Walsh, Daniel

Education: J.D., Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law; MBA and bachelor’s degree in management, Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead School of Management

What Guides My Decision Making: Led by common sense, making choices that I believe are in the best interests of our investors to preserve and enhance their capital

First Thing I Do When I Start My Day: Exercise — yoga, weights and running

Most Important Leadership Quality: Common sense

If I Could Have Any Other Job: Shortstop for the Cleveland Guardians

Proudest Moment: Citymark’s 10th anniversary in 2025. We are celebrating our investors, teammates and community for our Cleveland-based start-up.

My Very First Job and What I Learned From It: Paper boy, delivering the old Cleveland Press and Plain Dealer from age 10 to 16 — delivering on my promises to my 64 customers daily. It taught me the importance of accountability and the power of relationships that led to strong bonds with my customers.