TEDxFoCo - Danni Grant - Radical Collaboration September 29, 2011

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In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)

A creative entrepreneur since her twenties, Dani has been managing businesses and employees, developing operational systems and cultivating ideas in various fields including commercial construction development, manufacturing and family entertainment. Dani is a natural project manager and applies those skills and her broad business experience as well as her degree in psychology from George Washington University to all her endeavors. With a small chain of bowling centers that are thriving in Northern Colorado, Dani found an opportunity to carve out time to turn her passion for music and Fort Collins into a non-profit 501-C-3 called SpokesBUZZ Fort Collins. SpokesBUZZ is devoted to globally promoting the sound and culture of Fort Collins in order to positively impact the Fort Collins economy. She is the founder and president of that organization and is committed to its success.

Dani and her husband Matt Hoeven also recently acquired the legendary music venue, Mishawaka Amphitheatre. This venue is being revitalized and they intend for it to be a shining star on the northern Colorado map, drawing interest to the region in terms of music and culture.

Additionally, Dani serves as a Director for the Rocky Mountain Sustainable Living Association. Dani believes in collaboration and strives to bring organizations and businesses together with the community to achieve success. Dani, her husband and their three daughters enjoy the beautiful outdoor activities that are available to them in Fort Collins in their leisure time.