Dan Powers Email & Phone Number

Louisville, Co, Us

United States

In July, 2020 I was hired on a part-time basis as the first Executive Director of the Society for Science at User Research Facilities. SSURF’s mission is to promote and serve the interests of the nation’s vast network of research facilities open to the scientific public for experiments ranging from linear accelerators to supercomputers, radio and space telescopes to synchrotrons and much more. I will direct programming and communications to highlight SSURF-sponsored user facilities to elected officials, private sector technology companies and civic leaders. This includes organizing the annual membership meeting, managing volunteer engagement, arranging on-site tours (as appropriate given COVID-19 protocols) and overseeing the launch of a new website and additional digital media.Creating robust connections with Congressional leaders and professional technologists to enhance the perception and engagement with SSURF members will be the driving force of my role. Learn more at www.SSURF.org.

Boulder, Co

CO-LABS is a non-profit consortium of federal laboratories, research institutions, businesses and economic development organizations that provide financial and in-kind support for programs that promote the retention and expansion of Colorado's scientific resources. Our goal is to keep research labs in Colorado funded, and keep them HERE. Our vision is to make Colorado the most robust center of innovation in the world. I started with CO-LABS on an interim basis in August 2015 with an immediate directive to assist with the 7th Annual Governor's Award for High-Impact Research & champion the mission of this remarkable organization. In January 2016 I formally took on the Executive Director role. I manage multiple lab visits with VIPs, communications, the bi-annual Economic Impact Study and the Annual Governor's Awards for High Impact Research event.Colorado has one of the highest per capita concentrations of federal science, research and engineering facilities in the nation. The state has over 30 federally-funded research labs with renowned scientists whose research has global impact in a range of fields including agriculture, climate and weather, earth science, materials science, natural resource management, renewable energy, space physics and telecommunications. These labs employ nearly 8,000 scientists and engineers and contribute more than $2.6 billion to the state economy each year, supporting innovation and growth in high- tech industries. Our Mission:• PROMOTE Colorado as a global leader in research and technology• EDUCATE the public about the labs’ impact and importance of sustained funding for research • CONNECT the labs, universities and businesses to facilitate partnerships and technology transfer We convene the state's premier scientific research recognition event: the Governor’s Award for High-Impact Research honors Colorado scientists and engineers for outstanding achievements. Visit www.CO-LABS.org. #sciencematters

Boulder, Colorado

I am a storyteller, a broadcaster, an analyst and communication strategist. I excel at distilling a company's best attributes, activities, community impacts and other positive traits they wish to highlight. I can communicate this information using social media, traditional written communication and via public speaking. I am most proficient at Twitter and Linked In terms of online engagement with relevant audiences. I write spotlight articles for businesses, non-profits and related groups who need to get their message out and often have not had any formal public relations protocols. Typically this is done without direct attribution; for example earlier this year I ghost-wrote a book for a Boulder entrepreneur expanding her marketing efforts. The best part is hearing my clients say "you really captured the essence of what we do and why we do it!"Are your opportunities shaped by govt. decisions and/or social trends? In my consulting role I specialize in assessing the political and regulatory landscape affecting companies. I provide Regulatory Prediction: researching, analyzing and connecting various policy trends and their likelihood of coming together to shape new requirements and/or opportunities for various industries.I also have a penchant for making connections between people who should know each other. I am an experienced liaison and interpreter between often indifferent, distrustful stakeholders, i.e. companies and politicians; regulators and industry organizations, neighborhood activists and developers. I help organizations advance their mission through savvy, good faith communication. Let me help tell your audience why you are important, relevant and necessary.

Boulder

Since 1997 Boulder Tomorrow has advocated for pragmatic policies that nurture the economy of the Boulder Valley and I am guiding the evolution of this group into a new chapter of constructive engagement with the theme "The Best Business Ideas Shaping Boulder's Future". My duties include developing highly compelling presentations for the membership; development and implementation of a strategic communication plan, increased membership and influence regarding new & evolving policies that serve to nurture the resiliency and growth of Boulder area businesses. We are known for hosting analytical, provocative public forums meant to provide business-minded perspectives to complex issues facing Boulder and the region. We are willing to bring forward experts and advocates on issues that other organizations do not have the political will or direct mission to do so. Our forums and projects are specifically meant to provide a “safe place” for thoughtful and pragmatic leaders from across the political and civic spectrum to understand more of the business community’s ideas. Topics are chosen for their complexity, provocative nature and relevance to how Boulder can evolve. The audience includes a range of business leaders, elected officials, VCs, developers, activists, academics, non-profit reps and savvy residents who know robust discussions lead to better decisions. We look to guiding documents such as Boulder’s Economic Sustainability Strategy, the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan and the goals of the Blue Ribbon Commission on Revenue Stabilization to inform our efforts.We believe our experiences as local business leaders offer unique and powerful insight into how to make Boulder the best place to live in the world.

Boulder, Colorado

Outreach, advocacy and branding of Western Disposal's 40+years of innovations in waste management, recycling and composting services. Launched "MyWestern" smartphone app, new website and social media platforms to explain how and why Western s "The Way to a Better Environment." Also managed philanthropic budget and various regulatory and policy issues affecting Western and our customers from state legislation to local zero waste and other environmental goals.

Boulder

Responsible for advocacy and regulatory research on behalf of 1700 member organizations regarding city, county and state -level policies and laws affecting the economic vitality of the Boulder area.

Boulder Co

For ten years I researched and planned specialized vacations for savvy travelers looking for very specific experiences. My business model was borne of the rise in internet-accessible information in the late 90s and an intentional focus on working as a consultant for the traveler, not as a paid/commissioned employee of a given travel company. By removing the commission incentive on my side, I was free to find the exact best niche options for my clients, following very thorough brainstorming and visioning conversations with them about the experience they wanted to manifest. We would always answer "What would make this trip a 10 on a 10 scale for you?" and then, the best part - "What would make this an 11?". The tagline that I emphasized was "TripData: We find what's best for you, not us." The best part of the job was hearing after a client returned "That was even better than we imagined."

Greater Denver Area

Within the Human Dimensions Section (a reference at the time to the role humans play as a significant influence on wildlife and the environment) I researched best practices in various hunting and game management regulations. Hunter surveys, weapon regulations, Wildlife Commission and Dept. of Natural Resources rule-making processes and related customer service projects filled my days. A highlight was developing the intake forms and protocols for chronic wasting disease testing around the state.

Ba, Environmental Conservation

Mba Certificate, Sustainable Business Leadership