Daniel Kirkham

Daniel Kirkham is the President of East 7th, formerly known as Ad Specialties of Oregon NW, Inc. He has been in this role since April 2010, leading the company for over 14 years.1 East 7th is a promotional branding agency that specializes in marketing campaigns using promotional products and apparel.1

Professional Background

Daniel has a strong background in business development, with skills in fostering relationships, negotiation, business planning, sales, and marketing.1 He is a second-generation owner-operator of the company, which recently rebranded from Ad Specialties of Oregon NW to East 7th in 2024.12

Education and Early Career

Kirkham's educational background includes:

• Studies at Pacific University
• Economics at Lewis & Clark College (2004)
• B.S. in Entrepreneurship from the University of Oregon Lundquist College of Business (2005-2007)1

Before becoming president, he worked as a Regional Sales Representative for JELD-WEN, inc., managing window and door sales in NW Washington and Alaska through The Home Depot Channel, overseeing a territory with $24 million in sales.1

Additional Roles and Interests

Outside of his main role, Daniel has been involved in various positions:

• Head Girls Golf Coach at Lake Oswego High School (2015-2021)
• Assistant Men's Basketball Coach at Lewis & Clark College (2017-2018)
• Board member of the Oregon City Chamber of Commerce (2012-2015)1

He describes himself as a passionate competitive amateur golfer and has a personal philosophy inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.: "The time is always right to do what is right".1

Daniel Kirkham's leadership and experience in the promotional products industry, combined with his diverse background in sports coaching and community involvement, contribute to his role as President of East 7th.