Daniel has a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Whitworth University. He has worked in both the Washington State Senate and House of Representatives. Daniel also previously worked as a strategy and communications consultant for a Seattle-based translation and captioning start-up.

He is the Manager of State Policy for the following: Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota. As a native Washingtonian, Daniel loves being in nature and taking advantage of the incredible outdoor opportunities that the Pacific Northwest offers.

Daniel lives in Tacoma, WA, where he is involved in several community organizations and a local Presbyterian church.