Daniel graduated in 2017 with a Masters of Tourism Administration from the George Washington University Business School after a decade of work experience in political and public affairs. Currently he is Director of Development at Destinations International Foundation and Founder of a consulting practice. Prior to partnering with destination and international education clients, Daniel worked for a DC-based public affairs firm advising clients ranging from non-profits to multinational brands on ways to connect with constituents using technology and partnerships.

He was Chief of Staff to the US Ambassador for the World Expo in Milan, Italy in 2015 and served in the same capacity at the residence of the US Ambassador to France and Monaco from 2009 through 2012 where he curated social, cultural and diplomatic events for the Embassy.

Daniel worked on President Obama's 2008 campaign as Director of International Fundraising and then served in the same role for the Inauguration in 2009 and at the Democratic National Committee.