Dante Cook
About Dante Cook
Dante Cook serves as the Head of Swan Business at Swan Bitcoin and has significantly contributed to educational initiatives, including the establishment of a new urban high school model at Purdue Polytechnic High School. With a diverse background in sales, partnerships, and entrepreneurship, he has held various leadership roles across multiple organizations while also engaging in community service as an elder and pastor.
Current Role at Swan Bitcoin
Dante Cook serves as the Head of Swan Business at Swan Bitcoin, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing business operations and strategic initiatives aimed at expanding the company's presence in the Bitcoin market. His leadership contributes to the growth and development of Swan Bitcoin's services, particularly in relation to Bitcoin investment and education.
Professional Experience
Dante Cook has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across multiple organizations. Before joining Swan Bitcoin, he worked at Springbuk® as Strategic Partnerships & Alliances and later as Midwest Sales & Channel Partnerships. He also held positions at TinderBox and Compendium, where he progressed from Business Development Representative to the top Account Executive. His entrepreneurial experience includes co-founding a venture-backed startup and serving as Co-Founder and Advisor at Ziptility.
Educational Background
Dante Cook studied at The College of William and Mary, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Marketing, Process Management, Consulting, and Finance from 2008 to 2013. He also attended HBX | Harvard Business School, where he studied Disruptive Strategy in 2019. Additionally, he was a Division 1 athlete during his time at William and Mary, demonstrating commitment and discipline in both academics and athletics.
Contributions to Purdue Polytechnic High School
Dante Cook has played a significant role in the development of Purdue Polytechnic High School, where he has been a Board Member since 2022. He contributed to the establishment of a new urban high school model that has positively impacted thousands of students in Indiana. Additionally, he helped establish the school's football program from scratch, showcasing his commitment to education and community engagement.
Community Involvement and Publications
Dante Cook is actively involved in community service as an elder/pastor at Soma Downtown, a startup church plant. He has authored articles discussing Bitcoin, including 'The Shipping Container of Money' and 'Plastic Money,' which explores the history of Visa and its lessons for Bitcoin. His participation in events like the MicroStrategy World Conference further highlights his engagement with the Bitcoin community.