Dan Knauss

Dan Knauss

Senior Solution Architect

204-9664 106 Ave. NW, T5H 0N4, Edmonton, CA.

About

Customer-focused technical generalist serving digital agencies and product companies in open-source ecosystems. Currently specializing in enterprise solutions and complex migrations for global clients. Proven ability to translate intricate technical challenges into clear, actionable strategies, fostering cross-functional collaboration and driving significant business impact. Expertise spans consultative sales, project management, operational workflow analysis, and conflict resolution, underpinned by a background in academic, journalistic, and open-source cultures.

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Work

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Multidots

Senior Solution Architect

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Liquid Web / StellarWP

Technical Content Generalist

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Post Status

Editor

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New Local Media

Solution Developer

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MacEwan University

Sessional Faculty

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School of Dad

Full-Time Parent

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Marquette University

Teaching Fellow

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University of Wisconsin-Madison

Adjunct Faculty

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North Carolina State University and Campbell University

Adjunct Faculty

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Volunteer

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WordPress Project

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Sponsored Contributor (Community Team)

Actively contribute to the WordPress open-source project, focusing on community development and support.

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HTTP Archive's Web Almanac

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Editor / Reviewer, CMS Chapter

Provide editorial oversight and technical review for the CMS chapter of the HTTP Archive's annual Web Almanac, a comprehensive report on the state of the web.

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Education

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Early Modern Studies

North Carolina State University (NCSU)

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History and Literature

Campbell University

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Skills

Solution Architecture

Enterprise Solutions, System Design, Scalability, Performance Optimization, Technical Strategy

WordPress Ecosystem

WordPress VIP, Gutenberg, Plugin Development, Theme Development, Headless WordPress

Content Strategy & Management

Technical Writing, Editorial Leadership, Content Marketing, SEO, Digital Publishing

Project Management

Agile Methodologies, Stakeholder Management, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Risk Management

Client Engagement

Consultative Sales, Client Success, Relationship Management, Requirements Gathering

Process Improvement

Operational Workflow Analysis, Business Process Re-engineering, Efficiency Optimization

Open Source Technologies

Community Contribution, Civic Advocacy, Linux, Git

Digital Transformation

Platform Migration, Legacy System Integration, Change Management

Public Speaking & Podcasting

Technical Presentations, Webinars, Interviews, Thought Leadership

Web Development

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Database Management

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Projects

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Digital Transformation at Syufy Enterprises LP

Directed the Sitecore to WordPress migration for multiple brands and business lines within Syufy Enterprises LP, focusing on theater properties and their integration with the Vista cinema platform. Authored the comprehensive project case study.

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SolidWP at StellarWP / Liquid Web

Played a pivotal role in the product development, migration, redesign, and rebranding of SolidWP, including extensive content creation and securing earned media.

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Writing, Editing, and Podcasting at Post Status, LLC

Provided extensive writing, editing, and podcasting support for Post Status, contributing to its content strategy and media production.

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Various Projects at People's Republic of Riverwest

Initiated and supported multiple community-driven projects in Milwaukee, including a monthly newspaper, a grocery cooperative and cafe, and a housing redevelopment co-op, primarily leveraging WordPress for digital infrastructure.

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