Hello!

Nice to meet you. I’m Daniel Skehan.

As an independent contractor and entreprenuer for over 20 years, I’ve implemented a variety of creative solutions and business strategies for myriad industries. From real estate transactions to website solutions, brand consultation and more, you can think of me as as the ultimate utility player poised to help propel your goals forward.

I'm currently pursuing new paths in real estate partnerships, SME consulting and brand architecture along with Big Island sustainable business development. I’d love to hear from you!

At my core.

  • Adept at evaluating complex problems and providing inventive and value-added solutions. Uniquely able to communicate to both ultra left and right brained thinkers.

  • 15+ years as a successful commission-only based independent contractor and business owner.

  • I’m never in it for the quick sale. When it comes to business relationships, I believe slow and steady wins the race.

  • Just because it can’t be seen doesn’t mean it’s not right in front of our noses. I’m always seeking for alternative or more efficient ways to get the deal done.

Problem Solver

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Ultimate Wingman

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Jack of All Trades

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Utility Player

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Problem Solver • Ultimate Wingman • Jack of All Trades • Utility Player •

Born and raised in Indiana, I’ve continued to venture west for work and play. First Chicago, then Silicon Valley, and now the Big Island, HI. Aloha!

Currently @ PERSONIFY, INC.

Personify, a full-service branding studio, was started by my beautifully talented wife, Krista Skehan, in 2005. I joined her in 2009 following ± 10 years in commercial real estate.  What was intended to be a temporary career placeholder, turned out to be an exciting entreprenueral endeavor which satisfies my unique ability and desire to bounce back and forth between analytical and creative roles. I’ve served a variety of clients over the years ranging from real estate professionals, to venture capital, hospitality, non-profits, and more. I’m passionate about adding value to businesses whether it be through creative strategies or operational efficiencies.

Visit more on Personify.us
/about /work /real estate

On a personal note

When I’m not working, you may find me…

  • Hanging with the family for movie nights

  • Enjoying the seldom occurring good round of golf

  • Watching college sports

  • Building custom wood frames

  • In the yard or around the house attempting to fix something (sometimes successfully!)

  • Strumming the 6-string

  • Hanging with the puppy

  • Sipping on a red wine or pale ale

Background/Experience/Education

Co-Owner/CFO
Personify is a full-service branding & creative studio centered on client personalization. We help new products and businesses get off the ground, and existing brands take on new life by creating unique, professional brands that advance reputations and develop lasting impressions. Primary roles at Personify include; business development, client relationship management, copywriting, naming, brand consultation, website site planning, IT/Tech support, payroll and accounting. Raised revenue over 400% and tripled employees in first 3 years.

Personify, Inc.

2009-Current

Licensed Real Estate Broker
Brokers license first in Chicago for Inland Real Estate (2003-2005) and then in Palo Alto for Cornish & Carey Commercial (now Newmark). Primarily concentrated in the sales of owner-user and privately held investment properties in the San Francisco’s Mid-Peninsula markets. Oversaw the entire sales process to generate and facilitate real estate transactions including: property valuation, site inspections, time-sensitive marketing, tax exchange and financing benefits.

Involved in over 500 thousand square feet of sale and lease transactions valued in excess of $125 Million.

Real Estate Sales

2003-2009

2001-2003

Arthur Andersen, LLP

Property Valuation Services Group, Chicago, IL
Experience in strategic implementation of cost, sales, insurable value, and income approaches to appraise various classes of retail, office, multi-family and industrial properties. Routinely consulted with a variety of clients to support a range of business interests including: financing, purchase allocations, insurance studies, tax appeals, litigation support, feasibility studies, due diligence, and highest and best use issues.  Projects during tenure at company include the valuation of a 700,000 square foot industrial portfolio, 627 unit apartment complex, self-storage portfolio, and retail chains around the county.

Bloominton, IN. B.S. in Finance/Real Estate. 1997-2001
Classes included upper level finance, accounting, operations management, and real estate development, appraisal, and law. Activities include:

/Phi Gamma Delta; Executive Board, Intramural Chair
/Indiana University Student Foundation
/Foreign study program in London. Experience incorporated extensive European travel.

Education

Indiana University

Send me an email, or better yet, give me a call:

+1 650/814/0697

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