Daniel Darling

Daniel Darling is a seasoned entrepreneur and venture capitalist with a global perspective, hailing from Australia and Switzerland, focusing on leading Pre-Seed funding rounds for software startups in the USA and Canada through his company focal.

As the founder and managing partner at focal, Daniel is dedicated to being the first choice for founders seeking initial investment, aiming to bridge Silicon Valley innovation with the global market.

His background encompasses a range of expertise including business strategy, product development, product launch, go-to-market strategies, capital planning, international expansion, and investing.

Daniel has pursued advanced studies in prestigious institutions such as Stanford University Graduate School of Business, Harvard Business School, and the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, covering areas like mergers & acquisitions, venture capital, executive leadership development, and business excellence.

He remains actively engaged in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, having held positions like Podcast Creator at 5 Year Frontier Podcast, mentor at Endless Frontier Labs and G-Startup Worldwide, as well as occupying roles in various companies like Velti, Mobile Interactive Group, and Darling Ventures.

Daniel's diverse experiences ranging from marketing and sales to business strategy and market research, along with his podcasting endeavors and global mindset, reflect his passion for building the future and supporting emerging founders in the tech industry.