Daniel Willems

CorePilot

Product Engineer

Fist Bump

Co-Founder

TYB.AI

Ever find yourself trying to balance one kid’s endless homework with another who’s always looking for something new to do? We do too! 

That’s why, as a family, we decided to build TYB.AI, an educational platform that’s all about meeting kids where they’re at—whether they’re craving more challenges or need some extra support.

I’ve been a software developer for over a decade, and when my kids’ learning needs didn’t quite fit the typical solutions, we figured, why not create something that could? TYB.AI is designed to make learning fun, engaging, and tailored to each kid’s unique needs. It’s a family project with a big vision: to one day grow TYB.AI into a non-profit dedicated to helping kids everywhere.

This is a side venture for us, but it’s a passion we’re excited to share with other parents and educators. If you’re curious about what we’re building, or if you know a kid who could benefit from a little extra support and challenge in their learning journey, feel free to reach out.

Founder | A Dad Making Education Fun

Lanier Web Development

Ready to build that AI application? 

My team can build a prototype or a production application. 

We specializes in building custom web applications and websites. Our team of experienced developers and designers are dedicated to helping our clients build powerful, scalable websites and applications that drive business growth.

I founded the company as well as lead the development, direction, and team.

Founder | Owner

FunnelAmplified

Director Of Technology

Lead Developer

Yip Yip Inc.

Yip Yip Technologies is a web application development company.

We have helped companies with every step of the web development process. Some clients come to us with a problem. Others come to us with a vision for a solution.

I lead the development team and managed multiple clients and software projects.

Director of Technology

Luckie & Company

Helping the Luckie team tell our client's stories through web applications.  

Building responsive web application that use the latest technologies, but always with a focus on connecting with the customer.

Finished my time at Luckie as Lead Developer and architect on https://nativeamerica.travel/

Web Developer

PortraitPost

PortraitPost used metrics and intangibles to define personalities and match cultures.

Built the web application
Developed deployment pipeline

Collaborated with design and development team around the world to launch application to dozens of universities.

Supported sales and marketing
Helped the founding team with business development and customer discovery.

Left when business shutdown in 2015

Upwave Divsion of Turner Broadcasting System

Worked with the team to build a responsive web application in the health and wellness space.

Used agile methodologies such as test driven development and pair programing. 

Turner closed Upwave in May of 2014.

HealthCarrot

Tech startup in the wellness sector.

Verifying user activity to reimburse gym membership from employer. 

The goal was to incentivize healthy behavior.

Developed admin and user web platform
Built mobile application for IOS, Android and Windows phone.

Created sales and marketing strategy via web and LinkedIn.

Company eventually closed in 2014 due to pursuing new opportunities.

Co-Founder | Web Developer | Sales

Helping the aviation industry "take off" into the future with AI. (pun intended)

At CorePilot, I work on innovative solutions that empower aviation companies with AI through cutting-edge technology. I’m excited to be part of a team that’s shaping the next chapter of aviation.

I also share insights on technology, AI, education, and language—topics I’m passionate about and actively exploring. 

Outside of my full-time role, I’m building an AI-driven education platform aimed at making learning engaging and accessible for kids worldwide.

Always open to connect with people that want to talk AI, tech, and software.

LeadSmart Technologies

LeadSmart Channel Cloud is CRM Reimagined....  LeadSmart Channel Cloud brings AI-Enabled CRM, Customer Intelligence, and Partner Collaboration into a single product suite. LeadSmart users get a full-featured AI-enabled CRM and Customer Intelligence system to manage all sales, marketing, and customer-related business functions plus where applicable an innovative partner collaboration center for managing relationships with vendors, reps, brokers, agents, dealers, distributors, and other channel partners.  LeadSmart is much more than a traditional CRM because LeadSmart brings deep actionable insights into both your customer and your organization accelerating revenues and user adoption.  LeadSmart users understand their customers better, communicate better internally, close more quotes, expand product categories easily and fully understand their customers with a technology platform their teams want to use.   Built on the worlds leading customer relationship technology platform LeadSmart cleans out the clutter and noise of traditional CRM and focuses on what matters: serving your customer better and accelerating revenue growth. Easy, fast, and economical implementation and short-term ROI!

Co-Founder I CEO

Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution and Manufacturing

Along with my LeadSmart Technologies Co-Founder Tom Burton we host the top podcast for wholesale distributors and manufacturers. Each week we review the weeks happenings in sales, marketing, m&a, finance and the economy, technology and AI and how it impacts wholesale distributors and manufacturers.  Packed with great info and regular all-star guests we peel back the onion on whats happening in the news and how it impacts your business.

Co-Creator I Co-Host 

Sunwest Ventures

Sunwest Ventures is a boutique advisory and investment firm.  The Sunwest team helps companies strategize, align and execute on growth and business expansion initiatives. The Sunwest team also assists both clients and portfolio companies with operating and interim executive roles where necessary. Sunwest Ventures focuses on, 
   -Sales & Marketing Strategy 
   -Technology and Digital Strategy
   -Corporate Strategic Planning 
   -Direct and Indirect Sales Team Development  
   -Product and Channel Distribution Strategy
   -Product Planning, Development and Placement
   -Mergers and Acquisitions Advisory 
   -Corporate Alignment, Measurement and Execution Tools  

Sunwest works with established and startup businesses having served clients in the following market segments, 
      -Industrial                         -Electrical 
      -Safety/Environmental    -Security/Home Automation
      -Consumer Electronics   -Construction 
      -Food Service                  -SaaS Software 
      -Private Equity                 -Venture Capital

Recent Engagements -

April 2020-March 2021  Buy It Installed - Interim VP Business Development.  Assisted Buy It Installed in development of new subscription model and go to market strategy.

March 2019-December 2019 - Sr. Advisor - Buy It Installed.  Advised CEO, COO and President on strategy, go to market, fund raising, M&A and product expansion

April 2017-January 2020 - CleanSpace Technologies - Provided Digital Marketing Services, Go to Market strategy guidance focused on entry into the North American marketplace. Additionally supported CleanSpace in Manufacturer Rep and distribution plan development.

Founder - Principal and General Partner

Forbes Business Council

Member

500 Startups

500 Startups is a global seed-stage venture fund and startup incubator in Silicon Valley. I mentor startups on business models & strategy, product & customer development, supply chain, sales, biz dev and customer acquisition and marketing.

Mentor

ViZion Ventures - Secure-Monitor-Control your home business and world........

As of November 2018 ViZion operations have been folded into @SunwestVentures and overseen by the Sunwest team.
ViZion Ventures is an investment, sales, marketing, and distribution company dedicated to the security, monitoring, automation, and the Internet of Things marketplace.  ViZion focuses on product development of unique ideas and products related to home, business and personal security, monitoring and automation.  Future projects and products are devoted to the expansion of home, business, and personal automation and security systems.

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

STARDUST Spill Products-Paradigm Int. Inc.

No Longer Active in Day to Day Operations. 
STARDUST Spill Products is an MBE manufacturer of Spill Control, Spill Containment and Spill Cleanup products sold worldwide through a network of distributor partners. Our products includes a family of innovative spill kits,  sorbent pads/pillows/booms etc and our flagship product STARDUST Super Absorbent.    Our offering also includes our revolutionary "GREEN' cleaning and degreasing solution STARPOWER.  Stains, graffiti, degreasing, powerwashing etc - STARPOWER works like no other green cleaner. "No Matter What You Spill We've Got You Covered..."

Director/Partner

Joined family run MBE in 2003 to drive product expansion and move from direct selling to development of an international distribution network. Grew product offering from 5 sku's to nearly 100 skus in 3 years driving 5x's revenue growth in same period. Negotiated multiple joint ventures and private label agreements and developed distribution agreements in multiple new countries along with a national network of manufacturers representatives and master distributors. Distributor partners now include W.W. Grainger, Fastenal, Ace Hardware, True Value and many other leading MRO/Industrial distributors and retail stores. Our products include spill control, spill containment and spill cleanup products. STARDUST and STARPOWER branded products are used internationally by governmental agencies, manufacturing facilities, emergency responders, Fortune 100 companies, small businesses and homeowners.

Vice President Of Business Development/Partner

Neese Industries

Neese Industries is a 50 yr old employee owned manufacturer of high quality protective clothing.  Neese specializes in rainwear, specialty rainwear (HiViz, ARC etc), flame resistant clothing, insulated FR clothing and hi-visibility clothing. Neese makes products for commercial use in construction, public safety (fire/police/military), utilities, oil&gas and general industry along with a family of consumer and specialty rainwear.Neese sells its products through an international network of authorized distributors.

Director

Steren Electronics LLC

Minority owned (MBE) Steren Electronics Group is a 50yr old international manufacturer of voice, video and data products.  With corp headquarters in San Diego Steren has locations in Shanghai, Denver and Memphis.  Engagement involved Corporate Strategy, M&A activity, MBE/Diversity program development, Sales, Marketing and Business Development management.

Interim Vice President Corporate Business Development

D2Dnet, Inc.

Co-Founder/Partner at D2Dnet.com a B2B portal and exchange for overstock/excess inventory of industrial/MRO products. D2Dnet.com included portal focusing on the highly fragmented industrial/MRO supply marketplace, news, events, etc and included a B2B overstock exchange now successfully replicated by Ebay and others. 
Role in company included oversight of all sales, marketing and biz dev functions. Board of Directors member and involved in and contributed to web design, website and portal content, and overall business planning, development and execution.  Lead multiple partnership agreements. Worked hand in hand with CEO and Pres with development of initial business plan and prepared and participated in presentations to and negotiations with venture capital, private equity and angel investor groups.

Co-Founder/Vice President Business Development

Proven 25+ yr track record of success in growing products, services, market share, sales volume and profits. 

Expertise/Experience in 
•Startups
•Business Development
•Product Development/Management  
•Product and Service Marketing
•Distribution Network Development
•Sales Force Management.
•Brand Building & Revitalization
•Strategic Marketing/Planning 
•Development of Sales and Marketing Tools
•Supplier Diversity/Minority Business Growth/Development
•Social Media/Marketing

Specialties: Success in development of private label agreements, joint ventures, new product development, go to market strategies and sales force development and management. Understanding of and experience in MBE / Diversity business development.

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