Dan Gigante

Dan Gigante is a seasoned technology professional and serial entrepreneur based in Buffalo, NY. He has co-founded multiple companies, including the marketing agencies 19 Ideas and clevermethod, and the social enterprises Went and You and Who. His career demonstrates a strong blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and a passion for community impact. dangigante+3

He is a staunch advocate for Buffalo's tech and startup industry, notably founding Startup Weekend Buffalo and serving as an organizer, mentor, and participant for many years. He emphasizes a 'win or learn' mindset, seeing challenges as opportunities for growth, which he shared in his TEDxYouth@Buffalo talk. dangigante+2

Dan has a notable commitment to social entrepreneurship and community service. This is evident through his work with You and Who, a buy-one-give-one apparel company, his partnership in 26 Shirts which raises funds for local families, and his active role as a member and director of the BNMC Rotary Club. dangigante+3