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Dan Risner

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Managing Director at Leading Authorities, Inc.
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Dan Risner is the Managing Director at Leading Authorities, Inc. , leveraging his deep experience in corporate entertainment to source speakers and hosts for events. He focuses on creating memorable experiences and holds a degree in Popular Music Studies and Performance.

Outside of his main role, Dan has a background in engaging diverse audiences through his work as a Youth Engagement Officer, where he managed camps and events. He is passionate about creating impactful experiences that put people above process.

Unique Fact: Dan holds a Bachelors degree in Popular Music Studies and Performance from Leeds College of Music.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
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Impactful Storytelling
He focuses on bringing "incredible stories to incredible events" and promotes speakers who discuss pushing boundaries and handling risk.
Learning from Failure
He shared insights from a founder's talk on business "F-ups, " emphasizing the importance of learning and growing from mistakes.
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Career

Work history

2-2024
Managing Director
Leading Authorities, Inc.
9-2017 - 2-2024
Account Manager
Speakers Corner
11-2015 - 2-2018
Youth Engagement Officer
MACCABI LONDON BRADY RECREATIONAL TRUST
6-2014 - 1-2015
Co Director
Beth Sholom Day Camp
1-2012 - 6-2014
Associate Director
Beth Sholom Day Camp
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Education
2005 - 2008
Bachelor's degree
Leeds College of Music
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