Dan Evans

Vice President, Marketing & Business DevelopmentSan Antonio, TX
Areas of Expertise

Customer Relationship Management, Executive Leadership Recruitment

About

A growth-focused marketing and business development executive, Dan brings more than two decades of experience building brands, generating demand, and helping organizations accelerate growth. His career spans executive leadership roles across professional services, financial services, insurance, government, and talent acquisition, where he has consistently connected strategy to execution to drive measurable business results.

Known for his ability to align marketing, communications, and business development efforts, Dan has led initiatives ranging from global brand expansion and demand generation to employer branding and talent engagement. His leadership approach, shaped by his experience as a decorated military veteran, combines strategic vision with disciplined execution, enabling organizations to strengthen market presence, enhance stakeholder engagement, and achieve sustainable growth.

Dan earned Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the University of the Incarnate Word.

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