Dan Downs

Dan Downs is a seasoned professional with a diverse background spanning education, sales, and animal behavior. Beginning as a Marine Mammal Trainer and Animal Behaviorist at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Dan honed skills in training and behavioral analysis. Transitioning into education, Dan served as a Biology Teacher at Winter Park High School, developing customized lesson plans for over 130 students. Dan later transitioned to sales roles, achieving significant growth as the Veterinary National Sales Leader at Lintbells, and as a Regional Sales Manager at CUBEX, emphasizing business development in veterinary practices. Dan also contributed to law enforcement as a Forensic Canine Handler for the FBI, developing training protocols for canine resources. Educationally, Dan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology/Botany/Education from Eastern Illinois University.