
Strategic Capital for Visionary Growth
hatted is an Operating Advisory and Early-Stage Investment business specialising in emerging technology and high-growth markets. By pairing deep operational expertise with targeted capital, we empower visionary founders to accelerate innovation and build lasting enterprise value.
Meet Dan
Boasting a global portfolio worth over £1 billion and a dedicated team of 1,200+ professionals across every continent, we deliver real-world growth outcomes. Under Director Dan’s guidance - leveraging his expansive network - we’ve founded, nurtured, and exited multiple ventures, providing founders with the insight and connections they need to achieve standout shareholder exits.
With over 30 years of hands-on experience, Dan has propelled startups from incubation to multimillion-dollar success. His frequent keynote talks, thought leadership and guest lectures further amplify his ability to link ideas, people, and opportunities worldwide.
Dan’s career journey - from WPP to senior client, advertising, and consulting roles - has laid the foundation for his current positions in investment and advisory. He chairs and advises boards across data, technology, marketing, social media, and research, while personally backing numerous early-stage companies.
As the youngest President of ESOMAR, founder of TEDxRoyalTunbridgeWells, and recipient of the AMA “4 Under 40” and Disruptive Innovator MR Change Agent awards, Dan combines thought leadership with an unmatched network. His frequent guest lectures and University of Leicester degrees in Psychology and Mathematics further amplify his ability to link ideas, people, and opportunities worldwide.

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Whether you're seeking strategic input or ready to shape your exit roadmap, now is the right time to reach out. Let's begin a conversation that’s centred around where you want to go.