Dan is a retired engineer with a 38-year career in the aerospace industry focused on the development and testing of aircraft flight control systems, aircraft integration & test facilities, and flight simulators.

Following his retirement in 2018, Dan made it his mission to learn about and advocate for the clean energy transition as the most effective solution to limit global warming and climate change. Dan has become involved in local volunteer advocacy groups, including Energize Bend, focused on educating and coaching the public about home and vehicle electrification choices.

Dan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and completed the Energy Innovation and Emerging Technologies Certificate program at the Stanford Center for Professional Development in 2020.

Dan and his wife have lived in Bend for the past 7 years and take every chance to get outdoors in Central Oregon, particularly for alpine skiing, hiking, and mountain biking. They also enjoy SCUBA diving in the tropics and other international travel.