Daniel Behrendt

Daniel Behrendt, a seasoned corporate business development strategist with over 15 years of experience, has a successful track record in driving innovation, partnerships, and M&A across matrixed organizations. He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of California, Davis, an MBA from INSEAD, and a B.A in Political Economies of Industrial Society from the University of California, Berkeley. An expert in both Korean and Chinese languages, Behrendt has held senior roles in notable firms like Honeywell, Marchex, Samsung Electronics, CJ ENM ENTERTAINMENT DIV, and Microsoft.

Behrendt has an impressive background in executing deal strategies, mergers, and acquisitions, while leading teams to drive revenue in both US and Asian markets. Working with Affirm, Behrendt collaborates in M&A integration and oversees strategic partnerships. His professional career cuts across different industries spanning technology, gaming, entertainment, and corporate business development.