Dan Lakis

Speaker Summary

Dan Lakis is a seasoned educator and analytics expert, blending the worlds of data-driven insights and innovative education. He earned his Master’s degree in International Economics from the University of California, San Diego as a SYLFF Fellow, and a Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Finance from Miami University.

Areas of Expertise

Innovation

Full Profile

Dan played a pivotal role as Vice Principal and founding teacher of Ad Astra School on the SpaceX campus, which later evolved into a fully online school called Astra Nova School, co-founded by Dan. There, he was instrumental in developing and delivering groundbreaking learning experiences for students worldwide.

Dan has also held advisory, consultancy, and full-time roles in data analysis and project management at multiple large technology companies. In these roles, he gained experience in managing teams and providing impactful data-driven solutions to reduce costs, increase revenue, and enhance efficiency.

Dan is dedicated to bringing industry-standard skills, knowledge, and research-backed mindsets to learners globally, leveraging his extensive experience in practical data analysis and progressive education.