Dan Meijer
About Dan Meijer
Dan Meijer serves as the Event Lead and Head of Speaker Programming at Web Summit, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in marketing and event management, having previously held roles including Director of Sport and Content Producer at Web Summit.
Current Role at Web Summit
Dan Meijer currently serves as Event Lead and Head of Speaker Programming at Web Summit. In this role, he is responsible for curating content and managing live production for the Centre Stage, which accommodates an audience of 15,000. He focuses on building relationships with prominent figures and industry-leading media to enhance the speaker lineup for the event.
Previous Experience at Web Summit
Before his current position, Dan held multiple roles at Web Summit. He worked as a Content Producer from 2019 to 2021, where he contributed to the development of event content. Following this, he served as Director of Sport from 2021 to 2022, overseeing sports-related programming and initiatives for the event.
Education and Qualifications
Dan Meijer studied at Technological University Dublin, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from 2013 to 2017. He also completed his secondary education at The High School, Dublin, achieving his Leaving Certificate from 2005 to 2011. His educational background has equipped him with skills relevant to his roles in marketing and event programming.
Past Role at HLB Ireland
Prior to joining Web Summit, Dan worked as a Marketing Executive at HLB Ireland from 2015 to 2017. In this position, he was involved in marketing strategies and initiatives that contributed to the firm's outreach and engagement efforts.
Specialization in Speaker Programming
Dan specializes in media messaging and acquisition for high-profile speakers at Web Summit. His expertise in building relationships with recognizable names in various industries plays a crucial role in enhancing the event's speaker lineup and overall programming.