Dan Francis
About Dan Francis
Dan Francis is a Journeyman Technician with extensive experience in the consumer electronics industry. He has worked for several companies, including Commercial Electronic Systems, Inc., Black Box, and C SEED Entertainment Systems, and has been involved in various technical and sales roles throughout his career.
Work at Black Box
Dan Francis has been employed at Black Box as a Journeyman Technician since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for infrastructure testing and equipment turn-up. His work contributes to the operational efficiency of the organization, ensuring that systems function correctly and meet industry standards.
Previous Experience in Consumer Electronics
Prior to his current position, Dan Francis worked at Commercial Electronic Systems, Inc. (CES) as a Journeyman Technician from 2016 to 2020. He also served as Head of Sales US at C SEED Entertainment Systems from 2013 to 2015, where he operated in both Chicago, Illinois, and Vienna, Austria. Additionally, he held the position of Account Executive at RGB Lights, Inc. from 2015 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Dan Francis studied at Marmion Academy from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he focused on Electrical Engineering for one year in 1995-1996. His educational background supports his technical expertise in the consumer electronics industry.
Involvement in Special Projects
In his current role, Dan Francis is involved in special projects at the Meta DKL hyper-scale data center when required. This involvement indicates his adaptability and willingness to contribute to significant initiatives within the organization.
Professional Network and Influences
Dan Francis acknowledges several industry professionals who have influenced his career, including Steve Saurs, Ken Meyer, and Mike Tsinberg. He maintains a network of longtime friends in the consumer electronics industry, whom he considers part of his extended family.