Daniel is a founder and former President of PTF, as well as an independent consultant on economic development. He served in the World Bank for almost 30 years before retiring in 1997. His positions included Director for North Africa and Iran, Director of the Asia Region Technical Department, Deputy Director, Personnel Department, Chief, India Country Operations, Chief, Agriculture and Rural Development, Southern Europe. He currently serves as President of a scholarship fund in Kenya, Board Member for a scholarship fund for girls in South Sudan, and Board Member of other NGOs. Dan holds a degree in public administration.