An LTU alumni, Daniel joins Lawrence Technological University’s Centrepolis Accelerator bringing with him 25 years of experience from various sized companies and industries. Daniel has commercialized products, created processes and contributed to teams for companies like Whirlpool, Ford, Brasscraft, Palisades Nuclear Power, and Springs Window Fashions.

His experiences in Product Design, Reliability/Testing, Project Management and Procurement make him well rounded and able to effectively advise any team with a holistic perspective. He is a certified Six Sigma Green Belt, Project Manager and FMEA Practitioner.

Daniel’s passion and success in innovation is also well informed by his technical skills. He holds a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University and a Masters of Science in Mechatronic Systems Engineering from Lawrence Technological University. His analytical skills include, Regulatory Code and Standards Authorship and Interpretation, Algorithm and Database Programming, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Computer Aided Design (CAD) , Design/Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (DFMEA/PFMEA) and Design for Manufacturability/Assembly  (DFM/A).

Recognized as a global innovator by Siemen’s and Engineering for Change, Daniel was a finalist in the “Innovate4Impact” global engineering competition focused on the United Nations 2030 Sustainability Goals in the Water Scarcity track. He led the “Water Water Everywhere” project team, a group of LTU students and alumni in designing a renewable energy powered desalination system for impoverished, coastal communities.

Daniel holds multiple patents for Crankcase Ventilation and Liquid Propane Gas Excess Flow Valve technology.

Daniel’s current efforts involve commercializing renewable energy solutions for issues of social justice and sustainability.