Daniel Vandersteen

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Owner at The Dutch Shop

St Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Daniel Vandersteen is the owner of The Dutch Shop, a role he took on in 2019 after a successful career in graphic design and web development. A Mohawk College graduate, he leverages his background in marketing and technology to modernize one of Grimsbys oldest businesses, expanding its reach across North America.

He is an active member of his local business community, serving as Chair for the Grimsby Chamber of Commerce and Treasurer for the Grimsby Downtown BIA. Daniel is passionate about helping local businesses realize their full potential, balancing a respect for tradition with opportunities to innovate and reimagine business.

Interesting fact: His relationship with The Dutch Shop began years before he owned it, when he was hired as a graphic design student to enhance the stores marketing.

Personality Overview

Imaginative

Full Of Energy

Big Picture Person

They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.  Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are always positive and upbeat, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.

Topics They Care About

Small Business Modernization
As owner of an established local shop, he focuses on respecting tradition while modernizing and reimagining the business to expand its reach and potential.
Dutch Groceries & Culture
He owns and operates Canada's #1 online source for Dutch groceries, specializing in items like Dutch cheese and salted black licorice.
Local Business Advocacy
Serves as the Chair of the Grimsby Chamber of Commerce and Treasurer of the Downtown BIA, showing a deep commitment to his local business community.

Media Appearances

A slice of freedom at The Dutch Shop in Grimsby. Featured in The Spec

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Work History

5-2019
Owner at The Dutch Shop
3-2018
Graphic / Web Designer at REV Publishing Inc.
8-2016
Design Coordinator at Jay Line
6-2015 - 5-2016
Designer at Stesco Global Packaging
2014
Freelance Designer at The Pod Media

Education

2012 - 2015
Graphic Design from Mohawk College

More Information

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Prographics :

Exp : 13 Location : St Catharines, Ontario, Canada Job Level : Middle Designation : Owner at The Dutch Shop
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Insights For Selling To Daniel

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use adjectives like ‘amazing’, ‘coolest’, ‘unbelievable’ etc.
  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.
  • Speak enthusiastically with energy, maintain a clear and confident tone

DONT's

  • Don’t push them to make a decision too fast, let them get comfortable first
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust
  • Avoid overloading them with too much detail

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Daniel is

  • Relationship and rapport can play an important role, sometimes more than the other factors.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Daniel

  • They will probably never say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Daniel move?

  • They are not the quickest decision makers, their friendly attitude could be misleading.
  • Can Daniel take some risk or not?

  • They may take certain risks that they deem unlikely of personal repercussions.

You And Daniel

Personality Compatibility


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