Building Centricity
ProblemMid-sized real estate operators needed institutional-grade accounting, HR and insurance but could not justify building it themselves.
RoleRecruited as founding President to build the company from an idea.
ActionWe built the legal framework, org structure and operating model, took it to market, and ran it on EOS, a management framework for setting priorities and holding a team accountable.
ResultProfitable within two years. Sales pipeline up 10x in five months. About $1.2M in client savings.
“He and his entire team have been exceptional partners to us, caring for our business as if it were their own.”Rick Jones · CEO and Founder, Caliber Living · Client · 2026
The resident experience platform
ProblemPrivatized student housing had few operators built around student success.
RoleFirst employee at Campus Advantage. Built the program.
ActionDesigned a resident experience platform, a national training curriculum, and the conferences that developed its student leaders.
ResultRan across the national portfolio, reached 250,000+ residents, increased resident retention, and was later implemented in an international consulting engagement.
“Dan developed and executed an outstanding residence life program for Campus Advantage. It is in place at every site, approximately 50 right now.”Chip Schell · Director of Administration · Colleague · 2008
The Centricity wind-down
ProblemBoth parent companies were acquired and Centricity no longer fit their plans, even though it was profitable and growing.
RolePresident, responsible for how it ended.
ActionWe promised clients and staff a red carpet exit, supported every client’s move to new HR and accounting providers, and delivered final financials on the last day.
ResultEvery client was successfully transitioned, and our people were connected with recruiters and new roles.
“Dan is the leader you trust. He’s the one who keeps his word.”Jenny Higgins · Colleague for seven years, Campus Advantage and Centricity · 2026
