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Dan Keene
Founder, Exec⏐Venture Partner & EiR @ stealth web3 VC⏐ Forbes 30U30
Dan Keene is a seasoned executive and founder known for his expertise in driving growth through business development, sales, licensing, and capital raising across sectors like web3, entertainment, consumer tech, and climate.
With a track record of multiple successful exits, Dan is committed to building and scaling brands tailored to captivate the next generation of consumers.
In his recent role as Chief Business Officer, Dan led the growth and launch of a $4 billion cross-chain gaming token and platform, achieving significant milestones such as $8.6 billion BNB staked pre-listing and securing listings on top exchanges like Binance, ByBit, and Kraken.
He also steered a top 10 global NFT entertainment brand to over $300 million GMV within a year through strategic partnerships and licensing deals with industry leaders in both web2 and web3, while also securing over $50 million in venture funding.
Dan's previous venture, Pushme, was successfully acquired by TIER, the world's largest micro-mobility operator, after raising over $650 million from major investors like SoftBank and Goldman Sachs.
At Pushme, he oversaw the launch of 450k vehicles across 500 cities, generating hundreds of millions in ARR, and established the world's largest energy station network in partnership with renowned brands like 7-Eleven, McDonald's, and Shell, earning him recognition in Forbes 30 Under 30 list.
Before his entrepreneurial endeavors, Dan gained experience in investment banking at prestigious firms like Greenhill, Credit Suisse/UBS, and Natixis CIB Americas, where he focused on M&A, restructuring, and alternative investments.
Dan's educational background includes studying BSc Business Administration - BBA at the University of Bath and attending Sedbergh School.
Throughout his career, Dan has held key roles in various organizations such as Stealth web3 VC, SOSV, TIER Mobility, Superduper, and Deliveroo, contributing his expertise in business development, operations, strategy, and investment banking.