From humble beginnings in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, Daniel Walter Hill's life's journey is a vivid testament to persistent determination, unwavering resolve, and a serendipitous turn of events. Originally from Canada, he found a new sense of purpose in St. Augustine, Florida, a transformative decision influenced by a pivotal car accident that reshaped his perspective and led to his eventual settlement in the United Kingdom.
He has an extensive entrepreneurial background, covering various industries such as real estate, home construction, golf course creation, oil and gas, cable television, plastic production, utilities, and waste management. His involvement has been crucial in advising, founding, and operationalizing numerous companies across these diverse sectors, demonstrating his skills in complex problem resolution, effective capital raising, and strategic decision-making.
Among his many ventures, he was instrumental as a founding consultant and shareholder in Allied Waste Industries. This notable waste management entity later merged with and assumed the name of Republic Services. His career began with a focus on real estate development, where he was responsible for the comprehensive execution of large-scale, mixed-use real estate projects in Texas, California, and Arizona, overseeing everything from property acquisition to design, planning, and financial oversight.
His educational background is as multifaceted as his professional pursuits. He started with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Georgetown University, followed by a Law degree from the University of Saskatchewan, culminating in his admission to the bar in British Columbia. He continued his educational journey and completed the esteemed Owner/President Management Program at Harvard University's School of Business Administration. He studied executive finance at Oxford Templeton College in the UK to enhance his financial knowledge further.
