Chef Dan brings over 20 years of experience leading high-volume catering, large-scale event production, and culinary operations across the country. He specializes in food cost analysis, menu development, and delivering elevated dining experiences at scale, with a strong emphasis on customized menus and accommodating diverse dietary needs.

His background includes extensive work at some of the nation’s most prestigious events, including the Masters Tournament, U.S. Open Championships, Kentucky Derby, Belmont Stakes, Preakness Stakes, NASCAR, Presidential Inaugurations,  Notre Dame Football, Penn State Athletics, Oklahoma Football, Vanderbilt University, NHL Winter Classic, WM Phoenix Open, and the Indiana Pacers, as well as world-renowned productions like Cirque du Soleil and major music festivals such as Austin City Limits, Lollapalooza, and the Burning Man Festival. Known for his ability to thrive in complex, high-pressure environments.