Dan was never my manager, but I watched him work with his team and he's one of the best managers I've ever seen, and I'm a management coach and consultant myself. Dan is approachable and caring and really engages and supports his team. He knows a thing or two about leadership and helping leaders who are struggling be better.

As a Talent Acquisition professional, I have seen first hand the incredible value of coaching for candidates—especially those looking to pivot industries or roles—and I can think of no one better to provide that support than Dan! Dan’s enthusiasm is contagious and will allow you to better recognize your own potential. Dan will also challenge you to grow professionally and personally. Dan’s humility and humor also ensure that your coaching sessions will feel encouraging, inspiring, and fun! There is so much to learn from Dan, and his wealth of knowledge will benefit any professional seeking to grow in their career or pursue a new path.

Dan has been a mentor to me in my personal and professional life for many years. He is a thoughtful and empathetic leader who develops strong cultures within the teams he is responsible for. The results that he has achieved over the years are a testament to his vision and his willingness to try new strategies. He is also a relentless optimist and the conversations that we have had over the years have inspired me and provided new insight into several challenges I’ve faced as a Regional Sales Manager leading sales team across the Western United States. Anyone looking to branch into a leadership role or hoping to overcome a challenge in their career would benefit from meeting with Dan. The best thing about working with Dan is his energetic and disarming communication style. He is easy to talk to even when discussing challenging and uncomfortable topics. I would highly recommend scheduling some time to meet with Dan.

When I was working at a tech company Dan was my manager and hired me for my position. I remember right after the interview thinking that he seems like a wonderful manager that would be actually enjoyable to work under. That instinct was 100% correct. The reason Dan is so amazing at what he does is because he actually has a vested interest in you as a human not just an employee. Dan is probably the most personable and relatable person I know. He easily makes friends with any and every type of person. Dan had so much life experience across many different workplaces, career paths and hobbies that he always seems to have a way to connect with anyone on a deeper meaningful level. Most importantly he believes in you and that was always the thing that pushed me to hit my goals and improve. He also believes in himself. Seeing how Dan takes on the world always inspired me to believe in myself more and take bigger risk. This was because I saw how much joy Dan would get out of trying something new and being bold and strategic.

The thing I like most about Dan is also the thing that I think would make him an excellent mentor, that is his ability to unite an infectious sense of humor with a very grounded reverence for the important things in life. This is what kept me coming back to the Young Life gatherings he lead when I was In high school. It’s what made our weekly, early morning, get togethers at a “greasy spoon” diner so influential, formative and fun. It’s also what made him the obvious choice as an officiant for my wedding. His light hearted presence and thoughtful council helped me through my teenage years and my transition into adulthood and it is what I think would make him an outstanding counselor for anyone.

Dan was and always will be one of the most impactful managers and mentors I’ve had the chance to work with. Not only providing outstanding leadership, Dan’s support is that of genuine care and friendship. As my manager, Dan gave me insight and perspective to always look forward and live shamelessly. Being someone who has always lived day by day, I’d never really been goal driven. Dan helped me understand how to celebrate small wins and reach for what I want, no matter how unattainable it may seem in the moment. Dan’s positive energy and unequivocal support not only lead me to success in my career at the time we worked together, but has continued to give me the confidence to try new things and trust that I can achieve anything I set my mind to. Working with Dan will undoubtedly change how you think about yourself and your life, can show you to see the brightness in the most mundane of things, and if nothing else, provide a glowing support person to cheer you on at your sidelines. I will forever be grateful I was graced with Dan Roby’s life experience and energy.

Dan is not only an incredible mentor, he is also an incredible human-being. Dan has a way of connecting with people that is unparalleled; he makes you feel at ease being your truest self and that's because he is so effortlessly himself. The best thing about working with Dan is that you will never feel like it is work, it is guaranteed that whatever task you get to do with Dan will be fun and if it not fun then it will at least be insightful. I have been able to recognize where some of my strengths lie and how to better align my goals to my values, and that is because of working with Dan. I am very fortunate to call him a mentor and a friend, he is someone I admire to no end and I cannot recommend him enough as a coach, mentor, or even a friend.

Dan has been so incredible to work with. Not only is he tremendously motivating, he brings his best self every single day. I always feel so encouraged and empowered after communicating with Dan. He has helped me with my career, personally, and overall how to be a better person especially when tackling harder circumstances. I will forever appreciate working with Dan. He's my go-to, that's for sure!

Over the past four years I’ve worked very closely with Dan. I’ve reported directly to him and he is currently my mentor. I can wholeheartedly say that Dan has, and is, the best manager and mentor I’ve ever had. He is also one of the most genuine, caring, and thoughtful human beings I’ve met. He is unlike any other mentor I’ve had, and for good reason. Dan has the unique ability to truly dig deep to help you understand your strengths, your weaknesses, and how to use both to your advantage. He has helped me progress from a junior CSM to a Senior Manager of Customer Success in only 4 years. If it wasn’t for Dan’s advice, guidance, help, motivation, and optimistic nature, I would not be where I am today. I truly mean that. He is one of a kind, and once he becomes your mentor you will understand the weight of the words in this review. If you’re looking for a mentor, looking to progress in your career, or even just looking to become a better version of yourself, Dan will help get you to where you want to be.

For me, Dan is the *first* person that comes to mind when I think of 'Incredibly Fun Co-Workers'! The fascinating real-life experience and perspective that he brings to the table has helped me develop into the best version of my personal and professional self. The time that we've spend together has, without exception, left me feeling refreshed, invigorated, and excited to tackle the next challenge! If you have the opportunity to spend some time with this fella, you've -got- to do it - he has absolutely improved the quality of my life! : )

Both during and after a career pivot, Dan's coaching has been invaluable. Because he has been there himself (nonprofit to SaaS), he knows the barriers and was able to offer empathy, specific insight, and direction. I would imagine that while people like me (trying to land new roles in tech) would benefit from coaching with Dan, I have also now experienced on the other side how his experience and input is invaluable as I am trying to grow in my new role. He has lead teams, built processes, and excelled in Customer Success, so having him as a coach has allowed me to continue to learn from one of the best. I have connected with a few different coaches in the last few years, and he is easily one of the best. I can't more highly recommend.

I've worked directly with Dan in a leadership capacity and watched him coach teams and individuals to success repeatedly. I've watched Dan navigate difficult professional situations with a calm presence that drove quick outcomes and the transformation of individuals and teams. Dan is able to quickly discern what makes people tick and provide guidance to help them navigate life and work. Dan is authentic, genuine and really cares about the humans he interacts with. He sees the potential of every human and brings a positive attitude to every situation. People who have worked with Dan count themselves fortunate, myself included.

Dan was my first manager at Thumbtack, helping me begin what has turned into an amazing career. Dan is the kind of leader/mentor that is actively curious and always asking questions to ensure he has the best understanding of who you are and what your strengths are. I remember being so delighted by how he remembered small details and took what he knew about me to push me and our team into new opportunities. He made every day at work feel less like a chore, and more like an opportunity to make an impact and try something new to move the needle. Dan always helped put things into perspective. When the workload felt overwhelming or we were losing focus on the purpose of what we were doing, he would always bring us back to the big picture. He used to say is something I remind myself often (several times a week!) — “you can only control what you can control”. It has really become a mantra for me in my professional and personal life. There are so many times I have reminded myself of this to take a step back and re-asses the goals of my efforts, helping push me forward to more successful outcomes. Dan has had an incredible impact on me as a person and professional. I would recommend his guidance to anyone wanting to challenge themselves and find fulfillment in what they do.

Dan Roby is one of the most incredible humans. He not only took a shot on me when I had NO experience as a CSM, but he saw the potential in me that I didn't see myself. He taught me how to take my existing skills and translate them to the role and truly empowered me to become the CSM I am today. As a leader, Dan not only communicates clearly a vision you can get behind, but he makes it fun. Work is never fun anymore and I think it should be! We spend the majority of our lives at work and if it isn't fun, is it worth it?? Dan always makes work engaging and a place everyone wants to be. If you are considering Dan as a Coach or Mentor, DO IT. Don't wait because his time will get booked. I have learned so much from him and truly wish I could work alongside him every day.

Dan was my manager when I first became a Customer Success Manager. Through his mentoring and coaching I was able to grow into a Strategic Customer Success Manager position within 6 months. I not only learned how to be more strategic in my job role but also how to be a leader within company. Working with Dan has given me the confidence in my skills and self-empowerment throughout my life. I would highly recommend working with Dan if you get the chance. With his coaching/mentoring he will help open your mind and build value on what matters to you in your life; personal or professional.

In my time working with Dan, there’s really one word that comes to mind.. positive. The word “positive” by definition means constructive, optimistic, or confident. This is the way I see Dan. He’s a wonderful human being and I was incredibly honored to have worked with him. He demonstrated great leadership, coaching & most importantly, patience. The best thing about working with Dan, was how much he valued teamwork and engagement. He made work fun and lighthearted. Anyone who ever has a chance to work with Dan would be lucky to experience him:)

Working with Dan is incredible. His energy and passion is unrivaled. Whenever we meet - he leaves me feeling like I’m unstoppable and can achieve anything. If you’re looking for a coach to help you achieve your goals - you cannot go wrong with Dan.

My name is Mason McAllister, and I was fortunate enough to be hired by Dan for my first job out of college at Thumbtack. Dan helped me hit the ground running and made coming to work something I consistently looked forward to. He was an extremely inclusive leader and made everyone feel welcome and empowered to do their best work. He was excellent at inspiring us as a leader and the best thing about working with Dan is that he made every day fun. I think one of Dan’s greatest strengths is his ability to build relationships and understand individuals motivations, because of this I think he would be an excellent coach/mentor for anyone looking to take themselves to the next level, and I can’t recommend him enough.