High Tech pumps billions into our economy.. find out how, here

After being accepted by Royal Roads University, Dan transferred from Trent University where he started in Political Science after unexpectedly getting elected to Georgina City Council when he was 22. Fortunately for Dan, one of his RRU profs was Doug Taylor, the then CEO of VIATEC. They hit it off and two weeks after graduating Dan started on a 7-month contract.

Dan loves how the not-for-profit world allows his entrepreneurial spirit to flourish while making a difference helping other entrepreneurs realize their dreams. Having previously operated his own IT support company and a publishing company, Dan knows how tough starting a business can be and he takes great satisfaction from playing any role he can in helping others achieve their goals.

20 years later, Dan's 7-month contract has turned into a career and in 2005, he was promoted to leading the organization. A lover of creativity and innovation, Dan takes pride in VIATEC's unique approach to serving its members.

Dan's Talk:

The 2023 Economic Impact Study showcases the remarkable growth and substantial contributions of Victoria’s tech sector. We worked long and hard with an Economist to produce these significant results, using data from 1,173 local tech companies. The study highlights several key findings:

• Total Economic Impact: $7.8 billion
• Growth Since 2017: 50.8% increase
• Job Creation: 19.3% more net jobs

These findings illustrate the tech sector's significant role in bolstering Victoria’s economy, positioning it as a crucial driver of local prosperity. The study not only underscores the impressive advancements made but also emphasizes the importance of ongoing support and investment to maintain and accelerate this momentum.