Dan, leveraging his network, reconnected with Kawi Vongfak, a talented designer he had met in the early 2000s during his Metra Rock Island commutes from the suburbs to Chicago. Together, they scaled a concept beyond individual job searches. The Sales Cycle became a strategic partner for startups, teaching Founders, CROs, and CFOs how to tell their story across all aspects of their business — from pitch decks to custom business cases, and investor presentations. With expertise in sales, leadership, and storytelling, The Sales Cycle focuses on a core belief: it’s not what you say, but how you tell the story. Whether you're pitching to investors, selling value, or hiring top talent, the story you tell makes all the difference.