Daniel Ronan is an arts, culture, and heritage professional based in Austin, Texas. He brings a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, with experience working in museums, tourism, international relations, and community development corporations. Daniel started the Resilient Heritage blog and firm in 2014 to showcase how arts, culture, and heritage organizations communicate their benefits to society.

Daniel left his work for non-profits in March 2019 to campaign for now-Mayor of Chicago, Lori Lightfoot, as the Manager of Operations, where he managed the politician’s 13 campaign offices. After campaigning, he decided to expand his practice full-time as principal in May, deepening its focus and increasing its partnerships with philanthropic and governmental sectors. His chief aim is to connect people through sustained personal relationships, elevating the work of mission-based organizations. In December 2021, Daniel relocated to Austin, Texas.

Daniel has served on several nonprofit boards, including the International Council of Museums U.S., an international museum association; Docomomo Chicago, an advocacy organization for modern architecture and design; and on the auxiliary board of the National Museum of Mexican Art, a neighborhood art institution. In his spare time, he likes to travel on Amtrak, visit museums, and ride his bike.

For a full resume detailing Daniel’s skills and experience, please click HERE. For a list of select clients, please click HERE.

Resilient Heritage History 

In November 2014, Daniel founded Resilient Heritage as a blog for a more broadened discourse of historic preservation including a more nuanced and inclusive conversation about the possibility of historic preservation to lift up community efforts as they apply to shaping the built environment. In May 2019, he converted the Resilient Heritage blog into a full-time website for his firm. Resilient Heritage is a member of The Association of Consultants to Nonprofits in Chicago.

You may contact Daniel at [email protected] or (503) 449-2155.