The Team

Dan Heckman
Founder – Principle
Prior to founding Center Element Capital, Dan had a successful career as a Software Sales Executive and Intellectual Property Officer at Hexagon AB, an international manufacturing firm. In addition to his private industry career, Dan is a veteran of the United States Marine Corp where he served as a Communications Officer for 6 years. He attended Grove State City College for his undergraduate degree earning a Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical Engineering in 2011.
Dan’s career has given him the opportunity to work across the globe, lead large teams, and grow organizations. He is excited about the opportunity to apply his skill set to entrepreneurial endeavors.
After completing military service, Dan went on to earn his MBA from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business in 2020 where he graduated with distinction.