Member Profiles
Dan Gardella
nycTIES Information
Current or Alumni
Current Member
Role
CFO, Project Management Team Leader, Volunteer
Team(s)
Executive Committee, Project Management
Member Since
2008
Questions
What are your first thoughts on what the nycTIES' mission of accountable philanthropy has instilled in you?
nycTIES' mission of and focus on accountable philanthropy has led to the creation of a unique organization that not only gives back to the NYC community but provides opportunities for friendship, creative thinking and impactful volunteerism.
My post-work drink is __________ whereas my drink on a first date is ___________ !
Maker's on the rocks / I haven't been on a first date in over ten years
In your words, how would you describe the personalities of nycTIES' Members? Would they scare you, add to your professional or social networks, or just give you something to write home about?
Though it can be scary to join a new organization, the personalities of nycTIES' members definitely added to my professional and social networks.
'Hipster' or 'Square'? (Or to clarify, are you left-handed or right-handed? Are they related??
Brad Hunter would probably say I'm square.
If your own NYC community can be described in a movie scene or song, it would be: (insert Youtube link here)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHOgiVfYcvc
What do you really think about brunch in NYC?
Awesome. Try Norma's.
Describe a moment/experience when I knew I was a true fan of nycTIES
After attending my first nycTIES fundraiser, it became clear that these people were legit. It's amazing what a group of dedicated professionals can accomplish simply by leveraging their respective networks.
What is the nycTIES time commitment like for you?
Commitment is a non-issue. The commitment is whatever you want it to be. Obviously, leadership roles require a greater commitment.
Education
Undergraduate Institution
Baruch College - CUNY
Postgraduate Institution
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
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