Daniel Keaveney
Where do you live? Scottsdale, Arizona.
Current company and position? Gilbane Building Company, Vice President, Business Leader – Southwest.
First job and what it taught me? My first job was sweeping floors for my dad and uncle on construction sites. It taught me the importance of the little things and always thinking one step ahead of who you are helping.
How do you embrace your Irish heritage? My life revolves around my Irish Heritage. From food to sport to annual trips back to see family. I support local Irish Hibernians and cultural centers to provide assistance with the local community.
Something people would be surprised to know about me... I met my wife on a blind date.
Biography: Daniel Keaveney was born in Sligo General Hospital to a family rooted in County Leitrim, Ireland. His family immigrated when he was young, seeking better opportunity abroad. He grew up in Rhode Island, attending both high school and college there. At 20, he joined Gilbane, launching a global career building iconic buildings. Through this work he has traveled extensively, shaping skylines around the world. He met his wife in Milwaukee on a blind date arranged by coworkers. Today, they share their life with a five-year-old Bernese mountain dog, a beloved companion in their family story.
