Dan Gallagher is a performance advisor who partners with executive teams to redesign leadership patterns so execution strengthens and performance scales. His work focuses on the leadership dynamics that determine how teams operate cross-functionally, where decisions get made, and how ownership moves closer to the work. Through Gallagher Leadership, Dan supports organizations navigating strategic shifts, reorganizations, growth mandates, and post-M&A integration.

Dan’s advisory approach is anchored in the principles of The Self-Aware Leader (SAL), the leadership model he authored and validated across multiple industries. SAL provides the shared language and practical tools leaders use to slow themselves down, see the system more clearly, and lead with greater clarity and intention. The SAL ecosystem includes assessments, content licenses, and certification programs that help organizations scale leadership behaviors that support stronger execution.

Prior to founding Gallagher Leadership, Dan led a boutique consulting firm through a two-year transformation that reshaped its market position, expanded the product portfolio, and tripled revenue—while separating from a sister business and standing up new operating structures.

Before entering consulting, Dan spent 19 years at Comcast, where he focused on developing leaders and building the talent systems needed to support a fast-growing, constantly evolving business. He also spent four years within Comcast Spectacor leading operational transformation, including a major brand launch (Spectra), standardizing back-office operations, and designing a new client experience strategy.

Dan earned both his Bachelor of Science in Sociology and his Master of Science in Training and Organizational Development from Saint Joseph’s University, where he also served on the Board of Trustees and the National Alumni Board. He has held board roles with the National League of Cities, Philadelphia SHRM, City Year, and LEADERSHIP Philadelphia.

Dan lives in suburban Philadelphia with his wife, Suzanne, and their four sons—where family traditions include competitive rounds of Yahtzee and an ongoing search for the perfect pizza slice.