After spending over 20 years in the industry as a Travel Director and DMC professional, Daniel joined CTC in 2019.  As a key team member to support keeping the business afloat during the pandemic, Daniel helped to rebuild the office to a team of 12+ planners.  Daniel took over as owner with partner Barb Campbell in 2026.  Their culture-first philosophy celebrates a tight-knit and well-trained team of professionals.  

Some of his other roles and achievements include:

• Certified Incentive Specialist (CIS), 2025

• Certified Incentive Tour Professional (CITP), 2025

• SITE Midwest President, 2025

• Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) Midwest, Board of Directors, 2020 - 2026

• ADMEI, Joanne O'Connor President's Award, 2018

• Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI), Conference Chair, 2018

• BizBash Connect, 40 Under 40, 2019

• Destination Management Certified Professional (DMCP), 2014

Daniel’s positive take on life works in tandem with his leadership role at CTC. He and husband Andy, collectively known as “Dandy”, live close to the city with their daughter, Georgia Pearl, and energetic doodles, Piper and Stella.