Summary
Daniel Hadley is a data-driven philanthropy and policy leader with 12 years of experience translating research and analytics into strategic partnerships and operational impact across universities, government, and nonprofit sectors. As Deputy Chief Philanthropy Officer at the University of Utah, he builds collaborations between national organizations and academic, clinical, and community stakeholders to advance research, patient care, and outreach. He previously led Sorenson Impact’s applied research teams, helping governments and funders use data to tackle complex social problems, and served in data-focused city roles under Somerville’s mayor. Trained in urban planning and religious history at Harvard, Daniel combines quantitative rigor with a deep appreciation for institutional culture and public-facing communication. Notably, he moves fluidly between hands-on data science and high-level partnership strategy, making evidence practical for decision-makers.
12 years of coding experience
10 years of employment as a software developer
The University of Utah
Master in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Real Estate Development, Master in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Real Estate Development at Harvard University Graduate School of Design
Master of Theological Studies, Religious History, Master of Theological Studies, Religious History at Harvard Divinity School