Daniel M. Ablan
Education
Valparaiso University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) , Broadcast Journalism | Photojournalism -
Morgan Park Academy
, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program -Work Experience
Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
Current
Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
University of Notre Dame
2012-06-01 - 2024-09-01
University of Notre Dame
Aledade, Inc.
2021-06-01 - 2022-10-01
Aledade, Inc.
Anthem, Inc.
2016-05-01 - 2021-06-01
Anthem, Inc.
Sears
2016-02-01 - 2016-05-01
Sears
Grainger
2015-09-01 - 2016-01-01
Grainger
Beam Suntory
2014-09-01 - 2015-08-01
Beam Suntory
3DGarage.com
2003-01-01 - 2015-07-01
3DGarage.com
AGA Digital Studios, Inc.
2002-11-01 - 2014-11-01
AGA Digital Studios, Inc.
Pearson
2002-03-01 - 2012-11-01
Pearson
Skills
Summary
With 20+ years of experience in creative direction, brand strategy, digital and creative / multimedia production, I lead teams in crafting innovative, tech-forward solutions that elevate brands and engage audiences. My expertise spans visual identity, UX/UI design, 3D animation, audio/video production, and customer experience, balancing strategy with hands-on execution. As a certified professional photographer, author of 17 books, guest lecturer at Notre Dame, and speaker at industry events, I’m passionate about using storytelling and technology to drive creative, learning and brand growth.
