Dan McDermott

Managing Director

Areas of Expertise

Technology Assessments & Prioritized Roadmap Development

Conducts comprehensive technology evaluations and develops practical, phased roadmaps aligned to business priorities.

Acquisition Technology Integration

Leads post-acquisition technology integration efforts to ensure system alignment, data continuity, and operational stability.

Data Improvement & Consolidation

Strengthens data environments by improving structure, reporting accuracy, and cross-system integration.

Cyber Risk Management

Implements proactive risk management solutions that protect systems, data, and organizational integrity.

BEFORE GROWTH OPERATORS
  • Tank Holding Corporation
    • Chief Information Officer
  • Starkey Hearing Technologies
    • Sr. Director IT
  • Regis Corporation
    • AVP of IT
  • Allianz Life
    • Sr. Director IT
  • Accenture
    • Senior Consultant
ALMA MATER
  • Saint John's University
    • Bachelor of Science – Business Management and Computer Science
  • University of Oklahoma
    • Price College of Business, MBA – Finance Concentration
Something You Should Know
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Outside of work, I enjoy staying active, whether it’s logging miles on a run, competing on the pickleball court, or having a day on the golf course. I value time with my family and rarely miss a chance to cheer on Saint John’s “Johnnies” athletics.

As Managing Director of Information Technology at Growth Operators, Dan partners with middle-market leaders to strengthen enterprise applications, advance data maturity, and manage cyber risk, delivering measurable business value to clients. He focuses on aligning technology strategy with operational goals, ensuring systems, data, and security frameworks support growth, scalability, and performance.

Dan’s expertise spans comprehensive technology assessments, prioritized roadmap development, acquisition technology integration, data consolidation initiatives, and cyber risk management. He works closely with executive teams to modernize technology environments, improve reporting capabilities, and reduce operational risk while building strong, capable IT teams.

Known for his collaborative leadership style and ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business insights, he serves as a strategic advisor to organizations navigating growth, transition, or transformation. By combining systems expertise with relationship-driven leadership, he helps clients create technology foundations that support their long-term success.

STRENGTHS

  • Skilled in conveying information clearly and effectively, ensuring understanding across diverse audiences.
  • Collaborative
  • Relationship Builder
  • Strategic Advisor and Consultant
  • Systems and Reporting Savvy
  • Team Leadership & Development
Growth Operators has built a strong foundation as a trusted partner across Finance, Accounting, and HR. I’m excited to help extend that impact through technology, aligning enterprise systems, data strategy, and cyber risk management with business goals. When technology is intentional and integrated, it doesn’t just support the organization — it accelerates growth and unlocks smarter decision-making.

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