Danny Simpson FIOD

Pioneer
DISC Type : DIS

Chief Executive Officer at MID Digital Solutions

Manchester Area, United Kingdom

Overview

Danny Simpson is a portfolio Managing Director and CEO in the tech and communications sectors, leading firms like MID Digital Solutions and Sales Geek. He focuses on driving growth and innovation with a "purpose beyond profit" philosophy and is recognized for scaling businesses. People he has worked with often describe him as having positive energy.

Danny is a passionate advocate for gender equality in business, earning multiple awards for his allyship. He is heavily involved in community work, notably as a trustee for Cash for Kids Greater Manchester, and enjoys running, not for speed or distance, but for maintaining a positive mindset.

He was named Remarkable Male Leader in 2024 and received the Male Ally award in 2025 for his impactful support of women in leadership.

Personality Overview

Decisive But Friendly

Dynamic But Sincere

Friendly But Fast

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) If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product

Topics They Care About

Gender Equality
A recognized champion for women in business, he has received the "Male Ally award" (2025) and was named "Remarkable Male Leader" (2024) for his advocacy.
Purpose-Driven Business
Operates with a strong belief in "purpose beyond profit, " applying this philosophy across his leadership roles in both commercial and non-profit sectors.
Community Fundraising
Actively supports disadvantaged children as a trustee for the charity Cash for Kids Greater Manchester, helping to manage thousands of applications for support.

Media Appearances

Danny has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2025
Chief Executive Officer at MID Digital Solutions
6-2021 - 9-2025
Managing Director at MID Digital Solutions
8-2025
Non Executive Director at Honeyman Developments
1-2025
Managing Director at Sales Geek
11-2020
Non Executive Director at Kingfisher Learning Trust

Education

1992 - 1997
Education details unavailable from Mathew moss high

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Exp : 6 Location : Manchester Area, United Kingdom Job Level : Leadership Designation : Chief Executive Officer at MID Digital Solutions
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Insights For Selling To Danny

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage
  • During followups, use calls or text if needed, they should be fine

DONT's

  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves
  • Don't lean very heavily into providing too much information, sharing whitepapers etc.
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a formal approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Danny 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 Danny

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

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Danny move?

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

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

You And Danny

Personality Compatibility


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