Daniel Protz

Pioneer
DISC Type : Dis

Co-CEO, Co-Founder at Codelabs Global

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Overview

Daniel is the Founder and CEO of FlavorWiki, a technology company focused on consumer insights for the food and beverage industry. With an MBA from Stanford and experience at firms like Groupon and Goldman Sachs, he specializes in leveraging data and technology for e-commerce. People often describe him as focused, efficient, and hard-working.

Outside of his entrepreneurial ventures, Daniel is an accomplished athlete who has climbed Mt. Everest and was a World Champion in rowing in 1999. He has lived in several countries and maintains a keen interest in global issues such as Climate Change, Economic Equality, and Immigration Policy.

He won a gold medal for the USA in the Mens Coxed Four event at the 1999 World Rowing Championships.

Personality Overview

Friendly But Fast

Decisive But Friendly

Driven But Considerate

If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product  They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)

Topics They Care About

Food Tech Innovation
As CEO of FlavorWiki, he frequently discusses using AI, machine learning, and digital solutions to innovate within the consumer insights and food ingredient industries.
Entrepreneurial Growth
He founded or co-founded five businesses, growing FlavorWiki from a solo venture to a 55-person company, demonstrating a focus on scaling startups.
Global Market Strategy
In interviews and posts, he emphasizes the importance of understanding local consumer preferences and cultural nuances for international brand success, especially in the APAC region.

Media Appearances

Webinar | The FlavorWiki Solution: Know Your Market. Featured in FlavorWiki

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Daniel Protz - FlavorWiki | Having A Taste Of Success - Swisspreneur. Featured in Swisspreneur

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Work History

9-2023
Co-CEO, Co-Founder at Codelabs Global
11-2015 - 4-2017
Senior Director of Operations and Inventory Management at Groupon
1-2015
CEO, Founder at FlavorWiki
4-2014 - 10-2015
Head of Sales Operations: Groupon Goods EMEA at Groupon
10-2013 - 3-2014
Senior Manager: Chief of Staff at Groupon

Education

2005 - 2007
MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business
1995 - 1998
BA from Dartmouth College

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Exp : 9 Location : Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Job Level : Leadership Designation : Co-CEO, Co-Founder at Codelabs Global
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Insights For Selling To Daniel

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention
  • During followups, use calls or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don't lean very heavily into providing too much information, sharing whitepapers etc.
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Daniel is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Daniel

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Daniel move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Daniel take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Daniel

Personality Compatibility


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