directly applicable to high-ticket sales calls and executive-level buyer discussions.
  • Developed consistent content cadence, guest outreach, and relationship-building workflows—strengthening persuasion, follow-up, and credibility.

Education

Finance (Coursework)

Miami University
Oxford, OH

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Olentangy High School
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Consultative Communication (discovery, qualification, closing support)
  • Objection Handling and Negotiation
  • High Emotional Intelligence (rapport, de-escalation, trust building)
  • Persuasive Storytelling and Value Framing
  • Pipeline and Client Relationship Management
  • Performance Marketing Literacy (ROAS, CAC, funnel math)
  • Offer Messaging and Creative Strategy
  • CRM and Automation Mindset (systems, follow-up, handoffs)

LEADERSHIP / COMMUNICATION

  • The Daniel Kelley Podcast — Host & Interviewer
  • Host and interviewer with 20+ long-form interviews featuring high-performing leaders across business, sports, health, and faith.
  • Interviewed founders of $100M+ companies, a Super Bowl champion, a first-round NFL draft pick, creators, authors, faith leaders, and medical professionals.
  • Lead high-trust conversations with sharp discovery questions and clear synthesis—directly transferable to executive buyer conversations and high-ticket sales calls.

Timeline

Growth Partner (Paid Media, Messaging, Systems)

BrandingU
06.2025 - Current

Podcast Host

The Daniel Kelley Podcast
06.2024 - Current

Owner / Operator

General Contracting + Real Estate
09.2023 - 02.2025

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Olentangy High School

Finance (Coursework)

Miami University
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